Last minute effort for November - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Aaron&Julie · 11-30-2006, 07:48 PM

Well, after blowing off going fishing at La Jolla on Wednesday due to the wind, we woke at 3:00AM to try again. Nope, the wind reading at the Glider port was a little worse at 12-15 mph. Back to bed we went.
When we woke a few hours later it was reading much nicer around 4-6 mph and the surf and weather looked nice on the Yakcam.
So, we headed to the beach for a noon launch. All the bait you wanted at the pier. Stayed north and tried for flat ones, with a little bit of yo-yo'ing here and there. All to no avail (except stocking up on a little more bug-bait).
It stayed beautiful, some of the better afternoon weather we've encountered, with only a mild wind. Landed just before dark.

lamb · 11-30-2006, 10:00 PM

Still, great to spend some time otw.

Today was strategically important day to get out there, with November end and all...

I have to admit I had my stuff packed hoping for mid-day run, but ended up working.

We'll knock 'em dead in December. 8)

Iceman · 11-30-2006, 10:15 PM

About 2 PM as I walked down the boardwalk to get my truck I saw 2 white kayaks way out in front of the pier, the question of who is answered

madscientist · 12-01-2006, 08:07 AM

I've been very thankful for my large point cushion this week. Wanted to go this morning but couldn't get out my nice warm bed to face the cold. Guess I'm become a true SoCal boy. Good effort to all who tried this week, hopefully December will be kind to us, both weather and fish-wise

nmbrinkman · 12-01-2006, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by madscientist

I've been very thankful for my large point cushion this week. Wanted to go this morning but couldn't get out my nice warm bed to face the cold. Guess I'm become a true SoCal boy. Good effort to all who tried this week, hopefully December will be kind to us, both weather and fish-wise

So when you say us, you really me you right?

madscientist · 12-01-2006, 03:05 PM

Nate, not really. I like to see everyone get in to some fish. While its always fun to catch, the carnage of last winters squid run, with bendos left and right, was truly a site to behold and a great thing to be part of, even on the days I personally came up empty.

tylerdurden · 12-01-2006, 03:51 PM

Last year was insane. I hope it repeats soon, for everyone. If this chilly weather holds for the weekend I may not even need ice for my beers.

Pat · 12-01-2006, 04:07 PM

Brad,

It sounds like an on-the-water BBQ/heater may be in order manana.

Fresh leopard shark will probably be on the menu

Dean Machine · 12-01-2006, 05:36 PM

Yeah, insane with bendos everywhere. I need a re-do from last year so I will be waiting for the "non-post". Then I'll know it's time I will have a shot at my second chance to avoid the lobster pot lines!!! Yo-Yo madness and complete carnage!!

DOGHOUSE26 · 12-01-2006, 09:19 PM

Just like last year this time, they're catching those 25-30# fish off Cat; when they disappear from there and head this way I'll light up @ 0430 and supply some candy like last year. Can't wait!

11-30-2006, 07:48 PM	#1
Aaron&Julie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Spring Valley Posts: 1,400	Last minute effort for November Well, after blowing off going fishing at La Jolla on Wednesday due to the wind, we woke at 3:00AM to try again. Nope, the wind reading at the Glider port was a little worse at 12-15 mph. Back to bed we went. When we woke a few hours later it was reading much nicer around 4-6 mph and the surf and weather looked nice on the Yakcam. So, we headed to the beach for a noon launch. All the bait you wanted at the pier. Stayed north and tried for flat ones, with a little bit of yo-yo'ing here and there. All to no avail (except stocking up on a little more bug-bait). It stayed beautiful, some of the better afternoon weather we've encountered, with only a mild wind. Landed just before dark. __________________ "Never say die"

11-30-2006, 10:00 PM	#2
lamb Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 2,568	Still, great to spend some time otw. Today was strategically important day to get out there, with November end and all... I have to admit I had my stuff packed hoping for mid-day run, but ended up working. We'll knock 'em dead in December. 8) __________________ [------------------------ <)))< ....b-a-a-a-a

11-30-2006, 10:15 PM	#3
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	About 2 PM as I walked down the boardwalk to get my truck I saw 2 white kayaks way out in front of the pier, the question of who is answered __________________

12-01-2006, 08:07 AM	#4
madscientist Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,906	I've been very thankful for my large point cushion this week. Wanted to go this morning but couldn't get out my nice warm bed to face the cold. Guess I'm become a true SoCal boy. Good effort to all who tried this week, hopefully December will be kind to us, both weather and fish-wise __________________

12-01-2006, 03:05 PM	#6
madscientist Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,906	Nate, not really. I like to see everyone get in to some fish. While its always fun to catch, the carnage of last winters squid run, with bendos left and right, was truly a site to behold and a great thing to be part of, even on the days I personally came up empty. __________________

12-01-2006, 03:51 PM	#7
tylerdurden Bad Clone Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 874	Last year was insane. I hope it repeats soon, for everyone. If this chilly weather holds for the weekend I may not even need ice for my beers. __________________ MLPA, if you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem Let the Fish and Game Commission know what you think about the proposed maps. Be ready for December 9th and 10th.

12-01-2006, 04:07 PM	#8
Pat Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 283	Brad, It sounds like an on-the-water BBQ/heater may be in order manana. Fresh leopard shark will probably be on the menu

12-01-2006, 05:36 PM	#9
Dean Machine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Clemente Posts: 162	December re-do Yeah, insane with bendos everywhere. I need a re-do from last year so I will be waiting for the "non-post". Then I'll know it's time I will have a shot at my second chance to avoid the lobster pot lines!!! Yo-Yo madness and complete carnage!! __________________ "Good luck and tight lines!"

12-01-2006, 09:19 PM	#10
DOGHOUSE26 Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Escondido Posts: 36	Just like last year this time, they're catching those 25-30# fish off Cat; when they disappear from there and head this way I'll light up @ 0430 and supply some candy like last year. Can't wait!