Gonzaga 2015 - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Mike scales · 10-26-2015, 02:55 PM

Here is a quick vid of our trip I slapped together. I have a fresh baby at home so I wasn't able to perfect it. At least you'll get somewhat of an idea of our trip. Hope you all enjoy, cheers!
Disclaimer- Celine Dions voice is on this vid. lol
https://youtu.be/E3G8cI1Kfu8

JohnMckroidJr · 10-26-2015, 02:58 PM

Nice Video !

acorad · 10-26-2015, 03:02 PM

Good to see there's another fly guy on BWE!

Andy

Mike scales · 10-26-2015, 03:47 PM

Thanks! The fishing there is ridiculous! A fly fisherman's dream!

momo fish · 10-26-2015, 04:06 PM

Nice video Mike ! Almost cried at the end with Celine 😊.

Will try to join you next time if things don't pop up like last time we tried to plan it..

Mike scales · 10-26-2015, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by momo fish

Nice video Mike ! Almost cried at the end with Celine 😊.

Will try to join you next time if things don't pop up like last time we tried to plan it..

lol! Thanks momo! I've always wanted to catch a Jack Crevalle! It was a lengthy battle with light tackle, almost fell like I was close to losing it several times. Aside from the whale sharks, and other cool fish, it definitely was the highlight of the trip for me. Looking forward to next time for sure!

makobob · 10-26-2015, 05:11 PM

Great video Mike, Thanks for coming down again. Yes this is a fly fisherman's paradise. I will continue to host this October trip as long as I can. It is EPIC every year. FLY fishermen WELCOME. More posts to follow I am sure. Thank you all for coming to share paradise.

Mr. NiceGuy · 10-26-2015, 06:45 PM

Nice video compilation.

Were there any women there? (Just curious.)

That place looks like paradise for hedonists.

I love adventure trips to Baja. I love primitive camping. I love fishing. I love Mexico. After a 10+ year hiatus, I may have to reconsider my policy of not going there.

The day I change my policy will probably be the day I get arrested and thrown in jail again.

Pulls mustache, ... ponders ...

The adventure traveler part of me says yes, go, ...
The side of me that makes rational executive decisions says it's better to go somewhere else.

Has anyone fished in Panama?

makobob · 10-26-2015, 07:26 PM

Yes sir, Panama is great fishing, and a beautiful country. BUT impossible to do on a couple of hundred dollars a week! I can fish Baja all year for what a trip to Panama would cost.

walrus · 10-26-2015, 08:13 PM

Good video, it made me feel like I was right back there again. Thanks for the mental vacation.

Mike scales · 10-26-2015, 08:48 PM

Thanks fellas. Mr. NiceGuy, I can honestly say I've never felt nervous or scared while down there. It was nice to see other Americans vacationing there with their children, and couples enjoying their anniversary. It's also nice to be traveling with a few fellas who have been down there enough times to know the 'do's and don'ts'. There is an array of species to target and plenty of time to just relax and chill out with a margarita. Haha... Hopefully you make it down there someday.

Gr8fuldude · 10-26-2015, 08:50 PM

Thanks for putting together the awesome video, Mike. I had a blast meeting you and hanging out. Too bad we couldn't get that last whale shark on the go pro. I learned a lot on this trip, including the need to take a higher quality fly reel to battle those brutes. My White River fly reel from BassPro finally blew up on the twelfth skipjack!! Every single one of those suckers, as well as a lot of the sierras took me deep into my backing--very good times.

You sir, are a very cool dude, and I'm looking forward to future adventures with you and my other Baja Brothers

Last but not least a big shout out to Mako for making this thing happen. Thanks Bob!!!!

Paul

Mike scales · 10-26-2015, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gr8fuldude

Thanks for putting together the awesome video, Mike. I had a blast meeting you and hanging out. Too bad we couldn't get that last whale shark on the go pro. I learned a lot on this trip, including the need to take a higher quality fly reel to battle those brutes. My White River fly reel from BassPro finally blew up on the twelfth skipjack!! Every single one of those suckers, as well as a lot of the sierras took me deep into my backing--very good times.

You sir, are a very cool dude, and I'm looking forward to future adventures with you and my other Baja Brothers

Last but not least a big shout out to Mako for making this thing happen. Thanks Bob!!!!

Paul

Thanks Paul! I had a blast fishing with you. Those skippies were relentless!

acorad · 10-27-2015, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by makobob

Great video Mike, Thanks for coming down again. Yes this is a fly fisherman's paradise. I will continue to host this October trip as long as I can. It is EPIC every year. FLY fishermen WELCOME. More posts to follow I am sure. Thank you all for coming to share paradise.

That is very, very generous Bob. I love Mexico, I've been there many times for both business and pleasure. And next year my youngest son will be in HS so I won't be committed to spending 5 months every summer/fall coaching youth football anymore. I might be able to swing a trip to paradise!

Andy

makobob · 10-27-2015, 10:02 AM

Andy IF you want it to happen, you will make it happen. The September and October trips are always full because it is the best fishing and weather of the year. The Roosters should stay in the area for YEARS as there are so many young fish there now. Large WSB should start showing up soon. Water temps were in the mid 80's last week. We caught lots of pargo from the panga trips. Those who could not make the trip this year missed a great one.

Quote:

Originally Posted by acorad

That is very, very generous Bob. I love Mexico, I've been there many times for both business and pleasure. And next year my youngest son will be in HS so I won't be committed to spending 5 months every summer/fall coaching youth football anymore. I might be able to swing a trip to paradise!

Andy

makobob · 10-27-2015, 10:34 AM

Guys you know what happens when you get old? You forget things, some times IMPORTANT things.
All those skippys were the perfect BAIT size for fishing grouper from the panga, the 50-200 pound grouper love them whole. Sorry I had a senior moment on that one. Tight Lines.

tunaseeker · 10-27-2015, 10:41 AM

Very nice!

monstahfish · 10-27-2015, 10:46 AM

Hey Mike, Nice video and it was great to meet you and the rest of the crew. Bob, you're the man, thanks for having all of us. I think there will be a lot more fly based adventures ahead for us.

Zed · 10-27-2015, 11:03 AM

Nice jack!

kayakfisherman · 10-27-2015, 11:25 AM

Great Video!!Music was perfect, especially Pink Floyd.

Fishing the JT's is insane. They are so strong!!
Can't wait to join you guys.

10-26-2015, 02:55 PM	#1
Mike scales Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Carlsbad Posts: 327	Gonzaga 2015 Here is a quick vid of our trip I slapped together. I have a fresh baby at home so I wasn't able to perfect it. At least you'll get somewhat of an idea of our trip. Hope you all enjoy, cheers! Disclaimer- Celine Dions voice is on this vid. lol https://youtu.be/E3G8cI1Kfu8 __________________ Last edited by Mike scales; 10-26-2015 at 03:30 PM.

10-26-2015, 03:47 PM	#4
Mike scales Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Carlsbad Posts: 327	Thanks! The fishing there is ridiculous! A fly fisherman's dream! __________________

10-26-2015, 05:11 PM	#7
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	Great video Mike, Thanks for coming down again. Yes this is a fly fisherman's paradise. I will continue to host this October trip as long as I can. It is EPIC every year. FLY fishermen WELCOME. More posts to follow I am sure. Thank you all for coming to share paradise. __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN

10-26-2015, 06:45 PM	#8
Mr. NiceGuy Manic for Life Join Date: May 2015 Location: San Diego Posts: 839	Nice video compilation. Were there any women there? (Just curious.) That place looks like paradise for hedonists. I love adventure trips to Baja. I love primitive camping. I love fishing. I love Mexico. After a 10+ year hiatus, I may have to reconsider my policy of not going there. The day I change my policy will probably be the day I get arrested and thrown in jail again. Pulls mustache, ... ponders ... The adventure traveler part of me says yes, go, ... The side of me that makes rational executive decisions says it's better to go somewhere else. Has anyone fished in Panama? __________________ Another ho-hum day in Paradise Last edited by Mr. NiceGuy; 10-26-2015 at 07:00 PM.

10-26-2015, 07:26 PM	#9
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	Yes sir, Panama is great fishing, and a beautiful country. BUT impossible to do on a couple of hundred dollars a week! I can fish Baja all year for what a trip to Panama would cost. __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN

10-26-2015, 02:58 PM	#2
JohnMckroidJr Senior Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Fort Lauderdale Posts: 1,945	Nice Video !

10-26-2015, 03:02 PM	#3
acorad Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Agoura Hills Posts: 166	Good to see there's another fly guy on BWE! Andy

10-26-2015, 04:06 PM	#5
momo fish Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Camarillo Posts: 1,491	Nice video Mike ! Almost cried at the end with Celine 😊. Will try to join you next time if things don't pop up like last time we tried to plan it..

10-26-2015, 08:13 PM	#10
walrus Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Baja fish camp Posts: 478	Good video, it made me feel like I was right back there again. Thanks for the mental vacation. __________________

10-26-2015, 08:48 PM	#11
Mike scales Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Carlsbad Posts: 327	Thanks fellas. Mr. NiceGuy, I can honestly say I've never felt nervous or scared while down there. It was nice to see other Americans vacationing there with their children, and couples enjoying their anniversary. It's also nice to be traveling with a few fellas who have been down there enough times to know the 'do's and don'ts'. There is an array of species to target and plenty of time to just relax and chill out with a margarita. Haha... Hopefully you make it down there someday. __________________

10-26-2015, 08:50 PM	#12
Gr8fuldude Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Tehachapi, CA Posts: 166	Thanks for putting together the awesome video, Mike. I had a blast meeting you and hanging out. Too bad we couldn't get that last whale shark on the go pro. I learned a lot on this trip, including the need to take a higher quality fly reel to battle those brutes. My White River fly reel from BassPro finally blew up on the twelfth skipjack!! Every single one of those suckers, as well as a lot of the sierras took me deep into my backing--very good times. You sir, are a very cool dude, and I'm looking forward to future adventures with you and my other Baja Brothers Last but not least a big shout out to Mako for making this thing happen. Thanks Bob!!!! Paul

10-27-2015, 10:34 AM	#16
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	Guys you know what happens when you get old? You forget things, some times IMPORTANT things. All those skippys were the perfect BAIT size for fishing grouper from the panga, the 50-200 pound grouper love them whole. Sorry I had a senior moment on that one. Tight Lines. __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN

10-27-2015, 10:41 AM	#17
tunaseeker TB Metal Art Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: San Diego Posts: 653	Very nice!

10-27-2015, 10:46 AM	#18
monstahfish Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 420	Hey Mike, Nice video and it was great to meet you and the rest of the crew. Bob, you're the man, thanks for having all of us. I think there will be a lot more fly based adventures ahead for us.

10-27-2015, 11:03 AM	#19
Zed BANNED Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: W of 5 Posts: 1,265	Nice jack! __________________ Give a man a fish and he'll eat for a day. Give a fish a man and he'll eat for a week.

10-27-2015, 11:25 AM	#20
kayakfisherman Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 715	Great Video!!Music was perfect, especially Pink Floyd. Fishing the JT's is insane. They are so strong!! Can't wait to join you guys.