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socal_matt
04-06-2014, 07:54 PM
The Banana was ready for another Slay Fest. So I launched out of Newport again to get some mas tacos.

http://i1056.photobucket.com/albums/t371/mattpulford/GOPR0004_zpsde64a728.jpg (http://s1056.photobucket.com/user/mattpulford/media/GOPR0004_zpsde64a728.jpg.html)

The conditions were pretty prime. Sunny, glassy, and not to mention there was little drift. The tides looked pretty good too.

http://i1056.photobucket.com/albums/t371/mattpulford/GOPR0006_zps844f2e59.jpg (http://s1056.photobucket.com/user/mattpulford/media/GOPR0006_zps844f2e59.jpg.html)

I used whole squid on my bass setup. First drop yielded a good sized red. After that it was steady picking. Total count for today was 2 sandbass(both released); 1 Treefish; 8 reds (.5 to 1.5 lbs). I tried to release the Treefish since it was a little small, but he wasn't gonna make it so I kept him.

Here's a video I made. Hopefully it works. Youtube has been pretty screwy with me in the past. Just a disclaimer, the video wasn't published in HD, so thats why the quality isn't so good.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6VgHAhO1gM


All in all, it was a great day. On the water at 7 am and off the water at 9:30 am. Reason for being in so early was because I wanted to beat my boss to the mouth of the harbor(I'm a deckhand on The Patriot); I wanted to gloat in front of him, by showing him what I could do on my day off. Also met a fellow BWE'er out there on a red kayak, forgot his name. He was having some FF problems, I hope he had some luck out there too. Overall, it was good day to live in SoCal.

Here's the cooler shot of the day's keep.

http://i1056.photobucket.com/albums/t371/mattpulford/0406141001a_zps69591b31.jpg (http://s1056.photobucket.com/user/mattpulford/media/0406141001a_zps69591b31.jpg.html)

Tight Lines Everyone. This upcoming week looks good in my opinion.
eertkao
04-06-2014, 11:26 PM
Looks like it was an awesome day on the water! Thanks for the report!
cell128
04-07-2014, 03:06 AM
Couldn't watch the video because YouTube blocked it for me saying it has music that has copyrights or something. Pics look great though. I'm new at this. Been out about 3 times no luck I only caught 1 calico and almost had a halibut bug he shook off when I was about to pull him into the kayak :(

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FishNinjaY
04-07-2014, 05:59 AM
Nice cooler! Is this a launch by the USCG station? I haven't been out there in almost a year. I usually launch across the water at Kid Beach or M St. Nice video! If YouTube gives you hassles about the music you like to use, I've heard that Vimeo does not. Or you can try to find royalty-free music online.



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FISH11
04-07-2014, 09:35 AM
Great video, nothing like being on the water in your Kayak with great weather and catching dinner. I really liked the music too, great choice. Mark
socal_matt
04-07-2014, 03:43 PM
Is this a launch by the USCG station? I haven't been out there in almost a year.[/URL]

Where I launch is a small public beach on the same side of the Coast Guard launch, but closer to the harbor mouth. Its off of Cove Street and Fernleaf.
blitzburgh
04-07-2014, 03:43 PM
Strong work Matt!
NEEFFF
04-07-2014, 04:17 PM
The Banana Strikes again!!! WTG out there Matt!!
Dark_Knight_9C1
04-07-2014, 05:46 PM
I was the guy in the red kayak with a broken FF at home. Thanks for pointing me in the right direction.
I caught 4 small reds and 2 sanddabs. It was a good first try out on the rocks. I went back around 11 since the current was getting too strong.
The two guys south of us in the electric kayaks did pretty well also. The biggest one I saw them pull out was about 18 inches.
:you_rock:
cell128
04-07-2014, 08:06 PM
What rig are you guys using? I hab bad luck. I been using 3" weedless swimbaits bright colored all I get is tailbites I cant hook the fish. I bought some gulp shrimps today..gonna try them out on friday. Any other places near long beach to fish at? I only go to alamitos bay and Newport harbor. Im in Lakewood so I rather stay closer like alamitos I hate morning traffic. Also any input on this fish finder for the kayak? http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004FKP1XM/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_Wx3qtb14K17XM

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octico
04-07-2014, 09:49 PM
I was out there last weekend ... same spot. Water conditions were not even close to yours, it was a bit choppy. Great video! I cant wait to get out soon.
JeffB
04-07-2014, 09:54 PM
!!!
socal_matt
04-08-2014, 07:44 AM
What rig are you guys using? I hab bad luck. I been using 3" weedless swimbaits bright colored all I get is tailbites I cant hook the fish. I bought some gulp shrimps today..gonna try them out on friday. Any other places near long beach to fish at? I only go to alamitos bay and Newport harbor. Im in Lakewood so I rather stay closer like alamitos I hate morning traffic. Also any input on this fish finder for the kayak? http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004FKP1XM/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_Wx3qtb14K17XM

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The rig I use is the simplest rig there is. Just a double dropper loop with two 6/0 hooks with whole squid and 6oz weight. But I think you're talking more about bass fishing than what I'm doing which is deep water fishing, I'm fishing in 170-210 ft of water. That FF on amazon you're looking at is the same exact one I have, it works pretty well for my needs.
cell128
04-08-2014, 08:05 AM
The rig I use is the simplest rig there is. Just a double dropper loop with two 6/0 hooks with whole squid and 6oz weight. But I think you're talking more about bass fishing than what I'm doing which is deep water fishing, I'm fishing in 170-210 ft of water. That FF on amazon you're looking at is the same exact one I have, it works pretty well for my needs.

Thanks alot ima put in the order for it

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cell128
04-08-2014, 08:07 AM
U go out towards the ocean for that deep water? Im new I really don't wanna venture out too far on my own. I just ordered the ff should get it tomorrow. Off on Thursday hopefully I can get it working tomorrow night

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jettytaco
04-08-2014, 08:09 AM
Hey CELL... I'm going out there this Saturday to give it a try man. Let me know if you want to join. Launching at kid's beach.

Lamson
cell128
04-08-2014, 08:10 AM
I can't I gotta work days all weekend I'm only off Thursday

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FishNinjaY
04-08-2014, 11:24 AM
Hey CELL... I'm going out there this Saturday to give it a try man. Let me know if you want to join. Launching at kid's beach.

Lamson

I'm launching early on Sunday.. for a little birthday :sifone: morning taco hunt :rolleyes:!
I'll probably be launching from the USCGS area around 6am.. I'd like to
be on the water by 630am. Hope to see y'all out there. :reel:
jettytaco
04-08-2014, 12:21 PM
damn... I'll try to go both days but Saturday will be for sure. Come out Saturday Ninja!