Let’s talk hooping

[Saba Slayer]

"I do NOT want anyone’s secret spots, just some direction,"
34.052238464, -118.243347168 ... Red Lobster

[Jxjones]

Originally Posted by Saba Slayer

"I do NOT want anyone’s secret spots, just some direction,"
34.052238464, -118.243347168 ... Red Lobster

Just wanted to add a bit of clarity. Was looking for pros and cons of a first hoop netting session of launching out of La Jolla vs. MB vs. SD Bay. Leaning more towards SD bay at this point. Thanks!

[DanaPT]

Start in the bay. Last thing you need is to fight surf fully loaded with nets. Maybe you have no problem maybe you will, night and extra gear are a bit of a different game. Good luck.

[Jxjones]

Originally Posted by DanaPT

Start in the bay. Last thing you need is to fight surf fully loaded with nets. Maybe you have no problem maybe you will, night and extra gear are a bit of a different game. Good luck.

Thanks DanaPT! Night time on the water is a whole different ballgame. Shooting for MB this weekend.

[Harry Hill]

Originally Posted by Jxjones

Thanks DanaPT! Night time on the water is a whole different ballgame. Shooting for MB this weekend.

The bay at night isn't bad once you get used to the dark but be well lit. Boaters aren't looking for you and if your light isn't bright someone might not see how close you really are. That and some people are coming in after a long day on the water and they are tired and probably stowing gear and not paying attention. I carry a super loud whistle and wear a head lamp besides the white light on the stern. I think a moving light catches peoples attention better

[Succus]

Is it worth trying to fight the boats for a spot on opening night, or is it best to wait a night or 2? This will be my first season pulling from a kayak. I’ve always pulled nets from boats.

[Saba Slayer]

Since we can't do in-store or on-location seminars this Spiny Lobster season, the ProStaff at Promar Nets has been uploading some instructional videos...

Check em out if your a newbie or you just need some tips...

http://promarnets.com/hooping/?fbcli...KvzaMqAb0bEx9Q

[MissileTM]

Originally Posted by Harry Hill

The bay at night isn't bad once you get used to the dark but be well lit. Boaters aren't looking for you and if your light isn't bright someone might not see how close you really are. That and some people are coming in after a long day on the water and they are tired and probably stowing gear and not paying attention. I carry a super loud whistle and wear a head lamp besides the white light on the stern. I think a moving light catches peoples attention better

Looks like you’re Ready Harry. Lemme know when you wanna get some bugs! I’m all set. Sunday Night? Let’s break in that Predator

[Harry Hill]

Originally Posted by MissileTM

Looks like you’re Ready Harry. Lemme know when you wanna get some bugs! I’m all set. Sunday Night? Let’s break in that Predator

I'm still working out some bugs on this end, either Sunday or Tuesday