promar ambush nets

[DanaPT]

Found a similar design on the site and began an inexpensive hoop-net rack using 1/2 PVC.

[Raskal311]

What brand hoops are those?

[Sdspeed]

Originally Posted by Raskal311

What brand hoops are those?

looks like Promar Ambush

[DocHaole]

Holy crap, I think I'm going to buy a bunch and then sell them on craiglist for $40 a piece. $25 bucks are you kidding me?????

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Promar-32-...g-Kit/17128077

[jorluivil]

Originally Posted by DanaPT

Found a similar design on the site and began an inexpensive hoop-net rack using 1/2 PVC.

What you need to do is setup every single net then stack them on the PVC rack, that'll give you a better idea of how they're going to stack up

[danjor]

Originally Posted by jorluivil

What you need to do is setup every single net then stack them on the PVC rack, that'll give you a better idea of how they're going to stack up

Yea since once you add the float bait cage and rope to each net they really don't stack that well. I'm thinking about using a clip so i can detach my float and rope from the bridal ring for easier storage on and off the water. Just switched to using extension cord holders for my rope, spent 5 hours untangling untwisting 750 feet of rope, my shoulders are sore and I haven't even pulled up a net yet

[Saba Slayer]

Danjor...Try using a 3/16 galvanized shackle instead of a "clip" or aluminum carabiner. The shackle simply screws together rather than relying on the thin steel spring that closes most clip type connecters. That steel spring rusts out eventually and the clip or carabiner will stay open. I was hooping at Catalina with another guys gear last season and I watched an Ambush net sink away as the carabiner was slightly open and the rope slipped out!
Also try placing the floats inside along the sides of the nets, alternating their positions as you stack them and they may fit a little better. I can easily fit 5 Ambush nets with ropes and floats attached on my pvc rack. Having to access your ropes and attach them could be a PITA while you are on the water, especially if it's windy or rough. I'd have my gear ready to go unless you are in a skiff or power boat.
Just MHO
Jim / Saba Slayer

[jorluivil]

Originally Posted by Saba Slayer

Danjor...Try using a 3/16 galvanized shackle instead of a "clip" or aluminum carabiner. The shackle simply screws together rather than relying on the thin steel spring that closes most clip type connecters. That steel spring rusts out eventually and the clip or carabiner will stay open. I was hooping at Catalina with another guys gear last season and I watched an Ambush net sink away as the carabiner was slightly open and the rope slipped out!
Also try placing the floats inside along the sides of the nets, alternating their positions as you stack them and they may fit a little better. I can easily fit 5 Ambush nets with ropes and floats attached on my pvc rack. Having to access your ropes and attach them could be a PITA while you are on the water, especially if it's windy or rough. I'd have my gear ready to go unless you are in a skiff or power boat.
Just MHO
Jim / Saba Slayer

That's exactly what I do when I stack my nets.


Here's a pic of how my lines are setup




Also make sure that all of your lines are feed through the buoy in the same direction, it'll make it easier to figure out which side to pull.

[Saba Slayer]

Rig all your nets the same way...pointed side of the float into the wind current and swell and the flat side of the float downwind with the excess rope on that side...that way when you grab your rope you won't disturb the net and scare your bugs and crabs. Be sure to put a distinctive pattern of DOT tape on the flat side of the float so it's easy to find.
Jim / Saba Slayer

[danjor]

Originally Posted by Saba Slayer

Danjor...Try using a 3/16 galvanized shackle instead of a "clip" or aluminum carabiner. The shackle simply screws together rather than relying on the thin steel spring that closes most clip type connecters. That steel spring rusts out eventually and the clip or carabiner will stay open. I was hooping at Catalina with another guys gear last season and I watched an Ambush net sink away as the carabiner was slightly open and the rope slipped out!
Also try placing the floats inside along the sides of the nets, alternating their positions as you stack them and they may fit a little better. I can easily fit 5 Ambush nets with ropes and floats attached on my pvc rack. Having to access your ropes and attach them could be a PITA while you are on the water, especially if it's windy or rough. I'd have my gear ready to go unless you are in a skiff or power boat.
Just MHO
Jim / Saba Slayer

Good tips, thanks!