Hobie Beach Launch Tips - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

TheBentRod · 07-03-2020, 12:22 PM

I would try either method anywhere but Malibu. Leo Carrillo is rocky, Esco is a steep drop off (but may work with drive installed and bungeed). County line riptides make it unpredictable and the extra stuff under the water line can and will turn your kayak In directions that could be a problem if you are not paying attention.

jkim0130 · 07-05-2020, 07:55 PM

Thanks for the tips! I did my first Hobie launch at La Jolla today. The waves were mello and it was an easy launch.

No fish for me. I'm slowly getting back into kayak fishing. It's been over 8 years!

summers in kuwait · 07-06-2020, 01:32 PM

Some good notes here.
Another point worth mentioning is that you should be aware of the kelp or eelgrass, when its thick on the inside of the surf zone. There have been times when Ive launched and the mirage drive would not work as it was wrapped up. Thats when its handy to have your paddle ready.

GregAndrew · 07-06-2020, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheBentRod

I would try either method anywhere but Malibu. Leo Carrillo is rocky, Esco is a steep drop off (but may work with drive installed and bungeed). County line riptides make it unpredictable and the extra stuff under the water line can and will turn your kayak In directions that could be a problem if you are not paying attention.

Same at San Onofre. The shallow reef extends well out into the water, with lots of vegetation to snag anything it can. High tide would give you clearance, but also puts the break closer to the shore.

PapaDave · 07-06-2020, 03:17 PM

Anyone have experience beaching a 360?

Jxjones · 07-09-2020, 04:27 PM

Was thinking the same. Waiting for mine to arrive, but am curious to see if it’s any different from launching with an MD 180.

07-06-2020, 03:17 PM	#5
PapaDave Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Menifee, CA Posts: 1,460	360? Anyone have experience beaching a 360? __________________ So long and thanks for all the fish...

07-09-2020, 04:27 PM	#6
Jxjones Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 47	360 Was thinking the same. Waiting for mine to arrive, but am curious to see if it’s any different from launching with an MD 180.

07-03-2020, 12:22 PM	#1
TheBentRod Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Murrieta, CA and Bonney Lake, WA Posts: 424	I would try either method anywhere but Malibu. Leo Carrillo is rocky, Esco is a steep drop off (but may work with drive installed and bungeed). County line riptides make it unpredictable and the extra stuff under the water line can and will turn your kayak In directions that could be a problem if you are not paying attention.

07-05-2020, 07:55 PM	#2
jkim0130 Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Irvine Posts: 34	Thanks for the tips! I did my first Hobie launch at La Jolla today. The waves were mello and it was an easy launch. No fish for me. I'm slowly getting back into kayak fishing. It's been over 8 years!

07-06-2020, 01:32 PM	#3
summers in kuwait Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: East County San Diego Posts: 657	Some good notes here. Another point worth mentioning is that you should be aware of the kelp or eelgrass, when its thick on the inside of the surf zone. There have been times when Ive launched and the mirage drive would not work as it was wrapped up. Thats when its handy to have your paddle ready.