Cold-ish weather kayaking - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

YakDout · 12-20-2019, 06:48 PM

Oolie · 12-20-2019, 08:13 PM

This is my favorite time to get on the water. I'd wear breathable waders if you have them. You can layer up underneath.

That or a caffeinated beverage warms you right up. Try it!

Nothing cold about LJ, try Cuyamaca if you want numb fingers.

FISH11 · 12-20-2019, 08:49 PM

When the water temp is 60 or less I usually use my splash pants and splash jacket. if the wind is blowing harder also then I use my breathable waders (usually like 3 to 4 times a year), the rest of the time I fish in my bathing suit, long sleeve UV shirt and a sweatshirt. These last couple months it's been more about the crazy weather patterns were there is high surf and or high winds 13+mph. I can't even remember when is the last 6 years I have not gone out at least once in two weeks. Usually I try to go once or more per week, almost exclusively mid-week. I think it almost 2 months now. The weather isn't the only reason as this last half of the year has been really slow in the Yellowtail and WSB fishing. I don't tend to target rock fish as I just don't find it exciting. Nothing like the pull of Yellowtail or even a shark. I like to go out an just enjoy the scenery, getting a good workout, time on the water and drinking beer, but being cold and having to fight strong currents and high wind while even catching bait is a chore, just takes the fun out of it. I can't wait for these constant storms to end and get back to out normal weather patterns. If I wanted this type of weather I would have moved to the Pacific North West.

SoCalEDC · 12-21-2019, 06:22 AM

Wow thanks guys for the info, videos, and detailed explanation. I knew I could count on this community for some great info.

Thanks guys

skrilla · 12-21-2019, 01:00 PM

This time of year I wear speedos under my boardshorts.

Saba Slayer · 12-21-2019, 01:25 PM

FullFlavorPike · 12-22-2019, 06:10 AM

Breathable waders are the absolute shit. Just make sure your splash jacket is on tight because a few gallons of water (from an ill-timed wave over the bow) in your waders all day is bogus.

chris138 · 12-24-2019, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YakDout

https://youtu.be/OYwG52p4yjs

Oh man, this video is from 2008. Look at Jim! Hahaha rad I always loved this one.

Mr. NiceGuy · 12-29-2019, 07:53 AM

Wet cotton will keep you cold when the wind blows.

My synthetic kayak pants keep the water out and the warmth in. High top wet suit socks keep my feet warm and they are flexible. My shirts usually stay dry, so a normal hoodie over my synthetic fishing sports shirts is OK if it's covered with a waterproof windbreaker.

12-20-2019, 08:49 PM	#3
FISH11 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Pine Valley when not fishing La Jolla Posts: 2,637	When the water temp is 60 or less I usually use my splash pants and splash jacket. if the wind is blowing harder also then I use my breathable waders (usually like 3 to 4 times a year), the rest of the time I fish in my bathing suit, long sleeve UV shirt and a sweatshirt. These last couple months it's been more about the crazy weather patterns were there is high surf and or high winds 13+mph. I can't even remember when is the last 6 years I have not gone out at least once in two weeks. Usually I try to go once or more per week, almost exclusively mid-week. I think it almost 2 months now. The weather isn't the only reason as this last half of the year has been really slow in the Yellowtail and WSB fishing. I don't tend to target rock fish as I just don't find it exciting. Nothing like the pull of Yellowtail or even a shark. I like to go out an just enjoy the scenery, getting a good workout, time on the water and drinking beer, but being cold and having to fight strong currents and high wind while even catching bait is a chore, just takes the fun out of it. I can't wait for these constant storms to end and get back to out normal weather patterns. If I wanted this type of weather I would have moved to the Pacific North West. __________________ MARK ......... 2016 MALIBU X FACTOR, 2020 SOLO SKIFF (Fishing Kayak on Steroids )

12-21-2019, 01:00 PM	#5
skrilla Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 664	This time of year I wear speedos under my boardshorts. __________________ Urban Camo Trident 13

12-29-2019, 07:53 AM	#9
Mr. NiceGuy Manic for Life Join Date: May 2015 Location: San Diego Posts: 838	Wet cotton will keep you cold when the wind blows. My synthetic kayak pants keep the water out and the warmth in. High top wet suit socks keep my feet warm and they are flexible. My shirts usually stay dry, so a normal hoodie over my synthetic fishing sports shirts is OK if it's covered with a waterproof windbreaker. __________________ Another ho-hum day in Paradise

12-20-2019, 06:48 PM	#1
YakDout Brandon Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,345	https://youtu.be/OYwG52p4yjs

12-21-2019, 06:22 AM	#4
SoCalEDC Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Rancho Cucamonga Posts: 608	Wow thanks guys for the info, videos, and detailed explanation. I knew I could count on this community for some great info. Thanks guys

12-22-2019, 06:10 AM	#7
FullFlavorPike Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 809	Breathable waders are the absolute shit. Just make sure your splash jacket is on tight because a few gallons of water (from an ill-timed wave over the bow) in your waders all day is bogus.