I'm Planning three trips to the coast this year.
Week after next, I'm bringing the grandkids.
Trying to keep it light, because I know my hands are going to be full.
Keeping the gear to a bare minimum.
12/0. 14/0 and a 550ssg with two piece rods for each that fit under the back seat.
I approve this thread.
X2,,,,like this but need more flashlights for the grandkids,,,flashlights are fun ;D
Great picture Daron, thanks!
A few questions: how do you use those copper tubes (sand grabbers?); what are the corks used for and when do you blow your horn?
Thanks, Steve
Quote from: swill88 on April 01, 2018, 04:02:38 PM
Great picture Daron, thanks!
A few questions: how do you use those copper tubes (sand grabbers?); what are the corks used for and when do you blow your horn?
Thanks, Steve
The copper are anchor weights, they've legs that bend out and anchor large baits down
The corks (white foam balls) go on the line when set and can hold a glow stick, shark takes line and you see the ball/light move.
Horn is for the kayak when yakking baits, day or night... Warn boaters, "Watch out for me!"
Bolt cutters? Maybe cuttin off a hook that can't be fully removed?
Kids are fun to take fishin. Had 2 here with family friends last week. Love to see how excited they get by the experience. Me and their dad full of advice and know-it-all mini lectures, the kids immediately forgetting 90% of it. Dad: "Timothy! Don't drag Gregg's expensive reel on the dock!" Me: "It's OK, if it breaks it gives me an excuse to buy an old vintage one made oudda metal". Dad: "Mathew! Watch out behind you when you're casting! Me:" Control your terminal tackle and keep your line tight"... A real work-out, but a trial and error pleasure too.
Ill start on getting bait.
Quote from: Gfish on April 01, 2018, 04:47:24 PM
Bolt cutters? Maybe cuttin off a hook that can't be fully removed?
Yes, cutting the hook if it can't be removed, or the cable leader as close as possible.
Quote from: ChileRelleno on April 01, 2018, 05:08:39 PM
Quote from: Gfish on April 01, 2018, 04:47:24 PM
Bolt cutters? Maybe cuttin off a hook that can't be fully removed?
Yes, cutting the hook if it can't be removed, or the cable leader as close as possible.
:o I figured they were for cutting the chain off the grandkids later after they've been a little bit too rowdy. ;D
Quote from: Midway Tommy on April 01, 2018, 06:00:38 PM
:o I figured they were for cutting the chain off the grandkids later after they've been a little bit too rowdy. ;D
Naw, the large crimpers next to the bolt cutters are for making restraints when they get too rowdy.
Once that is done, don't be a fool and release them, better to release the sharks than kids.
Quote from: Benni3 on April 01, 2018, 07:44:31 AM
X2,,,,like this but need more flashlights for the grandkids,,,flashlights are fun ;D
They just shine them in your face Benni.
They get no flashlights. Only Glow sticks.
John, I'm hoping you can make it down,
These two Grandkids are Pistols. ;D
No chain will hold these boys.
I raised their Dad, and He was all I Could Handle.
I see it in them, but they are still young enough to be scared of me.
That won't last much longer.
Their Names are Odin and Liam for crying out Loud. :D
I look forward to this trip.
These Boys have never left Kentucky, to the best of my knowledge.
If a Shark is Caught, Their heads will explode!
I plan on spoiling them rotten, this short week we have together.
I have 5 grandkids, with another in the Oven.
These two are ready to have some fun with Grandpa.
They still call me paw paw. ;)
I am getting old, I know.
I just want my Legacy to live on.
No trip on a boat can teach them.
I have my own way of doing things.
Good luck, brother.
This is your year Daron, the Swami has spoken
Tight lines Daron!
QuoteI plan on spoiling them rotten, this short week we have together.
That's what grandparents do :D and then send them home to their parents! :o
Sounds like a lot of fun to me! ;D
I hope to see you and Gobi this time around. You will meet my fiancé. Yep im getting married soon. I have been married one time. From 1975 to 1978. She has 14 grandkids...!! You can see her next to me.
There are mullet at my dock and I have a net but no one has been here to catch any. Ill get on it.
Keith
Congratulations Keith. It looks like your Christmas list just got a lot longer. She's beautiful, and your not so bad looking yourself!
Quote from: Shark Hunter on April 03, 2018, 06:22:06 AM
Quote from: Benni3 on April 01, 2018, 07:44:31 AM
X2,,,,like this but need more flashlights for the grandkids,,,flashlights are fun ;D
They just shine them in your face Benni.
They get no flashlights. Only Glow sticks.
John, I'm hoping you can make it down,
These two Grandkids are Pistols. ;D
No chain will hold these boys.
I raised their Dad, and He was all I Could Handle.
I see it in them, but they are still young enough to be scared of me.
That won't last much longer.
Their Names are Odin and Liam for crying out Loud. :D
I look forward to this trip.
These Boys have never left Kentucky, to the best of my knowledge.
If a Shark is Caught, Their heads will explode!
I plan on spoiling them rotten, this short week we have together.
I have 5 grandkids, with another in the Oven.
These two are ready to have some fun with Grandpa.
They still call me paw paw. ;)
I am getting old, I know.
I just want my Legacy to live on.
No trip on a boat can teach them.
I have my own way of doing things.
I'm jealous Paw Paw! I only have one grandchild so far and he isn't going to turn two years old until late this summer. I hope that you and those kids will have a blast (safely).
Thanks Randy. I will watch them like a hawk. ;)
Quote from: handi2 on April 03, 2018, 10:37:52 PM
I hope to see you and Gobi this time around. You will meet my fiancé. Yep im getting married soon. I have been married one time. From 1975 to 1978. She has 14 grandkids...!! You can see her next to me.
There are mullet at my dock and I have a net but no one has been here to catch any. Ill get on it.
Keith
Keith,
I am very Happy for you!
That is great News!
I'm leaving Saturday Night, Checking in the Condo on Sunday.
I will stop by on Monday after resting up.
No pressure on the bait.
I have Robin on the back burner, and plan on catching some myself.
We will be wetting some lines together.
I'll see you soon buddy,
Daron
Hey Daron,
I found the perfect gadget for ya for those sharks you are going for, this will make the sharks look even biggggggggggggggggggger ;-).
Fish Fishers, something every fisherman should own, especially on the PV trips, I ordered a custom sized micro fingers
On a side note, it seems the vacationers like to hog seating on the beach/pool.
I have up since 6 am downstairs at the breakfast bar and watched people reserving the deck chairs around the pool with their towels.
It is noon plus now, some of those folks are yet to show up.
Quote from: handi2 on April 03, 2018, 10:37:52 PM
I hope to see you and Gobi this time around. You will meet my fiancé. Yep im getting married soon. I have been married one time. From 1975 to 1978. She has 14 grandkids...!! You can see her next to me.
There are mullet at my dock and I have a net but no one has been here to catch any. Ill get on it.
Keith
Keith,
Congrats!
Yes Sir, see ya later today.
I stay away from the high rises and fancy hotels. Too many people crammed into one building.
That Springhill Suites looks nice, but I can have a condo with a full kitchen with three beds and three bathrooms for a lot less.
Its Quiet, Not near as crowded and I pack my own chairs. ;)
Man, that fishfingers thing is funny. That's a serious add, right ?
Quote from: Gfish on April 06, 2018, 07:36:55 AM
Man, that fishfingers thing is funny. That's a serious add, right ?
Never leave home without it :-)
Quote from: Shark Hunter on April 06, 2018, 04:52:47 AM
I stay away from the high rises and fancy hotels. Too many people crammed into one building.
That Springhill Suites looks nice, but I can have a condo with a full kitchen with three beds and three bathrooms for a lot less.
Its Quiet, Not near as crowded and I pack my own chairs. ;)
Did you find yours on Air bnb? I looked at a few, the daily rate was good but they had a cleaning fee, so for short rental it added up.
So how is the apt? Yes, it would be nice to have a full kitchen, both my girls are picky eater, well make that all 3 including grandma ;-).
Any fishing update?
FYI: If you are driving I-65, watch out for huge backups south of Birmingham, AL.
Hey Daron, sounds great, and I admire your courage of taking on the grandsons (to say nothing of the sharks)! If you are giving them a rod and reel, you may have more action than you can handle ;D I'd try to take a buddy with you so you can mount a 1-on-1 defense 8) Hope you have spikes for the rods. If they get bored with fishing, count that as a blessing. Just seeing one brought in will make the trip for them. A photo with the fish, and they will never forget it. Good luck! /Joe
P.S. Congrats Keith!!!
Quote from: Gobi King on April 09, 2018, 12:50:30 PM
Quote from: Shark Hunter on April 06, 2018, 04:52:47 AM
I stay away from the high rises and fancy hotels. Too many people crammed into one building.
That Springhill Suites looks nice, but I can have a condo with a full kitchen with three beds and three bathrooms for a lot less.
Its Quiet, Not near as crowded and I pack my own chairs. ;)
Did you find yours on Air bnb? I looked at a few, the daily rate was good but they had a cleaning fee, so for short rental it added up.
So how is the apt? Yes, it would be nice to have a full kitchen, both my girls are picky eater, well make that all 3 including grandma ;-).
Any fishing update?
FYI: If you are driving I-65, watch out for huge backups south of Birmingham, AL.
Had one short delay in Montgomery. 5 Lanes down to One with no warning.
Having a rough go of it so far. The Beach is deserted and the condo is nice, but My Wife came down ill and has been passing it around to the kids. ::)
Taking it a day at time. I grilled out last night and had a 1lb Ribeye and Tater.
I pay $140 a night for this condo. I won't pay a penny more, and that is out the door price. ;)
Springhill is pricey for what you get. JMO
Hoping everyone is feeling better soon Daron!
I wish I could be there with you, sounds like a blast!!!
Hey brother, hoping ya'll stomp that bug. Good luck. Be safe. Sooner or later I'll make it down there to get you a tail rope.
The kids and wife are doing better. Odin and Liam having fun on the beach.
They found a playmate. ;)
The water is still pretty cold. About 65. With the ambient temp dropping to 50 last night, somehow Robin mustered the courage to paddle two baits out in two to three footers. My 12/0 got hit in about 20 minutes. I could definitely feel the headshake. It was a smaller one, but decent size. Somehow, he shook off. ::)
That was the only action. We called it about 2am.
My main line was chaffed up pretty good for about 4 feet. There was a 30' leader ahead of this. Those blacktips are sneaky!
That is new 100lb mono shredded.
So glad they are feeling better Daron! Looks like fun!
Crazy how the skin of a shark can shred the mono like that!
I got tail slapped by a medium size sevengill one time and it tore up my ankle.
(https://s20.postimg.cc/u43lqjd31/IMG_0697.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ofxazn8qh/)
Quote from: xjchad on April 12, 2018, 07:46:49 PM
So glad they are feeling better Daron! Looks like fun!
Crazy how the skin of a shark can shred the mono like that!
I got tail slapped by a medium size sevengill one time and it tore up my ankle.
(https://s20.postimg.cc/u43lqjd31/IMG_0697.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ofxazn8qh/)
That's nasty!
Last time Daron was here my 9/0 with 80# got clipped pretty close to shore. It left me with half of a spool. I'm confident it was those butthead blacktips. >:(
Only made one drop last night.
The waves were in close sets and Robin took a header about 70 yards out in the Surf on the way back in!
This Sharkin, can be Dangerous.
He made it back in thank god. That was some Scary stuff. :o
Quote from: Shark Hunter on April 13, 2018, 06:59:09 PM
Only made one drop last night.
The waves were in close sets and Robin took a header about 70 yards out in the Surf on the way back in!
This Sharkin, can be Dangerous.
He made it back in thank god. That was some Scary stuff. :o
Yikes! :o
That's enough to keep me casting my baits... for now at least!
Be safe as you can,,,,hope you get one tonight ;D
Fishing is all about being in the right place at the right time. That is mostly out of our control. Although I haven't met you Daron, I can tell by the vibes you give on this site that it is more about the experience and being with the family that is most important. That is what it is all about. No matter what the outcome on catching, we know that you put in 110% effort and enjoying the vacation with the grand kids makes it all worthwhile.
Wishing you the best.
Scott
Quote from: Shark Hunter on April 13, 2018, 06:59:09 PM
Only made one drop last night.
The waves were in close sets and Robin took a header about 70 yards out in the Surf on the way back in!
This Sharkin, can be Dangerous.
He made it back in thank god. That was some Scary stuff. :o
when the adventure have a bit of dangerous are the ones that are never forgetted by the kids
you should feel proud of your son and pretty sure he feels proud of being able to helping you on that
Hey Daron, let me know if you need to borrow any of my shark fishing gear. ;D
(Thanks Decker) ;)
Quote from: 1badf350 on April 14, 2018, 12:23:11 AM
Why are my pics always sideways no matter which way I hold the camera when I take a picture?
Try opening them in something like Windows Photo Viewer first and rotate them if needed. When the picture is closed it will be saved in the correct orientation. Some cameras have a mind of their own.
That's a big hook.
-steve
Quote from: 1badf350 on April 14, 2018, 12:23:11 AM
Why are my pics always sideways no matter which way I hold the camera when I take a picture?
You can edit them before you postem !!
Quote from: 1badf350 on April 14, 2018, 12:23:11 AM
Why are my pics always sideways no matter which way I hold the camera when I take a picture?
I believe the cameras all save the photos in portrait (physically, in memory, for efficiency) and if they are landscape they add an EXIF code that tells a program displaying the photo, the right way to display it. Web page code doesn't recognize the EXIF data, so landscape is displayed as portrait. If you open the photo on your PC, make some small change, and save, usually, the photo will be then saved with the correct physical orientation.
Here is a post about it:http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=22793.0 (http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=22793.0) There are some applications that will read the EXIF data of your photos on your PC, and correct the physical orientation.
I'll fix your photo now.
/Joe
P.S. Hey, how about those Sixers? ;D
Quote from: xjchad on April 13, 2018, 07:52:03 PM
Quote from: Shark Hunter on April 13, 2018, 06:59:09 PM
Only made one drop last night.
The waves were in close sets and Robin took a header about 70 yards out in the Surf on the way back in!
This Sharkin, can be Dangerous.
He made it back in thank god. That was some Scary stuff. :o
Yikes! :o
That's enough to keep me casting my baits... for now at least!
It was fun, until it wasn't. :D I couldn't get any forward movement unless a swell or wave helped. I caught a wave and was surfing pretty well. Then the kayak kicked out just a little and that was all she wrote. I got ran over by my own boat. :-[ I had never heard of anyone getting their head hit(other than Daron mentioning it) on a kayak. I think I'll wear a helmet now. :-\ I just wish we could get Daron on a monster.
I hope you were wearing a leash.
-steve
That's why these guys wear helmets.
https://youtu.be/k_UNO2joqoY
I took it one time at Big Sur in the shore pound. A big wave with hardly any water under it sucking up the sand, it looked like wet cement a few yards from the beach. It wasn't fun just slammed down on the beach in about 6" of water. Never saw it coming from behind. Must be really scetchy at night. Glad it worked our ok
Quote from: oc1 on April 14, 2018, 07:55:37 PM
I hope you were wearing a leash.
-steve
There was a leash on the paddle that I was holding onto. The surf snatched the kayak away and broke one of the bands that I'd attached the leash to. I'm am getting a helmet for kayak use now. ;D
I know for a few seconds, I wasn't sure what happened other than you crashed.
The Yak went one way, you the other and the glowstick broke off your jacket, and it went another.
Luckily, you popped back up pretty quick and I could tell that the glowstick wasn't on you any more, because your headlamp was still on your head.
I was in waist high water with jeans on, but I was ready to try and find you. I knew the water wasn't over my head there.
That was why the waves were so bad on that bar.
I think the biggest factor that caused this, was that we were in a hurry to get baits out, we should have moved on down the beach a little.
I'm just glad all that suffered was a knot on your noggin. ;)
We need to use my Kayak next time. Its lighter and faster, even with my big butt in it. ::)
See you in a couple weeks brother.
Everybody had fun and we made it back in one piece.
Spent the last night with Robin and his boys and mine having fun by the pool.
Life is Good. ;)
Good job, gents, and glad everything ended well. This is good info, and may save someone some issues down the road. Next time you guys go, give a rundown on the yak delivery- safety and the safetyman, etc. I wouldn't have thought about the glowstick for instance....great idea.
Safe travels back to the nest, brother!
Quote from: thorhammer on April 15, 2018, 11:32:24 AM
Good job, gents, and glad everything ended well. This is good info, and may save someone some issues down the road. Next time you guys go, give a rundown on the yak delivery- safety and the safetyman, etc. I wouldn't have thought about the glowstick for instance....great idea.
Safe travels back to the nest, brother!
I'm pretty good at figuring out systems, but Daron has this on lock! He has a horn for letting me know when to stop! I was just in a hurry to get bait out, because it was getting cold at night and I hate being cold and wet. I bought a helmet last night. :-[ It normally isn't that bad, but we've had some serious winds the past couple of days.
I know I won't be trying April Again. :o
The water is too cold and the winds too strong.
I've been back to Balmy Kentucky with Snow and 32 degree temps, but I still have wind burn on my forehead. :P
Maybe it's a "thing" this Spring. Cold temps. and rain, rain, and more rain in Hawaii this April. 2 weekends inna row and no fishin?!, no way!, even If I godda stick to the bay(water pretty colored now too) I'mna go.
Thanks for ride gents, gotta get to Florida some day...
There is nothing like it G.
It is my happy place. ;D
Daron, you certainly look chilled out buddy.
What type of shark is that in your photo?
Mike.
That would be a Mako.
Fastest of the Sea.
As many trips as I have made, I still seek a shark worthy of testing my gear.
Hopefully this is the year old friend. I'm not getting any younger. Doing it this way from shore is tough, but rewarding.
Anyone can catch a Shark from a boat. Paddle out into the darkness, drop your bait and catch one from shore.
Wade into the water and tail rope it, drag it up and take the hook out. Then send him on his way. This is real.
You have to be a bit crazy to even try it, but it is such a rush when it all comes together. Plan and preparation are Key.
The gulf is so full of life, Not just sharks.
I try to stay incognito and fish in the evening into the night..
Sharks are Nocturnal and I don't want too much attention drawn to what I am doing.
I have only caught Blacktips, Bulls and Hammers, but there are a lot of other species.
Lemon, Nurse, Spinner, Mako, Bonnethead. The list goes on.
If I had to pick the shark I want to bite my line, It would be a Big Lemon or Bull.
They are tough and I know there chances are much greater at surviving.
I'm only in it for the sport. Nothing More. Just a game of chance more than usual.
Big Gear, Big Tackle and Bait. All require Preparation way more than normal fishing.
Catch and Release the Apex Predator.
There is no better feeing to me, than to catch one of these Monsters and watch him swim away after the Battle.
No worse from the wear. Just fishing, a little to the extreme. ;)
Thanks for the info, certainly got a nice set of teeth!!
Good luck on your quest, hopefully this will be the year.
Mike.
Still dream of a 16/0 and you are getting a 20/0 wow!
That dream can easily become a reality. ;)
Daron, FYI.
https://www.pnj.com/story/news/2018/04/25/shark-fishing-florida-rules-new-fwc-changes/551885002/
You guys need to stay on top and give input to save your hobby.
Quote from: Shark Hunter on April 26, 2018, 07:25:14 AM
That dream can easily become a reality. ;)
I imagine it could except we have just had to have new felt, battens and tiles on the roof of our bungalow, and it wasn't cheap (£7500.00) just about cleaned us out!!
Who knows in the future, but time is marching on, I have now reached the grand age of 68, so the grim reaper is flying lower, I keep ducking ;D
Take care,
Mike.
Daron someone brought me 2 fresh Bonita yesterday. A little too late.
I'll be back in 10 days to pick those up. ;)
Jaws is waiting for me. ;D
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2018/04/26/hilton-great-white-shark/556303002/?utm_source=feedblitz&utm_medium=FeedBlitzRss&utm_campaign=usatoday-newstopstories
Round 2.
Down for a two week trip that ended last week. My Boy Mike, his wife and my 1 year old grand daughter came down the second week.
Caught a few fish. Not the one I seek, but I was happy just the same. ;D
The weather was perfect the first week. No Rain, Flat seas, but the fish weren't cooperating.
Robin and I could only reel in empty hooks. Catfish or something were picking our hooks clean without being detected.
The second week, A low pressure system moved in and after the storm. Guess what?
Healthy Blacktip right off shore within 20 minutes.
My Son Mike reeled this in on his Fin Nor LT-100 in no time.
This fish was mean and left me with a Tail whip on my stomach.
I just held his head down, they thrash and try to bite and have 100 razor sharp teeth in there. I can deal with the whip. It healed in three days.
I tried to leave him close to the water, That downward slant with his head up top, he got me when we were getting the hook out because I was not letting his Head Move. He was close to 5 feet. These Sharks are responsible for most of the bites in Florida.
They are very abundant and if I would have had my Bubba Blade on me, He would have been Dinner.
I am not getting bit, and next time, I will drag him further up to get the smack down on him before he does me.
That won't happen again. I was trying for a quick release, we did it, but it took a little longer, because of the small hook that my dehooker is useless for. It was made for 20/0's. Different tactic and we got it out. My goal is a minute flat. We probably went 30 seconds over.
I know He swam off like a bat out of Hell, with a little of my stomach on his tail.
The next night, Robin ran out some chunks of Ray and I caught my first Tiger Shark.
It was caught on a Mustad 20/0 and my dehooker popped it right out of his Jaw Lickety split.
I also caught a really Nice Bull Red. Probably about 30". No pic.
There was no camera, but It was a Beautiful Fish. Another first for me.
We had a really good time this trip. Little Lily wanted in on the action. ;)
I love that last picture. Hey! Where are you going wit my baby! :D
My Boy Dustin doesn't care about the fishing. He is there for one reason. Shells! 24-7
I really love that last shot.
It is my Screensaver. ;)
Some well deserved R&R, Time with the family and mixed in some fish. Great trip.
I am really Proud of My Son Mike. He is a good Father and Husband.
Some of my Best work right there. ;)
Yea, I also wear a lot of Sunscreen too.
I'll be back in 3 months.
Robin made a Video on his Go Pro, Kayaking a bait out at night.
Post it up when you get time Robin.
That will give them an Idea just how fearless you are.
Until next time,
Shark Hunter out!
Cool beans brother....great looking family and good looking fish....this is a trip to be proud of.....thank you for bringing us along....Bill
It truly was Bill.
We had some mighty fine eats too.
I spared no expense on this trip.
Fine food, Family and fishing.
I wish I could have caught a picture of that Redfish. He was lean and mean.
It screamed the drag on My Battle 2 8000. I thought for sure it was a shark.
They call them Bull Reds for a reason. He was a freight train.
I need to start being more aware of the weather conditions and not the surf report.
New tactics and gear are coming into play.
There is a definite correlation to the Barometric Pressure when fishing from the beach.
They sense it, and I need to be there when they do.
My time will come.
Thanks for the ride Daron, it looked like a great trip :)
Congrats on the Tiger and Red. 8)
awesome, my man.
Looks like a great time with the family. The successful fishing is just the icing on the cake.
Scott
So glad you enjoyed your vacation... well-deserved! And, speaking as someone who first learned to surfcast some fifty-five years ago (with a Mitchell 306) I'm delighted that you've gotten into it... great angling adventures await! ;)
Say, is that a fishing pier in the background of your photo with Mrs. Shark? It looks immense... have you ever tried it? :)
~A~
That pier is only a few years old. They Boast it is the longest pier in the gulf. It is 500 yards long.
The Octagon is always very crowded. They Charge $6 if you want to fish.
Never tried it, Been out on it a few times, but never saw a lot being caught.
The deal breaker for me is they close at dusk. That is when I want to have my lines out.
Daron do you see any shark fisherman on the pier at night? I do believe that they do fish there at night.
The Navarre pier closes at night.
Another great report Daron. It's nice to have something to look forward to, especially when shared with the family.
I'm glad you had a good time.
Great pics by the way.
Sal
nice trip Mr Shark, even better when shared with the beloved ones.
looks like this time you only used big spinner reels, any reason for that amigo?
I used my Big Senators too.
We just started using the spinners the last few days because the surf was so rough, and we were tired of lugging the Kayak down to the beach.
Stormy Weather played a part in that too. You can get off the Beach must faster with just spinning gear.
I think you can still find Fin nor Offshore around too. they are beasty and their largest is 9500SS size.
I was down in the keys for the month of April this past spring and there were a ton of sharks there man. Literally shark heaven. Huge bulls, 14 foot hammers, lemons, spinners, etc. It was harder to get away from them than it was to get into them. I'm thinking it might be worth considering a trip farther south next spring. The weather was hot. So hot that I had to seek the indoors during the middle of the day to avoid being cooked alive. The tarpon fishing was unreal. On a good day, I hooked up to 10 fish. I had giant hammers circling me while tarpon fishing. They'd disappear for a bit only to come back before sunset. They'd put their fin up out of the water and circle and circle, lol. They were literally all over the place at night. Dead mullet on a circled hook was the ticket. Hooked plenty of big spinners that would jump and do back flips.
Earlier in the season, head south. You won't be disappointed, I promise.
I can't find the video, unfortunately. :-[ My Gopro crapped out. I am glad it was smooth compared to the last trip though. ;) Your kayak made the difference honestly. I could surf it without getting rolled. I hope to get out again with you this year and catch a shark that gets your attention. ;D
Mike and I might make a quick trip before my week in September.
We are working on the details. He is still excited from that Black tip. That was his first Shark of any size.
He is getting pretty good at it. You saw how he took control when we realized I had that Tiger on the line.
As appealing as the Keys Sound, That adds 500 miles. I don't think I could drive 21 hours straight.
Having to stop loses a day of fishing, and I doubt I could rest much anyways.
I am in Stealth Mode when I Drive. I can't relax until I reach my Destination.
It is a solid 12 hours to Navarre and that is enough.
I do want to try Cape San Blas one time.
I managed to get it back!
https://youtu.be/X_LiQ1ax8fA
Sweet!
Love it. ;D
Yakking out baits at night can get really eerie at times, a little fog on the water, limited visibility and a something unseen makes a big splash nearby. Especially when you've fresh cut baits trailing blood out the scuppers, and you 'know' there're sharks bigger than your yak swimming round out there. :o
I'm not that worried about the stuff out there. Then again, I wasn't worried about getting run over by my own boat until it happened. ;D
I'm not talking about worry or fear ::)
I'm talking about that wonderful spooked out feeling, when you can't help but to hear the theme music to Jaws.
My only fear is the healthy respect for possibly wiping out in the surf and having that yak hit me in the head.
But fear produces adrenaline and I love adrenaline.
Quote from: ChileRelleno on June 06, 2018, 10:03:56 PM
But fear produces adrenaline and I love adrenaline.
Love it!
There's your new sig line right there Chile!
Quote from: xjchad on June 06, 2018, 10:59:43 PM
Love it!
There's your new sig line right there Chile!
LoL... I've been an adrenaline junkie for a long time.
(https://i.imgur.com/2LcTofq.jpg)