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  1. HanoverYakker
    Yeah - I hope to get out there real soon myself! Have yet to land a kow but have had two knockdowns that didn't come tight.
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    Yeah. This strong blow right now might turn the bite on starting this week. Hope to get out there next Friday if possible.
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    Yeah John. Each night is hit or miss. The big ones are still around albeit harder to find with the weather patterns in a constant state of flux lately. If the power boaters are out, it is best to steer clear for sure.
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    The bridge has been hopping lately now that striper season is in full effect here in VA as it looked like a parking lot out there at times. Save for a couple folks that were a little inconsiderate when they ran too close to the bridge under power and threw a massive wake to kayakers and anchored boaters alike. We were in the lighted area just away from the bridge and very visible, but I guess stripers affect the brain in many anglers differently. What made this a little more concerning and dangerous was I was in the process of landing a striper and was next to a set of bridge pilings. It could have been a little sketchy if I hadn't heard them coming and turned into the oncoming wake. Had a decent night with only 4 hours on the water total - landed 14 stripers. Most were 14-15"ers, but the three biggest went 17 3/4", 18 3/4" and the last of the evening a nice 20 1/2" - all were released to come back a little bigger another day. The 17 3/4" looked almost like a Hybrid Bass as fat as it was for the smallish body. All smaller stripers were caught using a pearl grub on a 1/4oz. jighead. The three largest were caught using a soft-bodied swim shad w/ paddle tail. Great night on the water with my buddy Patrick. Tight lines and stay alert - not everyone has the same measure of awareness and safety as you!
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    11/22: HRBT Schoolie action

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    From the album: 11/22: HRBT Schoolie action

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    From the album: 11/22: HRBT Schoolie action

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    Absolutely - the key is current movement around the pylons and finding those current seams. You literally can drop it on their noses on some nights. I like it a little choppy compared to most - keeps the soft core angler at home and encourages the bigger ones to come out and play. Traffic over the tubes has been crazy lately with the cruise ships, freighters and the navy.
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    Like new Orvis BK-IV Mid-Arbor reel filled with WF7 line and backing. Included is an extra spool with Depth Charge sinking line (200) and backing. Reels come with original boxes, the Orvis travel case for the main reel and a soft pouch for the second spool. Both reels were purchased and filled with line at the Richmond Orvis store by their fly shop expert. Looking for $125 for everything plus Priority Mail s/h. https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-YQ2ll0reDEQ/Um5Xa2MH5qI/AAAAAAAAD_o/0oSAw5SqaNU/w737-h553-no/Orvis1.JPG https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-ZRvJi4g6qGw/Um5YH_Vc7iI/AAAAAAAAD_8/muCjU4hwVJQ/w737-h553-no/Orvis2.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pv_yABjM4yQ/Um5XbTFUPjI/AAAAAAAAD_w/Krt0R-JVG_I/w737-h553-no/Orvis3.JPG https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-MJK0xMb6f7A/Um5XbQlTnQI/AAAAAAAAD_0/58tj6XANpDU/w737-h553-no/Orvis4.JPG
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    Yep - great times when you can sight cast to them. A 20#er was caught there a couple weeks ago. Looks like the big girls from the James are making their way out just in time.
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    I normally don't fish when it's raining, but I was jonesing for a little salty taste on my breath. I committed to fishing this past Friday night regardless, so I loaded up the Pro Angler and headed down from Richmond. I was looking for some slot reds along the flats but got no love. It was misting and drizzling for most of the evening. I was also anxious to catch some fish with my new custom Bull Bay Rod as well!! Ended up with 2 greys and 2 stripers. Enjoy!
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    Listing update - close the thread please. I have an interested buyer and will piece out the listing separately. Thanks!
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    Price drop - $500.
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    I use two sets of collars now to avoid the rubbing. Works perfectly. For taller folks like myself, adding some forward ballast in the front hatch will help with the rear dragging when using the forward scuppers. A short drag rope with a ski rope handle also helps avoid the teetering effect.
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    As far as the added weight factor and soft sand, another thing to keep in mind is which scuppers you utilize for the cart. If you use the aft scuppers which is the most common approach, your weight load will be more pronounced and noticeable. If you move the cart towers to the center scuppers under the seat, the PA hull balances out rather nicely and is much easier to move across soft sand. Not saying its easy, its just easier than the rear scuppers. I usually add my small cooler and load it into the bow hatch for a little weight forward ballast when moving it like this.
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    Also remember to practice in shallower/clear and calm water with the gear you plan on taking and the outerwear you plan on wearing. Does little to no good to be able to right the PA during summer with no gear attached then come winter, you are stuck with no idea how to right it fully loaded. Its more difficult when you are wearing a drysuit or extra layers. Just something to keep in mind.
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    I had a Ride 135 and a Hobie Revolution 13 before getting my PA14. I used a simple inflatable donut from Wallie World, CVS, Walgreens, etc. $8 and would last an entire season. You inflate it about a third of the way and not only keep your rear dry but also alleviate pressure on both your spine and buttocks.
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    Pedaling (not peddling which is akin to selling...sorry just being picky) is more efficient than paddling over the long haul. Your legs are made up of larger muscle groups and can withstand longer periods of usage when compared to the paddle stroke. Now paddling is more effective for tactile and immediate corrections, but all Hobies (not Hobbies) are able to be paddled, yes even the Pro Anglers! I paddle mine all the time when I am cruising the flats or working through heavy timber. As far as models, I would lean towards the Pro Angler 14 over the 12 if you plan on hitting big water. The 12 is a bit more nimble and lighter but is affected more by winds and current. I use mine in the Chesapeake Bay and fish around the HRBT and CBBT. A friend of mine has the 12 and he told me he wish he had went ahead and kept his Outback and then purchase the PA14. I use mine in both fresh and salt and can tell you it handles big water much better than the 12.
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    I have an awesome fly rod combo up for grabs. It is an Orvis Hydros 10' 7wt. 4 piece rod with the rod tube. Also includes two Battenkill IV spools loaded with backing and line. One reel is loaded with weight forward floating line, and the extra spool is loaded with 220 grain depth charge sinking line. The setup was purchased as a dual purpose combo for chasing shad, largemouth and smallmouth bass in the freshwater and then schoolie stripers, slot reds and speckled trout in the salt. I wanted to get into fly fishing, but I just don't have the interest anymore. The whole combo has only been used twice in two years. I'll even include a flybox with several clousers, wooly buggers, poppers, frogs, a crab, a shrimp, a crayfish and more. $525 for the entire setup - rod alone cost me $579. Reel was $99 and the extra spool was $59, etc..... An exceptional deal for someone that is looking for a quality setup. Photos are located here: https://plus.google.com/photos/108474160562442085621/albums/5815992248764031329?authkey=CN3skb2-q8utggE#photos/108474160562442085621/albums/5815992248764031329?authkey=CN3skb2-q8utggE
  22. HanoverYakker
    Good to know. Thanks for the input. I guess the area you're fishing also factors in along with lure choice. Since I am not slinging 5oz plugs, I can use lighter gear than most. Good points though. I'm sure the original poster will appreciate it. I know I do.
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    Quote: Originally Posted by kayaker123 In those pictures theres a boca grip with a leash, Whats the name of those leashes? Thanks Most likely a Yak Gear Floating Accessory Leash..... I do something similar, only I just bought a float from West Marine for $2 and tied it using some 1/4" poly cord and attached a small caribiner/bolt snap to clip to the kayak. Serves two purposes - one it keeps the grip from disappearing and two, it acts as a way to keep the fish in the water while I get the camera ready. Please don't post commercial links, Thanks MM
  24. HanoverYakker
    So here's a question for you.......not refuting anything said so far - the Saltist 20 is a sweet reel. You said "inshore saltwater mostly" - if that's the case, then why do you need a conventional reel? Especially if you are in a kayak? The kayak is a form of drag and reduces the amount of horsepower you need to land bigger fish. I chase after bull reds, big kow stripers, monster black drum, etc. and I use a 7'0" Compre Musky rod paired with a Curado 200 DPV or Calcutta 200B spooled with either 65lb or 50lb PP braid. Don't get me wrong, I started off with a 6'6" custom Star Rod paired with a Shimano Tekota 500 but found it to be overkill. Not trying to start a war here, just trying to see if I may be missing the boat (pardon the pun) on something - thanks!
  25. HanoverYakker
    Crack of Dawn Apex 1 is a good affordable option as well - free shipping from Amazon to boot...... With any seat I use, I just add an inflatable doughnut ring from the local pharmacy or Walmart and am good to go. Have spent 12 hours on the water with just a regular seat and the doughnut ring and have had no back issues. (And I have a bad back!!)
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