Couldn't take the La Jolla reports any longer, finally broke down and went for it. Malibu Pro-Explorer, front hatch, center hatch, cart, 2 piece paddle, high back seat, paddle leash, flush mounted rod holders. Got the basics to get me on the water, I'll be adding over the summer. First trip tomorrow morning to the bay, to harrass some spatted bay bass.

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Nice yak! I've got the same set-up. You won't be disapointed, it's no FnD(which i'm constantly reminded of) but no doubt a great yak.

If you have'nt been out much the bay is a great place to get your balance/ confidence. LJ is an awesome place but the surf launches can be interesting.

Have fun!

Nothing better than making sure you've got that beer in the kayak with ya at all times.

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Its got a beer holder your set}(

Welcome to the club. You are gonna love it.

The beer holder is nice. I had to add one...
...and then I just...kept...adding stuff

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See you out there!


Quietman

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haha dont go anywhere NEAR huntington harbor with that AK in the rod holder!gotta love it!



joe

Does this mean I can't harass you about getting a yak anymore?

Amish Ed
You Can't Catch it again if
it's Dead!

haha, yeah 'fraid so. Now you just gotta harrass me about getting a bigger, faster one :P

Yeah; bigger and faster is almost always better. But, I can understand the storage issue, that's why I started out with my old Navigator. But the Tourer taught me how nice a long stable yak is.

The new Cabo is a beast on shore, but on the water it's a sweet ride. From what I've heard it will be good for launching in the surf, but a squirrely ride in. Speaking of, I'll be in Vegas for work until Sat. night, so I can't fish until the week after.

How was the maiden voyage? Get any decent spotties?

Amish Ed
You Can't Catch it again if
it's Dead!

I wrote up a report a couple posts down. I was looking for halibut most of the day and only had a couple short biters. I probably did more paddling than I should've, but I couldn't resist, haha. Trying to get stuff setup for la jolla next weekend, now that I've done the test paddle and made sure it floats.

Doesn't that color just beg to be nailed? It looks like a sweet ride and congrats on it but, I think I'd go for a different color.
Tight lines,
Wade