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Contest & Events => Contest & Events => : Latimeria October 25, 2017, 08:22:06 AM
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I'm trying to keep the time of year for these events consistent. With that, I also want to make sure the tides are in our favor, so after some research, it looks like November 18th will most likely be the day of the Gathering. We have a good incoming tide until 9:30 pm which will give us many hours to fish in the dark also. The location will probably be the same as it holds a long swath of beach that has sharky habitat, but I will scout the beaches as we get closer to the date.
That's only 3 weeks away kiddos! I'll confirm the date this week so you guys can make plans.
As far as gear, I might have shirts made but sold through an online site in order to get things expedited, but no promises. I will have hats however and still have a few GG shirts from last year also.
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Right on! Hoping to make it down this year!
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Awesome- sounds like a good time to catch up with some old friends and meet some new ones!
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I'm Down ;D
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Woohoo!!!!
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Remember that the winning shark doesn't get caught until a few minutes after midnight! ;D ;D ;D
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Remember that the winning shark doesn't get caught until a few minutes after midnight! ;D ;D ;D
Hopefully the kelp monsters and salad stays away this year >:(
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OK, the Grinner Gathering date is confirmed at November 18th, 2017. It will be on the same beach as the last two as the Soup Kitchen has kicked out some great shark fishing this year especially and is generally less kelpy than the rest of the beaches.
http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=656
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Too bad the high is only 3.9'. SK is best during a significant high. It'll be cool seeing everyone though.
(http://www.photos.inherentlydifferent.com/i.php?/upload/2017/10/31/20171031103904-d42853c7-la.jpg)
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Too bad the high is only 3.9'. SK is best during a significant high. It'll be cool seeing everyone though.
(http://www.photos.inherentlydifferent.com/i.php?/upload/2017/10/31/20171031103904-d42853c7-la.jpg)
December is out for me. Anything earlier is too early and the Saturday after Thanksgiving is a dropping tide.
It will be a fun one anyway and if fishable, I think will be a successful one!
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I'm looking fwd to it. Like seeing the gear and rigs people use and the methods employed. It'd be a good time for someone who's audio/visual handy to do a video of the event.
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I'm looking fwd to it. Like seeing the gear and rigs people use and the methods employed. It'd be a good time for someone who's audio/visual handy to do a video of the event.
I've got to check out rigs too. My gear has been beat up, and I'm going to make the switch to a conventional heaver for the surf. Flat out want more distance with bigger payloads and more cranking power ;D
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Ok, I'm in for sure. :) Dad is hopefully coming down with me.
What time is everyone showing up?
Is it worth getting there earlier in the day for other type of fishing?
Any good spots near by to buy/catch fresh bait?
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Early arrival not an advantage. It is a surfing beach, not a fishing beach. Hour before sunset should be good. Time to set up, see the sunset. Parking is 10 minute walk, but drive up and drop of gear is possible with a second person to watch the gear. Lot is locked at dark.
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Early arrival not an advantage. It is a surfing beach, not a fishing beach. Hour before sunset should be good. Time to set up, see the sunset. Parking is 10 minute walk, but drive up and drop of gear is possible with a second person to watch the gear. Lot is locked at dark.
When you say early arrival are you talking about at the beach or at the bar for some cold ones and a cheeseburger before the main event?
;D
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Early arrival not an advantage. It is a surfing beach, not a fishing beach. Hour before sunset should be good. Time to set up, see the sunset. Parking is 10 minute walk, but drive up and drop of gear is possible with a second person to watch the gear. Lot is locked at dark.
When you say early arrival are you talking about at the beach or at the bar for some cold ones and a cheeseburger before the main event?
;D
Never too early for a beer and a burger. Unless the bar is closed.
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Early arrival not an advantage. It is a surfing beach, not a fishing beach. Hour before sunset should be good. Time to set up, see the sunset. Parking is 10 minute walk, but drive up and drop of gear is possible with a second person to watch the gear. Lot is locked at dark.
When you say early arrival are you talking about at the beach or at the bar for some cold ones and a cheeseburger before the main event?
;D
Never too early for a beer and a burger. Unless the bar is closed.
Maybe meet up at the "Tidewater Tavern" like we did last year?
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Ok, I'm in for sure. :) Dad is hopefully coming down with me.
What time is everyone showing up?
Is it worth getting there earlier in the day for other type of fishing?
Any good spots near by to buy/catch fresh bait?
I take most of the day off from the family for the Gathering and the SNBF, so I’m usually out the door by 11am. If I don’t have fresh bait, which is rare, I’ll hit Shelter Island or OB pier if the mackerel is present. When I do have plenty of bait, I’ll find a stretch of sand I can safely soak a bait before meeting up with everyone. I rarely fish daylight hours, so when I can, I take advantage of it.
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Maybe meet up at the "Tidewater Tavern" like we did last year?
Works for me ;D
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Maybe meet up at the "Tidewater Tavern" like we did last year?
Works for me ;D
Might have a conflict that night. Wedding. Haven't been invited yet, so maybe not.
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Maybe meet up at the "Tidewater Tavern" like we did last year?
Works for me ;D
Might have a conflict that night. Wedding. Haven't been invited yet, so maybe not.
Piss them off so you don't get invited ;)
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Maybe meet up at the "Tidewater Tavern" like we did last year?
Works for me ;D
Might have a conflict that night. Wedding. Haven't been invited yet, so maybe not.
Piss them off so you don't get invited ;)
Nope. Oldest son's good friend from way back. Not made of money so if I don't make the list, that's cool. If I do, I'll go. Maybe fish after. Then I don't have to fight with my wife to leave.
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If anyone is in need of a long rod to use at the event, let me know. I now officially have more rods than I could ever think of having in the water at the same time (or even packing along with me).
I couldn't help myself the other day and ended up purchasing a new 14' 3-10oz Phenix Black Diamond custom stick that the guy who ordered it built ended up backing out on, so I picked it up for a steal. Anyways if anyone could use a rod in the 12-13', 4-8oz, 20-40 line class range let me know as I'll probably just pack a few extras in my truck for the trip...Ben, have you gotten your self a sand spike and heavier rod since last years event? I still have the lucky spike if not...😛
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Steve, did you end up getting invited to the wedding??
Joe, nice of you to offer that. I might have one back up rod available as a loaner if needed also.
Dang, I need to tie rigs and get all my gear prepped this week!
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I’m pretty darn excited to attend my first GG! I’ll see you guys there👍🏿
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Thanks Joe, I'm good! I made the heaviest sand spike imaginable. My traps get a good workout carrying it down to the beach, haha. Good on rods too. Have a 4-8 oz 12' and some lighter backups.
I'll probably be a late arrival, but one way or the other I'll make it down to say hey to everyone.
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OK, same spot as the last few years. It can hold hold all of us and there has been some NICE sharks caught there this year as well as crazy numbers!
The Soup Kitchen....
Meeting up at The Tidewater Tavern around noon-ish to get some drinks and grub if anyone cares to join in.
Just let me know if you need directions.
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Did you invite the grinners? ;)
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I released my 100+" trained ones. ;D
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Where is the beach again??????.........Wonder if I can find my way back there?????
Stranger things isn't just a tv show they tell me...........
Wonder if the most elusive and longest disappearing JAWS will be seen?????
Time will tell........
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Wow, Joe is still alive and posting to the board!? ;)
Hope to see you at the gathering
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Where is the beach again??????.........Wonder if I can find my way back there?????
Stranger things isn't just a tv show they tell me...........
Wonder if the most elusive and longest disappearing JAWS will be seen?????
Time will tell........
Whoa! A Joe Sighting!!!! :o :D
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Where is the beach again??????.........Wonder if I can find my way back there?????
Stranger things isn't just a tv show they tell me...........
Wonder if the most elusive and longest disappearing JAWS will be seen?????
Time will tell........
Whoa! A Joe Sighting!!!! :o :D
I had to text him to bring his azz out of hiding!
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We'll be hanging at the Tidewater Tavern for a little food and beverage before the fishing session. The bar is only about 1/2 mile away from where we will be fishing. I'll probably be there from noon-ish to about 4 when I will start to prep and head down.
http://thetidewatertavern.com/
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Re-spool those reels and check your connecting knots! The Grinner Gathering is 2 days away!
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Re-spool those reels and check your connecting knots! The Grinner Gathering is 2 days away!
Scored a new secret weapon for my rigs, finished crimping them up, added some yellowtail to go with the bat ray for bait, and made a tail rope so you can safely sandhand my winning shark;D
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Re-spool those reels and check your connecting knots! The Grinner Gathering is 2 days away!
Scored a new secret weapon for my rigs, finished crimping them up, added some yellowtail to go with the bat ray for bait, and made a tail rope so you can safely sandhand my TaxMan;D
Lol! Make sure you bring a comfy chair to sit in as you'll be sitting in it all night ;)
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Re-spool those reels and check your connecting knots! The Grinner Gathering is 2 days away!
Scored a new secret weapon for my rigs, finished crimping them up, added some yellowtail to go with the bat ray for bait, and made a tail rope so you can safely sandhand my TaxMan;D
Lol! Make sure you bring a comfy chair to sit in as you'll be sitting in it all night ;)
I'll be bringing the same comfy chair I was sitting in when I caught my last one ;D
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And I'm over here like, "I just hope I catch my first Soupie!" ;D
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Re-spool those reels and check your connecting knots! The Grinner Gathering is 2 days away!
Scored a new secret weapon for my rigs, finished crimping them up, added some yellowtail to go with the bat ray for bait, and made a tail rope so you can safely sandhand my TaxMan;D
Lol! Make sure you bring a comfy chair to sit in as you'll be sitting in it all night ;)
I'll be bringing the same comfy chair I was sitting in when I caught my last one ;D
Starting to sound like early noise from Batfight...... :o :o :o :o
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And I'm over here like, "I just hope I catch my first Soupie!" ;D
C'mon Down!
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Re-spool those reels and check your connecting knots! The Grinner Gathering is 2 days away!
Scored a new secret weapon for my rigs, finished crimping them up, added some yellowtail to go with the bat ray for bait, and made a tail rope so you can safely sandhand my TaxMan;D
Lol! Make sure you bring a comfy chair to sit in as you'll be sitting in it all night ;)
I'll be bringing the same comfy chair I was sitting in when I caught my last one ;D
Starting to sound like early noise from Batfight...... :o :o :o :o
Batfight. Never. Ends.... ;D
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And I'm over here like, "I just hope I catch my first Soupie!" ;D
C'mon Down!
I'll be there! Setting up right between Tom and Steve ;D
Looking forward to meeting you all finally!
PS- Chip, let me know when you guys are getting together to yak out baits, I'll be ready to join you.
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Just going to leave this here....... ::) ::) ::) ::)
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I like your style ;D
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And I'm over here like, "I just hope I catch my first Soupie!" ;D
C'mon Down!
I'll be there! Setting up right between Tom and Steve ;D
Looking forward to meeting you all finally!
PS- Chip, let me know when you guys are getting together to yak out baits, I'll be ready to join you.
Outstanding! Can't wait to meet you in person!
Don't have a date set for long lining yet, but we're getting itchy to break out the shark sticks ;D
In the meantime, we'll do it the old fashioned way like reel men 8)
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Just loaded up with bait and picking up my fixed long rod from Skrilla tomorrow.
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Just finished getting things ready myself. Gonna chase bonito on the pier and then claim a spot on the sand. 1-2’ with an occasional 3’, sweet conditions! Almost tempted to hit the 7Spot...
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What's the head count for the GG tonight? ???
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Please God, no Kelp monsters or all you can eat salad bar :)
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What's the head count for the GG tonight? ???
Not sure at all. It might only be 12-15?
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Please God, no Kelp monsters or all you can eat salad bar :)
This looks to be the perfect storm. Small surf, no kelp, good tides... You have no excuses! Lol
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I'll be at the tidewater tavern about 1:30. I was up until 4am partying with some old friends last night. I'm a little beat up today.
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That's a lot of long Rods in the sand. DFG is gonna be shutting us down. ;D
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That's a lot of long Rods in the sand. DFG is gonna be shutting us down. ;D
We'll be fine, but I'm sure Chip will give them something to shut them guys down . Lol
It was like 20+ people one year!
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I'll be at the tidewater tavern about 1:30. I was up until 4am partying with some old friends last night. I'm a little beat up today.
JayRay and I are at the Tidewater. Big table in back🍺
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Up too late last night. It's tough getting these beers down right now. Lol
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How long will you guys be out there?
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How long will you guys be out there?
Good thing you didn’t come, all you can eat salad!
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It was great seeing everybody ;D
But the salad sucked >:(
Hated to be a wuss, but after getting salad balls that were getting bigger with every cast as the tide came in and an hour and a half drive home, we had to face the inevitable.
:-[
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We stayed till midnight and put some fish on the sand after everyone else went home :D
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Wow. Impressed. I never even made a cast. Wondered if anything besides salad came in.
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(https://imgur.com/a/7ucAG)
My first surf Bass.
I played sand hand for Bill's 53.5" Leo as well.
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Had a great time getting back on the sand with great people! Thanks guys for reminding me how much I still love the insanity! LOL
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Joe, I love your creative photo shop skills. ;D
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It was cool meeting some of the people on this forum,and seeing a couple old faces that I haven’t seen for years 👍🏿
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(https://imgur.com/a/7ucAG)
My first surf Bass.
I played sand hand for Bill's 53.5" Leo as well.
Let's see those pics! :D
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That salad was epic. Joe said it was bull kelp the evil offspring od a cargo strap and a centipede I kept getting.
Tried flipping to flylining chunks to hopefully reduce the buildup and get more water time. I didn't trust the soft Bonito to stay on the hook, first cast came back empty so tried some carp. True to form it stayed on like a champ but the centipede kelp kept coming in. >:(
Not a single bait showed any feeding evidence.
Jim
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Ha ha ha ha, great seeing you out on the sand again Joe and thanks for that HUGE shark rig!
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Excellent!!!!
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Ha ha ha ha, great seeing you out on the sand again Joe and thanks for that HUGE shark rig!
No problem! Should have taken some pics of that one, impressed even me! LMAO!