Thought same at first but at time of safety stop she claiming EVF was 3.1 off shore. If she can prove, she 's "clear" to issue summons, as EVF said as much, needs to be within 3. What I didn't understand is why the "no" on permission to fish the wrecks inside 3 that EVF asked about (2.1, 2.5). That should have been a yes by the regs, but Coastie could have preferenced with its ok but really prefer you to just have the flares. When she said no to fishing inside 3 without the flares she wasn't being nice, she was being wrong. All for service, safety and compliance but get your sh!t straight darling.
I use the orion waterproof marine flares. You can get them at walmart, bass pro, cabelas, etc. Found some that were 12 years old in my old sea pro and they worked perfect still. Def a trustworthy brand. The coast guard can be pricks but for good reason, they are just looking out for you.
I've got a three-pack of the Orion flares that I keep in a dry box. They'll survive a dunking, and will work if you need to fire them while hanging on the side of the 'yak... or floating along in your PFD.
She was rude. Why couldn’t she answer your question without giving you attitude. Good job keep your cool. Sea bass & sea robin for the bottom sweeper jigs
@@chronicawareness9986 woman in the military with authority! Had WMs(woman Marines) like that in the Marine Corps. Just hearing her voice reminded me of it.
Retired USCG here, those officers are incorrect. As a manually propelled vessel you are not required to carry VDS during daytime - you are required to carry acceptable VDS between sunset and sunrise 33CFR175.115
saltwater angling true but federal law applies no matter what the state says. Even if the state requires VDS no matter where you are in state waters - the CG can only enforce the federal standard no state law
One time fishing with my dad, had a similar incident. He asked them to show him the regulation. Of course that is hard to do from another vessel so he said he would step on board. They were not happy about that, so my father ended the conversation by pulling out his ID and making it an order... Capt. USCG. One of the coolest things I’ve seen him do.
I feel like when they say I’m trying to be nice it’s just covering not knowing what they’re talking about. She couldn’t give you a distance, a firm okay on anything, hemmed and hawed, but still had to follow through with booting you.
I think that Coast Guard lady has seen the movie “Office Space” too many times...she’s really concerned that you don’t have ‘enough pieces of flare’ on your fishing uniform. 😁
@@surfrat8884 Hey guys come on. As with any population, you'll get individuals who might be a tad over the top or had a bad day. However, the coasties are there for law enforcement and you. If the day comes when you send a "mayday", you'll be happy that they respond. Let's just cooperate and move on.
Just to be clear, I’m not teasing the Coast Guard, they rock. I’m teasing that one person who got caught on camera being...well...saying what she said, and how she said it. I’d bet she’s awesome most of the time and it was “one of those moments” she would never want to be a part of a performance review. I’ve never needed the CG, but absolutely rely on the knowledge that they will brave the worst conditions that Mother Nature can dish out...especially when we foolishly blast through the Oregon Inlet with a Small Craft Advisory in effect, or run personal watercraft over to the Bahamas, or go to the back side of Catalina to hunt lobsters when SwellWatch shows a big purple blob headed our way from the Southern Hemisphere. We don’t always make the wisest choices, but they’ve always got our backs, so Thank You to all who serve.🤙
Oh, and YES I’m going to get a couple flares from West Marine, seal them in a foodsaver bag, and toss them in my yak sack gear bag. Tip, write the expiration date in BIG black sharpie so you don’t a) get hassled or b) shitouttaluck when/if you actually need the flares. Also, snip one side of the bag just a wee bit and maybe put blue tape there so you have a quick-tear spot in an emergency (those bags are tough). The tape keeps it from ripping open by accident and shows you right where to rip too, which is a big deal in low light conditions.
Kevn Peppel - since he is not required to carry VDS wether they are expired or not doesn't matter as a matter of compliance; however being good and serviceable is always the key
Kevin Maguire Kevin - he is not required to carry VDS, he is a manually propelled vessel it is exempt from the requirement where VDS is required during the day time. The two mile requirement is very often misinterpreted, especially by officers, the two mile applies to a vessel operating in coastal waters, coastal waters can included water that are consider inland. The 2 mile references the opening or shore to shore distance of an inlet or entrance to a body of water considered to be coastal. So basically when a vessel enters the ocean (unless exempt) VDS is required its inward from the ocean that confused people and officers too because you could be in a bay or harbor that requires VDS because shore to shore is greater than 2 miles, but if you pass an area where shore to shore is less then 2 miles VDS is no longer required no matter how large the body of water opens back up to (San Francisco bay is an great example). I was in CG for thirty years and an LE instructor for 13years teaching this exact subject matter. I don't wish to show but pass on information, those officers were incorrect in the application of VDS for that vessel as it was operating at that time. Thanks for your reply, it always great to have discussions, enjoy your weekend.
The flares i keep on my boat I got from west marine come in a water tight box. Love the bottom sweepers catch sheepshead and flounder at mayport jetty.
It’s just like DOT with us truck drivers. All you do is say yes sir, no sir or ma’am in your situation or else they can cause you to have a bad day. I bought some bottom sweepers and would like to catch my first sheep on it and I’m going to give it a shot with catfish. Enjoy the videos dude. Stay safe out there
She's trying to be nice, but she's definitely not capable of that. Need to try out this bottom sweeper on the April tautog season up here in NY my dude.
I've been harassed by the CG before they rode by 30 boats to check me, long story short I had everything but they wanted to board me when they did one of them dropped there gun overboard and thus ended my fishing trip. They had a 8+ man crew sitting on top of my #s for hours I guess waiting for a diver. 30+ foot deep with a 2-3 kt current. Weapon never recovered from what I was told. Protecting Americas coastline from fisherman.
Awesome video like always. I just got my sons into fishing and we haven't had much luck because we don't have a boat and all we can do is surf, wade and jetty fish, but apparently not good at it or not using the right stuff. I would love to get my boys hooked onto a big red or nice size speckle, like I used to do with my dad before he passed. I have been watching tons of youtube videos to try and educate myself so that I can put us on the meat. So far the only meat I bring back home is the left over shrimp and mullet...lol. Keep the vids coming and FISH ON!
Too bad that “hot bite” was interrupted by some incompetent authorities that didn’t have a clue what they were talking about.......I’d like to target some large black drum like you were catching last summer. Those things were massive!
The Coast Guard is nice to have around when you really need them, but...at other times they can be a nuisance. I like fishing sweeper jigs for reds, sheepshead, black drum, and flounder. Still a great day on the water! Thanks Elias.
I'm 62. My Grandfather was a life long commercial fisherman My Dad was in the USCG when they were relevant & nice guys. My Grand dad was an offshore Captain who took folks party fishing in the 40's into the 60's for tuna, swordfish, Sailfish, Mako sharks, Marlins etc. So basically a fishing family outta Connecticut. I feel entitled to say the following . If you take time off from work to go fishing be it on your own vessel or a charted vessel once the USCG Googans or the DEEP get involved in your day the day is usually spoiled by them. I know they do "some" good usually in dire circumstances , but I resent having any of them spoiling a good or bad day of fishing by their unwanted & harrassing presence . I've been harassed by them. With my 2 younger children on my boat whilst wearing brand new life vests and plenty of floatation . The "Boss" of the googans stepped into my boat and did a quick passive aggressive look at my reaction. If I'd shown any resistance he would have arrested me in front of my kids. You know what kind of man would do that don't you . I knew his games and just smiled with an extended hand. Instead of insuring safety they are out to mostly antagonize sportsman, their friends & family. And Yet they wonder why lots, not all, of the boating public has ill feelings to those empowered bully's on the water. They try to create issues instead of helping.
I love that she said you need flairs after 3 miles your at 3 1.... let it goooo holy hell. And then asked if you could fish the 2.5 and she said no like its within 3 so ima do it regardless. Id have been like mine does t say 3.1 come and check im within 3 lmao. I hate it when people try to enforce the laws that they dont know
Your very respectful, she wasn't but it keeps you safe so you can make more great videos 👍🏻 target some reds, just caught a 27inch today. The fight never gets old.
No they work for the us government not you don’t get it confused, arguments will get you in trouble. I’d rather not get in an argument with men with guns 3 miles from shore where a simple lie will get them off scot free.
As men, in the image of the creator , we never needed a “fishing license “!! Our education from birth has made us stupid, out of touch, and having no clue
Love the few minutes of fishing in this video already. Always learning from you man. I would use this bait ti target sheepshead, seabass, drums, tautog & red fish as well.
The coast guard member, the woman, was not being "nice" as she claimed, seeing as she refused to tolerate any questions at all, and only was okay with an automatic acceptance of obedience to her dictation. Acts like she's a major power holder or something. Feels like she'd be the kind of CG member to criticize someone they're trying to save for "not being fast enough to the rescue device/divers". Nevertheless, that was a fantastic haul and day of fishing, even if cut short by a authoritarian type person. The species I would target would be Lingcod, seeing as I live in the Pacific Northwest.
Matt...Unfortunately in this country you can't issue a cease-and-desist that tells the government that under no circumstances are they to render you any assistance under any circumstances even if your life is in danger. You can't give that document to the hospitals, the emergency squads, police departments, the CG, etc. It would be nice if life saving organizations got to pick and choose what people they render aid to and how many taxpayer dollars they are going to waste on idiots. Unfortunately we don't live in that society. As a 24 year Coastie I had to order more than one boat crew into harm's way to save idiots and believe me I wished at times I could just ignore a Mayday!
Target flounder and sheepshead! Good job on keeping cool with the coast guard. Fishing looked to be awesome, you had my luck. Great day fishing and something or someone comes along and Bam done for the day!
I am retired CG Aux 25 years. The closet I ever came to being capsized was by a CG patrol boat. They were checking safety devices,saw my boat and a blonde in it, made a speed turn ,circled,and spun again. As they came alongside,they saw my boat was a USCP Platform descaled boat. Very apolitically said “ we don’t need to check you Sir. “ hell no,y’all liked to flipped us,so come aboard and do your inspections ,and give me a copy with your names and especially the Coxswain name”. I let it slide,but you can bet their show off days were over.
Coast guard has more important things to do than mess with you. I do alot of drift fishing off of the coast from jupiter down to ocean reef. But sometimes we anchor off or i go to the jetty. So, I target reds, sheephead, drum, bass, snapper, really anything i can take home and grill, fry, or saute.
Elias, I have two Solo Skiffs, and I'm pretty sure our paths will cross this summer as we fish some of the same areas. You are welcome to try out the skiff if we meet. Just paddle over, or shoot a flare lol.
The USCG crew in this is absolutely wrong as others have said. Nighttime in coastal waters would require flares for the kayak. It’s dangerous when the people entrusted to enforce the regulations just try to make it up as they go along.
As others have already said, make that call to HQ and talk with the CO. Don't let them ruin other fishermen's day on the water. As for the Bottom Sweepers Jigs, I would target Sheepshead, Drum and Tog. But if it bends my rod i am not going to cry if it is something else.
Three things: 1) I would target sheepshead at the jetty and Fig8 bridge, because I still haven't caught one and it's on the to-do list this Summer, 2) Those black drum needed a safety stop, 3) Flares not a terrible idea. My handheld VHF suuuucks. Stay safe out there
Dogfish. I live and fish in Massachusetts so I have nearly no other option but Dogfish and Robins. I caught one Cod around 7 months ago, but because they are so incredibly rare in our waters now, I put it back to ensure it could breed and increase the #'s (even though I really, really wanted to taste it to see if they're worth all the fuss!).
Great vid and nice start to March! With those bottom sweeper I would target tautog and sheepshead at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. Good luck this year!
Targeting Sheepshead and Black Drum. My daughter got me a kayak safety kit that included flares from a Gander Mountain Store as a Christmas gift...the flares were purchased new, already past their "shelf-life" (normally 3-1/2 years) and you couldn't tell until opening the package. Can you recommend a good VHF radio? Seems like there's some cheaper Chinese ones with decent specs and features, but lack quality in build (according to reviews).
I've never heard of flares being required for a kayak in any waters..But..I did flip my Outback last week netting a fish, so who knows, flares may come in handy one day.
I primarily fish in the Chesapeake Bay Area so the target species are many, Drum, Sheepshead, Taug, and anything else that thinks it looks like something to eat. Be safe on the water and looking forward to more videos.
I have the same outback bro - actually two of them. If i'm in the sound or bay further than half mile i put on outriggers on mine and for extra comfort either a 30 minkota with 100ah lithium battery or a small gas outboard. 2 plus miles is sketchy....
Black drum and sheepshead is what I would be targeting. But nice vid glad to see you back out in the salt. Although I do enjoy your fresh water ventures as well
I would use the bottom-sweepers in freshwater rivers Jigging/back-bouncing downriver for BlueCats, Flatheads, Walleye, and Stripes (hoping I do not get snagged lol) OR in Saltwater for Tautog off the jetties maybe....
I’d love to target sheepshead and red/black drum with the bottom sweeper. Finally got my first Pompano at the pier this weekend, obviously not with a bottom sweeper though!
Was having a nice day out catch seemed to be on point. Definitely have to get some flares and head back out there. Have a good day and stay safe Jimmy from Massachusetts
I would go after sheephead with the bottom sweepers. Now we just need for Elias to teach us how to catch mud crabs. Good to learn about the flares also.
If any kayaker has flares they “prefer” please comment. It’s a wet sport and something packaged water tight from factory preferred.
Hey Elias, you gunna try out one of them old town power kayaks? That spot lock seems pretty nice
She was being nice to you and was on your side! Coastie the Commie almost tax cited you there. Now be a good subject and get your flares.
Thought same at first but at time of safety stop she claiming EVF was 3.1 off shore. If she can prove, she 's "clear" to issue summons, as EVF said as much, needs to be within 3. What I didn't understand is why the "no" on permission to fish the wrecks inside 3 that EVF asked about (2.1, 2.5). That should have been a yes by the regs, but Coastie could have preferenced with its ok but really prefer you to just have the flares. When she said no to fishing inside 3 without the flares she wasn't being nice, she was being wrong. All for service, safety and compliance but get your sh!t straight darling.
I use the orion waterproof marine flares. You can get them at walmart, bass pro, cabelas, etc. Found some that were 12 years old in my old sea pro and they worked perfect still. Def a trustworthy brand. The coast guard can be pricks but for good reason, they are just looking out for you.
I've got a three-pack of the Orion flares that I keep in a dry box. They'll survive a dunking, and will work if you need to fire them while hanging on the side of the 'yak... or floating along in your PFD.
She was rude. Why couldn’t she answer your question without giving you attitude. Good job keep your cool.
Sea bass & sea robin for the bottom sweeper jigs
woman with authority..
@@chronicawareness9986 None of her male crew members spoke up . Guess she's " The boss " .
@@bill3641 lol yea
Because she was a she. What planet are you from, standard practice in USA.
@@chronicawareness9986 woman in the military with authority! Had WMs(woman Marines) like that in the Marine Corps. Just hearing her voice reminded me of it.
Retired USCG here, those officers are incorrect. As a manually propelled vessel you are not required to carry VDS during daytime - you are required to carry acceptable VDS between sunset and sunrise 33CFR175.115
As a fellow yak fisherman, I tried looking up that code and I can’t find it. Please post a reference link.
makofshrmn 33cfr175.115
But read the entire cite because some sections reference other sections
Different rules in different states
saltwater angling true but federal law applies no matter what the state says. Even if the state requires VDS no matter where you are in state waters - the CG can only enforce the federal standard no state law
Yea,your an expert. Stfu jackass.
One time fishing with my dad, had a similar incident. He asked them to show him the regulation. Of course that is hard to do from another vessel so he said he would step on board. They were not happy about that, so my father ended the conversation by pulling out his ID and making it an order... Capt. USCG. One of the coolest things I’ve seen him do.
I feel like when they say I’m trying to be nice it’s just covering not knowing what they’re talking about. She couldn’t give you a distance, a firm okay on anything, hemmed and hawed, but still had to follow through with booting you.
I think that Coast Guard lady has seen the movie “Office Space” too many times...she’s really concerned that you don’t have ‘enough pieces of flare’ on your fishing uniform. 😁
Yeah he made her day
@@surfrat8884 Hey guys come on. As with any population, you'll get individuals who might be a tad over the top or had a bad day. However, the coasties are there for law enforcement and you. If the day comes when you send a "mayday", you'll be happy that they respond. Let's just cooperate and move on.
Gary M just like cops definitely have a duty to protect the public. (They don’t, multiple court cases prove this)
Just to be clear, I’m not teasing the Coast Guard, they rock. I’m teasing that one person who got caught on camera being...well...saying what she said, and how she said it. I’d bet she’s awesome most of the time and it was “one of those moments” she would never want to be a part of a performance review.
I’ve never needed the CG, but absolutely rely on the knowledge that they will brave the worst conditions that Mother Nature can dish out...especially when we foolishly blast through the Oregon Inlet with a Small Craft Advisory in effect, or run personal watercraft over to the Bahamas, or go to the back side of Catalina to hunt lobsters when SwellWatch shows a big purple blob headed our way from the Southern Hemisphere. We don’t always make the wisest choices, but they’ve always got our backs, so Thank You to all who serve.🤙
Oh, and YES I’m going to get a couple flares from West Marine, seal them in a foodsaver bag, and toss them in my yak sack gear bag. Tip, write the expiration date in BIG black sharpie so you don’t a) get hassled or b) shitouttaluck when/if you actually need the flares. Also, snip one side of the bag just a wee bit and maybe put blue tape there so you have a quick-tear spot in an emergency (those bags are tough). The tape keeps it from ripping open by accident and shows you right where to rip too, which is a big deal in low light conditions.
I searched everywhere in the Federal Requirements for a kayak, canoe, manually powered vessel less
Kevn Peppel - since he is not required to carry VDS wether they are expired or not doesn't matter as a matter of compliance; however being good and serviceable is always the key
He is required to carry serviceable VDS. What I'm aware of is within two miles in inland waters you don't need them and anytime you go offshore.
Kevin Maguire
Kevin - he is not required to carry VDS, he is a manually propelled vessel it is exempt from the requirement where VDS is required during the day time. The two mile requirement is very often misinterpreted, especially by officers, the two mile applies to a vessel operating in coastal waters, coastal waters can included water that are consider inland. The 2 mile references the opening or shore to shore distance of an inlet or entrance to a body of water considered to be coastal. So basically when a vessel enters the ocean (unless exempt) VDS is required its inward from the ocean that confused people and officers too because you could be in a bay or harbor that requires VDS because shore to shore is greater than 2 miles, but if you pass an area where shore to shore is less then 2 miles VDS is no longer required no matter how large the body of water opens back up to (San Francisco bay is an great example).
I was in CG for thirty years and an LE instructor for 13years teaching this exact subject matter. I don't wish to show but pass on information, those officers were incorrect in the application of VDS for that vessel as it was operating at that time.
Thanks for your reply, it always great to have discussions, enjoy your weekend.
Ill look it up in the bojak
Kevin Maguire
The old boarding officer job aid kit - section "d" for details lol
Be safe out there buddy
“I’m trying to be nice”
Translation: I’m not sure of the law but I want to assert my authority
I was in the Coast Guard. I'm a veteran now and I had to deal with people like her.
The flares i keep on my boat I got from west marine come in a water tight box. Love the bottom sweepers catch sheepshead and flounder at mayport jetty.
“Im trying to be nice”🙄 means you don’t get to ask questions and the rules don’t matter, you’re going in.
Kudos on keeping cool head with coasty, little ridiculous you couldn’t stay and fish
It’s just like DOT with us truck drivers. All you do is say yes sir, no sir or ma’am in your situation or else they can cause you to have a bad day. I bought some bottom sweepers and would like to catch my first sheep on it and I’m going to give it a shot with catfish. Enjoy the videos dude. Stay safe out there
She's trying to be nice, but she's definitely not capable of that.
Need to try out this bottom sweeper on the April tautog season up here in NY my dude.
you did a good job on handling the coast guard lady. she was not having anything but you going in. thx again for the show
I've been harassed by the CG before they rode by 30 boats to check me, long story short I had everything but they wanted to board me when they did one of them dropped there gun overboard and thus ended my fishing trip. They had a 8+ man crew sitting on top of my #s for hours I guess waiting for a diver. 30+ foot deep with a 2-3 kt current. Weapon never recovered from what I was told. Protecting Americas coastline from fisherman.
Incredible value, stable hull design and comfortable cockpit with plenty of storage!
“Trying to be nice” my ass. You kept your cool way better than I would have LOL.
Would target sheepers and redfish with those bottom sweepers!
I liked the way you handled yourself with the Coasties, They are generally decent folk who have a job to do. Plus they have a memory also!
Oh and with the bottom sweepers I would target Tautog. Hard to beat how good they are.
Awesome video like always. I just got my sons into fishing and we haven't had much luck because we don't have a boat and all we can do is surf, wade and jetty fish, but apparently not good at it or not using the right stuff. I would love to get my boys hooked onto a big red or nice size speckle, like I used to do with my dad before he passed. I have been watching tons of youtube videos to try and educate myself so that I can put us on the meat. So far the only meat I bring back home is the left over shrimp and mullet...lol. Keep the vids coming and FISH ON!
Newbies, fresh out of the academy. Glad you didn't let them rattle you. Nice sheepshead.
Good to know about the flares. Appreciate you sharing your experience.
I’d target flounder and taug. Would love to try those bottom sweeper jigs.
Always nice when folks share the knowledge. I don't fish saltwater but thanks for sharing.
Wondering what I’d need to have ‘onboard ‘ if I was Free Swimming in that Area?
Picked up a fishing boat this winter and with the knowledge you provide I should have a good fishing season.
I guess i will start keeping flares now after seeing that. Sheephead with the bottom sweeper jigs!!!
Thumbs up man, way to carry yourself… fishing for the sheep and taug with the sweeper
*elias asks any question
"Nooo"
I will be targeting Tautog and Sheepshead with the bottom sweeper jig. Glad to see you are back on the ocean, warm weather is around the corner!
Too bad that “hot bite” was interrupted by some incompetent authorities that didn’t have a clue what they were talking about.......I’d like to target some large black drum like you were catching last summer. Those things were massive!
The Coast Guard is nice to have around when you really need them, but...at other times they can be a nuisance. I like fishing sweeper jigs for reds, sheepshead, black drum, and flounder. Still a great day on the water! Thanks Elias.
“I’m trying to be nice” Usually nothing nice after that phrase
Red drum for sure # 1 on the list right now!
Your a brave dude to be fishing out in the blue miles in a kayak.
There are monsters out there hungry for floating meals.
There are monsters everywhere…
Targeting sheeps and drum. I like how you breakdown gear used.
Tog.....and was it me or did she say you had to have flares outside of 3 miles then told you the 2 - 2.5 mile wrecks weren't OK???
Oh the puddle pirates are giving you beef lol
"I'm trying to be nice"...🙄...I'll be targeting Blackfish in your old stomping ground..👍
I'm 62. My Grandfather was a life long commercial fisherman My Dad was in the USCG when they were relevant & nice guys. My Grand dad was an offshore Captain who took folks party fishing in the 40's into the 60's for tuna, swordfish, Sailfish, Mako sharks, Marlins etc. So basically a fishing family outta Connecticut. I feel entitled to say the following . If you take time off from work to go fishing be it on your own vessel or a charted vessel once the USCG Googans or the DEEP get involved in your day the day is usually spoiled by them. I know they do "some" good usually in dire circumstances , but I resent having any of them spoiling a good or bad day of fishing by their unwanted & harrassing presence . I've been harassed by them. With my 2 younger children on my boat whilst wearing brand new life vests and plenty of floatation . The "Boss" of the googans stepped into my boat and did a quick passive aggressive look at my reaction. If I'd shown any resistance he would have arrested me in front of my kids. You know what kind of man would do that don't you . I knew his games and just smiled with an extended hand. Instead of insuring safety they are out to mostly antagonize sportsman, their friends & family. And Yet they wonder why lots, not all, of the boating public has ill feelings to those empowered bully's on the water. They try to create issues instead of helping.
My response: Can my friend Deez Nuts bring me out some flares? LoL
Your response...much better. 🎣👍😁😂🎣🎣🎣
This was great video! Please return to that location and film more! Thanks for entertaining us
"i'm trying to be nice"
Me: "Is that difficult for you? " LOL
I'd target Redfish, and Drum in my neck of the woods.
Blackfish absolutely ! Wish we had some sheepshead here they look fun!
I love that she said you need flairs after 3 miles your at 3 1.... let it goooo holy hell. And then asked if you could fish the 2.5 and she said no like its within 3 so ima do it regardless. Id have been like mine does t say 3.1 come and check im within 3 lmao. I hate it when people try to enforce the laws that they dont know
Your very respectful, she wasn't but it keeps you safe so you can make more great videos 👍🏻 target some reds, just caught a 27inch today. The fight never gets old.
if the LAW says 3 miles then anything within should be fine. remember THEY WORK FOR YOU
No they work for the us government not you don’t get it confused, arguments will get you in trouble. I’d rather not get in an argument with men with guns 3 miles from shore where a simple lie will get them off scot free.
LOL look its a sovcit
I would use the bottom sweeper jig for reds at the jetty, sheepshead around docks, and more!
* asks if he can fish closer to shore * “no you have to get closer to shore.” 🤦🏻♂️
Outrage Quitter yea she was a str8 up bitch, saying I’m trying to be nice. It’s like ok y wouldn’t I be nice, smh
Lol
With bottom sweeper jigs I would target mostly blackfish in NJ for fishing on the rocks and I would even try for some sheepshead when they come around
As men, in the image of the creator , we never needed a “fishing license “!!
Our education from birth has made us stupid, out of touch, and having no clue
Love the few minutes of fishing in this video already. Always learning from you man.
I would use this bait ti target sheepshead, seabass, drums, tautog & red fish as well.
Sucks you got sent in
I would love to catch a red drum
Never caught one
Good stuff Elias. Sorry about the Coast Guard. Fish on! Till the end!
The coast guard member, the woman, was not being "nice" as she claimed, seeing as she refused to tolerate any questions at all, and only was okay with an automatic acceptance of obedience to her dictation. Acts like she's a major power holder or something. Feels like she'd be the kind of CG member to criticize someone they're trying to save for "not being fast enough to the rescue device/divers". Nevertheless, that was a fantastic haul and day of fishing, even if cut short by a authoritarian type person.
The species I would target would be Lingcod, seeing as I live in the Pacific Northwest.
I would use the bottom sweeper jigs to target sheep and trout around sea wolf park in Galveston. So easy to get hung up there on all the rocks!
A free man wouldnt have to pay any attention to the Sea Gestapo! Governmeent is not fit for purpose any more!
Matt...Unfortunately in this country you can't issue a cease-and-desist that tells the government that under no circumstances are they to render you any assistance under any circumstances even if your life is in danger. You can't give that document to the hospitals, the emergency squads, police departments, the CG, etc. It would be nice if life saving organizations got to pick and choose what people they render aid to and how many taxpayer dollars they are going to waste on idiots. Unfortunately we don't live in that society. As a 24 year Coastie I had to order more than one boat crew into harm's way to save idiots and believe me I wished at times I could just ignore a Mayday!
@@obxkoastie8170 what mayday? There's no mayday here you stupid bootlicker.
@@rockspoon6528 So edgy.
I would use the sweeper jig for sheepshead and black drum for sure.
She, like typical police state tyrants, compensates for inadequacies with authoritarian aggression.
Jettie Rocks fishing loves those bottom sweepers.
Target flounder and sheepshead!
Good job on keeping cool with the coast guard. Fishing looked to be awesome, you had my luck. Great day fishing and something or someone comes along and Bam done for the day!
I am retired CG Aux 25 years. The closet I ever came to being capsized was by a CG patrol boat. They were checking safety devices,saw my boat and a blonde in it, made a speed turn ,circled,and spun again. As they came alongside,they saw my boat was a USCP Platform descaled boat. Very apolitically said “ we don’t need to check you Sir. “ hell no,y’all liked to flipped us,so come aboard and do your inspections ,and give me a copy with your names and especially the Coxswain name”. I let it slide,but you can bet their show off days were over.
Coast guard has more important things to do than mess with you. I do alot of drift fishing off of the coast from jupiter down to ocean reef. But sometimes we anchor off or i go to the jetty. So, I target reds, sheephead, drum, bass, snapper, really anything i can take home and grill, fry, or saute.
Elias, I have two Solo Skiffs, and I'm pretty sure our paths will cross this summer as we fish some of the same areas. You are welcome to try out the skiff if we meet. Just paddle over, or shoot a flare lol.
The USCG crew in this is absolutely wrong as others have said. Nighttime in coastal waters would require flares for the kayak. It’s dangerous when the people entrusted to enforce the regulations just try to make it up as they go along.
As others have already said, make that call to HQ and talk with the CO. Don't let them ruin other fishermen's day on the water.
As for the Bottom Sweepers Jigs, I would target Sheepshead, Drum and Tog. But if it bends my rod i am not going to cry if it is something else.
I would target sheepshead, spade, and trigger. Those bottom sweepers with crab are awesome, thanks for the tip.
OMG! Really! Glad I moved to South East Asia where I don't have to deal with that crap. Don't even need a fishing license here. Love it.
Who needs flares when you can fish with dynamite!
I would love to use them to target big black drum at the Chesapeake bay bridge!! Thanks for your vids. More educational than anything
I'm a kayak fisherman in Wilmington too. I fish inshore, but I'd target sheepshead. Maybe I'll see you out there sometime!
Three things: 1) I would target sheepshead at the jetty and Fig8 bridge, because I still haven't caught one and it's on the to-do list this Summer, 2) Those black drum needed a safety stop, 3) Flares not a terrible idea. My handheld VHF suuuucks. Stay safe out there
Always someone to ruin a good day of fishing! Great video keep em coming. Sheepies is what I'd target with the bottom sweeper!
Dogfish. I live and fish in Massachusetts so I have nearly no other option but Dogfish and Robins. I caught one Cod around 7 months ago, but because they are so incredibly rare in our waters now, I put it back to ensure it could breed and increase the #'s (even though I really, really wanted to taste it to see if they're worth all the fuss!).
Great vid and nice start to March! With those bottom sweeper I would target tautog and sheepshead at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. Good luck this year!
I love bottom sweeper jigs they're my favorite for sheepshead fishing
Targeting Sheepshead and Black Drum. My daughter got me a kayak safety kit that included flares from a Gander Mountain Store as a Christmas gift...the flares were purchased new, already past their "shelf-life" (normally 3-1/2 years) and you couldn't tell until opening the package. Can you recommend a good VHF radio? Seems like there's some cheaper Chinese ones with decent specs and features, but lack quality in build (according to reviews).
I've never heard of flares being required for a kayak in any waters..But..I did flip my Outback last week netting a fish, so who knows, flares may come in handy one day.
Really appreciate you not matching the energy of the rude coast guard officer , rad !
I primarily fish in the Chesapeake Bay Area so the target species are many, Drum, Sheepshead, Taug, and anything else that thinks it looks like something to eat. Be safe on the water and looking forward to more videos.
Bandit fish.Coastguard was having a Tampax moment.😮😛
Hey Eli. Good to see you man. Thanks for the recent baits. You did the right thing even though they were wrong.
I have the same outback bro - actually two of them. If i'm in the sound or bay further than half mile i put on outriggers on mine and for extra comfort either a 30 minkota with 100ah lithium battery or a small gas outboard. 2 plus miles is sketchy....
You slayed them while it lasted. Good job. Looks kinda fun.
Big black drum all the way! Love the vids!
Mass/RI tautog is what I would target. Oh wait that’s right around the corner can’t wait! 😁
Black drum and sheepshead is what I would be targeting. But nice vid glad to see you back out in the salt. Although I do enjoy your fresh water ventures as well
Damn you’re the crab Hannibal 🤣🤣
Definitely blackfish. Cant be too safe and if the CG wants the flares it's also a yes yes and yes. You handled that the best way you could.
Love the bottom sweepers for blackfish here in raritan and sheep head down south.
Elias, great video. Paddle drive,paddle ,dry suite, life jacket, how much more do you need? God bless
I would use the bottom-sweepers in freshwater rivers Jigging/back-bouncing downriver for BlueCats, Flatheads, Walleye, and Stripes (hoping I do not get snagged lol) OR in Saltwater for Tautog off the jetties maybe....
Tog! Thanks Elias. You are the man
I would target sheepshead, drum, and tautog. I been watching you for a while now. i can appreciate your approach and love for fishing.
I picked up some Orion pocket rocket aerial signal flares, they came in a plastic water tight tube. I would target some Sheepshead!
I’d love to target sheepshead and red/black drum with the bottom sweeper. Finally got my first Pompano at the pier this weekend, obviously not with a bottom sweeper though!
That was a bummer when the fish were biting . But they do have a job to do also . Nice fish
I would target those convicts and black drum with those bottom sweepers. Great product!
My first nj sheepshead!
Bottom sweepers are the sheepshead ticket!
Was having a nice day out catch seemed to be on point. Definitely have to get some flares and head back out there. Have a good day and stay safe Jimmy from Massachusetts
I would go after sheephead with the bottom sweepers. Now we just need for Elias to teach us how to catch mud crabs. Good to learn about the flares also.
Hey! How far from the shore is it allowed to go by kayak?