Mendocino Kayak Fishing: Limits of Lingcod and Rockfish - Video

Mendocino Kayak Fishing Approved Gear

For 70 to 80 days of annual ocean kayak fishing along the demanding Mendocino coast, gear selection requires engineering discipline: eliminating single points of failure, optimizing mechanical efficiency, and ensuring absolute material durability against saltwater degradation.

The following highly practical, non-sponsored gear configuration focuses on strict operational utility and safety for handling cold water, thick kelp beds, sudden fog, and heavy Pacific swells.

Mendocino Kayak Fishing Approved Gear

1. Kayak
a. 2022 Hobie Outback Papaya
b. 2018 Hobie Oasis Papaya
c. 2021 Stealth Fisha 500
d. Hobie Sidekick
e. Bixpy J-1 Jet Motor
f. Kayak Cart: Wheelzee Kayak Beach Cart

2. Fishing Rods
a. Okuma Hawaiian Custom Slow Pitch Jigging Rods - HCSJ-C 63MH Conventional
b. 6'8" Battalion II Slow Pitch Casting Conventional Rod, Light Power
c. Shimano TVS70ML Trevala Jigging Spinning Rod
d. Daiwa 0001-4196 Stin70Hfs Saltist Inshore Hvf

3. Fishing Reels
a. Okuma Custom Blue 2-Speed Lever Drag Reels - CBV 5NII Narrow
b. Avet SX Single Speed Reel
c. Piscifun Alijoz Baitcasting Reel
d. Saltist MQ 4000DXH Spinning Reel
e. Daiwa BG Spinning Reel 4000

4. Other Fishing Gear
a. Fishfinder: Lowrance Elite-5 Ti
b. Net: Ranger Economy Net – Rubber Coated
c. Gaff: Promar GFE-523 Elite Series
d. Fish Bag: Reliable Fishing Products Insulated Kayak Bag
e. Scissor: CUDA 8" Titanium Bonded Snips

5. Clothing
a. Dry Suit: Kokatat Supernova Angler GORE-TEX Pro Semi-Dry
b. Wetsuit: NRS Men’s 3.0 Farmer John
c. Boots: NRS Boundary Boots
d. PFD: NRS Chinook
e. Jacket: NRS Champion Eclipse LT Jacket
f. Hat: Outdoor Research Helios Sun Hat

6. Other
a. VHF Marin Radio: Standard Horizon HX300