- Leap Motion, new way of interfacing with you PC
- The only known adult Orca in the world
- IGFA event April 14th and 15th.. Jose Wejebe event
- Fishing TV show Spanish Fly host Jose Wejebe Killed in a plane cash in Everglades City, Florida April 6th 2012
- Only in Florida
- CCA Florida – Tampa Chapter Announces Twenty-Seventh Banquet, April 22, 2012
- Fly like a bird
- Biscayne Bay Estuary deep dredge threat
- A fish named “Ball Cutters”, yes it is exactly what you think!
- Rod Naming contest, Win 1 piece 12 wt Fly rods or Spinning rods, Deadline March 26th 2012
Drisuit Endurance Iphone 4/4s waterproo case, swimming pool test with Lauren Alvarez
I have been testing out the Drisuit endrance waterproof Iphone 4/4/s case the last month. As part of the test I had Lauren Jump into the swimming and swim around with it this past weekend down in Boca Grande.
By the end of it all I will have a nice little chart comparing the drisuit to the competition.
Tuna Frenzy video
Tuna Frenzy, wow! Wish I was there diving this action with the underwater housing.
UFO in 5,000 feet of water near and oil rig, Well more like UUO, placental jellyfish
Crazy looking living trash bag. Never seen anything like this. Shot in about 5000 to 8000 feet water near an oil rig in April.
My friend Alex works on the rig and sent me this video. He said it’s called the placental jellyfish.
Tactical Fishing Clip by Tacticalanglers.com
Cool product I just tried out called the Tactical Clip by the Tactical Angler.
Some guy name Alberto hit me up on Facebook a couple moths ago and told me the next time I’m heading down south he wanted to meet me for lunch. So a month ago I did and hooked me up with these fishing clips.
At first I told him I don’t use clips, I tie knots and which were fast, easy and didn’t weigh my lures down. He insisted I would like these as they were strong and very little hassle. I took them and went on my merry way.
It sat the in the truck for weeks before I decided to try them. Since I have been using lots of plugs lately, a couple weeks ago I gave it a shot.
I was quite surprise how easy they were were to take on and off. With the plugs I was using it did not affect the action little if at all. So now I find myself changing from top water to sub surface depending on the depths of water I am fishing quite often. Since it only takes a couple seconds, I was no longer looking for cutters, cutting my flouro carbon down and retying.
The clips I was using are rated at 50lbs which is more than enough for inshore fishing. They also have them up to 175lbs.
The come in a package of 10 I believe for about $5.99. There is not bearings or moving pars to go wrong so they are pretty darn durable. Unless you get cut off a bunch it will last quite a long time. I’m still using the first one I tied on.
Accent Paddle Transformer paddle system
As you may know I’ve been pretty active doing more kayak fishing as well as SUP(Stand up paddle board) fishing lately. Accent paddle is one of the company that I use one of their SUP paddle. They have made kayak paddles for quite a long time and It’s a pretty recognized brand in that industry.
This year realizing there is a need for a more versatile paddle system they have developed what is called their transformer model.
The Transformer Paddle converts in seconds to:
- Adjustable length Kayak Paddle
- Adjustable length SUP paddle
- Adjustable length Stake pole
- Adjustable length Push pole
- and it has a built in 40″ measuring device.
I did a quick video of the product today showing how easy and versatile it was to change from one to another.
From the website:
It’s a kayak paddle, no, it’s an adjustable SUP paddle, no, it’s a push and stake out pole. Which is it? It’s all of them. I forgot, it also has a ruler system on the shaft for measuring your catch. Check out Accent’s latest versatile paddle for the fisherman who wants everything in one product.
The Transformer is offered in 2 sizes:
720 = 72″ to 80″ Adjustable SUP and 225cm Kayak Paddle.
780 = 78″ to 86″ Adjustable SUP and 240cm Kayak Paddle.
Drisuit Endurance Waterproof Iphone 4/4s case Unboxing and water test
I”m always looking for new gadgets and another waterproof Iphone 4/4s case is no exception. The Drisuit Endurance, currently retailing for $59.95 is $20 cheaper than the lifeproof case and promise work working when you hands or phone is wet.
Besides being 100% wateproof the screen is covered with a gel/liquid material to allow it to used when it is wet. While the lifeproof when your hands or the phone gets wet the screen just does not work. As you can see the in the video the gel allows you to use the screen even when wet.
The case comes with a lanyard for added security. A more thorough review with be coming up after I have used it for a few weeks. Right now my phone is still working after dunking it several times in the video so, so far so good. 
A Face mask is a Face Mask is a Face mask, Not!
If you are not into putting on sun block every 15 minutes while you are fishing then one of the must have apparel item are the face mask.
I first saw and wore these mask in 2006. I saw a few of people in South Florida wearing them. So I research it online and ordered a couple.
When I first started to post photos of them on fishing forums people were laughing. Here it is 2012 and pretty much everyone owns not only one but multiple.
Back there there was only and handful but now a day you have tons of choices to pick from. I shot a video explaining the main difference in each sun mask I had available. These mask are now used to block sun, wind, rain, and cold.
Here is also a quick break down of the pros and cons of each face mask.
Buff Head wear, as far as I know the originator of the product. They have the most variety(it’s mind boggling) of any company out there. They also makes Polar Buff for protection in the cold as well as license products like the Bug Slinger series of buffs. Buff is like the Coke for carbonated drinks.. every time someone refers to a mask it instantly called a “Buff” now. Price starts at about $20.00
Different ways people wear their “Head wear”
Simms sun armor mask. Tapered ends for better fit, micro fiber for 4 way stretch and quick drying. Vented mouth area for anti fogging. $29.95
Breathe Like a Fish Tapered ends for better fit, micro fiber for 4 way stretch and quick drying. Vented mouth are for anti fogging. $17.95
http://www.aquadesign.com, multiple camo design, micro fiber for better stretch and breathe ability. Have matching hats, shirts to go along with mask. Best part, these are the only mask that comes in 3 different sizes(small, medium and large) to fit you perfectly.List $29.95 On sale for $19.95
Snap Shot ruler, a more controlled way of measuring your catch
Here is a quick review of a new gadget called the Snap Shot ruler I got in. This little item solves the sometimes issue of measuring fish on a regular measuring board. At times you don’t have much control over the fish. The ruler is going all over the place, the fish trashing and at times can be a bit dangerous with toothy critters.
Combined with a boga(or similar product), The Snap Shot Ruler holds the nose of the fish at zero and allows you to see the measurement of the fish very clearly. The clip attaches to boga and measures the fish automatically when you raise the fish vertically. For smaller fish this is a great way to get a quick measurement.
The ruler measures out to a hefty 40 inches. However, if the fish is that big and you intend on letting it go it is better to lay it flat on the boat instead of holding it vertically. This puts less stress on the fish and it’s jaw bone.
The product is waterproof and very compact. The only thing I would like to see it has smaller increments so it can be uses in a tournament situation.
The product sells for $12.99 on their website: http://www.snapshotruler.com
Or
You can find it on Amazon for $10.99: Snap Shot Ruler
Jose Wejebe tribute video, Jose Wejebe
I attended the memorial services at IGFA this past weekend. There were over two room packed full of people who did the same. Many famous and not so famous people in the industry was there. From family, friends, sponsors, people who have met him and people who he has not met but loved him anyways.
There were many tear jerking moments as well as times everyone laughed all the stories. Jose was a man of many talents. He lived life to the fullest and hand infectious personality. The fishing world would miss him dearly.
From the website:
“The fishing community has lost a great angler, icon, and friend. We are deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Jose Wejebe, host of the immensely popular saltwater fishing and fly fishing television show Spanish Fly on the Outdoor Channel. Through his show and his adventures he shared a passion for fishing that touched and inspired anglers around the world.”
3T Barefoot water shoe – Body Glove review
I have been using this 3T barefoot by Body Glove for a couple months now. I’ve used them to paddle board, Kayaking and wading the flats. They even traveled with me to Bahamas last month for 6 days for wade fishing.
The shoes are similar concept to the rest of the finger shoes out there. Low profile, light weight and fits like sock/glove. These ones by body gloves have 3 Toe area. I guess that is why they called the 3T.
It has drain holes in the sole w/ mess guard, Velcro straps and a bungy cord in the back to make the fit very tight. Tight is what you want in a water shoe. You want the shoe to drain quickly and feel snug for better feel. What you don’t want is excess water to remain in there along with other debris which can get quite uncomfortable.
The shoe fit great and was very comfortable. The drain holes drained well unless you get a bunch of sand in them. Not a big surprise since this is the case with pretty much all the shoes of this type I have tried. The sole of the shoe was surprisingly quite sturdy. I walked on some very jagged sharp rocks in the Bahamas and these things held up nicely. For the Bahamas(the area I wade fished) you definitely want something with more ankle protection.
I mainly use them for Stand up paddle boarding. It’s low profile so it allows me to have great balance and if I need to step off I’m not worried about stepping on oyster bars and cutting my feet all up. Yes I have stepped on oyster bars with them and they held up nicely.
If you’re into these type of shoes and do paddle boards, kayaking and do some wade fishing this is worth checking out indeed. The shoe retails for $49.00 which is about 1/2 the price of the competitors similar products.
Here is a quick video I shot today in the garage before I head out on the SUP.
Note: Video was shot on the Nikon AW100.