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Thanks Larry. I wanted to stop at Lindy but it was my wifes first time hitting the trail and she was, let's say, a little anxious after being on the trail for 2.5hrs....lol. Next time for sure.

@@southpaw_reels lol. Hopefully she's settled down now after the first run!

She is...lol. Yesterday's ride at Peters Mill Run was much better.@@LarryWBrown

Yeah man, this was my first time there and didn't really know what to expect. My wife was a little freaked out at first with the water crossings and just how long it took to complete the trail, so I was just trying to get through it. Now that we did it once she is wanting to do more. She said now she knows what to expect and actually started buying things to make our outings a little more comfortable. I'm looking to go back and take in all the sights along the way. Will checkout Lindy Point for sure.

I was at the Lindy point yesterday, and saw the road further down turned unpaved. Not sure what to expect, we did not venture inside. Will try next time.

Not at all. Been using them for several years.

@@southpaw_reels I just tried the trot line for the first time this past weekend lost a whole entire rig .except for the stupid buoys. Luckily I had my chart plotter GPS turned on I could see where I had laid the trot line out .was able to snag it with a hook and get it back. Hell of a first time experience. Hopefully some day I'll be able to solo crab. You make it look easy.

@@chriss8206 Man that's crazy, but glad you got it back. It took me a few tries to get in a rhythm. Keep at it and you will find what works best for you.

@@southpaw_reels my biggest problem is where to go. I'm a very long time freshwater fisherman. I don't have a big boat. So finding a place that is not to rough for a smaller boat. Not familiar with salt water launches and places to go. .I get it nobody will tell me a place to launch out of for a smaller boat. I'm going to try the websters cove launch on the wicomico soon. Hopefully it won't be a waste of time. Long drive for nothing.

@@chriss8206 If you don't have it already ge the GoPaddling app. Lots of places to launch form. You can also check out this link dnr.maryland.gov/Boating/Pages/water-access/boatramps.aspx What area do you live in?

Thanks man. I've got a long ways to go to reach your level...lol.

I've been crabbing for 40+ years, I know a good amount of spots to go. That being said, I still look for new spots. They are not always in the usual places some days are better than others.

Yes he is. He is the VP for Delmarva Model Boat Club.

They are connected to small ropes that are tied to the main line.

This was a tributary off the middle bay.

It really depends on how they are running. Sometimes it can be 2-3 hours others it can be less than an hour for 2 dozen.

Love the Outback. If I had to give a con. about it, it would be that you will get wet in a little chop. But, it is a kayak after all...lol. There are lots of options out there though. Do your research and if possible test ride a few.

I actually purchased it at a local fishing shop.

Yeah man, he wasn't sticking around. Love catching these things.

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Yeah man!! When you catch one leave it in the back of the truck for the guy who has been doing a shit job loading you in the AM! lol

@@southpaw_reels I love that idea

Thanks, appreciate it. Didn't eat these but they are good.

I haven't eaten yet but I've heard good things

Hey Brandon - I'm not really sure as I've had that thing for over 17 years. As for the wire mesh around the top I put that there about 8 years ago. It's just 1/2" square galvanized wire mesh that I purchased at one of the big box stores and cut it to fit.

Hope to fit it in my schedule...things are a little crazy right now. I will update when I get out. Thanks.

Gonna head south second week of May just to give it a shot.

@@southpaw_reels good luck, I live down that way and was planning to go out near end of may as well. By first week of June last year, crabs were moving in. I hope you have a great season.

@@justinbressler7773 You too buddy. Hope it's a better season than last year.

I'm guessing you are referring to the white liner that fits the hatch hole, unfortunately you would have to purchase the liner separately. They run about $70 +/-. That being said, once you put the liner in the 5gal. bucket fits in it very well. I do not recommend just putting the 5gal. bucket in the hatch opening without the liner only because you run the risk of taking waves or whatever over the bow and having water fill your hull. Hope that helps answer your question.

Thanks Bill. The main line is 3 strand 1/4" cotton rope. Lots of guys run #8 loctite also. I had the 1/4" so I used it. The #8 does take up a little less room in the 5 gal. bucket though. I run 600' of line, baits are spaced about 10' apart. I feel 600' is manageable. I've ran 1200' and it is easy to run but storing it on the kayak, laying it out and picking it up are a chore. I do find crabbing out of the yak more relaxing and enjoyable, but that's just me. If you have any further questions about setup or actually crabbing feel free to give me a shout and I'll do my best to answer ya. Best of luck.

@@southpaw_reels Thank you. I was worried 600 would be too much but I'll give it a shot!

@@billhudson2196 not at all. 600 of baited line will fit nicely in a 5gal. bucket. My only issue is hitting the 5gal bucket when I catch the crab, if I'm not right on the mark the crab will miss and go in the yak or right back in the water. I need to figure out something a little bigger to put up front as a crab catch. lol

@@southpaw_reels Are the orange plastic bushel baskets too big for the front of the kayak? That could work I'd imagine.

@@billhudson2196 They do fit, but with the Hobie Outback has a concave hatch up front and it doesn't sit well without strapping it down. I'll figure something out. lol

No. I was a little south of the Bay Bridge.

Lol, just seeing this for some reason. Line is just under 600'.

Thanks Scott. I'm down with that. I mostly only go on weekends. Things should start picking up in the next few weeks. Let me know when you have time and we can try to set something up.

Yes sir.

Thank you Larry. I appreciate that.

I don't have a video of my setup yet, but will try and make one this weekend. as for the snoods, the main line snoods are just under 12' appart, I added a snood in between everyone thinking I would be running the line slower than my crabbing boat. Right now it is working out but I'm thinking once the crabs start picking up it's going to be difficult dipping if the crabs are on multiple baits in a row. We will see. lol.

@@southpaw_reels I've been planning about every 6', with the same thought about slower runs. If it gets to be to much I can pull every other bait. I tied all new snoods last year so I might as well use them. How far out do you run your prop stick? Thanks for getting back to me and the info. Happy crabbing!

@@middleearthchronicles2269 The main arm of the prop stick is 20" and the bottom of the U is 6" long. At first I thought it was gonna be too long but after a few runs I liked where it is. I'm left handed so It's on my left side of the yak. Everything else, ie..depthfinder, rod holder(s), camera mount, etc. is on the right side so that nothing is in my way when deploying, running and retrieving the line. I've been out 3 times with it and I'm very happy with it. It's becoming my fav. way to crab. lol.

I feel like being closer to the water will be a good visual advantage. I've rigged a offset aluminum adjustable cane as my prop stick,, so iqmq hoping that works.

@@middleearthchronicles2269 Still haven't made that video yet, yet. Actually being closer to the water had seemed to be a disadvantage. I notice more glare off of the water when I'm in my kayak vers. when on my crabbing boat, standing. I find that keeping the net in the water just under the baits as they come up has helped in my ability to catch the crabs that I don't see.

Hi Leroy, just seeing this. I'll see if I can get some shots of it for you. I had my cousin's ex-husband weld it up for me.

@@southpaw_reels Wow!! Thank you. My email is leroyhyson22@aol.com

Hey Kevin, unfortunately I don't. I built it out of scraps that I had laying around. The blade is actually a piece of Lexan that I heated with a torch and bent. The mount on the truck consist of a 1/2" piece of angle aluminum cut and drilled to bolt to the front bumper mount and then I cut a 3/8" or so piece off of a 2"X2" square stock of aluminum to make the drop that holds the mounting arms coming from the plow. The mounting arms are cut from solid stock aluminum that is about 1/4" square and bolted to the plow using 1/2" angle aluminum that was cut 1/2" long. I can send you pics if you like, but the whole thing really needs to be redesigned and needs to be stronger. That's a project for another day.

@@southpaw_reels That's ok. I was just curious because I love watching build vids. I do a lot of 3d modeling and design, so I will come up with some ideas once my truck arrives tomorrow. Thanks for the reply.

Thanks.

Thanks.

When actually running the line (not taking people out) I run between 2.5 - 3 MPH.

Hey Jack - I actually built that with the help of my cousin. It's made from all aluminum, I based the design off of other auto dippers that I saw online and he welded it all together. The opening is 24x24 and the net was custom made by a local net maker.

Thanks Mike B. It was a fun day for sure. I actually built that with the help of my cousin. It's made from all aluminum, I based the design off of other auto dippers that I saw online and he welded it all together. The opening is 24x24 and the net was custom made by a local net maker. I believe that line is 1000'. I have an MD commercial crabbing license and usually run anywhere from 1000' to 3000' so the dipper comes in handy when not takeing family and friends out for a day of fun.

Awesome, might you be interested in building another? Of course I would be willing to pay. Just don't have the resources or time to do one myself. And I haven't seen on that can fit into a rod holder. I may not be looking in the right places. I'm down here in Va.

I'd love to be able to tell you yes, but it was made with all scrap aluminum, which I only have a few small pieces left and my cousin is the one who actually welded it all together for me. I have zero aluminum welding skills. I'd be more than happy to give you all the measurements if you have access to the aluminum and someone that can weld it up for you.

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Sorry for the late response Mark....I thought I had responded already but it doesn't look that way. Any ways, Thanks. This line is set up for razor clam and that was the bait. I have another line set up for chicken necks for later in the season.

+jon wittman Any tips for a beginner who doesnt have a boat? i've lived in MD all my life but never been crabbing. i live about 20 min from the Patuxent and about 45 min from the Potomac and Chesapeake

The quickest and easiest thing for you to do since you are just getting started would be to go to a local bait shop in your area and see if they could point you to a good local spot to hand line some crabs. Hand lining is where you tie a piece of chicken neck onto a line and toss it off of a pier (usually). When a crab swims by and picks up the chicken the line will go tight, usually pulling at a slight angle. You then slowly pull the line up and when you can see the crab you scoop it up in a crab net. Some bait stores may sell premade hand line rigs and chicken necks. Sometimes you can also find chicken necks at your local grocery store. Crabbing season in MD. doesn't start till around April 15 and the crabs will take some time to make their way up north from the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. Around my area, we don't start seeing decent numbers till May or so. Make sure to check with the local bait shop for best times in your area. Best of Luck.

Very sorry for the late response Stan. Congratulations on your FX12. I have a few vids with the yak and you can see some of the setup, but I haven't taken a vid to specifically show the setup. I'll have to get working on that...lol. Hope you are enjoying yours.

Yes, I am enjoying it a lot. I have been doing quite a bit of flounder fishing in it lately. I does have disadvantages in rough waters compared to a sit on top, but I am working out the bugs. All the Best!

@@DeepSouthExperience I would think the sit in would be better in rough waters compared to a sit on top

JERRY RUNNELS Thanks Jerry. Congrats. and best of luck with your new FX12, I love mine.