Pete, he has a history of doing that, driving small boats off spots. Same thing with the Riptide. And my boat isn’t that small. Can’t tell you how many times in the Marshall Fields area he has done that to me and others over the years. Once I was anchored off Lloyd Point and he came right at me and leaned on his horn. I got on the radio and told him I wasn’t lifting anchor knowing the CG was monitoring the channel. He backed down but still got right on my stern and ruined the bite. At least the JJ out of Huntington respects other boats; that City Island fleet acts like they own the Sound IMO.
They act like they own the Sound yet theyr practically in the East River, cracks me up. Interesting to hear you had similar experiences with them. Its a lack of respect, I agree, the boats that are closer to these spots like the huntington boat you mention at least respect others. Gotta try the radio thing next time...
So this dude is known to harass other boaters and no one has informed the police, coat guard, sheriff, whomever? He is doing it deliberately. Looks like he has more fun harassing others than doing anything else. His license needs to be revoked especially if he has a charter which he should.
We were blackfishing on my buddies boat and catching fish and the Riptide comes over and drops his anchor literally 3 feet off our bow! I'm not exaggerating either. I could see him in the wheelhouse and I'm staring right at him in total disbelief! He wouldn't even look at us. What a loser... if you can't catch fish just find something else to do.
Lol I know what you mean, so many tape measurements on top of the fish out there. whenever I watch videos of people measuring I’m always squinting to see the numbers too so that’s why I like this ruler with the big numbers. Thanks again 🤙
Can you make a video or a post about what is needed for kayak fishing the sound? Do I need flares and crap like a regular boat would? I plan on just paddling not motor. Thanks so much for all the insight
pretty sure in NY state all that is required on a kayak you dont have a motor on is: a life jacket (pfd) and a whistle, flares or a light also in fog or at night. There are much more things though I would reccommend for safety and just to make the day more enjoyable. I can think of a video to do something like this, thanks for the idea. here's a link to the nydec website for the requirements in the meantime: parks.ny.gov/boating/non-motorized-boats.aspx
there it is, the patented tight rope mounting method lol thanks for including it. Getting mugged is the worst...especially when it's a hip hop party boat...wtf had me cracking up. I was out the same morning on the other side of the sound, fog was super thick so stuck close to the shoreline
I knew you would notice that! hah, thanks. Problem I forgot to show is when you return if there is any chop it becomes difficult to walk off the boat onto the sand, if that happens just take my shows off prior to landing and jump out. So crazy man, you can't make this stuff up. That fog was thick huh? This area is less than a half mile from the beach and its usually pretty quiet...go figure. How'd you do?
@@PeterRanieriII fog was nuts then I was sweating. I did pretty solid on the tnw, starting to see some migratory fish, browner/yellow tinted fish from the hudson im guessing. Nothing huge but some good ones mixed in
Thanks for watching Clayton and letting me know. I love watching different styles of fishing as well, I learn a lot by watching others. Tight lines man 🤙
Man Pete, you really geared up that kayak for all out war on those fish! You got quite the multi-species action too! Probably the first Sea Bass I've seen inshore on any of the channels I follow this season so far! Too bad you had to pack it in early, but at least you got a good bounty out of it!
lol it’s way too much gear, here I am thinking I’ll get better at taking less with me but nope gotta have everything…just in case. Thanks, yea quite a bit of action now out there but the sea robins still reign supreme it seems. The seabass was a surprise for sure, don’t think I’ve seen them in may before around here. Lol it worked out that I had to go but yea glad I got the early start and brought home some great tasting fish.
So happy to see you fishing my friend! I hope from next week ill be back in ! Btw...this boat scared the sht out of me! Ghost ship coming through the mist...
Appreciate that man! I hope you get out there soon and have a great first outing. Seriously iI could hear it but couldn't see it until the last minute when it seemed to be on a crash course with me! yikes
Ahhh measuring in the net! I do the same thing! Lost too many fish out here in Montauk over the rails while measuring fish in my rookie years ha! Great video man!
Oh I’ve seen the video of yours that flopped out, haha. It’s happened to me in the past as well but not the doormat you had by any means lol sometimes the hardest lessons are the best ones. Thanks man!
@@PeterRanieriII yea i lost a fish or two in the transfer to the cooler bag too. No matter how strong you are, those fish can catch you by surprise and in a kayak they are one good flop away from the water ha. The one where i lost the stringer still haunts me haha. I can still hear the clip snapping off when i put the fish in the water.
Oh heck yeah glad you got out in the Sound man! Thats cool you got a Seabass too. Yesterday was weird with that fog, did the same thing and dressed for the warm weather, ended up feeling really cold all morning. Oh man the party boat blasting snoop Dogg had me laughing so hard. Then they had Nas going when you rolled out. That was like a scene in a movie haha
Finally! I missed the Sound man, was so nice to get back out there. Yea seeing a seabass was pretty cool, I’m sure there’s more just too many robins to contend with prob. Haha that’s funny you felt cold too. Omg Bob it was hilarious the music they were playing, like that early 2000’s stuff we listened to in high school 😅 the classics. (I clipped through it a bunch to prevent the copyright). It really was like a scene from a movie, couldn’t really believe what was happening
@@PeterRanieriII I wonder if it was someones birthday on that party boat. I never been on one that played music like that. Really funny. Also I like your new sonar has that triple read out with the sidescan, 2d, and gps. Your setup is dialed in
@@BobAquatic It had to be some kind of special occasion right? I've never heard a party boat blasting music like that before either. Thanks about the sonar, it def helps to have that big screen like we were talking about before. I for sure like all 3 while I'm searching around. The side scan is great for the areas of the sound we fish man, I must admit. So much to explore!
@@PeterRanieriII I bet it was a group event or something. I've been on birthday party boat trips but never seen the whole deck rented out. Must be possible though, that'd be awesome. The side scan is awesome for exploration, I totally agree with the sound too. All that open water can be intimidating and the scan is like underwater binoculars
No way! Are you serious? City Island is over 70mi from 6mi reef, thats insane unless they have another port in CT maybe. I guess this is not the first time then, seems to be their m.o.
Nice video. The fog was very thick early yesterday morning. I went in search of some porgys for my wife, between Rocky neck and Niantic yesterday. Just a sea robbin. Guess they are still hanging out in Peconic Bay. I did have some nice striper consolation fish.
Thanks man, that fog was crazy thick and it just didn’t want to burn off. Hey catching stripers is always a good time. I think the porgies will be coming to you soon. Right now they are in the Peconic bay and western sound
A similar thing happened to us on the nighttime squid trip last Saturday. A little center console anchored up to us no more than 100 feet away. Like, really? It's common courtesy to give a distance of at least a quarter mile.
I mean I get it sometimes, the small boats follow the big party boats and try to get too close but for a party boat to full steam then turn around and anchor so close to me like this, idk I just found it a bit odd...
@@PeterRanieriII Seems like good weather. I never go fishing in NY. I would like to try porgies. No porgies in New Jersey. Let me know the address if u want to go. Thanks Bro..
Enjoyed the fishing part of the video. Used to live on Long Island a few decades ago! Down here in New Zealand we call Porgies as Snapper - great fighters and the most popular eating fish by far. Got a few videos on my site catching them fly fishing off a volcanic rock reef covered in mangroves or sometimes off sand bank channels in the estuary. Biggest so far is 12 pounds but most average around 1 pound. We have nothing like fluke though - more's the pity! th-cam.com/video/TBf6dbYk_8I/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for stopping by Mark, I checked out your video, that is so cool. They look awesome with those greenish spots on the top and that was a nice fish on a fly rod! They look like a porgy and a red snapper mix. It’s pretty cool your on that volcanic rock too, I guess your lost the variety of species but gained some incredible scenery!
Well I would say the party boat was fishing those grounds way before you were over the years and I doubt he could've seen your kayak in the fog on his radar and he was already in route to that spot before he visually seen you don't forget charter and party boats that's how they make their living they're not there recreational fishing for themselves
Great video! I just returned to Jersey from Hyannis with porgies and seabass. That looked like so much fun and yeah stop toying with your drag so much. 😂
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Nice Fluke. Sorry that i find it a tiny bit funny how gangster that party boat was rolling up on your spot and blasting music. I’ve never seen that on a party boat before. Thankfully you’re okay. I guess they have your spot marked now. That’s the price of being famous 😉😊
Thanks. LOL I found it funny as well the music they were playing. Its totally cool, I get it, some boats are like that, nothing against blasting music while fishing, we all share the water. I guess what bothered me the most is just the sequence of almost getting hit, then followed then drop anchor and blast, hahaha. I doubt they know who I am 😁 funny thing is I was going for fluke and there really weren't many porgies there
Definitely was a nice thing to do. I know when I’m out on the kayak, some boaters are respectful and some seem to dislike seeing kayakers out on the water. I definitely keep my ears open and my head on a swivel. Even close to shore, I’ve had two party boats at a time pull up on each side of me while I’m in 8 feet of water. I definitely keep me coast guard radio with me and my phone around my neck in a dry bag. Anyway, it’s great to see your content for Long Island. I need to get to the north shore more often.
@@lloydboone7185 dang that’s crazy 8 ft of water! I hear ya man, radio is key, I really should have it on my life jacket though like you mention. Appreciate the feedback man, maybe I’ll see ya out there sometime
You must fish a different area cause I didn’t see you out there. Yesterday’s fog was really thick, and the porgy bite was very slow compared to last weekend, not sure because they like incoming tide (last weekend) rather than outgoing this weekend.
Hey Andy! I was west of the area you told me you like to fish for porgy that has the big boulders. I was thinking of trying there soon but I like this area as well since its typically less crowded. I'm sure they are around but its probably not a huge school out there and they seem to be moving around a bit. Heard reports of them catching them closer in the mouth of that bay where the ledge is north of that big tin can
what a pain what a pain in a quiet calm day my experience is squid spawned in that area that someties lives a mess amount of bait for other fishe & few keep on coming back there to see if there is any food there
Not ideal, that’s for sure. Thank you so much for sharing your experience on it being a squid spawn. I really think you could be right because last year the fluke spit up whole squid. Maybe I just missed the squid this time but their larva the bait fish will feed on were here attracting the fluke…Thanks again!! Love trying to put the pieces together
@@PeterRanieriII well further more crabs feeding on that larva often spawn in that area too which fluke & porgies love too also blackfish try that area very late in the summer to see any blackfish will come there often theyre small blacfish but youll nrver know lare summer & early fall for flounder too they all love baby crabs these are the things you study without a fishfinder good luck
I’m the same way. Outside of fishing I don’t mind talking to strangers and being friendly but something in me just gets real uneasy about people approaching me while I’m fishing. Glad I’m not the only one, you explained this very well, thanks!
@@jinsu0504 I got it from Empire Kayaks in Island Park, NY. They are really nice people over there, I highly recommend them if you're in the market for one!
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Hi Reuven, congrats on your purchase! Pretty sure you're going to love it, I'm actually directly south of you on the otherside of the Sound so it would be a bit tough to fish with you but we definitely fish a very similar geography. Start off close to shore and study the weather before you go, I'm always here to help with questions. Also check out some of the facebook kayak fishing groups, they may have some people in your area looking to go out with other kayakers.
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@@horatiomarchese3980 bleed and ice as soon as possible is the best way to keep the meat I’ve found. The stringer just makes it easier for them to bleed out, 5 min later they go in cooler
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Correct in the state of NY once you attach any type of powered motor it is then considered a powered vessel so you have to register it just like a boat. It’s a little easier though as you just need bill of sale, MSO, and the application filled out
Thanks!! Are you on the NY side? There’s a Facebook group called “hobie fishing NY” that has a good group of kayakers that get together and sometimes get out in the sound
@@PeterRanieriII Yessir, I’m in Queens, near Citifield where the Never Enuff Fishing boat docks but I have an SUV and can drive. Right now, I’m doing my homework on the type of Kayak to buy. I learned a lot from a few of your videos already. I’ll search for that FB group now.
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I mean both can work, as long as there is a current and a depth change there should be fish of some kind at some time of the year. I like fishing the points the most where the bottom comes up and has some structure to it
seriously man, I couldn't but I guess to each his own, I like peace and the nature sounds while I fish, it's part of the reason I love it so much so that I can escape all the noise, lol
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Hey Steve thanks for stopping by, always great to hear from you. And yeah that whole ordeal was crazy, If I didn’t get it on video no one would have believed me 😆
I think he was probably just running to his numbers but they should not have dropped anchor so close to you. Should have given you a little more respect than that. It is funny here in NJ, at the end of the summer, you are in a spot by yourself, get a good bend from a sea robin or a small fluke, and then bam! 5 minutes later a small fleet is with you, including a party boat or two.
Definitely possible, the porgy numbers that most of these boats go to are still a bit past this spot though but your right he could have just been headed to this exact area. Haha at least I'm not the only one then, good to know it happens in Jersey too, seriously I think sometimes they have binoculars on you 😆
@@PeterRanieriII I am quite sure they do, especially when the catching on the boat is slow. Their job is to tighten the lines, they will go to where fish are caught if they aren't at their usual spots. It doesn't matter if it is fluke or stripers, mugging will happen if you are catching and they aren't. But with the fog that day I don't think they were watching you, might have seen you on the radar though and decided to investigate. I don't know if kayaks show up on radar but I am sure with a few poles (guides) and maybe the flag and camera they will get some sort of return. Those lobster pots show up easy enough with the small spinners and stuff
@@participationtrophyfishing For sure not on this day with the binos. I'm glad you mention the radar, I was curious if a kayak would show on it. If the lobster pots do then probably the kayak would as well. If that's likely what happened then he prob saw me on the radar and just wanted to investigate, hey I get it they have to pay customers and need bent rods, just wish they shared the water more respectfully but oh well that's why its good to get out there before they do!
Yeah that's the idol that's part of the island current fleet that's the super current I know that boat I used to work with the island current fleet I used to be a maid on it not on that one that's his new one but that's Captain Chris for you that's his name he does that he doesn't actually find his own spots so he follows all the people
I know the captain of that boat I used to work on that boat the island current fleet that's one that's Captain Chris of the island current fleet at the city island that's probably one of his captains cuz one of his captain does that too he follows people he's not catching anything I just wanted you to know that but that was good with the fluke I like that makes me want to go fluke in tomorrow I live out of Staten island so I got tons of fishing out here so good luck again buddy and I hope to see your video another video soon
Thanks for sharing that Anthony, its good to know. Yea man I hope you can get on some fluke, it seems like now is the time for them. Best of luck to ya and I'll try to keep making the vids, thanks 🤙
I'll play devils advocate in this instance. *This isn't intended to be a nasty post at all. I'm strictly speaking about the instance in the video:* 1. I get you have every single right to go fish whenever you want. A kayak in the fog isn't the greatest idea at all, you're counting on other peoples radar to save you essentially. 2. You are recreational fishing, they are a business. They are trying to make a living and want to put people on fish. Maybe he was there the day before and read em good, that would be the first spot I'd go to as well. 3. I've seen plenty of times when fishing structure that 15-20-30 feet can make a difference. Just because you're not reading fish where you are, doesn't mean he isn't. 4. Just like it isn't "his" spot, it's not "yours" either. Do I fully agree with the party boat? No, not at all. But there's still that side to consider. Happy that you were safe.
Hey Jason, You make very good points and in general I think you're correct. Just want to give you more info on point #3: I was working this area pretty good, like a dozen short drifts, before he showed up and there wasn't a school of porgies there, even after he anchored and I watched them, no one on the boat caught a fish from the port or stern side for the short time I stayed. But your other points are spot on, and I'm just happy I didn't get hit. Thanks for providing this perspective, and not being afraid to say it!
@@PeterRanieriII Like I said, playing devils advocate but that's needed sometimes! I'll give you that on point 3 but that definitely does happen and makes me rip my hair out when it does lol..but still glad you were safe and everything turned out ok!
@@jasonsokol5803 It is! I gotcha, yea in all likelihood he did fish this area the day before and they were there, lol. I def have a renewed caution on going out in the fog like this, even if it's a familiar area.
I guess it comes from them being on the water so much, they start feeling like its their world and we just in their way. I don't know why else it could it be...
Thanks Craig, maybe some like the short vids but I’m detail oriented and prefer to edit the vids in more of a timeline fashion so I can better myself the next time and see how it went down that day. More like a video log style.
The boat coming up to you at speed was not their fault. From what I could see you have no lights on you kayak, which I believe for the conditions are required. Where was your air horn or whistle or other noise making device. What about a handheld VHF to hail that ship. You should keep that in your life vest because if you go over it should be easily at hand and not somewhere in the kayak where you have to go looking for it in an emergency. So in that respect that boat may have never even seen you. That aside the capt was an asshat for setting on top of you and who wants to listen to someone else's blasting music like that? Shame on the capt for having poor judgment and taste and for allowing it all to happen.
I agree with everything you just said but knowing these guys, I'm 99% sure they did it on purpose. They have done it to us while we were anchored in a 23ft center console on a clear day. I could have shook hands with one of his fares. I have zero respect for the city island captains.. we were catching fish and he came right up on us.
Definitely need a light in the fog. I’ve had a boat come at me at a decent speed once it definitely gets your attention. Guy was close enough that he knew I thought he was #1!
Your right and I didn't mean to say it like its "my spot" you can't fish here...the ocean is everyone's playground I completely agree, so let's be respectful of the playground we share with others
Pete, he has a history of doing that, driving small boats off spots. Same thing with the Riptide. And my boat isn’t that small. Can’t tell you how many times in the Marshall Fields area he has done that to me and others over the years. Once I was anchored off Lloyd Point and he came right at me and leaned on his horn. I got on the radio and told him I wasn’t lifting anchor knowing the CG was monitoring the channel. He backed down but still got right on my stern and ruined the bite. At least the JJ out of Huntington respects other boats; that City Island fleet acts like they own the Sound IMO.
They act like they own the Sound yet theyr practically in the East River, cracks me up. Interesting to hear you had similar experiences with them. Its a lack of respect, I agree, the boats that are closer to these spots like the huntington boat you mention at least respect others. Gotta try the radio thing next time...
So this dude is known to harass other boaters and no one has informed the police, coat guard, sheriff, whomever? He is doing it deliberately. Looks like he has more fun harassing others than doing anything else. His license needs to be revoked especially if he has a charter which he should.
We were blackfishing on my buddies boat and catching fish and the Riptide comes over and drops his anchor literally 3 feet off our bow! I'm not exaggerating either. I could see him in the wheelhouse and I'm staring right at him in total disbelief! He wouldn't even look at us. What a loser... if you can't catch fish just find something else to do.
@@JamesP29 that’s crazy, how are these guys getting away with this
@@JamesP29 quick spike to his tires at the dock would do the trick.
Handled a bad situation with grace and caught a fantastic dinner. Thanks for sharing this!
Thanks Scott, It was tough to get too upset because I already had a nice meal. Appreciate the kind words
Thank you for actually showing video on how to properly measure a fish (ruler flat and under the fish). Nice job!
Lol I know what you mean, so many tape measurements on top of the fish out there. whenever I watch videos of people measuring I’m always squinting to see the numbers too so that’s why I like this ruler with the big numbers. Thanks again 🤙
Can you make a video or a post about what is needed for kayak fishing the sound? Do I need flares and crap like a regular boat would? I plan on just paddling not motor. Thanks so much for all the insight
pretty sure in NY state all that is required on a kayak you dont have a motor on is: a life jacket (pfd) and a whistle, flares or a light also in fog or at night. There are much more things though I would reccommend for safety and just to make the day more enjoyable. I can think of a video to do something like this, thanks for the idea. here's a link to the nydec website for the requirements in the meantime: parks.ny.gov/boating/non-motorized-boats.aspx
there it is, the patented tight rope mounting method lol thanks for including it. Getting mugged is the worst...especially when it's a hip hop party boat...wtf had me cracking up. I was out the same morning on the other side of the sound, fog was super thick so stuck close to the shoreline
I knew you would notice that! hah, thanks. Problem I forgot to show is when you return if there is any chop it becomes difficult to walk off the boat onto the sand, if that happens just take my shows off prior to landing and jump out. So crazy man, you can't make this stuff up. That fog was thick huh? This area is less than a half mile from the beach and its usually pretty quiet...go figure. How'd you do?
@@PeterRanieriII fog was nuts then I was sweating. I did pretty solid on the tnw, starting to see some migratory fish, browner/yellow tinted fish from the hudson im guessing. Nothing huge but some good ones mixed in
nice, yea it got crazy hot later on. Good to hear you got into some action though, they are making their way east it seems
Were they shooting a music video on the boat? 😂
For real?! It had to be something special going on there’s no way regular patrons on that boat would be ok with music that loud while they fished
Great video. Those bled out porgies are tasty as fried fish
They really are! Thanks Robert. I also take out all the bloodline and you get a perfectly white fried filet, cooked that day...mmmmm
Here in NH the opposite happens the small boats use the party boats as fish finders.
haha I think that's true for most places, these guys look like the exception
@@PeterRanieriII I know. Way to far for such a small boat for me.
Stay focused and keep fishing my friend lots of fish and water out there 😂
You got that right, good perspective right here 🤙
I’m form texas first time watching your videos love em fishing looks cool I love watching different styles of fishing
Thanks for watching Clayton and letting me know. I love watching different styles of fishing as well, I learn a lot by watching others. Tight lines man 🤙
Man Pete, you really geared up that kayak for all out war on those fish! You got quite the multi-species action too! Probably the first Sea Bass I've seen inshore on any of the channels I follow this season so far! Too bad you had to pack it in early, but at least you got a good bounty out of it!
lol it’s way too much gear, here I am thinking I’ll get better at taking less with me but nope gotta have everything…just in case. Thanks, yea quite a bit of action now out there but the sea robins still reign supreme it seems. The seabass was a surprise for sure, don’t think I’ve seen them in may before around here. Lol it worked out that I had to go but yea glad I got the early start and brought home some great tasting fish.
What a fine choice of loud music. It must have been a thug charter.
🤣 thug charter or club charter
So happy to see you fishing my friend! I hope from next week ill be back in ! Btw...this boat scared the sht out of me! Ghost ship coming through the mist...
Appreciate that man! I hope you get out there soon and have a great first outing. Seriously iI could hear it but couldn't see it until the last minute when it seemed to be on a crash course with me! yikes
Ahhh measuring in the net! I do the same thing! Lost too many fish out here in Montauk over the rails while measuring fish in my rookie years ha! Great video man!
Oh I’ve seen the video of yours that flopped out, haha. It’s happened to me in the past as well but not the doormat you had by any means lol sometimes the hardest lessons are the best ones. Thanks man!
Or maybe I’m thinking of the one that you didn’t tie the stringer, lol you and Dan have so many awesome montauk vids
@@PeterRanieriII yea i lost a fish or two in the transfer to the cooler bag too. No matter how strong you are, those fish can catch you by surprise and in a kayak they are one good flop away from the water ha. The one where i lost the stringer still haunts me haha. I can still hear the clip snapping off when i put the fish in the water.
@@yakinwithbigfoot3832 the big ones really are so powerful, 😂
Oh heck yeah glad you got out in the Sound man! Thats cool you got a Seabass too. Yesterday was weird with that fog, did the same thing and dressed for the warm weather, ended up feeling really cold all morning. Oh man the party boat blasting snoop Dogg had me laughing so hard. Then they had Nas going when you rolled out. That was like a scene in a movie haha
Finally! I missed the Sound man, was so nice to get back out there. Yea seeing a seabass was pretty cool, I’m sure there’s more just too many robins to contend with prob. Haha that’s funny you felt cold too. Omg Bob it was hilarious the music they were playing, like that early 2000’s stuff we listened to in high school 😅 the classics. (I clipped through it a bunch to prevent the copyright). It really was like a scene from a movie, couldn’t really believe what was happening
@@PeterRanieriII I wonder if it was someones birthday on that party boat. I never been on one that played music like that. Really funny. Also I like your new sonar has that triple read out with the sidescan, 2d, and gps. Your setup is dialed in
@@BobAquatic It had to be some kind of special occasion right? I've never heard a party boat blasting music like that before either. Thanks about the sonar, it def helps to have that big screen like we were talking about before. I for sure like all 3 while I'm searching around. The side scan is great for the areas of the sound we fish man, I must admit. So much to explore!
@@PeterRanieriII I bet it was a group event or something. I've been on birthday party boat trips but never seen the whole deck rented out. Must be possible though, that'd be awesome. The side scan is awesome for exploration, I totally agree with the sound too. All that open water can be intimidating and the scan is like underwater binoculars
Great video Pete, thanks dude. Crazy you got mugged by the party boat... That's wild. Lol
Thanks Tommy glad you enjoyed, tell me about it man I really couldn't believe what was happening at one one point, lol
Uh yeah the party boat capt is not "mugging" some hack in a kayak.
Wow that same party boat pulled up right next to us at 6 mile reef last year when we were seabass fishing
No way! Are you serious? City Island is over 70mi from 6mi reef, thats insane unless they have another port in CT maybe. I guess this is not the first time then, seems to be their m.o.
@@PeterRanieriII sometimes the boats move depending on the season to make access to better fishing easier
@@brianhuber1633 thanks makes a lot more sense, thanks!
@@PeterRanieriII island current iii and or super current dock in Rhode island for the fall/winter for tog and cod
@@tonynicoletti8161 ahh that makes sense
Nice video. The fog was very thick early yesterday morning. I went in search of some porgys for my wife, between Rocky neck and Niantic yesterday. Just a sea robbin. Guess they are still hanging out in Peconic Bay. I did have some nice striper consolation fish.
Thanks man, that fog was crazy thick and it just didn’t want to burn off. Hey catching stripers is always a good time. I think the porgies will be coming to you soon. Right now they are in the Peconic bay and western sound
same exact thing happened to me once! unbelievable!
If you had told me before this I prob wouldnt have believed you, lol. And if I didnt have it on video, likely no one would have believed me either!
He's gotta make a livin.
True story
Not like that. He’s a tool
A similar thing happened to us on the nighttime squid trip last Saturday. A little center console anchored up to us no more than 100 feet away. Like, really? It's common courtesy to give a distance of at least a quarter mile.
I mean I get it sometimes, the small boats follow the big party boats and try to get too close but for a party boat to full steam then turn around and anchor so close to me like this, idk I just found it a bit odd...
Neat kayak fishing video. Should have got the party boat's hull number and turned your video over to the Coast Guard. Neat video though 👌
Thanks Mark, lol it would have been interesting to hear what the coast guard would have said about all this, thanks again
HEY BRO... when you gonna go back fishing ?. I'm glad I can with you. Thanks
hopefully, this weekend if the weather is good!
@@PeterRanieriII Seems like good weather. I never go fishing in NY. I would like to try porgies. No porgies in New Jersey. Let me know the address if u want to go. Thanks Bro..
wow porgies! man love the video!
Thanks! Glad to hear that! the bigger porgies are a blast to catch on light gear
You may have lost your fishing spot, but you got one sub
hahaha I appreciate that Van, thank you!!!
Enjoyed the fishing part of the video. Used to live on Long Island a few decades ago! Down here in New Zealand we call Porgies as Snapper - great fighters and the most popular eating fish by far. Got a few videos on my site catching them fly fishing off a volcanic rock reef covered in mangroves or sometimes off sand bank channels in the estuary. Biggest so far is 12 pounds but most average around 1 pound. We have nothing like fluke though - more's the pity! th-cam.com/video/TBf6dbYk_8I/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for stopping by Mark, I checked out your video, that is so cool. They look awesome with those greenish spots on the top and that was a nice fish on a fly rod! They look like a porgy and a red snapper mix. It’s pretty cool your on that volcanic rock too, I guess your lost the variety of species but gained some incredible scenery!
Nice kayak!
Thanks, it has done me well so far!
Well I would say the party boat was fishing those grounds way before you were over the years and I doubt he could've seen your kayak in the fog on his radar and he was already in route to that spot before he visually seen you don't forget charter and party boats that's how they make their living they're not there recreational fishing for themselves
I think you are right on all accounts. The only one I’m not sure about is the radar though, pretty sure a kayak shows up on that but I could be wrong
F-$# the party boat and it's Captain,fuc'in bully doesn't own the Sound.
known Porgies Head boat out of the Bronx. I was in similar situation fluking and head boat was drifting next to me.
Its crazy to hear they do this often, hope you still caught them with them on top of you, haha
Remember elephants eat peanuts
Wiser words have yet to be spoken. Wait until you see what elephant ate the peanut on the following day…
What a ratchet party boat.
No hand held vhf?
I got one, just wasn’t on my pfd at the time, I usually clip it to my seat. From now on, it’s clipped to my body, lesson learned
Great video! I just returned to Jersey from Hyannis with porgies and seabass. That looked like so much fun and yeah stop toying with your drag so much. 😂
Thanks and nice haul, always heard they get pretty good sized up there. Ha you got that right, way too much toying with the drag 😅
You need to do the water snake through the cassette plug mod. It would streamline your setup.
Thought about that but Then I can’t pedal and have the motor on which does help add a little speed and reduce the amp draw
What’s the battery you’re using? Please share a link. Thanks.
Your name sounds so much like Mauna kea the volcano. Anyways check it out: m.aliexpress.com/item/3256803618738591.html?ug_edm_item_id=3256803618738591&pdp_npi=2%40dis%21USD%21US%20%24458.00%21US%20%24229.00%21%21%21%21%21%40214100c216542454239753334de409%21%21edm&edm_click_module=item_detail&tracelog=rowan&rowan_id1=aeug_edm_24687_1_en_US_2022-06-03&rowan_msg_id=6130biz_search_product%3A0%3A0_571809957%240fa846beb3494003a2378fa927c8aec7&ck=in_edm_other&gatewayAdapt=Pc2Msite
It’s relatively new so could be some issues but so far so good
Awesome video! What part of thr sound are you in?
Thanks Dustin, I'm in the western sound, NY side
Nice Fluke. Sorry that i find it a tiny bit funny how gangster that party boat was rolling up on your spot and blasting music. I’ve never seen that on a party boat before. Thankfully you’re okay. I guess they have your spot marked now. That’s the price of being famous 😉😊
Thanks. LOL I found it funny as well the music they were playing. Its totally cool, I get it, some boats are like that, nothing against blasting music while fishing, we all share the water. I guess what bothered me the most is just the sequence of almost getting hit, then followed then drop anchor and blast, hahaha. I doubt they know who I am 😁 funny thing is I was going for fluke and there really weren't many porgies there
Definitely was a nice thing to do. I know when I’m out on the kayak, some boaters are respectful and some seem to dislike seeing kayakers out on the water. I definitely keep my ears open and my head on a swivel. Even close to shore, I’ve had two party boats at a time pull up on each side of me while I’m in 8 feet of water. I definitely keep me coast guard radio with me and my phone around my neck in a dry bag. Anyway, it’s great to see your content for Long Island. I need to get to the north shore more often.
@@lloydboone7185 dang that’s crazy 8 ft of water! I hear ya man, radio is key, I really should have it on my life jacket though like you mention. Appreciate the feedback man, maybe I’ll see ya out there sometime
That would be cool
You must fish a different area cause I didn’t see you out there. Yesterday’s fog was really thick, and the porgy bite was very slow compared to last weekend, not sure because they like incoming tide (last weekend) rather than outgoing this weekend.
Hey Andy! I was west of the area you told me you like to fish for porgy that has the big boulders. I was thinking of trying there soon but I like this area as well since its typically less crowded. I'm sure they are around but its probably not a huge school out there and they seem to be moving around a bit. Heard reports of them catching them closer in the mouth of that bay where the ledge is north of that big tin can
what a pain what a pain in a quiet calm day my experience is squid spawned in that area that someties lives a mess amount of bait for other fishe & few keep on coming back there to see if there is any food there
Not ideal, that’s for sure. Thank you so much for sharing your experience on it being a squid spawn. I really think you could be right because last year the fluke spit up whole squid. Maybe I just missed the squid this time but their larva the bait fish will feed on were here attracting the fluke…Thanks again!! Love trying to put the pieces together
@@PeterRanieriII well further more crabs feeding on that larva often spawn in that area too which fluke & porgies love too also blackfish try that area very late in the summer to see any blackfish will come there often theyre small blacfish but youll nrver know lare summer & early fall for flounder too they all love baby crabs these are the things you study without a fishfinder good luck
@@kevinerberber love it! Thank you, these are the things a fish finder can’t show you, so true
fishing really fosters my antisocial personality sometimes....i love fishing...i just hate the people getting too close messing up my peace.
I’m the same way. Outside of fishing I don’t mind talking to strangers and being friendly but something in me just gets real uneasy about people approaching me while I’m fishing. Glad I’m not the only one, you explained this very well, thanks!
@@PeterRanieriII hey, I want to ask. where did you purchase your kayak with the pedal?
@@jinsu0504 I got it from Empire Kayaks in Island Park, NY. They are really nice people over there, I highly recommend them if you're in the market for one!
What kind of battery you got?
www.aliexpress.com/item/3256803618604245.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.0.0.5a901802612csW&gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt
It cost me like $250 or less shipped with tax. It took about 2 months to arrive. Not a huge fan of the "banana" style plugs but so far its working out.
shows the ignorance & lack of proper fishing/ boating etiquette in the captain. Tight lines.
Island Current A - Holes !!!
What brand jig head and weight are you using the grubs on?
Hey Anthony, my favorite jig heads are the ones made by hogy. They are just really strong and the eye hole is placed perfectly imo
hogylures.com/collections/classic-x-strong-jig-heads/weight_-5oz
Hi Pete, I just purchased a hobie kayak and I live Stamford. I’m looking for some kayak fishing buddies and I would love to go fishing with you.
Hi Reuven, congrats on your purchase! Pretty sure you're going to love it, I'm actually directly south of you on the otherside of the Sound so it would be a bit tough to fish with you but we definitely fish a very similar geography. Start off close to shore and study the weather before you go, I'm always here to help with questions. Also check out some of the facebook kayak fishing groups, they may have some people in your area looking to go out with other kayakers.
@@PeterRanieriII Thank you! Is there a certain app you use to study the weather or a VHS radio?
@@reubenredlich I use a combo of just the weather channel app and windfinder.com and merge the forecasts
do you launch from stamford? im on exit 5
@@neygarcia8472 yes, cool! Do you kayak fish?
Do you have any information on the battery you were using? Great video.
Hey Alex, thanks. Yea I found it on aliexpress, heres the link: www.aliexpress.com/item/3256803618604245.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.0.0.af101802QWmUXJ&gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt
Its kinda new I think so could be some unforeseen issues but so far so good, it was really cheap for the AH I got, just took about 2 months to ship
Why are you bleeding them so early? especially with a stringer.
@@horatiomarchese3980 bleed and ice as soon as possible is the best way to keep the meat I’ve found. The stringer just makes it easier for them to bleed out, 5 min later they go in cooler
@@PeterRanieriII I keep them alive on the stringer, till the end.
Hey what trolling motor battery is that?
here's the link: www.aliexpress.com/item/3256803618604245.html?spm=a2g0o.order_detail.0.0.5508f19cvNELgo&gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt
Keep up the good work. What model Garmin is that? Also the model of the thin blue battery?
Thanks J D. The fish finder is a garmin 74sv. The battery is liitokala. Cheap china brand but they have decent reviews from solar diy people. Just took 2 months to arrive. Here’s the link: m.aliexpress.com/item/3256803618604245.html?spm=a2g0n.order_detail.0.0.5508f19c9IZAPi&gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt
With that trolling motor, is it now considered a powered boat?
Asking because here we would have to register the kayak as a powered boat.
Correct in the state of NY once you attach any type of powered motor it is then considered a powered vessel so you have to register it just like a boat. It’s a little easier though as you just need bill of sale, MSO, and the application filled out
@@PeterRanieriII Thank you. Workin on how to attach my motor now.
Guava is a fruit and i'm not sure if mule means a strong guava taste.
Love guava not sure about the mule either, it just didnt taste like only guava though, had something else in there it seemed
New Sub Here ! I'd lie to get into Kayak Fishing on the Sound. Are there any clubs? I'd be a little nervous out there by myself in the beginning. LOL
Thanks!! Are you on the NY side? There’s a Facebook group called “hobie fishing NY” that has a good group of kayakers that get together and sometimes get out in the sound
@@PeterRanieriII Yessir, I’m in Queens, near Citifield where the Never Enuff Fishing boat docks but I have an SUV and can drive. Right now, I’m doing my homework on the type of Kayak to buy. I learned a lot from a few of your videos already. I’ll search for that FB group now.
was the rap music being played over the boats PA system?
I’m pretty sure it was bc it was just so loud and didn’t seem like it was only coming from one part of the boat
@@PeterRanieriII Wow what a show. so much for a peaceful day on the water. Definitely not going to fish with those guys.
Party boat rocking out with music blasting? That’s so trashy 🥴 wonder if it draws in all the keepers
hahaha, one of my coworkers (who doesnt fish) just asked me "don't the fish get scared with loud music?" 😄 😆
Hi Peter. What brand battery is that?
Hey Andrey I think it’s called liitokala. I found it on aliexpress, heres the link: www.aliexpress.com/item/3256803618604245.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.0.0.af101802QWmUXJ&gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt
Its kinda new I think so could be some unforeseen issues but so far so good, it was really cheap for the amp hours I got, just took about 2 months to ship
Thank you. How many hours battery last? I am using watersnake t24 trolling motor. And where did you buy the connectors.
@@andreydubovyy9364 So the watersnake t24 runs about 9 amps on low and 18 on high (i did some amp draw tests). That means you can get about 3-4 hours on high and 7-8 hours on low with the 80AH if taking the battery down to about 15%. The banana plugs you can buy on amazon: amzn.to/3klJcXE and make sure you get the right charger too: www.bioennopower.com/products/14-6vdc-4a-ac-to-dc-charger-for-lifepo4-batteries. I soldered the banana plug connectors
Nice video I am on the west end what area would you recommend fishing in, out in the open sound or In a channel?
I mean both can work, as long as there is a current and a depth change there should be fish of some kind at some time of the year. I like fishing the points the most where the bottom comes up and has some structure to it
who the fug fishes with that noise on??
seriously man, I couldn't but I guess to each his own, I like peace and the nature sounds while I fish, it's part of the reason I love it so much so that I can escape all the noise, lol
Exactly
Hey Pete what battery is that ?
Hey Edwin, I found it on aliexpress, heres the link: www.aliexpress.com/item/3256803618604245.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.0.0.af101802QWmUXJ&gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt
Its kinda new I think so could be some unforeseen issues but so far so good, it was really cheap for the AH I got, just took about 2 months to ship
What Batt are you using for your motor
its made by the company LiitoKala. Very recent design, here's the link: www.aliexpress.com/item/3256803618604245.html?spm=a2g0o.order_detail.0.0.5508f19cvNELgo&gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt
Not to mention the noise pollution emanating from that boat
Peter,,,,,,,,,,, that boat thing was crazy,,,,,,,,,,,, and their annoying music,,,,,,omg
Hey Steve thanks for stopping by, always great to hear from you. And yeah that whole ordeal was crazy, If I didn’t get it on video no one would have believed me 😆
I think he was probably just running to his numbers but they should not have dropped anchor so close to you. Should have given you a little more respect than that.
It is funny here in NJ, at the end of the summer, you are in a spot by yourself, get a good bend from a sea robin or a small fluke, and then bam! 5 minutes later a small fleet is with you, including a party boat or two.
Definitely possible, the porgy numbers that most of these boats go to are still a bit past this spot though but your right he could have just been headed to this exact area. Haha at least I'm not the only one then, good to know it happens in Jersey too, seriously I think sometimes they have binoculars on you 😆
@@PeterRanieriII I am quite sure they do, especially when the catching on the boat is slow. Their job is to tighten the lines, they will go to where fish are caught if they aren't at their usual spots. It doesn't matter if it is fluke or stripers, mugging will happen if you are catching and they aren't. But with the fog that day I don't think they were watching you, might have seen you on the radar though and decided to investigate. I don't know if kayaks show up on radar but I am sure with a few poles (guides) and maybe the flag and camera they will get some sort of return. Those lobster pots show up easy enough with the small spinners and stuff
@@participationtrophyfishing For sure not on this day with the binos. I'm glad you mention the radar, I was curious if a kayak would show on it. If the lobster pots do then probably the kayak would as well. If that's likely what happened then he prob saw me on the radar and just wanted to investigate, hey I get it they have to pay customers and need bent rods, just wish they shared the water more respectfully but oh well that's why its good to get out there before they do!
You’re the ONLY white guy out there 😂
@@6atlantis 🤣 😂😅
The boat was being an ass and sadly the world is full of them... Looks like you had fun anyway...
My thoughts exactly… lol thanks Reggie 🤙
Yeah that's the idol that's part of the island current fleet that's the super current I know that boat I used to work with the island current fleet I used to be a maid on it not on that one that's his new one but that's Captain Chris for you that's his name he does that he doesn't actually find his own spots so he follows all the people
I know the captain of that boat I used to work on that boat the island current fleet that's one that's Captain Chris of the island current fleet at the city island that's probably one of his captains cuz one of his captain does that too he follows people he's not catching anything I just wanted you to know that but that was good with the fluke I like that makes me want to go fluke in tomorrow I live out of Staten island so I got tons of fishing out here so good luck again buddy and I hope to see your video another video soon
Thanks for sharing that Anthony, its good to know. Yea man I hope you can get on some fluke, it seems like now is the time for them. Best of luck to ya and I'll try to keep making the vids, thanks 🤙
I'll play devils advocate in this instance. *This isn't intended to be a nasty post at all. I'm strictly speaking about the instance in the video:*
1. I get you have every single right to go fish whenever you want. A kayak in the fog isn't the greatest idea at all, you're counting on other peoples radar to save you essentially.
2. You are recreational fishing, they are a business. They are trying to make a living and want to put people on fish. Maybe he was there the day before and read em good, that would be the first spot I'd go to as well.
3. I've seen plenty of times when fishing structure that 15-20-30 feet can make a difference. Just because you're not reading fish where you are, doesn't mean he isn't.
4. Just like it isn't "his" spot, it's not "yours" either.
Do I fully agree with the party boat? No, not at all. But there's still that side to consider. Happy that you were safe.
Hey Jason,
You make very good points and in general I think you're correct. Just want to give you more info on point #3: I was working this area pretty good, like a dozen short drifts, before he showed up and there wasn't a school of porgies there, even after he anchored and I watched them, no one on the boat caught a fish from the port or stern side for the short time I stayed. But your other points are spot on, and I'm just happy I didn't get hit. Thanks for providing this perspective, and not being afraid to say it!
@@PeterRanieriII Like I said, playing devils advocate but that's needed sometimes! I'll give you that on point 3 but that definitely does happen and makes me rip my hair out when it does lol..but still glad you were safe and everything turned out ok!
@@jasonsokol5803 It is! I gotcha, yea in all likelihood he did fish this area the day before and they were there, lol. I def have a renewed caution on going out in the fog like this, even if it's a familiar area.
Typical head boat, they are all the same no matter where you fish....
I guess it comes from them being on the water so much, they start feeling like its their world and we just in their way. I don't know why else it could it be...
It's a shame , that he and others have attitudes " I'm bigger than you and I'll do what I want "
That is what it feels like for sure
i could not fish on a party boat blasting that crap....
Me neither, how can you even concentrate on the bite with it that loud?
Hahaha you didn’t catch single fish regularly on the mouth 😆😆😆😆
Lol it’s true, I fouled a lot of those porgies, they just kept chasing the bait not really eating it 😅
@@PeterRanieriII its so funny,good luck man.
Some good stuff but bro, get an editor. This should be a 5 minute video.
Great gear, stay safe.
Thanks Craig, maybe some like the short vids but I’m detail oriented and prefer to edit the vids in more of a timeline fashion so I can better myself the next time and see how it went down that day. More like a video log style.
Hey great vid. Put your Kayak make and model in the info section. People are idots. Like nothing better than ruining things for everyone.
Good idea! I added a playlist in the description to all the videos I've done regarding the kayak. Def not a shortage of those, lol thanks for watching
He doesn't know how to fish,that's why he has to steal your spot.l.o.l.
lol, I didnt say it, you did 😆 thanks for the comment
Makes me think the guy with the big boat got no clue what to do...so chasin kayaks. Smh
Not a great strategy when you have about 50 people relying on you to find them fish…
The boat coming up to you at speed was not their fault. From what I could see you have no lights on you kayak, which I believe for the conditions are required. Where was your air horn or whistle or other noise making device. What about a handheld VHF to hail that ship. You should keep that in your life vest because if you go over it should be easily at hand and not somewhere in the kayak where you have to go looking for it in an emergency. So in that respect that boat may have never even seen you.
That aside the capt was an asshat for setting on top of you and who wants to listen to someone else's blasting music like that? Shame on the capt for having poor judgment and taste and for allowing it all to happen.
Your 100% correct, I learned a lot about safety items and their proper placement through this experience.
I agree with everything you just said but knowing these guys, I'm 99% sure they did it on purpose. They have done it to us while we were anchored in a 23ft center console on a clear day. I could have shook hands with one of his fares. I have zero respect for the city island captains.. we were catching fish and he came right up on us.
Definitely need a light in the fog. I’ve had a boat come at me at a decent speed once it definitely gets your attention. Guy was close enough that he knew I thought he was #1!
Rude!
My thoughts as well
PLEASE DON T RIP OUT THEIR GILLS ON CAMERA . THANKS
It's a party boat you goof. And its not your spot. The ocean belongs to all.
Your right and I didn't mean to say it like its "my spot" you can't fish here...the ocean is everyone's playground I completely agree, so let's be respectful of the playground we share with others
Grow up dude