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ReelSeaSick · 10-08-2001, 12:22 PM

As it is near the time for me to pull on the heavy waders to surfcast, I need an answer to a question. If I am in the water up to my knees or so, and a big wave comes in high and knocks me down, what do I do??? try to have the surf push me in?...Get out of my waders as fast as I can? They are neoprene and will stick to me if wet.... p.s. sreaming like a schoolgirl, while likely, is not a favorable option. Tight lines at sea, screamin kids at home!

10-09-2001, 04:37 PM

If you get knocked down in the surf, you wont have time to remove your waders. First, roll over belly down and pull your knees to your chest then extend your feet to the bottom and stand up. Lean well forward and walk to the beach. Remember the wave that knocks you down will roll onwards while the undertow will start back to sea. Prevention is the best answer. A large wave building will always be preceeded by an unusually heavy undertow. If you feel the tow getting stronger than usual start backing up.becuase a comber is coming. George Van Zant <A HREF="http:// www.bigfishtackle.com/georgescorner.htm " target="_new">http:// www.bigfishtackle.com/georgescorner.htm </A>

10-17-2001, 09:13 PM

G'day RSS Good Q. Off to give that Alvey Reel a lash hey? While the screaming might take the edge of the fright I agree, it's not going help much unless there are other people around. How tight fitting are the neoprene waders would you say. close fitting, tight, loose? I agree with Thor, although if I got tossed over, and the neoprene was tight on me, then it should also help with bouyancy and assist me to get back on my feet. Bit like the way a wet suit works, but that would depend on how thick the neo was too. In the main, we don't use this type down this way unless it's way down south where the wind blows off the pole. Burnin Thumbs! Steve B Moderator Lures/Baits Forum <A HREF="http://www.demonjigs.com" target="_new">http://www.demonjigs.com</A>

ReelSeaSick · 10-18-2001, 12:37 PM

MJB - How snug? A bit. So maybe they would help me float to stand up, not that I would be sucking sand after getting knocked down, just knocked over. As for the Alvey, the first time I had it out it realLy flew, despite using it on a 9' rod. But after 2 times in the ocean, the line has tighted up from reeling in. I signed into the Alvey message board to seek advice, but haven't asked yet. I will be building a 12' rod with a big first guide. This will help my distance a bit, and when I reel in I am going to only reel as I bring the rod down (is there a term for that) and not when I tip the rod up and back, since that will further tighten the line. You may notice a lack of a list of fish I caught. Also thanks for having you buddy respond to my post. ALSO THANKS TO AU IN SUPPORT OF THE USA AND WORLD. --STARS AND STRIPERS...FOREVER! FIGHT TERRORISM, GO ON A FISHING TRIP. Tight lines at sea, screamin kids at home!

10-18-2001, 05:56 PM

G'day RSS If that's the case then I would probably stay i the waders, relax and then attempt to get myself upright. Different story down here with the ones we have where I would be inclinded to bail out of them as Thor suggested given they would fill up quick and get real heavy. As an aside, what kind of line are you using on the Alvey? And yes, only reel in on the downward stroke as a general rule. Unless you have been onto a big fish then the line should not be packing down real tight. Likewise with the rod length and am sure the qw footer will make a difference as well. 9 ft is a bit short for that sized reel. Burnin Thumbs! Steve B Moderator Lures/Baits Forum <A HREF="http://www.demonjigs.com" target="_new">http://www.demonjigs.com</A>

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