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Spring Yellowtail, Coronado Islands

Mark McDaniels captured this 18 lb. Yellowtail in the Spring of 2003. S. Coronado Island, captured on 20 lb line, slow trolled sardine.  Photo by Floyd Sparks.

News

USCG Warning:

Beware of Shoddy EPIRB Replacement Batteries

Nov. 30, 2009 - The USCG has released a Safety Alert regarding shoddy EPIRB replacement batteries. Click HERE to read the full story...

OSJ Moves to New Platform:
We're Back!

February 8, 2009 - Well...it's been a while, but we have finally finished migrating OSJ to our new platform (Expression Engine, from Ellis Labs). OSJ now shares the same technology base as our sister site, Beyond The Breakwater

Why did we do it? We found we were spending more time working on the infrastructure of OSJ than we were on content. With this change, we can focus on the business of putting together content for this site!

Look for new articles and blogging notes shortly!





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Boating

Viable Alternative to an EPRIB?:
Here SPOT!


The SPOT satellite messenger promises to be a fun tool which will make you safer offshore. Should you buy one? Click HERE to read more.


Staying Organized:
The "Rack"

OSJ Storage rack
One of our project boat's most unusual features is our stainless luggage rack in front of the console.

Click HERE to get the whole story on what went into the thought and design...

Environmental Note:
What Really Happens to Recycled Oil?

Recycled Oil bottles
Is recycled 4-stroke oil as friendly to the environment as it sounds? Click HERE to read the full story.

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Recent Features

Manufacturer Profile:
Jones Brothers Marine

Jones Bros Marine
Jones Brothers Marine makes a great skiff. Click HERE to take a look at what they've done...

Boat Profile:
The Good Skiff

The Good Skiff
Can a wooden skiff be a good offshore boat? Click HERE to read about the Good Skiff...


Guide Boat Profile:
In Search of...Conway Bowman

Capt. Conway Bowman
We catch up with the host of "In Search of Fly Waters", and take a look at his ride. Click HERE to take a look at his Triton 240LTS...

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Fishing

Fishing on the Edge:
Going It Alone

Safety tether
Fishing offshore by yourself is not for everyone.

Click HERE to read about some things to think about before you try it.


You Know You Want to Try It!:
On The Fly Setup

Deep fish on fly gear

Bluewater fly fishing is a young sport that poses a special set of problems for skiff fishermen. Here are some ideas and suggestions on how to set up your skiff to maximum effectiveness, and minimize pain. Click HERE to read the full story...


Making the Most of It:
Weekend Warrior Tactics

Tidelog
Most of us have a limited amount of time to go fishing. What can you do to maximize your odds of catching fish? Click HERE to find out...



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View From the Helm

Feb. 17, 2009:
Mustang Survival Rescue Stick
Mustang Survival Rescue Stick
Mustang Survival's innovative Throwable PFD...

Click HERE to read more...


Oct. 1, 2006:
Media Notes

 Salps, temp breaks, birds, and more...

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Vessel Log

Oct. 15, 2009

Ouch! EMM Woes

 Nothing that $1,300 can't fix...

Sept. 18, 2009

First Marlin & Charging System Woes...

 A 135lb marlin offsets alarms & dead batteries...

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Tips & Tricks

February 28, 2009:
Inexpensive Dome Lighting

 Quick, easy, cheap...

Sep. 6, 2006:
Make Your Own Fender Teaser

 Save yourself a few bucks...

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Project Boat Scorecard

Raymarine DS600X
Check out the long-term performance of the various pieces of equipment we’ve installed in Toy Boat 2.

Click HERE to take a look at our Project Boat Scorecards.
E-TEC Operating Costs

Bombardier Recreational Products
Is Evinrude's E-TEC motor more costly to operate than a 4-stroke? Or not?? Here's the latest on our long-term cost data:

Latest expenditure - 10/23/06:
Replaced oil pump assembly to address false low oil alarm (warranty repair)
Cost: $0.00

Total expenditures, as of: 10/26/06:
Total: $146.41

Latest forecast of resale value @10 years - 01/02/07:
Estimated value: $2,300.00

Latest forecast of Total Cost of Ownership over 10 years - 01/02/07:
Estimated TCO: $7,229.00

To see how this compares to our estimates of costs for a Yamaha F90, click HERE.