im scared - Striper Talk Striped Bass Fishing, Surfcasting, Boating

Christian · 09-08-2005, 02:06 PM

about to go get my over sand permit..either today or tommorow...
im scared of driving on the beach...should i be?

ive got a blazer..ive got the pressure gadge, tow strap, jack, jack support, shovel..rods, reels, PLUGS...anything else i might need?
tips? tricks? funny stories?

fishaholic18 · 09-08-2005, 02:09 PM

Just use your head and go easy, you'll be fine. Go out in the daylight first untill you get the hang of it.
Have a blast.

Diggin Jiggin · 09-08-2005, 02:14 PM

We always throw in a jug of water in case it overheats...

NaCl H2O · 09-08-2005, 02:34 PM

Sounds like you have it covered. I did my first trip out with no experience. Just air down and have fun. Kind of like driving on marshmallow fluff

MAC · 09-08-2005, 02:46 PM

Where are you going Christian? Sandy Neck ?

luds · 09-08-2005, 02:57 PM

Last year was my first year with an oversand pass. It feels a little odd the first time you are driving on the sand in the middle of the night. I found my self changing spots on the beach more than I should have because it was so much easier to move around. Like others said just use your head.

I Hope it helps you access some good fishing. Good luck!

Gloucester2 · 09-08-2005, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by MAC

Where are you going Christian? Sandy Neck ?

Find your own spots you old buzzard

Bass Babe · 09-08-2005, 03:03 PM

I would suggest you bring a board or two to wedge in front of your tires in case you get stuck in the sand. Also, look out for teenagers. They're something to be scared about, the way they speed and don't pay attention. (And yes, I'm sure there are some old people who do the same thing and not all teenagers do...but this is what I've seen, gimme a break on the PC stuff)

NIB · 09-10-2005, 02:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Christian

about to go get my over sand permit..either today or tommorow...
im scared of driving on the beach...should i be?

ive got a blazer..ive got the pressure gadge, tow strap, jack, jack support, shovel..rods, reels, PLUGS...anything else i might need?
tips? tricks? funny stories?

FIRE EXTINGUISHER.19 dollars can save ur vehicle.

vineyardblues · 09-10-2005, 07:16 AM

use 4 high

VB

l.i.fish.in.vt · 09-10-2005, 07:43 AM

another item is a high powered flashlite or lantern and extrea batteries, changing a tire with good lite is much easier than in the dark.

Karl F · 09-10-2005, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by vineyardblues

use 4 high

VB

yep, low on your vehicle is for when your in trouble.
Mr. Sams is right on what he runs/ran I used to run low range/second gear when I had a real truck too

.. but, small rig like yours high range, AOD off, 10 pounds of air, you will go anywhere.
Fire exting, assorted tools, good light, all good stuff.

capesams · 09-10-2005, 10:08 AM

AND fa god's sake don't run the beach at nite with ya light's on..ground's fa getting shot at.

YA Karl....4 low.track's...get out and let the truck go by itself down the beach without u in it...use to tie a rope to the mirror and walk my truck...people wood look and say wth???..I'd look at them and say nice day for a walk.

Christian · 09-13-2005, 08:30 PM

i dropped pressure a bit more. its alot better. like 10ish.

getting fishies too!!!!!!

think i got some nice pics with a disposeable. ill post em once the camera is full.

i feel so cool.