Angler Spotlight

Essentials
Name:

David Elgas
AH Handle:

Boogie-D
Fishing experience:

Since early days with pops. He got me hooked by using live shrimp and catching butter mouth perch from the jetty.

Kayak:

Hobie
Gear:

Ugly Stick, Shimano Torium 30, 80 lbs. Red Power Pro main line, Spro Swivel, 80lbs flouro leader.

Favorite Bait:

Opelu (off shore) O'ama (inshore)

Break It Down
First fish caught on kayak?

Omilu with o'ama.

Craziest/scariest story on the water?

Solo trip to the west side ended up in the Ka'ena point rip, the body was starting to cramp up, thought I wasn't going to make it for a few moments.

Favorite Fish to catch?

Big Mahi.

How did you get into this sport?

From many shoreline fishing white washes. Looking for a cheap boat, I was inspired by and tutored by Steve Heusser.

Favorite fishing saying?

"Enjoy The Day"
What would you tell someone who is thinking of getting into kayak fishing?

Start by getting all your safety stuff first. Learn from the awesome anglers on the AH forum.

What do you want to be remembered for in this sport?

I want to be remembered as a good man before anything else in life. In kayak fishing I want to be remembered for my contributions in helping to inspire others. I also hope to be remembered as a strong competitor, a good paddler, and a solid fisherman.

This Or That
Gaff or Kage?

Better with Gaff as of now but I carry both. Still waiting for my first kage kill.
Circle or J?

Circle (front) j (rear).
Mono or Fluoro?

Fluoro.

Spinner or Conventional?

Both: favorite reel: Shimano Torium 30.

Paddle or Pedal?

Paddle, Pedal and Sail.

Rudder or Self steer?

Rudder.

Suntan lotion or no need?

Sun Block Bath's.
Be nice or Boost 'um Chad!

Boost um especially in tournaments helps me to get a bait back in the water quickly.
Hawaii Goes Fishing or let's Go Fishing?

Both.
Monster, Gatorade or Water?

Vitamin Water revive & Green Tea.
Early out or Late in?

Early out, if bite no good then late in. Pound.
Mike Sakamoto, Harry Kojima or Ben Wong?

All (RIP MS).
Poke or Sash?

Both at the same time on a bed of cabbage with panzu and wasabi.