Very compact crab traps that still WORK

timflan

Are there any? I want to keep a crab trap or two aboard during the season, but I don't want it to be such a burden that I resent its presence, or leave it behind when I'm out for a cruise. I've found a couple that seem to collapse or fold up quite small. My friend Aaron and I have written about them here:

http://www.navagear.com/2007/03/another-clever-folding-crab-trap/
http://www.navagear.com/2007/02/building-a-better-crab-trap/

Any experience with either one? Any conjecture about how well either of these might work?

Thanks!

Larry H · Posted: Sun Apr 01, 2007 2:03 am Post subject:

timflan,

I like that flex fold trap.

Do you have any idea where they are sold?

timflan · Posted: Sun Apr 01, 2007 9:55 am Post subject:

I ran across it in the Fisheries Supply website (the old Crow's Nest store here in Seattle). Claims they are on "back-order", but with very small manufacturers, that's the rule, not the exception. I have not seen one in person.

Dora~Jean · Posted: Sun Apr 01, 2007 11:08 am Post subject:

OK all you 'crabby experts' out there, which design do you suppose will work best - pyramid or low cylindrical shape?

Is there something similar that's collapsable for shrimp perhaps?

Adeline · Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 1:43 am Post subject:

I like the Flex-Fold too. But I wouldn't let it out of my sight to go fishing. Too spendy. Why not hang around while it soaks and cast for crabs with one of these http://www.ospreyrods.com/4_crab_grabber.htm Kids love 'em.

Adeline · Posted: Tue Apr 03, 2007 1:16 am Post subject:

Here's some more http://www.popeyesmarine.com/Marine%20Gear.htm

timflan · Posted: Tue Apr 03, 2007 4:00 pm Post subject:

I was out fishing with Tom (starcrafttom) Sunday, and he mentioned something that's probably significant to newbies like me: there's a good chance you'll lose some traps at first, so get cheap ones. Still, if the manufacturer sent me a free one to try...

Adeline · Posted: Tue Apr 03, 2007 4:54 pm Post subject:

Chester · Posted: Tue Apr 03, 2007 9:20 pm Post subject:

Let me make something clear, I don't know anything about crabbing.
That said, who's gonna train the crabs to climb the pyramid?

flapbreaker · Posted: Thu Nov 22, 2007 1:46 pm Post subject:

These are crab rings and not traps but I thought I'd pass the info along. Seems like a guy could easly store one or two on board for some casual crabbing.

http://www.reddenmarine.com/site/new-detail.cfm?id=CKICK007

You can dowload the PDF for more detail here:

http://www.reddenmarine.com/site/pdf/CoilAwayBrochure.pdf

Fishermans marine in Portland carries them. Usually 39.99 but on sale this week for 22.88

flapbreaker · Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2008 11:37 pm Post subject:

Just to follow up on my last post. I've seen these crab rings in person at the sportsman show and I think would be ideal for the c-dory. Especially if a guy wanted to always have one or two on board at all times. They are light and when folded are no bigger round than a 5 gallon bucket. Infact, folded, they fit in the bottom of a bucket. I'll probably pick a few up. You can view a video of how they work on their website. Just thought I'd pass this along.

http://crabkinginc.com/

breausaw · Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2008 1:25 am Post subject:

Capn Jack · Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2008 11:42 am Post subject: Magic Crab Traps

Magic Crab Traps Crook

...Seems there's always someone coming up with a better one. Smile

Personally I use the 2 1/2' square, fold-up,metal,black plastic coated ones. I store them (4) folded up against the inside of the hull, held in place with rubber snubbers. It's the floats and lines that are awkward to store. As for nylon netting covered traps.....Trying to get a crab out, that's entangled in one of those can be a hassle. Wink

One of the best things to buy for crabbing is a roll of 3/4" velcro. Cut off pieces to hold line coils, folded traps, etc. Thumbs Up

Jack

Hoping for Sunshine

flapbreaker · Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2008 11:54 am Post subject:

Crab traps are like mouse traps. Someone always trying to build a better one.

Wandering Sagebrush · Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2008 5:21 pm Post subject: Mouse Traps

I went with the Crab King ring for Constant Craving. They are some compact that it can store just about anywhere. $28 seemed worth it. If we are working Tillamook or the ocean, I will take the big traps, but when we are on a cruise, the traps seem overkill. Besides, pulling the rings is a form of entertainment, and just a couple of crabs is enough.

Steve