>try any tackle store--maybe Boss Tackle? there's 2 down your >way I think--kearny mesa and also vista. west marine has >another brand net for similar price. There are many other >boat supply places in SD. BTW, 24-30 inches is the handle >length, not net size. net is only about 7 x 9 inches, scoops >plenty of crabs though. I just hang mine on my fanny pack or >slip between waist of pants and belt so I'm mobile.
Fongster, Good News!
I went down to Boss Tackle in Vista and picked up a bait net with a 30 " handle and a rectangular scoop base of 15".
I'm sure this will be the ticket. It was in the price range that you had mentioned. $16+tax. The company that manufactures it is Ranger from the Midwest. Aluminum with real fine white mesh. I believe that it will do the trick!