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    Default New kayak fisherman


    Greetings,

    A couple of years ago I sold my Champion 186 when both kids hit college and I was working more than I should. I could not stay away any longer and was looking for an alternative way to get on the lake.

    Today, I purchased a Future Beach Trophy 126 today from a fellow on Craigslist. Seems like a middle of the road ride and will serve to get me to some of my fishing holes.

    I'll be lurking on the side, looking for some pointers. Any advice will be appreciated.

    Tight lines, Wally "FishnFed"
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    Away good to have another kayak fisherman.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SuperDave336 View Post
    Away good to have another kayak fisherman.
    What he said, Pop

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    Pointers you'll find. Plastic boats are a sure fun way to fish. Catch a big one and you will go for a sleigh ride.
    Check out some YouTube videos. I watch all kinds of people fishing for ideas and tactics. Try zoffinger for some easy ideas on kayak upgrades.

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    Yaks are a lot of fun.
    When I use mine
    I like getting into areas that big boats can’t go.
    also great for rivers just for fun.
    Get our during warm weather to learn the limitations of the craft .
    Good luck!



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    Find yourself a kayak fishing buddy ASAP in your local area. It's much safer fishing together since you can look out for one another. Only your kayak fishing buddy can truly understand/share the joy/pain of fishing from a kayak. I'm lucky to have one that likes kayak fishing as much as I do. If the crappies are biting, it darn hard for the both of us to leave regardless of the weather condition.

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    A high viz flag is a good idea. Never hurts to be seen. I also like paddle blades to be a bright color. They stand out when you are paddling and make you more visible.
    The love for fishing is one of the best gifts you can pass along

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    Default Good Luck With Your New Ride

    Fishing from a kayak is a lot of fun. I don't know about you, but my problem is, and always has been, transporting it to the water. (cartopping) At my age I just don't have the strength anymore to heave the yak up on top of a SUV. I have a real low use Malibu Mini-X that has been peacefully sleeping the the garage for the last 8 years or so. I know Thule has some lifters that would probably work, but the real answer would be a small pickup truck. I have seen some recent mods I would do to add a seat that would get me high enough to eliminate "wrinkle butt", and the Mini-X has a terrific beam so the chances of rolling it are slim. I bought it for small water and it is perfect for that. What approaches would anyone consider to ease transport? I don't mean to hijack this thread, so if the Mod would like to move it no problem. I'm just thinking that a new kayak fisherman may be facing the same problem. They are a blast to fish with, and can get you to some really nice unwadeable water where the fish don't see many fishermen.
    Good luck with your fishing adventures!
    Bob
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    Welcome to kayak fishing and this forum. You will find a lot of great information and a lot of ideas to make you yak more user friendly.
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    A small trailer would probably be your best bet. The hullivators are very nice, I know acouple of people that have them and if you are going to car top they are the way to go and worth the money if they get you back out on the water. If you could find a Native Ultimate Kayak in th Tegris material it is a stable 12' kayak and only 37 lbs seat and all. The Tegris has been my life saver when it comes to a bad back. One more choice would be get a Kayak fishing buddy to help load and unload.



    Quote Originally Posted by BobC View Post
    Fishing from a kayak is a lot of fun. I don't know about you, but my problem is, and always has been, transporting it to the water. (cartopping) At my age I just don't have the strength anymore to heave the yak up on top of a SUV. I have a real low use Malibu Mini-X that has been peacefully sleeping the the garage for the last 8 years or so. I know Thule has some lifters that would probably work, but the real answer would be a small pickup truck. I have seen some recent mods I would do to add a seat that would get me high enough to eliminate "wrinkle butt", and the Mini-X has a terrific beam so the chances of rolling it are slim. I bought it for small water and it is perfect for that. What approaches would anyone consider to ease transport? I don't mean to hijack this thread, so if the Mod would like to move it no problem. I'm just thinking that a new kayak fisherman may be facing the same problem. They are a blast to fish with, and can get you to some really nice unwadeable water where the fish don't see many fishermen.
    Good luck with your fishing adventures!
    Bob

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