Kayak Spider Rig

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11-12-2013, 09:47 AM
honeybadger

Kayak Spider Rig

I was wondering if anyone has put a spider rig configuration on their kayak or found the best way to mount 4 rods for trolling. I just bought a Ride 135 (Wilderness Systems Kayak - Ride 135 - FREE SHIPPING) and plan to take it out on Kentucky Lake in the spring for some crappie and would appreciate any tips! I'm planning on getting some Ram Rodholders (RAM Rod Holder 1.5" Ball Mount) and mount them to the Slidetrax rail.

Thanks for the advice!
11-12-2013, 12:06 PM
bfish

Spyderlok (or one of the others) will work fine. You might have to shorten them a little bit but you still want clearance over your legs (easy to get in and out). No need for expensive rams for spider-rigging.
11-12-2013, 12:12 PM
Knot2Bad

How are you mounting the trolling motor and Electronics?
11-12-2013, 12:19 PM
honeybadger

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Originally Posted by Knot2Bad

How are you mounting the trolling motor and Electronics?

I'm planning on mounting the Lowrance Elite 4 DSI and my iPhone with Ram Mounts from my slidetrax system or make a table mount out of cutting board that goes across and install mounts to that. I'm gonna use Navionics app on my phone.

As for the trolling, I'll just be using a paddle for now going over some spots I've got in mind.
11-12-2013, 09:25 PM
flintcreek

Go to the Alabama Forum and search for Predator 130 he has Hi-Tek Rod Holders on his Kayak and it is a nice custom set up. Hopefully one day I will get my own set of Hi-Tek Rod holders for my boat.
11-12-2013, 09:33 PM
honeybadger

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Originally Posted by flintcreek

Go to the Alabama Forum and search for Predator 130 he has Hi-Tek Rod Holders on his Kayak and it is a nice custom set up. Hopefully one day I will get my own set of Hi-Tek Rod holders for my boat.

Thanks flintcreek!
11-16-2013, 12:43 PM
Stymie

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HiTeks by Callshy
11-16-2013, 05:36 PM
honeybadger

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Originally Posted by Stymie

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HiTeks by Callshy

Thanks for the picture Stymie! Did you create that spider rig yourself or did you buy it somewhere? Could you send me the details? This is the best looking spider rig I've seen on a kayak so far! Also, how long are the poles you're using? Thanks for sharing!
11-16-2013, 07:39 PM
jimp

Check out madd frog gear, they make some pretty cool (a bit pricey) but nice/handy/convenient stuff for yaks. I've got some of it on my Ride 115 for rod holder mounting and FF mounting as well. Very easy to put on at the ramp using the slide traxs and those screws. Check out drift master rod holders, can use a small T bar for2 rods or a larger one for 4 rods, well built and sturdy holders. Mount very easily to the madd frog platforms.

Look in this forum for some posts by me and you should find some pics of my set up and others as well. Enjoy
11-16-2013, 08:08 PM
Stymie

The rod holders are HiTeks by Callshy.

The dashboard holding the sideimaging unit came from madd frog ( see jimp comments above ). Even with the extenders, it was too tight to my thighs when I had holders on it. I changed course and moved it to my ankles to hold my fishfinder and had Scott make me some custom HiTeks.

Those rods are 12 feet long, about as long as I dare use with a kayak. I also carry a little 5 1/2 footer that I cast with.

The reels are Eagle Claw's from Grizzly Jig. They cost about $13 each.
11-22-2013, 12:13 AM
TurboDan

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Has anyone tried using Scotty rod holders in gear tracks? The ones in pics above look like they would be really easy to lift up pole (and set hook?). I currently have two Scotty's and thought of getting two more and place a little more forward as a spider rig sollution. Thoughts?

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- danny

PS: Disregard messy garage...
11-22-2013, 07:58 AM
Stymie

The Scotty's are not infinitely adjustable up/down and side/side. You have to mount them perfectly or your rod spacings and tip heights will be off.
12-10-2013, 03:28 PM
Predator130

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I now have a ride 115 so I'm working on something similar to stymie for mine. However I want to make sure to incorporate the Hi-teks cause they are nice. If you do go with Scotty's Hook1 has some spacers that let you have infinite adjustment up and down.

Scotty Slip Disks - No. 415 - IN STOCK!
12-17-2013, 09:13 AM
texascrappiefisherman

I really like Stymie's design. I think my Slayer is about to get "spider rigged"!!! :highfive

I currently use two YakAttack Zooka Tube rod holders in the gear tracks but would like to be able to use 4 rods.
12-17-2013, 08:20 PM
TurboDan

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Originally Posted by texascrappiefisherman

I really like Stymie's design. I think my Slayer is about to get "spider rigged"!!! :highfive

I currently use two YakAttack Zooka Tube rod holders in the gear tracks but would like to be able to use 4 rods.

been talking to Scott at Hi-Tek about design that will work with Scotty Gear heads. Two rod holders that will work on left and right side. He seemed interested. Still waiting for update. Might give him a poke. Might help if more interest was shown. If you have Slayer or yak with gear tracks, think this idea will work well.

-Danny