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re: I want a fishing Kayak
Posted on 2/5/16 at 9:23 am to deaconjones35
Posted on 2/5/16 at 9:23 am to deaconjones35
quote:There's no point since no one will invite me fishing.
You're a lawyer, man.....come off that money and go buy you a comfortable yak!
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Posted on 2/5/16 at 9:37 am to LSUlefty
I bought a $900 Tarpon 120 for $300 and a $1000 Native Manta 12' for $600 both from Craigslist in damn near brand new condition.
My advice, be patient. $1000 is a lot for a plastic boat. A few years ago, they were 300, now that Kayak and Paddleboarding is gaining popularity, the prices are going through the roof.
Do your research, cheaper brands from Academy or other sporting good stores are 2 piece hulls and have multiple reviews stating leaks from day 1.
I would recommend Wilderness Systems, Native, or Hobie. Jackson also makes a nice boat.
Rod holders are cheap and stores like Pack and Paddle will install for you. Don't fall prey to the fully loaded "fishing" kayak for 2 grand. You can fish out of any boat. As for sit in or sit on, its personal preference. Make sure you have the right length paddle, a few dry storage cases/compartments, and leashes or clips for anything you don't want to lose.
My advice, be patient. $1000 is a lot for a plastic boat. A few years ago, they were 300, now that Kayak and Paddleboarding is gaining popularity, the prices are going through the roof.
Do your research, cheaper brands from Academy or other sporting good stores are 2 piece hulls and have multiple reviews stating leaks from day 1.
I would recommend Wilderness Systems, Native, or Hobie. Jackson also makes a nice boat.
Rod holders are cheap and stores like Pack and Paddle will install for you. Don't fall prey to the fully loaded "fishing" kayak for 2 grand. You can fish out of any boat. As for sit in or sit on, its personal preference. Make sure you have the right length paddle, a few dry storage cases/compartments, and leashes or clips for anything you don't want to lose.
Posted on 2/5/16 at 9:43 am to AlxTgr
quote:
There's no point since no one will invite me fishing.
I'll be going a lot in the next couple months.
Posted on 2/5/16 at 9:49 am to reds on reds on reds
Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:01 am to AlxTgr
Getting close to that time of year
Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:03 am to Scooba
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Don't fall prey to the fully loaded "fishing" kayak for 2 grand.
Good advice. The "angler models" with 2 $10 flush mount rod holders and a $20 anchor trolley are definately not worth the extremely inflated markup.
Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:06 am to Polar Pop
I still haven't done a trolley. I don't feel like I am missing anything and like having one less contraption on the boat.
Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:09 am to AlxTgr
I, on the otherhand, have two, one on each side. I can't stand not being able to stay in one place.
For anyone looking to get started I suggest making a trip or two to figure out what you want and where you want it.
I'll be in either PAC or Cocodrie on Sunday it looks like.
For anyone looking to get started I suggest making a trip or two to figure out what you want and where you want it.
I'll be in either PAC or Cocodrie on Sunday it looks like.
Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:09 am to AlxTgr
If you go to Delacroix you gone need one for sure
Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:10 am to YOURADHERE
I can't stand to be in one place 
Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:25 am to AlxTgr
quote:
There's no point since no one will invite me fishing.
Just invite yourself like Pop did.
Tell me a weekend and we will make it happen....especially once we move further south. Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:26 am to deaconjones35
Gonna be perches for a while here. When is prime any idiot can catch fish time? Wait, it's salt-that's every time.
Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:29 am to AlxTgr
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Wait, it's salt-that's every time.
I wish.
Fall is the best time of year, then spring IMO. But you can catch year round. We will make it happen, Captain.
Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:32 am to deaconjones35
Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:43 am to AlxTgr
Anyone have any experience with the new Ascend FS128T? Think I'm finally getting close to pulling the trigger... thanks
Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:45 am to deaconjones35
quote:
.especially once we move further south.
Its going to be ON
Posted on 2/5/16 at 10:50 am to Polar Pop
Like a chicken bone.
Posted on 2/5/16 at 11:11 am to meltedmud
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Anyone have any experience with the new Ascend FS128T? Think I'm finally getting close to pulling the trigger... thanks
No experience with it personally but I'll say this, the FS12T is an excellent value as far a bang for you buck goes at $550. However, the FS128T will run you $800+ once you factor in taxes and yet is still plagued by some of the same issues as the FS12T, leaky scuppers, etc. So once rigged you'll be close to $1000 into an FS128T, personally I'd suggest skipping over it and looking for a used/demo of a better make and model. That demo list from Masseys has some amazing deals, craigslist and even some of the facebook pages have good bargains right now too. Winter time is a kayak buyer's market.
Posted on 2/5/16 at 11:36 am to AlxTgr
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That way, my tailbone is not supported in any way.
Not sure if one of these would help but it might:
Tailbone relief pad
Posted on 2/5/16 at 11:38 am to webstew
That's what I have done in a DIY way. I'll take pics.
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