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New Kayak. Need recommendations for gear
Posted on 12/25/13 at 10:51 pm
Posted on 12/25/13 at 10:51 pm
My girlfriend surprised me with a kayak for Christmas. She got me $299 sit in model so I'm going back to academy to trade it in for Heritage Angler 10'.
I know it's just a basic model and there are lots of other ones that are better.
I plan on doing freshwater fishing, mostly bream, sac-a-lait, and going to try my hand at bass fishing.
What I need from the OB are some must have accessories for the beginning Yaker.
Such as:
Paddle recommendations
Water proof GPS
Anchor systems
Any other tips or tricks that will be helpful?
Thanks in advance.
I know it's just a basic model and there are lots of other ones that are better.
I plan on doing freshwater fishing, mostly bream, sac-a-lait, and going to try my hand at bass fishing.
What I need from the OB are some must have accessories for the beginning Yaker.
Such as:
Paddle recommendations
Water proof GPS
Anchor systems
Any other tips or tricks that will be helpful?
Thanks in advance.
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Posted on 12/25/13 at 11:17 pm to TheOfficial
Check out my official kayak thread. You can find a link in the stickied thread above.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 4:44 am to TheOfficial
Yes, Kayak thread has a ton of info for you.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 5:28 am to TheOfficial
Get a comfortable seat. That's the one downside to my kayak.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 5:49 am to LSURoss
Must. Have. PolarPop...
Posted on 12/26/13 at 6:04 am to xenon16
Yep. Gotta have a Polar Pop!!
Posted on 12/26/13 at 6:44 am to LSURoss
I would recommend getting a 12' kayak if you can. It'll track a lot better and give you more room.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 7:45 am to TheOfficial
quote:
Yep. Gotta have a Polar Pop!!
Official, get a :
$50 Carlisle Magic paddle from Academy (230-240 cm).
A milk crate with 3 rod holder zip tied to it (tackle/rod storage)
Anchor trolley for about $30 (just be careful using an anchor system)
You should be good without a GPS right now, just focus on keeping it straight.
That should get you started. Go out with minimal gear to see how it feels, what you need, etc.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 7:56 am to LSUMurse
I've got a 12' sit on top and a 10' sit in and I find myself wanting to take the 10'. I don't take a lot of equipment with me though. My 12' tracks better but my 10' will glide/coast a lot further than the 12.
This thread is making me want to get out on the water.
This thread is making me want to get out on the water.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 8:32 am to TheOfficial
if you are river yaking, then put a cheap pvc extension on your flush mounted rod holders. i tend to lose rods a lot when we hit the rocks.
as far as the anchor.....just tie a 10 pound weight to the side handle if you are in a lake.....anchor trolley systems are a bit outrageous.....
everything you need, you can pretty much improvise, then decide what you want later and pay the price for them if you deem them worth it.
i usually find that paying 40 bucks for an anchor and system is overkill.
we usually do 3 night trips on rivers, so going light weight is key.
as far as the anchor.....just tie a 10 pound weight to the side handle if you are in a lake.....anchor trolley systems are a bit outrageous.....
everything you need, you can pretty much improvise, then decide what you want later and pay the price for them if you deem them worth it.
i usually find that paying 40 bucks for an anchor and system is overkill.
we usually do 3 night trips on rivers, so going light weight is key.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 8:43 am to dstone12
quote:
anchor trolley systems are a bit outrageous
Couldn't disagree more. They are absolutely awesome to have when the wind picks up. I have a homemade one that I put together for less than $10. What exactly is outrageous about them if I can ask?
Posted on 12/26/13 at 8:48 am to dstone12
quote:
Couldn't disagree more
Depends on where you are fishing I guess... I love mine.
Anchor trolleys are great if you are using a stake out pole.
Anything 6ft> I use my stake out pole with the anchor trolley.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 8:51 am to Polar Pop
Yeah I couldn't live without mine. Although I do fish primarily marsh < 3' of water so I only use my cajun anchor.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 8:53 am to Polar Pop
Thank you everyone for all the suggestions and advice. I will definitely check out the thread as well.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 8:55 am to TheOfficial
Good luck man and have fun
What area do you live in? What bodies of water will you be fishing?
What area do you live in? What bodies of water will you be fishing?
This post was edited on 12/26/13 at 8:58 am
Posted on 12/26/13 at 9:04 am to VanRIch
quote:
I have a homemade one that I put together for less than $10. What exactly is outrageous about them if I can ask?
i guess my point went over a clueless head.
i am actually in favor of DIY and wouldn't pay 40 or 50 for an anchor trolley set that you'd find at gander or bp.
calm down just a hair.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 9:25 am to dstone12
Yeah I'm totally out of control 
I forgot this place is becoming more like the OT and disagreeing or trying to ask a question is frowned upon.
I forgot this place is becoming more like the OT and disagreeing or trying to ask a question is frowned upon.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 9:33 am to Polar Pop
I live in cenla. So all the local lakes around. I plan on staying off the red river. The lake I fish on the most is 15-20 feet at the deepest point. But I would normally be on the edge in the cypress trees.
Posted on 12/26/13 at 9:48 am to VanRIch
quote:
Yeah I'm totally out of control
Control yourself!
Posted on 12/26/13 at 9:55 am to TheOfficial
Nice.
I live in NWLA and fish with a couple of OB'ers regularly. If you can find any oxbows off of the Red they are pretty safe.
Welcome to the yak life.
I live in NWLA and fish with a couple of OB'ers regularly. If you can find any oxbows off of the Red they are pretty safe.
Welcome to the yak life.
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