Posted
by tomloge on 2002 PM:
buying a kayak
i'm looking to buy a small kayak that one person can handle. can't spend a lot of money. also, i have a small car. can i get a kayak that's easy for one person to handle? also, would i need to get roof raks for my car to transport it? any
info would be appreciated. thanks in advance.
Posted
by Bass Rat on 2002 PM:
I heard some good advice
regarding mason twine. But i don't recall. LOL
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by lastcastme on 2002 PM:
Tomloge
You should talk to ScottC.
He has a great kayak.
Just right for one person.
He even has it hooked up with a fishfinder!Check
this out also.
www.travelcountry.com
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by AKO on 2002 PM:
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Posted
by theole34 on 2002 PM:
hey kayakers
and future kayakers..
i found some info on kayak
stuff while searching for a possible future purchase.
kayak fishing 101
not exactly bass oriented, but good info.
also found this ..
Paddling.net
Interactive Buyers' Guide
enjoy
Posted
by Gregg on 2002 AM:
Rob the man with a
link for everything
Nice link bro, that
kayaking 101 is a must read for anyone thinking of it.
We have a couple of Yak-Happy fisherman would like to hear their pluses and
minuses of fishing in a kayak.
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Posted
by Meg on 2002 AM:
Hi Tom,
I have an Old Town Loon
also, as pictured above. It is classified as a recreational kayak, as opposed
to a touring or white water kayak. It is 12 ft long, about 50 pounds, and it is
fairly easy for me to put on the roof rack alone. Keep in mind, when I say
"fairly easy", I say that knowing that I have provided free
entertainment for many people at the launches... I have a Jeep Grand Cherokee
with roof racks, and only had to purchase two foam blocks to place on the rack
to center the kayak.
There are certainly pluses to fishing from a kayak. I can kayak up into areas
with 4-5 inches of water, where certain fish have never seen soft plastics. The
Loon is VERY stable, which for me with an abundance of natural grace (not), was
quite important! When you hook into a big smallie,
you go where it wants you to-I have been wedged between trees, etc. It is a ton
of fun. I will echo AKO's recommendation that you
thoroughly research your purchase!
Rob,
I think you shoule be NYBass'
official "provider of reference links"!
Posted
by Scott C on 2002 AM:
Kayak Selection
Tom-
My lovely wife bought me the kayak I have now after hearing me exclaim how much
I would like to get one and fish from it. She did little research on it and
basically shopped for price. As it turns out this was the nicest and most used
gift I have ever received. In the last year I have spent about 400+ hours in
this craft. It is the Perception Swifty. The most
basic recreational Kayak they have, designed for calm water. Its 9 1/2 ft long
and weighs about 34#'s. Very easy to put on the roof of my Pathfinder and easy
to carry on one shoulder. All I have is the basic foam pad/strap rack adapter
that cost about 50 bucks. I have taken this on long hauls up to the
Kayak cost about $350-375
PFD $ 50.00
Paddle- $40-60 for a decent one. ( dont
get suckered into the carbon fiber stuff unless you are racing or doing some WW
or going cross country) the extra few ounces is good for your arms !
Skirt- optional but handy in the rain or rough water $ 35-50
If you have a roof rack all you need is the pad/strap
system which is about $50
So you are looking at less than $600 to get started. And again as AKO
said....you WILL live on this once you try it !!
Have bagged a few 16-20 lb stripped bass on these in the back bays and let me
tell you....there is nothing like a good ole Nantucket Sleigh Ride !!! But all it really takes is a 3-4 # fish to pull ya around a bit. (oh yeah) collapsable anchor and 30 feet or line- about $20 Saves the
face from "brush rash" when being pulled into the sticks. (see Megs comment)
Here is a site that has good info....
Posted
by Scott C on 2002 AM:
site info
cant get it to attach for some reason.
try www.kayakfishing.com
Posted
by bobn on 2002 AM:
tomloge--go into ebay--there are almost
500 items under "kayak"---bobn
Posted
by tomloge on 2002 PM:
thanks everyone for all your posts and
great information. i really
do appreciate it. i look
forward to getting one & i'll keep you posted.
Posted
by Scott C on 2002 PM:
If you are going to the
meeting tonight we can talk more...
SC
Posted
by JOHN G on 2002 PM:
this is a classic nybass
thread: everyone chipping in with really vital information about the topic
asked....kudos to everyone for all the help that they have offered!!!! JOHN G
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Posted
by elect1960 on 2002 PM:
Kayak
Hi Tom,
I fish from a kayak most of the time, And It's great. I have a Walden scout http://www.waldensports.com/Scout_topsmall.gif
and one of my fishing partners has a Pungo from
wilderness systems. I have tried both and like the walden
better its more stable than the Pungo.
The Pungo has more cockpit space but not alot of deck space to mount all of the toys. I bought mine
from Ramsey sport in
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Posted
by Ken L on 2002 PM:
I think the first thing
most of us think of when the subject come up is the classic sit in type of
kayak. All watercraft are compromises of one sort or another and the drawbacks
would never have occurred to me if I hadn't hooked up with a few more
experienced kayak fishermen. To make a long story short if your primary purpose
is to FISH from a kayak let me strongly suggest that you consider a sit on top.
I offer the following reasons:
1. You will find far more occasions then I think is obvious to get out and wade
fish. The Kayak can get you to places that niether
boaters or waders can go. The Sit insides are a bear to get in and out of. a good fishing SOT will even let you swing sideways with
your legs in the water.
2. take a look on some of the kayak websites at the
directions for climbing back in if you dump. With a good Fishing SOT you just
pull yourself in sideways.
3. Sit inside kayaks can get hot.
4. SOT's are self bailing.
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Posted
by tomloge on 2002 PM:
hi scott,
i was lookingforward to
talking to you about the kayak at the meeting monday
night, but due to some last minute work problems ( a dumb trainee & an even
dumber boss), i couldn't make it tothe
meetng. maybe i'll see you at the next meeting or I'll run in to you at
Posted
by King Fisher on 2002 PM:
If you're looking for a
lightweight, versatile and easy to handle boat for fishing, also consider
canoes. Last year I picked up a used Old Town canoe for less than $300, it's
light enough (65#'s) that I can take on/off the roof of my truck by myself and
it handles great in the water, either by myself or with another person. There
is more than enough room to carry gear and anything else you can think of.
There are several brands that make small, lightweight canoes that can easliy be car topped.
If you have your heart set on a kayak, go with that, they are also alot of fun and great to fish from, but also consider a
small canoe.
Best of luck and have fun!!!
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Posted
by Scott C on 2002 AM:
Tom,
Sorry to have missed you. I might be at Ronko tonight
after work working the holes from the Brookhaven side. I should be there at
about 6-6:30. If I dont see you I will catch up with
you at our first tourney.
I have considered the SOT myself for my next Kayak. The only drawback for me is
that I use it all year. Nov-Mar can be rather chilly and the sit in can keep
you fairly toasty if you use a skirt. I think you would stay dryer as well. But
if you are going to use it only in fair weather then you may want to look into
the SOT for all the reasons Ken L mentioned.
SC
Posted
by bobn on 2002 PM:
kayak fishing
don't know if this was
mentioned in this thread--may--02 field and stream has an article on fishing
w/kayaks-part 1-evidently there will be more-may be of interest to you yakkers--bobn
Posted
by Ken L on 2002 PM:
We can't take kayaks out
in the ocean in the middle of a storm but much of the other time we can. I
suppose you could take a canoe out but not with me in it.
Kayaks are just so much more versatile. The very fact that the paddle is
resting across your lap ready to go to either side is a major advantage over a
canoe. you can also paddle most of them faster than a
trolling motor will push a canoe.
As far as cold weather comfort goes you can always put more clothes on and new
breathable waterproof fabrics are terrific. If it gets hot and your a mile from shore in a sit inside what do you do?
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Posted
by AKO on 2002 AM:
Guys, PLEASE take no offense to my
statement but, I own a sit-inside kayak and I fish YEAR round and I have NEVER
been TOO hot or TOO cold. I don't know about the rest of you but, when I am out
on the water the rest of my concerns ALL go out the window! I really NEVER
think of anything but, my predatory instincts and my prey. I know that I am
coming off somewhat arrogant but, all this talk of too hot, too cold has me
thinking that we are more concerned w/ creature comforts than with FISHING. I
have used both sit-on-top and cockpit and they BOTH bring me to my prey very
well. I still stand by my original sit inside kayak because it keeps me
insulated from the elements that TRY to get in the way of what I do best,
FISHING! Bring on the rain, snow, sleet, SUN, whatever you got lord, I AM READY!
BRING IT ON!!!!!!!!!!
Posted
by bobn on 2002 AM:
for sale ad in todays
gannett paper--kayak 12 1/2 '--like new--barely
used--$250.00--914 527 4516--no other info---bobn
Posted
by Scott C on 2002 AM:
There you have it.......A
true Yak Attacker !!!
AKO you are killing me ! That was just way too
funny......
Bring me to my prey......bring it on Lord ! HAHAHA
Great post !
Ken L Personally....I dont go
a mile off shore with my 9 ft Kayak. I enjoy the quiet waters in the back bays
if I go in the salt. I have access to a boat, I'll use
that if I need to go out in the ocean. In my opinion a mile
off shore in a yak just doesnt sound too safe.
Posted
by AKO on 2002 AM:
Scott, Believe it or not,
I do bring my kayak in the ocean. I have never fished w/ it though. I do have a
14.7ft boat though!
Posted
by Scott C on 2002 AM:
Oh I believe it....I have
gone out in the sound before. But I can catch all the species I target right in
the bay or at the inlet. No need to paddle that far or subject myself to an
unexpected wind shift. As you know it can change quickly out there. Thats what Dad's 29ft Luhrs is for !!!
Posted
by tomloge on 2002 PM:
GOT MY KAYAK TODAY!!! My
wife got me a kayak as a combination anniversary gift & early father's day
gift. can't wait to take it out. probably
gonna try in at
Posted
by Scott C on 2002 AM:
GOOD FOR YOU TOM !!!
Another Yakker.........what did you end up getting ?
Posted
by AKO on 2002 AM:
Congrats! Enjoy and
welcome to your new world! One of wonder, amazement, being so close to nature
that you will often FEEL like the rest of ther world
has disappeared. Remember that you must come back to earth every now and then!
-AKO
Posted
by Scott C on 2002 AM:
You really are going to
love it Tom. I had my first keeper striped bass of the season yesterday......I
ducked in tight to the weed line where no other boats could go and communed
with nature.......
Posted
by tomloge on 2002 PM:
i got a riptide (made by mainstream, i
think). my wife got if for me as a combination gift
(anniversary-19 long/wonderful years) & and early father's day gift. you'll see me on
Posted
by Scott C on 2002 PM:
Good for you man ! Happy anniversary too !
You will find that the lake can get pretty rough in no time....Obviously
Ronkonkoma will get rougher than most because of its exposure. The night I saw
you there it was really rough on the other side but nice and calm where we
were. Its calm more often than rough in most LI waters
so that drenching wont happen too much. Wait till you see all the places that you
can take it to that you cant access from the shore.
You are going to have a blast !
Good luck with it. I'll see ya out there.
SC