Kayak on the fly info

[old geezer]

Gil and Mr. Micus have been helping me on this and I would like to hear from other Kayak fisherman. I will use the yak for lakes, rivers, ponds, and saltwater in that order. I will overnight camp also.

Redfish 14
Tarpon 14

I have narrowed it down to the above, pros and cons would be appreciated.

Thanks to all
Philip

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Excus my spelling and gramma, I hooked Mondays and Fridays so I could Hunt or fish.

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[Jed]

Old Geezer,
So you don't feel ignored, I am not familiar with those 'yaks so I can't advise. My suggestion would be a Pungo, 12 or 14'. The 12' is usually long enough for stability in most lakes or the ocean and more maneuverable in smaller waters.

I use my 12' Pungo mostly on rivers and ponds and then in the salt and on lakes. I had a 14' Old Town but found it too hard to steer and the extra stability in the ocean was negligable.

Is there a place where you can try one out. That can make a difference, especially concerning the seat and the area in the cockpit.

Hope I did not muddy the waters too much.

jed

[old geezer]

Jed, thanks buddy. I will be yaking at the fish-in. Michele likes the canoes and wants some space from me and I don't care for the single solo or the 18 fts we have for the salt. Gill and Dave have sucked me in and I am looking forward to getting out in one.

When I buy one I want to do it right the 1st time. I know I'll load it up with finder gps combo, rudder, holders, anchor etc.

Philip

[l1ranger]

geezer - I know lots of people that are loyal tarpon fans
they seem very similar to my OK prowler which I like very much - however, the redfish seems to be a bit wider and has a larger capacity. otherwise they seem quite similar to me without having ever used either.

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[PCRusty]

Geezer,

There is a web site called [url=http://www.paddle-fishing.com.:41380]www.paddle-fishing.com.[/url:41380] Do use the dash in between. That is just what the site is about, fishing from a yak. One of the countries best yak fishing suppliers is up there in Jersey near you too. the link to them should be on that site. before I went over to the dark side my son and I fished from a canoe. Our own Fl_Skibum posts on paddle-fishing as well.
I think the difference between the Redfish and the Tarpon depends on what you need... speed or stability.

Rusty <><

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"PC" is for Plant City not Politically Correct. if you wanna catch something ya gotta get a hook in the water

[old geezer]

Thanks for the input. I like to stand, so a flat bottom without the ridges is desireable. Stability is #1 , speed,enough that I don't have a heart attack fighting a stong wind and current getting back.


Michel and I where going to fish the edge of this rapids in the New River. The river won.




Philip

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Excus my spelling and gramma, I hooked Mondays and Fridays so I could Hunt or fish.

[This message has been edited by old geezer (edited 25 January 2006).]

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[Jed]

When stocking up don't forget the butane single burner stove and french press coffee pot. Because I am roughing it when I kayak I bring pre-ground coffee. A coffee grinder when kayaking is over the top, don't you think. You have GOT to have good coffee when kayaking

jed

[old geezer]

When we do our fishing/camping we have everything but the kitchen sink. Michele dehydrates all the food and when she adds water its a meal fit for a king. 1 year I lugged a 8" Meade Schmidt Cassegrain telescope and 75Lb tri pod 3 portages so we could enjoy the evening constalations and planets up in Canada. It was fantastic.

Philip

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Excus my spelling and gramma, I hooked Mondays and Fridays so I could Hunt or fish.

[GILs_GONE_WILD]

Hey Philip,

If you're not in any real hurry to buy, and since you've narrowed it down to those two, you are more than welcome to test drive my T-120 without rudder or the T-140 with rudder for a day when you come down.

Then we'll find a place to rent you a Redfish or Marquesa.

Gil

[old geezer]

Gil, thanks for the offer and all your help in research. It's nice to know I have an option. You lead and I'll follow.

Philip

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Excus my spelling and gramma, I hooked Mondays and Fridays so I could Hunt or fish.