So, what do 2 50+ year old kids do when they get a little extra money? Do they put it away for their retirement like they should…or do they blow it on another toy just like a 12 year old?
It was just a matter of time. We fished out of Gil’s yaks at the FL Fish-In and it was a blast. So, over the past 2 weeks we accumulated more “floating stock”, a pair of kayaks.
Ken found a leftover 2005 Heritage Redfish for a sweet deal. Nice yak. I really liked paddling it. I took a chance on a brand new introduction, the Liquid Logic Manta Ray. This yak is nicely outfitted; but, I think I like paddling the longer yak. I’ll give it some more time to see if I change my mind.
Our first outing was Sunday on Furnace Bay at the top of the Chesapeake. Water temps were in the mid-40’s (not like FL) and we wore waders and boots to stay relatively dry. The wind was howling (just our luck) and there were a few whitecaps. We learned very quickly that if the tide is running and the wind blowing, it’s going to take some “heavy” paddling to make any headway!
We still had a blast! Thanks for hooking us on the new addiction!!!
Dianne
Diane, congratulations on your new toy. what lenght yak did you get and does it have a rudder system?
Enjoy
Philip
He is Florida Ski Bum, now you are Maryland Ski Bums ! Just guess the water yak skiing is a bit different in the colder waters; like MD ( doctor ) needed when one yaks almost nekked in the bay !
Why wait 'til you retire to have fun. Congratulations on blowing your nest egg!! 
Glad to see you have yourself a kayak. Just be careful.
One of the best things you can do for yourself is re-entry practice. Getting back in is no problem when you’re in knee deep water but having to pull yourself back in when you can’t touch is a different story.
There are “balloons/inflatable floats” that attach to your paddle blade while the shaft of the paddle is attached to your kayak. This helps keep the kayak from wanting to tip while you’re trying to climb in.
There is also a “stirrup” you can keep attached to your kayak that helps for getting back in. These are especially good to compensate for a lack of upper body strength.
Just things to think about BEFORE you have to think about them.
Just tricks of the trade that can be found on various websites. Tons of stuff out there … enjoy.
Gil
p.s. Do not anchor a kayak in fast moving water.