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Kayak Fishing Must Haves

Kayak Fishing Must Haves

In the video “Kayak Fishing Must Haves” we take a few minutes and cover a series of tools that will make your kayak fishing experience a bit easier.

Rod Holder / Milk Crate

You’re going to need a way to store rods on the kayak and a milk crate is one of the best options. You can modify it however you see fit and it’s removable. If you get a new kayak you can just remove the bungees and you’re good to go!

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Push Pole

A push pole is a fantastic option for anglers fishing in shallow water and it doubles as an anchor when needed!

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Net

You’re going to need a net and if you buy a good one you will have it forever and its one of the most important must haves for kayak fishing.

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Boomerang Snip

Re-tying on the water can be a pain if you’re not organized. The Boomerang Snip makes quickly re-tying easy.

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Fish Grips

The Fish Grips do a great job of protecting the fish and your hands. We like to carry two sets just incase we need a quick stringer.

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Pliers

I highly recommend purchasing a pair of pliers with the split ring attachment. It will make changing treble hooks very easy! Its an important must haves for kayak fishing.

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De-hooker

A hook remover is perfect for unhooking King Mackerel or deeply hooked fish that traditional pliers wouldn’t be able to reach!

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Dry Bag

A dry bag is the perfect way to store your keys, wallet, and electronics. We never go fishing without one!

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Measuring Board

A measuring board prevents you from keeping any fish that aren’t legal and is a must have for kayak fishing.

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Kayak

A kayak, yes you need a kayak to go fishing!!!

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We hope “Kayak Fishing Must Haves” will save you time on the water and help you land more fish.

Kayak Fishing Must Haves

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Kayak Fishing for Beginners

Kayak Fishing for Beginners

Our blog “Kayak Fishing for Beginners” takes a quick look at what you need to get started.

Kayak Fishing is a fantastic way to catch fish while enjoying the outdoors but presents a unique set of challenges.

Safety

Safety should be the number one concern when first starting out and you should take the time to look into what safety equipment is required in your state.

If you’re fishing in Florida checkout “Florida Kayak Regulations.”

It’s also important to consider where you will be fishing. Florida offers a variety of opportunities, from freshwater to offshore.

We recommend spending sometime in calm and protected waterways before attempting to go offshore.

This will allow you to work out any rigging issues prior to launching in the surf.

***WEAR YOUR LIFEJACKET***

Weather

Checking the weather prior to your trip is very important.

You should consider which direction the wind and tides are moving prior to launching and plan accordingly.

As a general rules of thumb, you should always work your way into the wind/tide so that you can return with the wind/tide at your back.

Selecting A Kayak

If you’re having trouble selecting a kayak we highly recommend checking out our blog/video “Selecting A Kayak.“

We recommend buying an older used kayak prior to diving head first into kayak fishing.

Although it’s an awesome way to fish, it’s not for everyone and anglers often spend thousands of dollars just turn around a sell their kayaks at the end of their first season.

Keep It Simple

New kayak anglers often think they need to bring the entire garage on their fishing trips and things get a little crowded.

We recommend “Simplifying Your Tackle Selection” before hitting the water.

The goal is to fish, not spend all day organizing a floating fishing store.

Thank you for taking the time to read “Kayak Fishing for Beginners.”

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Selecting A Kayak

Selecting A Kayak

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Selecting a kayak can be a challenging process and we hope this video/blog helps you make an informed decision.

It’s important to demo a variety of kayaks prior to purchasing.

When purchasing a kayak it’s easy to “fall head over heels” but we recommend taking the process slowly and shopping around.

When you’re selecting a kayak consider the following:

  • How/where will you store the kayak?
  • How will you transport the kayak?
  • Will you be fishing in a small stream or a large open body of water?
  • Would you prefer to pedal or paddle?

Those are just a few questions that will help make your decision process easier!!!

Selecting A Kayak

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Waders For Kayak Fishing

Waders For Kayak Fishing

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Finding the right Waders For Kayak Fishing can get a little tricky and expensive.

Over the years we have narrowed down our favorite pair of waders and boots.

This video is going to give you a quick look at the products we use to stay dry while kayak fishing in the winter months.

Selecting the correct Waders For Kayak Fishing  and staying dry goes along ways towards keeping your warm while you’re on the water.  

Tides can be very low during the winter months and you never know when you’re going to have to drag your kayak through 2″ deep water.

Thanks for reading…

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We enjoy hearing from our readers and are here to help you guys catch fish.

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Old Town Predator PDL Maintenance (Video)

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Old Town Predator PDL Maintenance

Old Town Predator PDL Maintenance is important.

Proper maintenance will prevent you from having any issues while on the water!

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We use six Old Town Predator PDL’s on a day to day basis.

We use them to run our kayak business and have complete faith in the product.

In 2017, I personally fished from an Old Town Predator PDL over 25o times.

I’ve had the opportunity to use the kayak in a huge variety of conditions, from Inshore to Offshore.

The PDL is a fantastic platform.

We will continue to use them through the 2018 season.

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Simplify Your Tackle Selection

Simplify Your Tackle Selection

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Its true, you have way to much tackle and you should Simplify Your Tackle Selection.

This video is going to explain the three lures we use to catch Speckled Trout and Redfish throughout the year.

Keep it simple and you will catch more fish!

If you watched the video you saw a box full of wasted money.

Simplify your tackle selection not only saves you money but it will save you time.

Changing lures and constantly going back and forth on your decisions prevent you from fishing.

The best way to ensure you are successful is to keep it simple.

The more time on the water, the more fish you are going to catch.

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Taking Notes

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Correctly planning a fishing trip makes the difference between being successful and it starts with Taking Notes!

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It’s much easier to plan a fishing trip when you have information/data to look back on and thats why taking notes after every trip is important.

The information you gather when you are learning is valuable but its very easy to forget or overlook.

When I first started fishing along the coast I had a lot to learn and I started taking notes.

These notes laid the foundation for everything I know and have made difference time and time again.

Background

I have had opportunities to fish with some excellent anglers over the years and they all have had one thing in common.

They knew where the fish were going to be and why they were going to be there.

Many years ago, an older gentleman told me to document the conditions of every trip.

I was young and didn’t understand why it mattered, but now I realize that this man didn’t catch fish because he had the best rod or reel.

He caught fish because he knew where the fish were going to be and why they were going to be there.

When attempting to figure an area out, be sure to document what you find.

In doing so, you will find trends.

Once you find the trends, you won’t need to take notes.

Identifying Trends

Here’s a short story and perfect example:

A few years ago, I began fishing a body of water that many said was a difficult area to fish.

I had previously fished the area several times without much success, and my opinion started to align with everyone else’s.

After reviewing my notes, I realized that all of my trips, on this particular body of water, had one thing in common — the tidal stage.

Even though these trips were spread out over the course of the year, I knew I needed to fish it under different conditions.

Let me tell you, that place is one of the most productive Speckled Trout fisheries in the area!

The moral of the story is simple. You will never know what you are doing wrong if there’s nothing to look back on.

Take notes and use them when planning a fishing trip.

Those fishing notes will make a huge difference in the number of fish you land.

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Conditions for Offshore Kayak Fishing

Conditions for Offshore Kayak Fishing

Understanding safe conditions for Offshore Kayak Fishing

The temperatures begin to rise in May rising and the conditions for Offshore Kayak Fishing are just around the corner.

The Gulf Coast is filling with tourist and the locals are beginning to think about chasing King Mackerel.

As the world of kayak fishing grows daily, more and more anglers are venturing offshore. This often leads inexperienced kayak anglers into dangerous situations.

Understanding the weather is one of the most important aspects of Offshore Kayak Fishing.

Weather Checklist for Kayak Fishing Offshore

This blog is going to briefly cover a set of guidelines that we use to avoid taking unnecessary risks.

Knowing the limits of your kayak, yourself, and your gear is key when Kayak Fishing Offshore.

Remember – There’s no fish worth risking your life.

Wind – How much is too much?

The wind is pretty calm in the mornings this time of the year, but increases in strength as the day goes on.  Anytime the wind is forecasted to be equal or greater than 10 MPH, we get off of the water.

  • As the wind increases, the surf will grow.
  • Northern winds push water off of the beach. This will calm the surf, making for an easy launch and landing.
  • South winds push water to the beach. This increases the height of surf, making a more challenging launch and landing.

(NOTE: North wind will continually push you south and make returning to the beach difficult. Last Spring, there were multiple kayakers rescued by Cobia boats because they did not understand how much the wind affects a kayak in open water)

For accurate wind information we use:

https://www.windfinder.com/forecast/santa_rosa_island_navarre_pier_beach.

Surf – How much is too much?

Like the wind, the surf is pretty calm first thing in the morning, and usually increases as the day progresses. It is important to keep that in the back of your mind.  Summer time breezes shift to the South East around midday and the surf will be much larger than it was at first light.

We never launch my kayak if the surf is 2-3 ft and growing.

For accurate surf information we use:  http://magicseaweed.com/Navarre-Beach-Surf-Report/651/.

Wind and Surf conditions are equally important and should always be monitored together.

Offshore Kayak Fishing is a lot of fun, but remember that things can quickly take a turn for the worst.

Continue to monitor the conditions for Offshore Kayak Fishing throughout your trip.

Stay Safe. Have Fun. Go Fishing.

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