73BLow
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Sell me on kayak fishing, guys. What are the advantages over a canoe?
I'm just getting back into open water fishing after going years without wetting a line. I have two canoes that I use (one with a keel and one without for moving water) and they seem to get the job done pretty well and I can load either one on top of my tiny city cars. Although kayaks tend to be slightly smaller, it doesn't seem like there is much difference and I like the fact that i can load my canoes with two people and a weekend worth of gear.
But, I'm easily convinced that there is new equipment I need to buy Explain the advantages of the kayaks so I can justify buying one for myself.
Prior to getting my Hobie, I wasn't sure what to say. Now that I have my 2015 Hobie Outback w/ Turbo fins and sailing rudder, I can tell you that I love casually cruising along at 3mph trolling a crank bait with my rod in my hand while my paddle is bungeed to the side. I can use it in any pond/lake and in the ocean. If I kick up the pace I am making a little wake. After the second trip, I was easily standing while fishing. When I start to wind drift, I lean over and "peddle" my Mirage drive with my hands to put me back in my spot. If I need to back up, I just lean over and grab my paddle and back up while standing. I can still cruise through 12" deep water by fluttering the fins. Really happy with my decision.
Cons: It weighs about 80lbs without the Mirage drive, seat, and my gear. Luckily I am sliding it into the bed of my truck and not on top of a car.
Crappy iPhone 4 vid just to see how it would come out. Trying to decide if I should get a GoPro and spend the time editing videos.
Getting in close to the stumps at Whitehall Reservoir:
With the full moon, I plan on going night fishing for my first time tomorrow night.
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