Hey y'all. New to the group. Been kayaking for the past 14yrs. Always carried a pole with me and that was the extent of my kayak fishing. I previously used a tarpon but after looking at a pic a buddy took I'm pretty sure I'm over the weight limit. I pulled out my Mainstream tandem stalker and put on a rod holder, build a crate rod holder. I know it's not a sit on top, but with the rear seat out and front slide to the middle I have tons of room, can easily get in and out of it while in the water, hold my weight and plenty of stuff.

Had a lil test run at a pond last week and noticed I needed some minor things. Also noticed a yeti is not a good choice for a cooler/rod holder. Thing pulled a vacuum and had to pull drain to open which let water in. I got a fish finder but haven't had time to figure out how I want to install it so that will be coming along at some point. Hope all goes well. Oh and don't laugh at my trail beaten kayak. Village creek did a number on it and trail riding with it gave it a good beating.

Looks like you and the dog are ready to go. Let us know how it goes.

So much wrong with that comment. Funny as h'll though.

Where you from man? I was born and raised in Hawkins.

D, don't apologize for fishing in a sit-in kayak. I know several guys that have gone through multiple kayaks, only to find their fit in a sit-in. I own 2 good kayaks, and my first choice for any water that isn't moving fast is my Commander. I know a few other guys with Commanders, and they swear by them.

If you want to build a great crate at a reasonable cost, look at the Itso Cube from Target. I built one into a crate, and I built a top for it. I wouldn't trade it.

Right down Hwy 80 in Longview

I will pick one up when i get back. thanks for the info.

My parents live in Longview now, we will have to meet up and wet a line the next time im in town

sounds good to me.

Well Holly lake was a bust but I had a blast. My dad wanted to give my kayak a try and after he paddled back he was hooked. I plan on getting him one for fathers dad. As far as the set up goes i def need am anchor trolley. being spuned around central area was annoying while pitching on some lily pads. Also the yeti must go and a create is a must. i will be doing what Bass Art suggested.