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First legit kayak fishing trip @ Holly lake ranch
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05/31/14 01:29 AM
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Joined: May 2014
Posts: 10
No boundary kayaker
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Green Horn
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Green Horn
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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.
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Re: First legit kayak fishing trip @ Holly lake ranch
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05/31/14 01:38 AM
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Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 280
jcrash
Angler
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Looks like you and the dog are ready to go. Let us know how it goes.
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Re: First legit kayak fishing trip @ Holly lake ranch
[Re: jcrash]
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05/31/14 01:43 AM
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Joined: Dec 2003
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shadboy
Extreme Angler
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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.
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Re: First legit kayak fishing trip @ Holly lake ranch
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05/31/14 02:34 AM
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Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 1,617
C-Frog
Extreme Angler
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Extreme Angler
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Where you from man? I was born and raised in Hawkins.
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Re: First legit kayak fishing trip @ Holly lake ranch
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05/31/14 02:47 AM
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Joined: Mar 2003
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Bass Art
TFF Team Angler
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TFF Team Angler
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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.
Artie ________________________________ Dad took me fishing when I was 10, and I've been pretty much hooked since. He went to be with God on August 14, 2012. I miss you, Dad.
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Re: First legit kayak fishing trip @ Holly lake ranch
[Re: shadboy]
#10025675
05/31/14 02:48 AM
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Joined: May 2014
Posts: 10
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Green Horn
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Green Horn
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Where you from man? I was born and raised in Hawkins. Right down Hwy 80 in Longview
Last edited by D Roc; 05/31/14 03:05 AM.
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Re: First legit kayak fishing trip @ Holly lake ranch
[Re: Bass Art]
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05/31/14 03:12 AM
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Joined: May 2014
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No boundary kayaker
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Green Horn
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Green Horn
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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.
I will pick one up when i get back. thanks for the info.
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Re: First legit kayak fishing trip @ Holly lake ranch
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#10025829
05/31/14 04:18 AM
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Joined: Apr 2012
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C-Frog
Extreme Angler
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Extreme Angler
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My parents live in Longview now, we will have to meet up and wet a line the next time im in town
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Re: First legit kayak fishing trip @ Holly lake ranch
[Re: C-Frog]
#10025854
05/31/14 04:31 AM
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Joined: May 2014
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Green Horn
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Green Horn
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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.
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Re: First legit kayak fishing trip @ Holly lake ranch
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#10027859
06/01/14 12:33 PM
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Joined: May 2014
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No boundary kayaker
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Green Horn
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Green Horn
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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.
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