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 Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
[Re: Fish ZoMbiE]
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08/07/12 03:42 AM
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HobieMan
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I haul a Hobie Outback on top of my 99 civic. It is faster than most yaks (Revo edges it) but I can stand and fish in the Outback with ease...even in high winds or wake areas. The Hobie Outback is a fishing machine and you can mod the hell out of those things.
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
[Re: HobieMan]
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08/07/12 01:00 PM
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Robbie Milam
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I haul a Hobie Outback on top of my 99 civic. It is faster than most yaks (Revo edges it) but I can stand and fish in the Outback with ease...even in high winds or wake areas. The Hobie Outback is a fishing machine and you can mod the hell out of those things. I like you screen name!
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
[Re: Fish ZoMbiE]
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08/20/12 12:11 PM
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jazzalbart
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When choosing your fishing kayak, there are many factors to take into consideration. You should identify what fish species you will target and how far you will have to paddle to get to the location where you plan to fish. If you have to paddle long distances to your fishing locations, you would be better off with a longer kayak.
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
[Re: HobieMan]
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08/23/12 01:56 AM
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Poetfury
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I haul a Hobie Outback on top of my 99 civic. It is faster than most yaks (Revo edges it) but I can stand and fish in the Outback with ease...even in high winds or wake areas. The Hobie Outback is a fishing machine and you can mod the hell out of those things. This is one of the main reasons I am looking into a kayak..I have a civic aswell and would like to be able to get away from shore once in awhile.What rack are you using? I have a 2006 myself.
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
[Re: Fish ZoMbiE]
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08/23/12 02:00 AM
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Poetfury
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btw...sent you a PM Mr. Zombie
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
[Re: Fish ZoMbiE]
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08/26/12 09:11 PM
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wheelchairdude28
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what paddle do yall suggest, im new to kayaking
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
[Re: Poetfury]
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08/27/12 02:20 AM
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Fish ZoMbiE
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btw...sent you a PM Mr. Zombie PM Answered what paddle do yall suggest, im new to kayaking Generally a 230-240 works for most adults
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
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08/27/12 06:19 PM
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DEERSTRANGLER�
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what paddle do yall suggest, im new to kayaking Welcome to the TFF Justin.
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
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08/29/12 12:58 PM
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txkayaker
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I've been kayaking for several years now and just went to a 240 paddle and have noticed a BIG difference. No more hitting the side of my kayak.
Dale Hively
East Texas Fly Fisher Club
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
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08/29/12 10:55 PM
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Bass fro chop
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wider yak u need a longer paddle. i use a 230 paddle and am 6 ft 2. 34 inch wide kayak. works great
Last edited by Bass fro chop; 08/29/12 10:57 PM.
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
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09/17/12 05:51 PM
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yakintime
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Paddle blade sizes and shapes are worth taking into consideration as well. The bigger the blade, the more powerful the paddle is per stroke AND the more energy it requires per stroke. Many kayak anglers prefer large to medium blades while long distance paddlers prefer small blades. When starting and stopping, punching though current or waves and paddling into the wind many kayakers prefer a larger blade. Smaller bladed paddles don't get up to speed as quickly but once there they require less energy to maintain your speed over a long haul.
Just a few more things to chew on......
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
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10/12/12 02:20 PM
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CcnyvFish
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This is a great thred cant wait to poitn my friend in this direction! Thank you!
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
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10/18/12 06:19 AM
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jazzalbart
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As I experienced, Going to your local kayak fishing retailer is probably the most important thing you can do. Your local dealer will be able to help you understand the options available and you can perform any service or warranty work if necessary.
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Re: How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak
[Re: jazzalbart]
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10/26/12 12:15 AM
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yakintime
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As I experienced, Going to your local kayak fishing retailer is probably the most important thing you can do. Your local dealer will be able to help you understand the options available and you can perform any service or warranty work if necessary. Pretty good advice!
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