14 Reasons Kayak Fishing SUCKS
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As much as we love kayak fishing, there are some days when it just doesn't seem to go our way. In this video, we're going to talk about the 14 reasons why kayak fishing can sometimes suck. From unexpected weather conditions to getting tangled in your gear, we'll cover it all. But don't worry, this video isn't all doom and gloom - we'll also offer tips and tricks to help you overcome these challenges and make the most of your kayak fishing experience. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a newcomer to the sport, this video is sure to provide some valuable insights and maybe even a few laughs along the way. So grab a drink, sit back, and let's dive into the 14 reasons why kayak fishing can sometimes suck. As always, let me know if you have any questions. -Daren
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My number one reason of loving kayak fishing is you're out there in the middle of everything you feel exposed and when the fish jump they're right there in your face
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Oh heck yeah Chad! Get some!
@HomesteadOnThePreserve
Жыл бұрын
Bonus when I lived in South Florida fishing the Everglades, the gators were right in your face too!
@kevinyoung947
Жыл бұрын
@@HomesteadOnThePreserve yea was dealing with that yesterday
@adamduane1320
Жыл бұрын
@@HomesteadOnThePreserve i cant say id count that as a bonus lol
@Bobby12many
Жыл бұрын
Kinda like riding a bike along a road that you have only ever driven down - being part of it vs being outside of it
Never had anyone ask to go out on my kayak with me . Rarely got to fish alone on my boat , solitude is one of my most treasured outdoor assets ..
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Solid angle brother
I’m 70 and my best fishing came out of an old 18 ft. Canoe. One fishing pole and a lawn chair to sit in. Simple and effective; to say the least very affordable.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
lawn chair hack... love it
@jameslindahl3024
Жыл бұрын
Kayaks are slowly replacing canoes as mini vans replace station wagons. If I still had that long low roof to load a canoe on I'd still be happy with a canoe
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
@@jameslindahl3024 Hey... You like what you like.
@chrisklebitz662
Жыл бұрын
@@jameslindahl3024 and stand up paddles boards are slowly taking kayaking over like SUVs did to mini vans.
@vieuxacadian9455
11 ай бұрын
Yeah these kids are over the top today. Canoes , pirougues , simple kayaks . Minimalistic pleasures not $6,000.00 techno tubs.
“Kayadilac” 😂 Had me laughing
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
:)
I've had my Native Slayer Propel 13 for 7 yrs now - I'm almost 70 yrs old and as long as the old body can take it I will keep doing it! You did a great job of turning every negative into a positive - and I agree wholeheartedly! The 2 things that stand out for me are: (1) I get a workout every time I fish, and (2) kayak fishing makes you a better fisherman because it forces you to search for the fish without cranking up the motor and running 5 miles to the 2nd honey hole! The majority of my fishing is done in SE Louisiana brackish water for saltwater species and occasional marsh bass! Most trips I have to deal with huge sportfishermen boats, but there are safe ways to coexist with them. The addition of a small Lowrance fish finder about 8 yrs ago tremendously increased my success - not because I actually "see" the fish so often, but it allows me to locate the drop-offs and determine patterns of the bite. My round trip distances have been as long as 10 miles over the last 12 yrs, but these days I try to keep it down to 4 miles round trip.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Right on Michael! Appreciate your comment brother. Stay safe out there!
I love the freedom. Not stuck on the bank on a small lake when 30% is bank fishable. Or be just a passenger on a boat. I usually have game plan or start paddle against the current, find a point then drift back. I study maps during the week before I go out. I was always a good caster. I have no problem casting out of a sit on top kayak. Being on my feet on concrete floor all the time at the plant, it's good to relax, sit and paddle everywhere to find bass. Loading sucks especially J bars with 57lb kayak. Worth the freedom. Now having the aftermarket that we didn't have 15 years ago is great. Expensive? A basic Bass Tracker boat are running around $15,000! My "bass boat" was $400 and put $500 accessories which can transfer to an upgrade boat later on. It's all about freedom
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
FREEEEEEEEEEEEEEDOOOOOMMMMMM!
@truecrimson1
Жыл бұрын
lol, when he said $300 for a Sun dolphin I wondered if prices had gone up that much since I started. Back then Sun Dolphins were under $200. Currently looks like $199 at Dunham's. Holy smokes Walmart prices are way up. Dick's has a Pelican pretty similar to what we started out in for $199. That's what I paid for each of our Pelican's more than a decade ago. They were rec boats, we had to mod them for fishing; add rod holders, etc. Worked fine until we got the bigger purpose built yaks. My Ride 135 was $600 used, which was about half the new price at the time. My wife's Moken 12.5 was $800 new. The Ride has awesome seats. The Moken had the Kingfisher seat so we did the stadium seat mod for her. Have not seen a need to replace them, though we will probably upgrade her to one with a lawn chair seat in the next year or two. When we got those we already had rod holders, fish finder mounts, and a ton of other stuff from modding the Pelicans. We bought some track adapters and kept using the same stuff.
@brumfiba
Жыл бұрын
Almost every lake in my area has zero bank access except for a boat ramp. It is nearly impossible to go catch a fish without a boat of some kind. The yak has opened a whole new world of fishing to me.
I love the quiet of just gliding through the water, I can hear every single splash and I see a lot more birds and animals too. It's also really fun to hook a large fish and having it pull you across the lake. I spent a good couple of minutes fighting with a 20lb pike last summer and when I finally got it up to the kayak and could unhook it felt like a real accomplishment. 😁
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Awesome.. that sounds like an epic sleigh ride
I love to be able to just slide into a spot that is underfished. You see all the bank anglers casting from shore and your out there catching them from the other side of the lake that’s unreachable. It’s a great feeling.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Oh Heck Yeah.... When I used to bank fish a lot.. all I would be doing is scanning the lake thinking.. I wish I could fish that "only reachable by kayak" spot. It was maddening
@BucktailFishing
Жыл бұрын
If ya know, ya know. Those of us in the Polyethylene Armada know. We are the masters of finding fish others can even fathom are there.
@HomesteadOnThePreserve
Жыл бұрын
To piggyback on that, I find bobbers and lures every time I take the yak out. Not only from shore fisherman but peeps on boats that cant get near them. I can thread my 10 foot Slayer between Cypress trees and stuff.
@BowFinJunkie
Жыл бұрын
@@HomesteadOnThePreserve same here haha. I’ve got a whole box dedicated to old lures I find and restore them lol.
@HomesteadOnThePreserve
Жыл бұрын
@@BowFinJunkie Love it! I do the same (minus the dedicated box)
#1 reason I love kayak fishing is the peace and quiet you get all to yourself, no one to say hey watch how you cast, or hey you almost hooked me! Nope not on the kayak nothing but me myself and I, of course it’s exciting fishing with others but fishing solo you learn so much more at your own pace! Tight lines!
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Right on SapSap.. I hear ya there.. I have never been hooked on a yak. Big Facts there
@badhombrefishing
Жыл бұрын
I fish with a buddy most of the time. But the quiet is what I love as well.
I love the no gas and noise. On many lakes the no motor rule doesn’t apply to pedal power . For me it’s access to smaller water and streams that have less fishing pressure.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Great point!
Luv the quiet & solitude of a small shallow cove, waterway, river that is sooo invigorating.
I love everything about yak fishing....even combating the 10mph wind Friday with my 3 lb anchor was not an issue. But what I love most is getting into fishing spots boats CAN'T get to! Bigger better fish!
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Oh heck yes NickNack!!!
@dlmsarge8329
Жыл бұрын
And being so much more stealthy than a boat really helps a kayak fishermen bring in better numbers and sizes of fish!!
I love the calm I experience when I’m on the water in my kayak fishing. I am new to kbf. I’m learning and loving it.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Welcome to KBF Steven!
Being on the water before dawn then watching the sun come up over the trees. So peaceful and so beautiful.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Oh heck yeah!
I love going to small lakes that everyone is shore fishing on and catching fish they wouldn’t be able to get to. I enjoy the freedom to just paddle and float around. I enjoy the experience of landing a fish and how it can move you around on a kayak it makes a smaller fish seem like a bigger fish. Thanks for the great content
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck Yeah Andrew!
I definitely think kayak fishing has made me a better and smarter fisherman like you said that you have to study the lake and know where the bass are and it makes me plan better and know what I need to throw and when I need to throw it. Love your videos man and keep up the good work.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Right on Dalton... thanks for the encouragement...Appreciate it
@michaelburk9171
11 ай бұрын
You definitely get a smaller but much more detailed view of what's around you. A couple kayak trips and you realize how much you weren't seeing from a boat
I'm new to kayak fishing. Like so new, I haven't gone yet. Picked up a Catch 120 Classic, just finished rigging it up (most ideas from your channel. Even the fishing crate). Was gonna go out this weekend but pouring rain all weekend here in Connecticut. Hopefully next wkend!!!!! Thanks for all the videos and info. This channel has helped a lot with ideas and tips.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Oh heck yeah! Now's the best time to get out there as they are biting like crazy. Happy to help brother. Reach out anytime.
I love being out on lakes and sections of lakes that nobody else can get too, wether it’s too shallow or too small of an area to get into without a kayak or canoe. It’s peaceful and great for your mind and soul. Especially when you’re surrounded by nature and wildlife you typically won’t see otherwise! I fish out of a 2020 PA12 360 and it’s an absolute dream. You can maneuver into and out of anything and I love to be able to stand and fish, and it’s unbelievably stable for that
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck Yeah.. standing and fishing from a yak is the best! Get some!
My wife and I love kayak fishing, the fact that we can move around independently, is awesome. The other part is, it's quiet, so quiet I had a loon surface next to me👍
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Amen to that... love that you are able to get out there with your wife!
You angered the Murder Birds! LoL. Kayak fishing has made me a more organized and methodical fisherman. Going where boats and banklers can't go is my favorite thing. Every time someone tells me "ain't no fish over there" that's where I go. I almost always catch those fish that Cletus the Slack-Jawed Yokel says aren't there. Pro Tip: put a Ziploc bag full of TP somewhere on your kayak. Good video 👌
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
I'm sure that "Sucks" and "I'm Going to Murder those Geese" may demonetize the video... Oh Well. :)
@jamaciadog5603
Жыл бұрын
Good pro tip. I remember one time coming home from fishing and only wearing one sock.
@comfortablynumb9342
Жыл бұрын
Baby wipes or Dude Wipes are another option. Baby wipes are good for your hands and face if they need cleaning too.
@truecrimson1
Жыл бұрын
Always have TP AND baby wipes/wet ones for your hands.
@tanker335
Жыл бұрын
Cletus told you that BECAUSE he knows there are fish there. Pro tip: If you get stranded in the woods or swamp, make sure you have Cletus instead of Bob from accounting. He'll be a damn sight more useful.
My number one reason for kayak fishing is getting into those places that many people just will never see! That makes it an awesome adventure for me! Great video!🌞🌴
@wendellfishing
10 ай бұрын
Couldn't agree more!
I love these kind of videos to do. Your the best at these. Lots of good info.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Thanks B! Appreciate it!
Being able to pick up and go anywhere is the best. Of course the worst is both the wind and loading. Still putting an 82# kayak on an old Buick at my age? In the summer I just leave it on Was that a hummingbird
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Yeah.. I don't take my kayak off of the trailer in the summer.. My truck just sits outside at this point. What you saw was a Garmin Striker 4
I love the closeness you feel to the water and the fish when you catch them. Nothing like having a 22” bass come up next to the kayak and wallow and shake its big ole head right there in front of you.
@wendellfishing
10 ай бұрын
No doubt!
The biggest disadvantage for me is the wind when I'm pitching in 10-15 feet of water. When it's calm, I can really pick those grass mats and submerged trees apart. When it's blowing, most times, I don't even bother because it's a pain in the ass raising and dropping an anchor repeatedly in deeper water. And I really don't want the extra hassle of having a spotlock trolling motor on my kayak. All the other times, the wind doesn't bother me. Like you, I've figured out ways to be productive, even in 25 mph winds. On the other hand, one of the biggest advantages a kayak has around where I live (CA) is vessel inspections for invasive species. It's a real pain for boat guys to pass these inspections, making sure there's not one drop of water anywhere, so they usually stay on one lake. It's a cinch for us kayak guys, so I'm constantly hopping from one place to another. It's a huge advantage, imo.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Interesting on the vessel inspections. Thanks for sharing.. learned something new
I love just about everything about kayaking. Just upgraded to two crescent kayaks from my old wilderness systems. One thing I noticed is the more minimal i became the more fun it was. Less rods to tangle in. Less stuff to worry about dropping over etc. Typically now 2 rods, 1 370 box if not a smaller one and a few packs of soft plastics. Took the fish finder off and haven't looked back. Another tip is if your using a lot of crankbaits use quick connects (not snap swivels). This saves uou anlot of time. One other hreat thing is witht the same boat i can go bass (freshwater fishing), stiper fishing, catfishing and even make it out in the ocean all wirh one craft.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck yeah CC! Love the minimalism!
@michaelburk9171
11 ай бұрын
Great observation about taking less gear. Takes some experience to know what you actually need. You can about sink your yak with the "Just in case" mentality.
Great vid Darren. I'm in my 3rd season in my Oldtown Sportsman 120 pdl. And running the new J2 Bixpy PP-768. I've Fished all my life on my dad's boat, and from the bank. But what I love is, I can back it into my garage, on my $300 trailer from harbor freight. Add all my own additional accessories, add-ons, and electronics, etc. To me it's a one man boat, without all the headaches. Plus the therapy, exercise, and launching between two trees, on large lakes, or the ocean. And my favorite is doing 5 day camp/fish trips with my friends, on our kayaks. 🌊 🎣 😎
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Oh man Anthony! 5 day trips on the yak sounds amazing! Tell me more!
@anthonyvespia6662
Жыл бұрын
@@wendellfishing Will do bro. Got one planned next month.
@HomesteadOnThePreserve
Жыл бұрын
Living the dream, way to do it Anthony!
I love everything about kayak fishing!! Well, except about 10% of the big boats cutting you off or hitting you with their wake because you may be in a spot that they wanted to fish. Oh and sweet hat
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Thanks FlipFlop!!!
I love kayak fishing, but I seriously considered buying a boat because of the wind . But I decided to buy a old town autopilot instead to help out with this . Super excited. Going to try trolling lake Erie this year for walleye! Love fishing the bay for bass and crappie. Kayak fishing brings you closer to nature imo. Great channel by the way! Really good content! I also enjoy your podcast! I have a long commute to work and podcasts help with the drive. Keep up the good work! Thanks
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin, Really appreciate the feedback.. I haven't spoken to 1 person who hasn't love the OT Autopilot. So awesome.
@kevinmalott9625
Жыл бұрын
@@wendellfishing you helped me decide on the autopilot. I was considering a pedal drive, but a discussion on one of your podcasts changed my mind. You where talking about lake size and kayak choice based on acreage. I mainly fish a 8300 acre bay. Tight lines cheers!
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
@@kevinmalott9625 That's awesome Kevin.. It makes my day that the discussion was helpful. thanks for letting me know.
Kayak fishing is an added challenge and its "stealthy" i can sneak up on fish and into areas that bigger boats can't get to
Great video thank you. I enjoy my sit in fishing kayak. It is not peddle drive but I still love it
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
If you love it.. that's all that matters! Get some P B!
The wind can definitely be annoying. But the thing I love about it, is fighting big fish from a little piece of plastic. Hauling in a 30# + catfish is a pretty cool feeling.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Oh heck yeah.. I call 30lb catfish "Sleigh Rides"
@drinkthekoolaidkids
Жыл бұрын
My biggest complaint is the wind .... completely aggravating
@michaelburk9171
11 ай бұрын
You can really feel the strength of big fish in a kayak.
I love that it’s made me a better angler. I’ve learned to be more methodical. To have a good plan.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Right on SwampSquatch! A Goal without a plan... is just a wish
I love the freedom that I feel when fishing from my kayak. There is not a better feeling
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Amen to that Ronnie.... I feel a another level of freedom when I see the bald eagles swoop down and fish with me
Great video! When considering a new purchase, I'll look at reviews and complaints. Bad news first. Lol I love how you give a good comparison across the board of the most common issues. Great video! New sub here :)
@wendellfishing
3 ай бұрын
Thanks boss! Appreciate you!
Number one reason is the adventure! Getting out enjoying the outdoors and most importantly fishing! Yes ups and downs but beats a bad day at work lol. In this group I kayak fish with we always say "fishing is a plus" we are they're for the company! Tight lines!
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Right on Israel!
I fish the coastal waters of Maine. I have a 20' Robalo boat and I have a 12' Old Town pedal kayak. I catch a lot more fish on my kayak than on my boat. On the kayak, you are more like a floating log and more stealth, thus one reason why I catch more fish out of my kayak. Love every minute I am out there. You are spot right on with all you said. Great video!
@wendellfishing
9 ай бұрын
Thanks boss!
Excellent! Thank you for sharing!
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
NP boss! Happy to help
I love the stability of my fishing kayak. It's a Lifetime Tamarack 103. I also use a canoe loader that is adequate by Reese, that slides into my hitch receiver and allows me to load and unload my yak with zero drama.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
heck yeah! Nice setup David!
I definitely have a love/hate relationship with my kayak....and that's mostly just because of the wind. But the thing that I love the most, is that it gets me off the bank.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Yeah.. the wind can be brutal
Spot on, dude! Great video! the most I like from kayak fishing is that I am able to be more mobile, couse if it is very windy, and it is too hard to fish, I can drive to other side of the lake where wind is much slower or other lake to fish :)
@wendellfishing
10 ай бұрын
Right on brother!
Thankyou for this informative INTRODUCTION TO KAYAK fishing. I am moving from a house to a condominium, so I have down-sized EVERYTHING. There are lots of lakes, ponds and creeks near my new home, that I am certain harbor game fish. I do not drive motor vehicles anymore, but I am hoping that I can buy or make a trailer for my kayak, that I can pull behind my SCHWINN Meridian trike.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Now.. that rig is going to be epic....
Im brand new to kayak fishing, today was the first day on my brand new kayak. The only thing I truly hated is the extremely painful sunburn I now have. I think the best part about it is you can have alot of fun in groups, and you can easily get onto old abandoned docks.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck Yeah.. I was just out for 4 days.. and I cant tell ya how many times I had to reapply
@rocketcityastro
Жыл бұрын
i made that mistake on my first trip as well i got 3rd degree burn that left scars and i was out of work for a week i could not wear shoes and could barley walk.
@chrisnitrowinger8572
Жыл бұрын
I did the same thing last year the first time I tried kayak fishing in Northern California , caught allot of trout but also had third degree burns on the top of my feet and lower legs, couldn't wear shoes for about 10 days and could barley walk , the flight home to Arizona was the worst. Rookie mistake to say the least.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
@@rocketcityastro wow.. you got it good
@michaelburk9171
11 ай бұрын
Ouch. The sitting position in a yak exposes your legs like nothing else. People put sunscreen on arms shoulders n face but don't think about their legs. Or possibly worse, the tops of their feet. When it's warm I wear a pair of thin dark colored surgical scrubs and dark socks.
I love being able to get away from the boats on my home lake. Yeah, the backwater area has a "Barrier" on it. The kayaks can get past no problem. You would rip the bottom off a boat though.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
I have a few of those as well... Also some heavy lillies that boats won't take their boat through.
I kayak fish 5 or 6 days a week May - October in Ontario, Canada in my Hobie PA12. I'm 63 and car top it without any problems. Wind is definitely an issue so I generally troll on the really windy days and find laying my rods and net down in the kayak instead of upright in the rod holders helps. Last season I added a 10 color leadcore setup to my arsenal of rods and reels. It let's me troll as deep as 40 or 50 ft for Lake Trout (along with the regular walleye, pike, bass I catch). The leadcore takes a bit of management but really adds a new dimension to kayak fishing. Some weekdays I'm the only boat on a lake and I choose the lakes I fish on weekends carefully to avoid heavy traffic. If I somehow lost my Hobie , I'd go buy another the next day. Life can be sweet and kayak fishing makes it that much sweeter!!
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Love it Sarge! I use leadcore when salmon fishing but never from a kayak. Get Some!!!!
@dlmsarge8329
Жыл бұрын
@@wendellfishing Thanks man!! You too!
I’ve been thinking about buying a kayak for two years now and can’t seem to pull the trigger. I guess I feel I might not use it enough to justify buying one even though I fish 2 to 3 times a week. I catch a lot of fish from the bank but can’t get to 70% of the lake. I also can’t decide if I should go inexpensive with something like a Seastream PDL or just go for it and get an Old Town autopilot. So darn many decisions but I’m thinking it’s time to pull the trigger this year and go have some fun since I’m 71 and time is of the essence. Thanks for all your great videos.
@wendellfishing
5 ай бұрын
Oh man...... a kayak will open up a whole new world for you
I get asked a lot on why I don’t just get a canoe. I have a canoe and it has its time and place. But I feel it’ll be a disadvantage to fish from it. My kayak, my baby, was designed to fish and the ability to customize it to fit my needs. Many of the points you brought up about cons for it (back pain, etc) I’ve been able to find simple remedies. That wind though…I have an anchor trolley but I avoid big water like the plague when it’s windy. When it’s that bad I’ll stick to ponds and reservoirs.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Yeah.. Canoe.... it definitely has its place... which is on the showroom floor :)
@dlmsarge8329
Жыл бұрын
I've fished lot's from canoes but a kayak is SO much better. It's like night and day for boat control and stealthyness. I totally love my Hobie PA12 and use it 5 or 6 days a week during the season here in Ontario, Canada.
A very honest review. Well done, sir👍🙂🎣
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Appreciate it.. just trying to keep it real
I"m a new angler and your video convinced me to invest in a kayak, thanks Wendell, great explanation on pros and cons.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck yeah brother. 1 Thank you for your service.. and 2. Welcome to Kayak Fishing.. there's nothing like it. What Yak did you end up with?
@toastbills9774
Жыл бұрын
@@wendellfishing Thank you Sir! I'm still researching but also considering the Hobie kayaks, Mirage Outback perhaps. I let my wife know what I want for Christmas, so I've got lots of time to figure it out and watch great informative videos like your channel! I've been missing out all these years that's for sure, but better late than never, hah
The only downside of kayak fishing is setup and take off thing from your kayak. Seat, crate, motor, rod holders , fish finder, etc . Take about 20min to setup and 20min to put stuff away after a long day of fishing Having a trailer is a must for heavy kayak
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
True story.. I fish a place with about 900 lakes and ponds to pick from. I'm exhausted after 1 day
I’ve been looking at kayak’s and pricing them out with everything I’d want and for the money, I could get a used 12-14’ aluminum boat totally decked out with front and back casting deck’s, 9hp outboard, front trolling motor, some electronics, storage, battery, rod holder’s, and a trailer for the same price more or less! I’ve definitely changed my mind on getting a kayak for sure!
@wendellfishing
6 ай бұрын
You like what you like
Great video thanks for sharing my wife and I both have Jackson Kilroy kayaks I’m like 5’5 with a F150 loading them is a tad tough on my roof racks I use the method where I rest the front of the kayak on the truck tailgate when it’s down then end up pushing from the back so they get on the roof rack, side note remember to put both straps , front and back for each kayak on the cross bars before you load them, we use the Yakamia round bars, with their baseline towers so they are transported upside down we really do like the Kilroys they are approximately 75 or so pounds and are very stable
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck yeah... love that you and your wife enjoy it together!
I love kayak fishing because it makes me feel immersed in nature. It's pretty cool seeing all the wildlife that lives in the Metro lakes I usually fish. I bought a Perception Pescador 10 in 2014 and learned to deal with a lot of these little issues over time. I now have a SS127 with an Xi3 and wind is no longer an issue. At the point where I'm at currently if I had the money to get a bass boat I would just hold onto the money and use it to go on epic kayak fishing trips.
@wendellfishing
6 ай бұрын
That's the attitude I like to see!
Regarding sitting down too much. As a avid wade fisher, I bring my boots and socks during swimming season and find a place to get out and stand in the water for a bit, or if it's too cold I will wear my waders (and wading belt). That way I can always stretch my legs for a half hour and bank fish. It also make entry and exit easier because I no longer care about getting wet.
When I got into kayak fishing my main rule was no matter what happen during a trip I want to be able to carry this kayak in my hands for whatever reason. I mean, my goal was to not fish with a boat... so I bought a 55 pounds Tarpon 105 which track pretty well, has decent space, and equiped it only with the most basic things because I new it would be annoying to have lots of gear to load/unload. The wind is my primary reason why kayak fishing sucks, it ruined probably half of my fishing trips. I mean you mostly have only two days per week to go fishing and sometimes you just take a chance...
Enjoyed this vid on a very debatable topic! Lack of storage is a downside but on the flipside, once setup to efficiently, everything you need is at arms length! Just subscribed...so let's go down your rabbit hole to see what else you got..lol
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Oh.. it's a deep dark rabbit hole. Welcome :)
Lake Wheeler, been on that lake several times. Not a bad little lake. Hello to you sir from a neighbor in Zebulon.
The sound and the site of nature, while fishing the river is my favorite thing about fishing in my kayak. And being a female it make it easy to pull over for a bathroom stop 🙂
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
I feel like I come up on a ton of wildlife moresoe than when I owned a boat.
I just got a pelican catch mode 110 for myself and a pelican escape 120x for the wife and we go out on the weekend. This weekend will be my first time kayak fishing. I live in the Yukon in northern canada and just recently subscribed to your channel! looking foreward to this.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Have fun brother! There's nothing like it!
I love rigging up your yak and having others giving you compliments on how awesome it looks!😂
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Ha! All of the bank fisherman just be starin
@braaap690
Жыл бұрын
Even some of the boaters too😂
The kayak like yours is pretty sweet. I need to add one to my wish list!
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck yeah! You just need to get Bonafide to send you one! :)
I personally love fishing out of my kayaks. I have an Evoke Battleship 120 and an Old Town Autopilot 136. The evoke is not really a 'fishing' kayak but more a touring kayak that already had rod holders and rails. I used it for a while and was happy with it but I also always wanted an actual fishing kayak that you can stand up in without flipping. I also wanted a motor. I was stoked when I learned about the Autopilot series from Old Town. I can take more with me and I can do a lot more in it. They are both great kayaks and both have their ups and downs. I live on a canal that leads out to a good size lake. That lake is also connected to another good size lake with another canal too. I like kayaks because I can get out where I need to be and I don't need a truck or trailer. I can also load them into the canal right off of my seawall. I do think a Hobbie with that pedal drive they make with the fins might be easier to get through the crazy weeds on my lake.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck Yeah.. I have never met a person who did not like the OT Autopilot
@fourwinnsdummy
Жыл бұрын
@@wendellfishing It really it a great kayak and a good price too.
My Feelfree Lure 10 V2 lives on top of my GMC Jimmy so, it's always securely locked and ready to deploy ...perfect for my usual backwater cypress swamp trips
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Sounds like someone is living the dream!
I was thinking the same, if I ever spend that much money I'll get a boat. Then I think about paying to register the boat, trailer and all that u mentioned(take up 1 parking spot, gotta pay for gas, a bit of a challenge going solo{I solo a lot n don't mind}, I like the exercise(great excuse also😂), love the freedom, and much more. Once you get used to loading/unloading the kayak, setting up everything, basically your whole routine and you know where to park and launch from it's awesome! Plus I can park anywhere and pull my kayak in places where there's no others launching from little docks. I don't need a truck to haul it, just load onto my small midsized car and go!
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Amen to that.... Nothing Like Kayak Fishing. kzread.info/dash/bejne/hmh6tKWDaZaaYLA.html
Went kayak fishing yesterday. Got a nice rainbow and my buddy (in his own kayak) got two. Sinker and garlic Power Eggs on a 3' leader. We both tried new anchors we welded up from lightweight scrap materials using KZread DYI vids for ideas (I had 50' of line, but I'll take 100 next time and spray paint 25' increments on it). Total game changer just fishing without having to monitor drift and keep maneuvering. Pro Tip: take only what you need for hooks/bait/weights. A wide-access kayak cockpit gets cramped in a hurry even with a small tackle box or bag. Sunscreen UNDER the nose and chin is good too for reflected glare.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Solid advice Tom! Thanks!
Great Video. As far as the standing, I have a really stable kayak (Old Town Sportsman 106 PDL) and there are some great stable yaks out there if you aren't looking for speed. I can stand and cast for Bass on and off throughout the day.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
100%
I'm glad I ran into your channel, because I ordered those P127 seat risers, and they are awesome! Bonafide should have raised the seat, even Chad Hoover said that, but the risers are solid.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Right on brother! Welcome. yeah.. they make an adjustable seat that would have great to see on this yak.
Loved the fact it was pretty stable I'm 6' 185 and it moved thru the water like a champ, I did flip over one and I did break my paddle in half , so definitely get a better paddle , other than that , can't wait for my next adventure.
@wendellfishing
11 ай бұрын
Get some brother!!!
I grew up in canoes, and whenever I've tried kayaks I've never liked them quite as much. The canoe solves some of those problems, there are other problems, but I feel like it comes out ahead. Honestly, if you learn to pick your battles right, and learn how to focus your efforts properly, fishing from shore can be hugely productive. Even to the point where most seasons my biggest fish are usually caught from shore, even though I have a boat and several canoes.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Right on brother.. You like what you like! Get some!
@nathanjasper512
Жыл бұрын
On a really calm body of water like a lake or a mellow river you're absolutely right.
I just bought a Hobie Outback last weekend. I had a Feelfree Lure. I love kayak fishing. I fish all the local ponds and 1 mile off the beach
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck yeah Daniel.... get some!!!
In Kansas, and I would assume many other states, we have State Fishing Lakes. Just lakes that are constantly maintained and stocked for fishing. Normally they will have trails, facilities, and sometimes campgrounds around them, as well as they will have a lot of Jetties, docks, and a boat ramp or two made for easy access to the water. By far the best advantage though is the entire lake, which they normally are not that big, are no wake zones. You can take your big million dollar speed fishing pontoon canoe deluxe yachte into it, but it will be going just as slow as all of the kayaks and jon boats out there. They are great places to fish, bar the occasional teens or 20 year olds drinking beer and having a good time, but hey, live and let live.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Some of my favorite places to Yak! GET SOME!
Great video and a lot of good points and I am a hardcore Kayak Fisherman. Its a great way to get my lazy butt some exercise and its forced me to be a lot more attentive to details when fishing a spot and I catch more fish and bigger fish typically as a result. I can also access areas a boat just cant get into!
@raywells2858
Жыл бұрын
I use tackle bags instead of Boxes. It allows me to organize my gear just the same but I can carry a on of tackle in a very compact package thats easy to use even when out at night fishing. Its the best thing I have learned from 25 years of Kayak fishing!
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
IMO.. one the greatest advantages!
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
If it works for ya.... no need to change anything!
I’m new at this but being able to throw it in the bed of my truck and go is the major plus! Yes my PDL120 is heavy and awkward, guess I need to get in shape! I fished a lake in Wyoming a couple days ago that’s closed to ALL motor traffic, we put our Yaks on the carts and launched…Smallmouth were biting for about 5 hours and a couple Muskies gave follow, that lake is going to be a great spot for years to come!
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck yeah.. sounds like you got the honey hole to boot!
I've never been fishing really, but I'm getting my license and equipment and an inflatable kayak - this video was great to watch to see the flipside
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck yeah.. welcome to the dark side!!
I absolutely love my NuCanoe. It’s a bit of a barge but I can into water in the bays that boats can’t. Plus no fuel, licensing or insurance costs. Easy to store as well.
It is a lot of fun getting pulled around by crappies. I can also get to places that larger boats can't even think about getting. I only have about $600 stuck into my kayak right now. That includes all my attachments. Still working on getting a fish locator.
@wendellfishing
11 ай бұрын
Heck yeah.. welcome to the addiction
As long time boat owner that grew up in a family who owned speed boats to fishing boats I want to be clear about what the word boat stands for Boat = "Bout Another Thousand" and that's doing so much of it at home from repairing motors to my mother and I making new boat cushions to putting in new outdoor carpeted flooring to countless DIY projects at home. I can't begin to tell you how much boats cost. I started exploring not with kayaks, but with a canoe because I was sick of boats and excess space and excess gear and not being able to be close to the water or feel it. I brought a very small anchor for the canoe and would paddle out and fish, sometimes anchored and sometimes letting the wind carry me.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
That sounds about right boss, Thanks for sharing and get out there in that canoe and get some brother!
Never thought a man would need 6 rods on a kayak. Holy cow. This guy is hard core
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
I would have more if I could
I just caught my first good one of 2023 (19”, 4lb largemouth) at a small lake that only kayaks and canoes can fish. Was awesome
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Oh heck yes Kirk.. nice one
When I started fishing I had to find a way off the banks, a kayak was an option for me, I respect anyone who kayak fishes. Not easy! I ended up grabbing a pelican bass raider. Allows me to stand and fish as i hate sitting while fishing…I have a bit more room and I don’t halfto worry about flipping over…I would be terrified to flip a kayak and loose my gear. Love your videos buddy. Just subscribed.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Phils.... Those bass raiders look comfortable... glad you got something that allows you to get out there and Slay em! Thanks for the sub!
I love kayak fishing !!!!!!! it's a lot of fun for me, a GREAT workout. I don't have a foot paddle drive one ... yet.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck yeah Gunter!
Congrats on the views count w/ this video 👏 👏 👏 nice job 👍
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Thanks ! The YT algorithm Gods have smiled upon me
Subbed. All great points and excellent view!
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike! Welcome to the party!
Just got my Kayak one thing I hate so far is figuring out how to get in and out of the water with no boat ramp. I have learned I can detach my little trailer and roll it to the waters edge raise the tongue and let the kayak slide in the water but cannot reverse that procedure if there's any uphill involved too heavy for me alone. So I bought 2 sets of portable wheels installed a trailer crank in my car with 100ft reach . 2nd wheels arriving tomorrow hope it works. The one thing I'll mention that I love is after 50 years of fishing from my boat for the first time I'm fishing from a very comfortable chair instead of standing up and loving it, takes a long time to get tired
@wendellfishing
8 ай бұрын
Right on brother!
I went with a motorized kayak with spot lock due too a leg injury, it has changed my experience for the better I don’t regret it
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
for those who have the spot lock.. I have never heard a single bad thing about it Get some!!
I love the community of kayak anglers. You can make great friends fast.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Big facts there Michael!
I was just thinking about all of the wakes caused by big boats darting around the lake when you mentioned it lol I need to find a smaller lake to fish.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Definitely less enjoyable when you are worried about a motor running you over.
I fished from a kayak for a year. Pedal drive. Nice and stable. Got a boat to do more tournament fishing. Haven't gotten my kayak out once ever since. That was 2 years ago.
The only thing that I hated about fishing out of my kayak is the loading and unloading part, especially after I added a trolling motor setup to it.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Yeah... can get get for sure
@myclassiccarstory
Жыл бұрын
@@wendellfishing yea and I've had a few people try to run me over in my kayak while fishing. They think it's funny for some odd reason. Game Warden didn't find it very funny when I showed him the video.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
@@myclassiccarstory Was he able to identify the Hull Number on the boat?
@michaelburk9171
11 ай бұрын
Many of the newer fishing kayaks are extremely heavy. To the point of needing to be trailered or in a truck bed. Lots of guys like the more is better. Peddle drive, electric motor big fish finder, and a couple batteries. I've gone the other way. I have an old Ocean Kayak prowler 15. All that goes on it is a seat and live bait tank with 3 rod holders. I use a piston style hand bilge pump to run the bait tank. So no battery. Food, water, and a couple Plano boxes n I'm ready to go. I can lift, load, and carry the yak. And rigging takes about 3 minutes. There a plenty of affordable quality paddle fishing yaks. Used ones can be a couple 100 bucks.
@myclassiccarstory
11 ай бұрын
@@michaelburk9171 Yea I ended up selling my kayak that was fully decked out and ended up buying a entry level pedal drive kayak from Pelican. It is only 10' long weighs like maybe 80 pounds and I can have it fully set up and fishing in under 10 minutes. I actually like it way more than my 12' kayak with the trolling motor setup. I can reach a speed of almost 5mph if I am humping it along but with just easy peddling I can average about 3.5mph.
I hope to have a kayak this next Friday! The last time I was on a boat was a submarine haha.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Heck yeah.. which one are you getting?
Well , it's a learning process that for daum sure. Like learning to fish all over again. And losing your favorite combo because you decided not to tether 🤦♂️. Yeah I could name 14,15,16,100......... Practice makes better, and hopefully I get it one of these days. Thanks for the awesome videos🎣🎣
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark.. Appreciate it.
One of the big things that I like about kayak fishing, is it seems like I can sneak up on bigger bass with the low profile quieter , kayak..I will use a motor to go from spot to spot.. But I get close, the motor gets shut off and I paddle into the spot.. The Frye Guy..
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Right on FryeGuy!
Kayak fishing has taught me the art of careful planning. Minimalism is the key. Do I need my sounder for my next days fishing? Sometimes I don’t. ‘I need to take 1/2 a tackle shop if I might encounter ‘x’ species’ is not an option. Even the way I bait fish has changed. I now pack small containers with 8 hooks and seal on the lids with wax so if they are not used, salt water won’t convert them into rusty J’s. If I do indeed use them, then they will be cleaned, replenished and sealed for the next trip. Shorter rods are better suited for some types of fishing. Longer rods are better for some species, but are a pain to re-rig in the dark. I also now keep a word document for ‘Lessons Learnt’ at home with hints and regrets for planning to fish the same area next season.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
You are putting in the work! Definitely will pay off. Well done Rachels!
As a longtime and passionate fisherman I’ll never say that boat fishing isn’t superior as it always will be. I boat fish regularly but have always wanted a kayak just for those cottage trips where I’m in a swampy area that boats can’t reach and I know for a fact tanks are in, and those camping trips where for most of the time motor boats aren’t permitted in provincial parks so it’s nice to have a means of getting out there on your own terms. It’s a completely different world than boat-fishing. Pros and cons with both, I think both are 100% worth it to have if you love fishing
@wendellfishing
11 ай бұрын
Right on brother!
Ohhhhhh the feeling when you get to the boat launch and you on a kayak the only one who got a fish that day 😂😂😂
@wendellfishing
6 ай бұрын
Love it!
i have a 18.5 foot bass boat (2001) I requires lots of work to spend a few hours on the water. My kayak is simple, and I am learning ways to make it easier all the time ... Simplicity verses complexity and expense.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Well said Robert.. makes sense to me!
Loading and unloading sometimes makes me not want to go at all. I also have a 12 foot fishing kayak and a 2014 Dodge Avenger...so I'm on the verge of cracking my back window every time I load. I put a hallway runner rug over the back of my car to load/unload.
Of all the things you listed the only one that really irks me and will send me home is getting blown around. All my kayaks are paddle kayaks so it's almost impossible in higher winds. I have anchor trolly's on them, but some days even the anchor doesn't hold me and I just give up and leave. The thing I love best is I get into ponds where nobody can. I have to ponds nobody knows how to get onto unless you live on them. And the people who live on them don't fish much. I've talked to most of them from time to time and they mostly just boat around or sit on their docks. Another pond only has access for a small boat or kayak you can carry and the spot is hidden at the back of a church parking lot. They let me park their and ask me about the fishing all the time.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Those sweet honey holes make kayak fishing just awesome.
I learned one tip worth sharing. If you buy bait and put it in a 5 gallon bucket with a aerator to keep your bait alive, buy a second 5 gallon bucket and buy a bag of ice in it, then put your bait bucket in the one with the ice. Your bait will last all day. I saw a video on YT saying that warm warm loses oxygen, so you can aerate it, keep it cold or pour fresh water in the bucket (and maybe take some water out first) bc just pouring water in the bucket is aeratoring the water.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Right on Haciendadad!
I feel closer to nature on a yak. To catch fish, going to a no boat ramp pond is best. Sightseeing on shallow streams is great. Boat motor noise bothers me a lot more than it used to. Good exercise. Mostly maintenance free. Negatives... At 73 it is hard to get out of my fin drive sit on top boat. Getting in the water helps. Not enough rudder to get turned into the wind. Getting fishing line caught up on something, especially another rod. Never thought of using the drive well as a restroom, good idea. Pelican style pontoon boat? Weighs 50# more, wind, boat motor and battery to deal with.
@wendellfishing
Жыл бұрын
Right on Bob! Love those no boat ramp ponds and lakes myself.