This video is what got me started on my kayak fishing journey. I'm absolutely addicted.

I want to say thank you, after about 15 years i started fishing again. I use to only use live bait. Didn't catch anything. I picked up a rod and tackle from your beginner videos and set up a split shot rig from the "how to catch your first bass" video. Went out this morning and caught 2 :) my first bass on artificial lures. Thank you so much, med heavy 7' rod, 12lb clear line, zoom black trick worm with 1/0 hook, spinner reel (old like 20 years but still works) and a split shot weight. Thank you again for what you do

@janzencady4470

3 жыл бұрын

How’s the fishing been since for you?

Thanks for the great explanations as to why you've located items where you did. Makes total sense! Keep it simple. Bring what you need.

Great video! Love how you started it up with PFD. I flipped my yak last year and I thank God I had my pfd. Cause of people like you expressing the importance of one. Very nice Kayak yak by the way.

"Honey i shrunk my Tracker bass boat"

@garonsutherland7912

3 жыл бұрын

this is the best comment ever oml

As always, thanks for sharing your knowledge! That kayak thing looks pretty tempting!

Love the video, thanks for the inspiration. I bought a kayak and now starting a channel of my own. Thanks again!

Absolutely essential advice on that PFD Gene. Great stuff. Careful with those backwards facing rod holders if you're fishing in tight creeks with overhanging brush. With cheaper holders, even a small line snag can pull those babies up and outta there if they're not secure. Happened to me on my old rig, and one of the only days I went swimmin'. lol Lesson learned.

Excellent video Gene! You said everything I needed to hear cause this applies to me right now. I've been struggling with trying to figure out how to rig up for a trip. Thanks for the insight as always and I will definately follow your advice starting today.

Jean, I thanks for your videos! I do all my fishing from a kayak, and would love to see some more videos on you fishing in yours: tactics, techniques, i feel like its all different when you're sitting down in a kayak as far as where your line is and the head of your pole. Just little things like these would be awesome man. Thanks for everything!

For me...the purpose of kayak fishing is to be be light and quick for essentially inaccessible waters. The advanced kayak is a nice setup for sure, but I'd be exhausted loading it up, trailering, launching, parking a trailer and the same in reverse at the end of the day. With my Hobie at 74 lbs, it's easily loaded on and off the top of my Jeep. I can get anywhere and be loaded and launched in 15 minutes..., tourney or not, with everything that is essential, no more, no less. By the time you have your rig ready to go as seen, I've cleaned out the lake ! LOL Nice vid.

@backwoodsadventures9661

5 жыл бұрын

nicksteroni I agree. I use the bare essentials. Fish really don’t care how big or small. Expensive or cheap your system is.

@NOLERSWAMP9

5 жыл бұрын

Same

Love that you pushed the PFD so much!

@matteagle8206

3 жыл бұрын

I'm am extremely proficient swimmer, and I ALWAYS wear one, I always think that's when shit happens is when you're too comfortable with something and say ahhhh, I won't take that, haven't needed it, and bang, that's when you NEED it

Good info. You described how all these add-on equipment help. You also stressed the importance of not cluttering the cockpit and the importance of a PFD!

Another great video. You truly have a sweet setup for a kayak. Keep the videos coming

Some extremely good information...the PFD is something i have actually been wondering about..I know something good but I appreciate the attention to the importance..I appreciate it...some good and helpful information..

That was great information and liked the basic vs advanced review! Thank you very much.

New to kayak fishing. Love it and your channel. Keep doing what you do!

I love your kick dude!! It’s beautiful!!

Someone that actually gets how kayak rigging works. even on the advanced end God bless you! I 110% agree with your over rigging statement

Just recently subscribed and am going camping with my friends and girlfriend. Camping spot is right next to a reservoir!!! Gonna catch some trout and watching your videos is getting super amped for the trip this weekend!!!!

That kayak is awesome! love your videos man!

Excellent about the PFD! I swear by mine! Thanks for this vid!

great video and guide!New to kayaking and all these helps :) greetings from Greece!

I need to get me one looks fun..thx for the videos fluke👊

great video, buying a Torqeedo AC this Spring...

Awesome. I just got into kayak fishing and noticed right away that I didn’t want everything up front. I sat in my garage in the kayak a few times before I decided that. Lol thanks for another great tip and tutorial video.

Awsome review mate loved it

Perfect video!!! Could you do one on what kayak you should buy!

I hope i win your kayak dude! I've been watching ya since 2016.

I love my Hobie Pro Angler 17T Tandem Kayak, (I only use it by myself and i love having lot of extra space for my gear) My most favorite thing about it is that i have a trolling motor that goes in place of the flipper pedals and then i have a paddle to get to shore, haha I did kinda cheap out on the paddle as well, I will definitely look into a much better paddle I really love your kayak and setup

Great job Gene

Great video, I was a kayak guide for a few years and working towards ACA instructor till an injury stopped me. I would also add some more safety gear than just a PFD. Spare paddle or paddle leash, flares and a signaling device. Also I've noticed that no you tuber has ever addressed kayak safety. How to get back into the kayak after a capsize. It is not easy. Sea kayaker Magazine published a book "Deep Trouble" showing kayaker fatal mistakes and how they could have been avoided. Local kayak shops provide basic rescue techniques which any kayaker should take. Thanks Gene

Looks badass, and I might try one someday, but I am still a canoe guy. I have a SportsPal 14' set up nearly identical to KeepinItReelFishing, and, IMO, it is infinitely more versatile. It's lighter, can carry more stuff, all of that stuff is in FRONT of me so I don't have to teeter around behind me to get what I need (6' / 250#), can carry extra (and larger) batteries for the motor, still has a very shallow draft for getting into the skinny stuff, and the biggest one... if the son, wife, or friend wants to come along, not a problem. Not criticizing, just another man's opinions & what works for me. Keep up the great work... love the channel & info!!

Nice video - However, I would say that the only thing that gets in the way on my Hobie Outback is the paddle! ; ) Love the Mirage 180 drive - No Paddle fishing all day - keeps my hands free to continuously fish. Of course, I have a lot to learn still, I have only owned mine for 3 months. Great tips though! Love seeing what others do to their yaks!

You need to do a video on your truck setup and what you keep in the back for fishing!

Wow, I never thought to use the new Omega rod holders for horizontals in the back. Will definitely use

Very informative vid fluke daddy.

great information, this is so cool, thank you.

Great video!

Just ran across your channel -- Thank You Thank You Thank You! Great advice for sure. The gentleman down below talking about safety and getting back on the kayak if your off -- I would tell everyone to check out Kayak Hacks Fishing he has about 4-5 videos on that subject. But Thanks again Flukemaster

Thank you for the video I’ve been wondering how to set up a kayak👌

Nice setup . Been thinking about a Micro Anchor for my Jackson but know that I`m Disable my money is a little funny . but I will get me one . Thanks for the information .

Good video and yes try to keep it as simple as possible and out-of-the-way

Hey Gene, another great video, short and sweet. I bought a used Big Rig as my first yak because I wanted to be able to stand. I remember your videos in the BR. How would you say they compare to your current yak? (Speed, stability and standability). Thanks in advance and keep up the great work!

Anyone watching this with the older heavy power pole not the new he just mentioned, when you are sitting and it’s in its most up position it’s fine. But when you go to stand and you are not anchoring yourself with it lower it a little. Just hitting the down button once makes a ton of difference but if the water is deep enough get it a little lower while you stand and it is super stable...my SS127 is stable anyways and love it.

Great video thank you!

Great Video! I'm planning to start fishing KBF tourneys next year. Do you use down scan or side scan? Is it worth it on a kayak? Keep the videos coming we really enjoy them!

Amazing rig

Please. Show the stuff he’s pointing at

@yakbassing8588

3 жыл бұрын

Go easy it’s probably his kid filming😂

Your videos are excellent keep up the great work

@Flukemaster

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

Great video

Good vid man I’ve heard good things about the bonafide kayaks but is there a reason I didn’t go with something like a Hobie pro angler?

Great video. Can you explain why you have a power pole and an anchor on the front? Do you use them together?

Your books on fishing Georgia are the best to be had. Could we look for new editions coming. Bought the first one in 2002 .

I agree, don’t skimp on life jackets, one time I was fishing off the Louisiana gulf coast in a bass tracker and I was sitting on the front seat while we were going like 40 mph, and we hit something underwater. The boat went from like 40-0 mph in like one second and I was launched into the water so fast, and it took me a good bit of time to resurface even though I was wearing a life jacket. I was also wearing boots at the time. So word of advice, wear a life jacket, don’t sit in the front of the boat while going fast, and probably don’t wear boots.

Good stuff Gene, You got your #SS127 #AllRiggedOut

I just wanted to say thank you for all your great videos. My son and I started kayak fishing this year and have been watching a lot of your videos to help us get going. I was wondering why your prefer the kettle bells or down rigger weights over the fluke folding anchors? Also, any reason you don't use or won't use an anchor trolley?

Great vid Gene. If you have the money, go big. I think an important point to keep in mind for everyone that watched this, is that you don't need a whole bunch of gear to be successful out there! -Eddie

@Flukemaster

6 жыл бұрын

That’s what I was hoping to convey.

@thegreatfishingadventure2594

6 жыл бұрын

Keep the kayak videos coming brother! Love Them!

I love the ss127. I'm hoping to get all those bells and whistles on my yak

This guy should have much more subs great vids

Just bought myself a Pelican catch 120, love this thing but looking to install a motor on it most likely not till this winter, I don't like to be wore down by the time I get to where I'm going to fish smaller lake it good larger lake little to much work what motor do you recommend I was thinking use one of my old motors

How about a video on how you mounted the torqeedo on the bonefide! I really want to get a bonefide but just wish they made a pedal drive, so might get a Coosa fd.

Can’t imagine how much that thing weighs! Also can’t understand the need for more than 2 rods personally! Appreciate the effort you’ve gone to to mod it though! 👍

@tentingaroundflorida

4 жыл бұрын

A lot. This thing is looks hewvy

Hi Gene, do you use any rod leashes or floats to protect your gear in the event of a capsize? Love the channel, I blame my tackle addiction on you!

Love the vids but I'd like to see you big guys on the water turning around and accessing your tackle in your crate. I'm sure you have a way to do it without ending up in the water.

Loving your videos.. I’m looking to buy my first kayak and your videos are very informative.. curious as to where you’d recommend buying one?

@Flukemaster

4 жыл бұрын

Get it from an actual paddle shop. They will let you demo as many as you want in order to make an informed buy.

Thanks for sharing safely first. Subbed!

I couldn't agree more. I have a similar PFD to you. I always wear it. I see so many people on KZread not wearing them, and even some idiots wearing waders in a kayak. The quickest way to die.

Thinking about selling my boat and getting a kayak. Great tips

@michaeldaugherty3540

4 жыл бұрын

Don't you will regret that

@tinareimer7726

4 жыл бұрын

Hi! Did you end up selling the boat? Would you recommend it?

@LarryJohnson7

4 жыл бұрын

@@tinareimer7726 I did sell the boat and bought a kayak. Yes I do regret it. Good news is my wife says she wants a bigger boat. Win win for me

How did you hook your transducer to the bottom of that box I have one kinda just like that and I would love to know how!

Hey Fluke, love your channel, I have a 2019 out back’ what’s your advice ? either invest in a torqeedo’ or a Motor guide with spot lock’ only problem with that is, only option is to mount it on the back’ and it’s heavy’ what would you do ?

Can you provide more detail on how you have your yak attack net attached to your tackle box. I like the sounds of that setup and have both.

@Jimbobd421

5 жыл бұрын

Vinos Finos Tapas and Wine Bar Looked like it’s on the right side tracking system and not on the crate. That’s where most put there net mounts are on the tracks.

For a beginner set up, would you recommend purchasing a rudder or a fish-finder first?

What do you Reckon I should get first electric motor or sounder ?

Thanks for the video! What kind of electronics would you recommend? I'm thinking of something with side imaging.. garmin or humminbird.. but dont want to break the bank either. Any thoughts?

Great video Gene! I love these videos on kayak fishing and gear setups. I just had one suggestion to help make these videos better... the camera was on your face pretty much the whole time and when you talk about some of the gear, you can't really see what you are pointing at or where it's located on your yak. I would rather see the gear on camera and listen to what you are talking about. Hope this helps.

Gene, what kind of kayak trailer is in the video?

hello ..what type of trolling motor is that? particularly the mount.

So true on rod holders up front. Ive many a time got going to hard paddling and grabbed to far got pinned up on rod holder with paddle and it stops you almost throws you

Is that SS127 compete with the Big Rig on stability?

Thank you for stressing the importance of a PFD. It's not talked about enough. Saves lives.

The USCGAUX supports your PFD enthusiasm!!

WHO NEEDS A PADDLE WHEN YOU CAN TIE 2 SPOONS TOGETHER

In the IFA Kayak turments you can not use any power moters it has to be manual power only.

how do you turn around to get into your tackle and rods behind you. I am not seeing it?

how do you steer the torqueedo? Is it digital or is there a cable?

No mater what you spend on setting up a fishing kayak it’s a fraction of what tournament bass boats cost. In fact you can have a couple of kayaks setup for way less (nice to have a 2nd for your buddy/kid/wife when they want to tag along)

What kind of fish finder is that? Or what is a good one for a kayak for an advanced set up that is "relatively" cost effective

Also Gene any suggestions on what would be an all around good kayak for lakes, and maybe some offshore fishing?

@embracethequantum4956

5 жыл бұрын

XxJalelxX I know Nu canoe makes great offshore kayaks I have the flint and I love it but I know bonefied makes great ones too

I got a Mustang manual, pfd .. I just put it on when I'm fishing rivers because it dosent cause discomfort..

Gene, do kayaks go fast enough to properly display Side scan or DI? Just wondering. Looking to get into kayak fishing soon.

How much would the advanced setup run without the trolling motor?

Where did you get the paddle holder on the front of your kayak?

What size gear track did you put on the perch pad?

What is the name of the company who makes the trailer in the background?

Happy fourth of July 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

What kayak do you have? And what's the wait restrictions?

KZread algorithm still putting MTB ads on your videos...blah. Anyway, nice vid Gene, looking forward to the offshore kayak tutorial !

What kind of PDF are you using, it looks like it is very comfortable

Next we need a video with the Lowrance HDS Carbon and how to use it