This, to me, is the best kayak video ever made. I was about to "upgrade" to a sit-on-top kayak from my loved, customized little sit-inside kayak. Thank you Zoffinger for reminding me that I don't need it.

Ahhh, now this is the Zoffinger I most enjoy. Other stuff is good too, but you just can't beat this kind of a video.

@estoogarcia4629

7 жыл бұрын

Sharif Salih I agree completely

@WisGuy4

7 жыл бұрын

I agree 100% - I enjoy the pleasant, low-key and usually educational and helpful fishing videos without all the nonsense one sees with many other angling personalities. Plus, the Zoffinger community is a lot more mature, with virtually none of the angry, profane teenage-types who clog up the comments on so many other KZread channels.

@TheLobstersoup

7 жыл бұрын

Yeah something serene about these videos just on the water and alone. I don't need action and adventures.

@giantsrawsome56

7 жыл бұрын

Sharif Salih yeah when zoffinger fishes I enjoy his channel more than any other because usually everyone else are preppy douchebags

@limestonelizard

7 жыл бұрын

Agree!!

I'm all about keeping it simple, too.. some videos show guys with so much crap on them they should have bought a pontoon boat. The beauty of kayaking is it's utter simplicity.. I don't like packing everything in the house to take on vacation, and I don't need a kitchen sink on my kayak. Lol 😂 great video.. thanks!

I really like your chill attitude. I feel calmer after watching your videos. You're like the Bob Ross of Florida kayak fishing! Thanks dude!

@rickdearmont9950

7 жыл бұрын

Chad Worthman lets catch us some "Happy Fish"

@Goooooodnight

7 жыл бұрын

Rick Dearmont "were gonna put a little crevalle jack down here in this corner, that'll be our little secret"

@ivowalne5158

7 жыл бұрын

Chad Worthman one of the best descriptions of the zoff ive read haha

@samuelalejandrosalazarcabr5309

7 жыл бұрын

Chad Worthman YEEAAHHHHH

@864pescador

6 жыл бұрын

This is the best comment thread of all time.

Glad to see you making a fishing video my friend. You are the person that actually got me fishing from a kayak. And I used a pelican catch 120 for about a year after seeing your review on it. So needless to say you have been a positive influence on my fishing career. Hope to see more videos more often buddy.

Yesterday I was drunk and flipped my kayak. I lost two rods,tackle and hooked my thigh. budlight you made my day.

@PufflesDaViking

7 жыл бұрын

Pulling treble hooks out of your thigh is always the best day. Lol.

@DrewB439

7 жыл бұрын

Duane Gaskins I hope I don't do that again... slow down on the beer lol..

@michaelragsdale4797

7 жыл бұрын

Drew B : if you don't bleed---you're not trying !

@DrewB439

7 жыл бұрын

Michael Ragsdale Rodger that brother!

@PufflesDaViking

7 жыл бұрын

Oh I've never been drunk while doing it mate. Just have stupid friends.

"I've never seen somebody catching a fish going 40 miles per hour anyway." Well said!

@jakelencher817

4 жыл бұрын

you can rip a fishes face at 40 miles per hour, if the fish can even go that fast.

i love these simply videos of you just enjoying the day catching fish

Laid back relaxed attitude no crazy music, I hate it when you can't hear anything but LOUD MUSIC! Very nice Video Sir!

@ScottLiberty1110

7 жыл бұрын

Are you using the shrimp under a popping cork setup or just curious?

THIS is what so many of us out here love, Marty! Great to see this kind of content again.

This guy is like the Bob Ross of fishing, he's so calming

@karlshaner2453

3 жыл бұрын

And like Bob Ross I am sure this guy will someday be giving back to the fish literally. I hope that water was less than waist-deep.

welcome back to the fishing world Marty, now you can start relaxing again.

I missed you SOOOO much! PLEASE give us more. By the way, those birds are Swifts, and they weren't playing, they were gobbling up all the mosquitoes and other bugs they could before going to bed for the night. They nest near water under overhangs, bridges, etc. Oh please give us more videos. You got me "hooked".

It's great to see another kayak fishing video - thanks Marty. Keep 'em coming! A few words to anyone considering one of these Pelicans (since I bought a similar 10' sit-in Pelican Odyssey 100X last spring from Costco - it's almost the same as the Maverick 100 Ltd. sold at Dick's Sporting Goods), which looks to have a better front storage compartment and a better seat than this Pelican Argo 100, but no built-in flush mount rear rod holders, which I installed myself on my Odyssey 100X. First, I mounted my swiveling front rod holder in the exact same place as Marty has his in this video, since it was the closest and flattest place in the front of the kayak. That was a bit of a mistake, because it is really too far forward by about 6" and it's hard to reach when seated (and I have longer than average arms - I wear a size 35" sleeve on a dress shirt). In retrospect, I wish I had mounted it closer to the front, even on a spot that isn't as flat. The thing about rod holder bases is that they are surprisingly flexible when screwed down, they can be bent to fit a curved surface, and I could have trimmed a bit of overlap if the corners hung over the edge a bit. Second, while there is an open storage compartment in the back of these Pelicans, for some reason they did not make them quite large enough to fit a standard 16-quart milk crate, at least not on my Odyssey, and it appears the compartment on the various Maverick models I've seen at Dick's are the same size; maybe this Argo has a bigger rear compartment. On my Odyssey, the rear storage compartment is about an inch narrower than a standard milk crate, which is 13"x13". This wasn't an issue for me because I happened to have a slightly narrower than normal crate (I think it held two or three gallon jugs - it's about 11" or 12"x 14" ) that fits perfectly. It might be possible to apply some heat from, say, a blowtorch, and maybe use a saw to bend and trim a standard crate to fit. Having said that, though, I have been really pleased with my Pelican. It's noticeably quicker than several 9" Sun Dolphins I've paddled, and seems quicker, too, than my wife's 9'6" Perception. It tracks pretty well, although I may want to build a rudder/scupper for it, as it did not go as straight as I would like paddling on a really windy day. It is very stable - I've never once felt like I was coming even close to tipping. Of course, with a sit-in, it's a bit trickier to stand up on it, something I've not yet tried, but since watching Marty do it, I think I'll give it a shot this summer (I'm not risking toppling over in 40*F spring water). There is room behind the seat to stuff an anchor on one side and a dry box along with a couple of utility-tackle boxes on the other side. For the $299 I paid for my Pelican, which included a paddle as part of the Costco package, I got a great deal.

Wondering if you would ever get back to kayak fishing. Glad to see you back!

Your philosophy is what makes us happy to have you by our side! Nice hat too, it's vintage now... ;)

@WisGuy4

7 жыл бұрын

Hey Pelican Int'l, On the off-chance this comment might get read and passed on to someone involved with your product development, with your sit-in kayaks with open rear storage compartments, such as the Odyssey 100X I bought last spring or the nearly identical Maverick models, you should widen up that rear compartment a small amount so that it can hold a standard-sized (13"x13" - 16-quart) milk crate. As you should know, milk crates are very useful and popular both to hold gear inside and to mount further accessories, such as additional rod holders, on the outside. Thanks and thanks for supporting Marty's channel. It was a significant factor in my decision to buy a Pelican last year.

@PelicanSportVideos

7 жыл бұрын

Hey there! Will definitely communicate that comment to our R&D department. We have made some modifications for this year's collection already, but it's always nice to have more feedback.

@hookedwithbryan

7 жыл бұрын

Pelican International how about a kayak designed by a actual fisherman that understands the things needed used by kayak fishermen

@backcountrypipe

7 жыл бұрын

Pelican International How and where can I purchase this model in NS, Canada? Been looking for the past week with no luck. Appreciate any help.

@PelicanSportVideos

7 жыл бұрын

Hi there, you can try our dealer locator on our website to check which Pelican retailers are your area. Costco.ca might also have it, plus they sell online. Also Atmosphere maybe. Hope this helps.

Great video! Very calming and enjoyable to watch. Impressed that you are able to stand in it. Just ordered one for next season!

I did not have a good day. I am sure glad I got to watch your video tonight. I feel much better now. Thanks Marty. It is great to see you on the water.

Ditto Sharif!! really good to see u back in a kayak n doing it all again the simple way!! thanx for taking the time n letting us come along with u!!

This video is why I started watching from the beginning! Back to the basics, simple kayak fishing! Love the sound of tight lines! Always remember the 4 letter F word. Fish Flats For Fish!!! Love it!

These are the kind of videos I miss from you. Like a sight for sore eyes. Thank you.

Great video! It was a rainy Sunday in northern Iowa last summer, while sitting at my computer I stumbled on to one of your videos. I had never even thought of fishing from a kayak until I started watching your videos. I started driving my wife crazy when we were out shopping, I would have to stop at every sporting goods store and look at kayaks. We are on a tight budget and I never dreamed of owning one in the near future. Lo and behold on Christmas day I opened a box (which I thought was going to be an article of clothing) and saw a picture of a Perception Pescador 10 Kayak and a claim ticket to pick it up at the sporting goods store! Now I'm adding attachments to adapt it for angling and woefully waiting for the ice to melt on the various lakes in my vicinity. Thanks for the great work I always look forward to your videos. Carl

but I applaud you for letting the smaller ones go. only have to be 18" to keep,

I bought a pelican 4 years ago put some rod holders on it up here in Canada. So much fun. Took it to Bradenton Florida Nov Dec. 2016 loved it. So much fun for so little outlay. I can relate totally.

Everything you talked about in this video is exactly why I love kayak fishing. Especially at the begining. I love getting out on the weekends after being at work all week just to relax and get away from everything for awhile.

I just bought a Pelican Apex 130 tandem for my son and I to fish from. Great kayak and reasonbly priced at $399. Very happy with it.

Love these simple kayak fishing videos. Brings back memories on when I first found your channel! Keep it up.

amazing video Marty love all your videos

Marty you gotta stay away from the "fast foward". I started watching your videos because of how relaxing and informative they were. They weren't rushed. Those moments of just paddling around to your next spot are just as entertaining as you landing a catch. I can only imagine how busy you've been with the boat and pelican and trying to please your viewers. Maybe there is some transition you're going through from one style of filming to another. Perhaps I should just stick my foot in my mouth. Either way Marty, still live your videos. They are responsible for my new found addiction and I thank you sir. Tight lines brother.

@patrickbridges5359

7 жыл бұрын

Love*

Always appreciate your respect and the fact that there's no obscenity in your videos. The fishing is pretty awesome too. Thanks, brother. Keep 'en coming.

Good to see you back on the water. Took your advice from last year. Was in the area and paid a visit to Big Bend, lots of Fish and Manatee's, so thanks Marty

Marty you always have the best music..... Just chill. Looking to pick up a couple of these for my sons so thanx

Thanks for taking us along with you !!! Always enjoy your videos !

As always, another great video!!! Thanks for making our day and little more peaceful! Wish you great health and many more days on the water to share!

I miss this content, Marty! I know your a very busy man, but I hope there's more of this to come! It's what made you the brand that you are. I think we all vicariously live through you in these video's! Thank u for bringing this back!

nice to see you out there just enjoying the fishing again Marty , great video. thanks

Great to have you back fishing! Love how you enjoy It!

Marty, videos like is is why I subscribed to your channel. Please don't forget your fishing roots.

thanks for all the videos because of you I bought one of these pelicans yesterday cant wait to go fishing this weekend

I love watching your videos. You inspired me to buy a kayak here in Australia. Before this, I just played computer games all the time. Keep up the great videos mate

@harrywisniewski5017

7 жыл бұрын

WatchTheMoss that's great, I'm gonna be getting one soon

@zoffinger

7 жыл бұрын

I spent plenty of time playing games. Nowadays, I just focus that energy on filming and editing which can (sometimes) be as fun.

@dimesonhiseyes9134

7 жыл бұрын

WatchTheMoss I was a fat video game addicted mellinial not long ago myself(not that you are but I was). I had an epiphany on my birthday a few years ago when I was thinking about when my grandfather died. all the regrets and joys he expressed on his death bed not one was "I'm sure glad I watched that tv show or I am glad I played that video game (he did play video games :)) , he said remember that one fishing trip we went on, I really wish we could have done that one more time. Or he would relive his accomplishments from the real world. I decided to concentrate on the real world I want to conquer that mountain in a way that nothing digital can. I applaud you on your decision to life life in a more full manner.

@WatchTheMoss

7 жыл бұрын

Oh I'm definitely not giving up gaming. I will make sure I go kayaking every Sunday though. A mix of both worlds is perfect :)

Wow! Just bought a 10' Pelican and I love it. And your video is the best I've watched. Thanks for sharing.

been waiting for another video for a while this is just the one I waiting for thanks for all the inspiration man you are the main reason I had the balls to put holes in my yak .....poor boys can do it after all man god bless and keep your lines tight...thanks sincerely the chad

Love watching the kayak fishing videos! So relaxing and inspiring

Sitting here in my cubical with no windows! ....Thank you for this excellent get away!

Took Your advice and bought a kayak for under $300.00. Loving every minute out on the water. Thanks Marty, You Rock.

Hey Marty, great to see you back in the Yak. Would love to see you dust off all the rods and get back in to the mangroves for more fishing videos. This is what I subscribed to your channel for and I hope you spend more time in the future putting some of your fishing videos on the page.

Great to see you back on the water doing what we love! Keep at it, brother!

I've had this kayak for maybe 5 months and used it maybe 10 times. Amazing durability and stability. Purchased from west marine in fl. Great video cheers

Hi Zoff, you were my first youtube subscribe ever for the simple reason that you were fishing from a little red yak. Through the years I've had 5 kayaks and have been "downgrading" every time. I even got rid of my yak-attack blackpack because I thought it was to complicated. Don't even use a milk crate. I'm fishing from a WS tarpon now and love the simplicity of the design. My buddy glides from a Pelican strike and loves it. He just reeled-in a 14 lb. largemouth bass this past weekend. Take that!!!! Simple, simple, simple = FUN!

Great to have you back on the water and catching fish

best video you have made in awhile. the ones like this one are the whole reason i subscribed to you.

i swear dude your videos are just so mellow and chill.

Men I was like where is the bud , video is Olmost over, and then you open the little thing and wala there it is .love it😂

This video is exactly why I started watching you. I do enjoy all of you other content also.

so glad to watch another one of your great videos

It's good to see ya back fishing in a kayak Marty!!! Thanks for the vid!

That's one of the best videos I've seen in ages!

I got a kayak because you convinced be to do so Marty! I have great adventures and owe it all to you! Good luck and God Bless!

Marty, I love how you keep it real! You have inspired me. I've been searching for a Bass Raider (I know, not a kayak) but pickings are slim up her in Canada. My bro lives in Ohio and there are plenty there....road trip! Thanks for the adventures zoffinger!

Back to the good ol videos! These are the type of videos that got me back into fishing! Nice fish Z!

You're spot on! It doesn't take a lot. I traded a $300 canoe for an Elie Coast 120 and I love it. In late Aug I found an older Valley 17' touring yak for $200 and love it too. Buy the time I replace the hatch covers (cost me $70) and all the rigging I'll have less than $400 in a boat I can go almost anywhere in.

You have an amazing outlook on life... Another great video. Congratulations on your business venture success!

Yep, one does not need to spend a fortune on a yak to enjoy using one. They make inexpensive sit on top kayaks too ( as most already know).(My small yak I have for little creeks and such is an Emotion Spitfire 9.. great little yak) I always suggest buying a sit on top for the reasons stated below .. 1- your butt stays far drier. :) 2- easier to get in and out of. 3- they float when full of water because they are double hull. Sit in yaks are like a bathtub and fill and sink. 4- Better to modify. Glad to see you back posting kayak fishing vids. The big boat saga is also great, but I've missed the kayak vids from you. Keep on catching. :)

@WisGuy4

7 жыл бұрын

How does one's butt stay drier in a sit-on-top rather than a sit-in kayak? Lots of sit-on-top kayaks have scupper holes near the seat that can leak. Getting splashed by rough surface conditions is also more likely with a sit-on-top model. Sit-in kayaks tend to be a bit sleeker and thus quicker than sit-on-top models. They are also a lot lighter and easier to carry or lift onto or take off a roof rack. This Pelican weighs 37lbs whereas a comparable 10' sit-on-top kayak would weigh something in the 45 to 53lb range, per Pelican's website. Plus, it seems that most sit-on-top angling kayaks are 12' craft that weigh at least 30lbs more than this Pelican Argo. As far as modifications go, with sit-in kayaks, one has the option of securing accessories with any sort of attachment, including bolts with locking washers, rather than just screws and rivets. One thing you left out, though, is that sit-on-tops tend to be better for taller guys or ones with longer legs. My 10' Pelican Odyssey sit-in kayak would probably be cramped if I was 2-3" taller - I'm a pretty average-sized guy at 5'9" with a 30" inseam on my pants. One can also swing one's legs overboard on a sit-in kayak for an alternative sitting arrangement that gives a broader casting range than with the forward direction in a sit-in kayak. There are advantages and disadvantages with both types of kayaks.

@horsedood13

7 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you have no actual experience with a SOT fishing kayak since much of your argument is incorrect. We are talking "fishing kayaks". I won't debate what are already well known facts about the pro's and cons. BTW-- I'm not short ( @ 6'2") and I've never had a wet ass one time sitting in my Perception Striker 11.5, my Pelican Catch 120 or my Nucanoe Frontier. ) Even with the scupper plugs in and standing water in the floor. ( you do not sit on the floor..but raised in a seat I also like to stand and fish and walk to and fro on the deck. Or go out in the surf or big lake or in cold weather. Which they all accomplish nicely. Matter of fact I caught a 45lb. Blue cat in the Ohio river yesterday from my Frontier. Couldn't have done that in a 10ft. Sit in yak. ( water too cold - fish way too big) Now my el cheapo Emotion Spitfire 9 will get your butt damp... but it's just a little, cheap 9 ft SOT that I use to drag up little creeks. It will however hold 350lbs. is unsinkable and only weighs 37lbs. empty. :)

@horsedood13

7 жыл бұрын

BTW... most SOT yaks have hatches for inside storage and they enable you to use bolts & nuts easily. Plus truthfully, marine tri-rivets are so strong you can attach anything with them. I would never use screws..........I agree that's not very secure. Again....fill your "bath tub" up with water and watch it sink like ...well...a bath tub full of water. :-P Flip a SOT over and it still floats... You can fill it with water and it still floats. I kinda like that....... especially out on a big lake or in the ocean. TRY IT....you'll like it.

Your videos are awesome man! You are the inspiration of my channel!

This was really an awesome video of sit-inside fishing. Thank you!

Awesome video! Love to see you back out on the water!

Great video, Marty. Great to see you back on your kayak. Awesome

Glad to seeing you back in the Yak

Simply the best...better than all the rest........she made that song just for Zoffinger !! Great video and loved all the lure box and bait bucket off little red,the first of your awesome kayaks. Loved it. !!!!

Marty your awesome I love watching your videos I have been since day one and after all this time still here keep up the great work buddy tight lines

oh boy I didn't think Mr Z would ever get back on the water thank uuuuuuuu

Took your advice and got me just a cheap simple kayak. Ended up buying a pelican bandit 80nxt and best part got it for way under original price. Love your videos and hope to see more fishing a diy's

Nice to see you back out fishing again.

Good to see you free and having fun great vid

back to the basics Marty you're the man

u r so right. just fish and enjoy. im in arizona and will be in florida in a little over a year. cant wait.

I have a Pelican Trailblazer 100 Angler that I got from Dick's Sporting Goods and it's 10 foot also. I have taken it to rivers and it is a lot of fun even if I don't catch anything sometimes. Good to see you in a similar kayak fishing.

I myself have a Pelican kayak. Mine is the trailblazer sit in 10 foot model. I have fully upgraded this kayak on a very low budget. Fish finder, anchor trolley, flush mount rod holders in the rear, a scotty rod holder up front, gear clips and tackle storage inside. You are right about the money, I spent 199.00 for the kayak itself at dicks sporting goods. The rest were just added on parts. With the fish finder, I may have 310.00 into this kayak. One thing I will say about Pelican though. Don't buy the Angler version if you are trying to save money. They typically want allot more for those, than what you can build yourself. 2 flush mount rod holders, were 10 bucks a piece. Scotty rod holder for up front was 15 bucks, anchor trolley parts was like 4 bucks, and my fish finder was on sale for 59 bucks, battery for it was i think 12 bucks. I do love my kayak, however I have become older, and paddling is hard on me. So for me, its time to spend the money for a kayak I can peddle.

Just bought a green one today, taking it out saturday. Sweet! Love all your videos!

Man just going back Marty to some of your OG videos. Things have come so far man. Cheers and Tight lines my dude, don’t forget to get away from the hustle and bustle still.

glad to see someone out there that doesn't need a 1500-3000 dollar kayak. SINK fishing videos aren't that common on youtube

I'm working on getting an ascend fs10 from bass pro for bass fishing. Thanks to you for getting me into kayak fishing!!!

these videos are always so relaxing

Sounds like Heaven, on the water, catchin swimming things.

Thank you. So nice to see someone else that likes it simple. Lol tomorrow is going to be my first time going out. I feel less intimidated now

I'm going to be buying my first kayak soon!!!! It's a used pelican sit on from my cousin. Comes with a paddle and a rod holder

Great to see you back in the 'yak Marty ! Love the back to basics video, x.

Amazing video, thank you sharing. today I bought my first kayak Pelican Trailblazer 100 NXT.I am sure that I will enjoy it too

Now that was refreshing. I first found your videos searching for kayak fishing, nice to see you back at it. I hope to meet you someday.

Awesome video Marty! Keep up the good work!

Happy to see you fishing again Marty congrats on 100,000

I want to hit the thumbs up button a hundred times. Thank you for this.

Great to see you fishing again Marty!

Awesome fishing video! back to basics. love it.

I'm glad to see some fishing videos again

Oh!! Simple kayak, nice job! Love this video

What a coincidence: today was my first day out in my little one! That Pelican surprised me too: either you have great hip reaction or it really doesn't need pontoons. Great!

Good to see you again.

Love your videos keep up the Great work!

The legend himself is back!