oops, forgot, surf, check out the bow on the yaks. I know you’ve paddled these boats, but when the wind picks up almost all boats are wet. Check out if the bow is it squared off or is it flared. In a cross wind the flared bow can make a difference on how wet or dry you’ll get while paddling. Plus if you want to make a beach launch the flared bow helps you get over the breakers and not inside of them.
Mud
Tarpon 140
mudroc,i have hit info overload.im learning that there is no perfect yak for all things.for the type of fishin im gonna mostly do,i think im down to the t140 or the redfish.probably the redfish.my head is gonna explode if i read anymore or somebody tells me much more.my partners at work are about to kill me.they are sick of hearing about yaks already.i always take anything to do with my fishin seriously,and this has been no different.ive got 300+ pages of material off the net,plus i have written down most of what you guys have told me.those 2 yaks seem to be the best for what i want.maybe at this point ill just flip a coin.but,you guys sure know your stuff,and i cant wait to get the thing so we can hit the water. surf
Before you rule out the Drifter, you should try one with the “Drifter Seat” by Surf to Summit.
http://www.kayaksportfishing.com/product_reviews/surftosummit_drifterseat.htm
Also put your scupper plugs in. I find this combination hard to beat. I don’t fish from mine much any more because I got a boat last year.
I have, however, used my kayak for several years now for duck hunting. (not to shoot out of but for transportation in the shallows). The Drifter will hold my fat arse, my gun, my shells, my walking stick, my marsh seat, and a dozen decoys, waders, etc., etc. I think this would sink most other yaks.
I’m babbling. The main point is the Drifter Seat makes this kayak a completely different animal; much easer to get in and out, and a dryer ride.
TheHawg
thanks for the info.you probably read that i tried the drifter,it was ok.without scupper plugs i got wet.i also didnt care for those ridges that are there for footholds.the thing paddled sluggish also.i think im about hooked on the redfish.if things go ok this week,i might be able to buy soon.thanks for all the info everybody.
I know what you must do…buy one of each:wink:
Mud
Tarpon 140
I have ended up with two a 160i which I had and just got a new marquesa, wasnt my intention but I hemmed and hawed on selling the 160i and then found a really good deal on a marquesa, so whats a man to do, wife is still happy , two kayaks cost alot less than the flats boats I used to run in FL.
im gettin the marquesa/redfish.its settled.now just a few more bucks…
5151, the redfish must be for your son, right?
Surf sounds like a good boat for your size surf, plus they tend to be rather fist too.
5151,DD or anyone else, Copahee in the late afternoon…Fri, Mon, or Tues?
Mud
Tarpon 140
Mud, I am game any time Sat, Mon or tues, let me know if you are going.
SC surfman, I can bring you a Tarpon 140 or 160 to fish out of if you can make it:wink:
DD
“Paddle Solo, Sleep Tandem!!”
Im planning to hit up Copahee tomorrow afternoon. Im hoping to be there about 4:30, but all depends on when class get let out. Ill be in a Red Tacoma and a dark green ocean kayak.
Mudrock and Dolphin,
If yall are looking for someone else I would love to join.
Dolphin if I am allowed to go I would love to use the 160.
Where is the Copahee?
21’ Sea Pro Bay, Yellow
225 Mercury Verado
Named: Faith & Grace after my wife and daughter
Sorry can’t go Saturday. Busy day at work. Monday and Tuesday works for me. Tuesday preferably .
21’ Sea Pro Bay, Yellow
225 Mercury Verado
Named: Faith & Grace after my wife and daughter
Mud cant make it fri afternoon, but will be there early sat am. I maybe using the marquesa more little easier to fly cast out of.
saturday i got deer stands and corn piles to tend to on my property up near manning.im workin monday and tuesday.but,thank you for the offer.got to get ready for deer season.
did not know there was such a thing.will definately check it out.cant wait for the 15th and im off!im not too far from the money for the marquesa.
F&G sorry we couldn’t hook up, I’ve had some shoulder problems lately.
5151…? well…how’d ya do?
Mud
Tarpon 140