Ok got a new yak which is very different than a motor boat 
Now my question is how to rig it . Any suggestions from your experience . Being in the upstate I will probably use it in large ponds , Saluda river , Hartwell but I want to bring it down and fish with you folks . I think I talked to Mud on the phone several days ago It looks like you are having a blast folks .
Oh it’s a prowler trident 11
a few rod holders, an anchor trolley and a milk crate and yer ready to fish… Riggin up your fish finder is the hardest part, but you also got hose scuppers made for them so it’ll be easier for you… riggin is easy peasy… it’s as much or as little as you want…
“Paddle faster boys… I hear banjo music!”
Charleston Director- SCKayakfishing.com
Tarpon 160os
you rig it to fit “you”. I think everyone will agree on that. Go out a few time and see where things will fit, where things will be in the way, where you can get to a tackle box without turning over. If you have a rod in front and a rod on the back or side can you reach both at the same time. Can you paddle if you are trolling, are the rods in the way? go from there.
Get some rod holders and a milk crate and then fish out of it for a year before drilling any more holes. I fish the rivers in the columbia area as well as lake murray and I have found that a ff/gps is not always necessary. I rushed out and bought one thinking I would use it to help keep me from getting lost at the coast but I have not done any fishing at the coast yet. At home, I am usually in shallow water and am able to touch bottom with the paddle in most cases. Take it to the coast and fish with some of these experienced guys and see what is really needed if you will be doing alot of coastal fishing. I have an anchor as well but use a brush grabber ($10 @ Bass Pro) if I need to anchor myself in the river. It is quicker and easier than an anchor. I have 2 rod holders mounted to my yak that I use for trolling and 3 rod holders mounted to my crate. I typically fish with 3 rods and switch between them frequently. My rods lay in front of me most of the time to prevent snags on trees and for quicker pickup. You would want to keep them in the holders in saltwater but in fresh, it is not a problem an they stay pretty dry in my yak.
Bottom line, rig your yak according to how you fish and for your conditions then adapt to the coast when you go. Chances are you will hook up with someone who knows the area and will be leading the way.
If you must drill now, check out www.kayakfishingstuff.com for more ideas
2 Flush mount rod holders. One on each side behind your seat. 1 scotty rod holder between your legs close to your feet. 1 fish finder. Doesnt have to be top notch. Eagle makes great fish finders for the kayak.You can build you a live well out of a cooler to put in the back tank well to keep your bait cold and alive.
2 flush mount rod holders
Thanks folks , Taking notes !
I use my fish finder to see how deep the water is and find holes drop offs and structure… it’s nice when I fish a new place but the places i usually fish I bearely turn the thing on now… Ask Billpebbs, Rod holders are a must 
other than that it’s waht will make fishin more comfortable/easier for you. Some of the guys on here have a ton of stuff on their boats and it works for them perfectly while other people like to have 1 rod and a handful of grubs… Make it yours and make it fit you. Once you decide let us know and we’ll be abel to give ya more detailed help. Also ther is a whole rigging section on www.sckayakfishing.com check it out
“Paddle faster boys… I hear banjo music!”
Charleston Director- SCKayakfishing.com
Tarpon 160os