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its riddler - 5 years ago

You may never see this lol but just an idea I thought of never seen it. What if you put like slide rails on the side and put rod holders on it and modify it to where when you slide it where you want it you can lock it in place. Then you can have it rodholders up beside you if you want or slide them back when paddling

David Reed - 5 years ago

I like the junk drawer will be adding it to my ATAK
Ya look like you lost some weight man good on you
Can you do a KBF with a Electric motor?
I use a Minn Kota Since I have torn both my biceps off I cant paddle all day I am pushing to do some tourneys in my area but they dont allow motors and I cant paddle all day so Im screwed

Flukemaster - 5 years ago

Yes you can use electric motors in KBF

Ben stevens - 5 years ago

The music in the background makes it so hard to watch the video. Good content but the music on top is too much.

King P - 5 years ago

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

Chad Max - 5 years ago

the only fishsinder i want is that garmin panoptic livescope.. that thing is the boss!

Derek Peterson - 5 years ago

Someone that actually gets how kayak rigging works. even on the advanced end

God bless you!

I 110% agree with your over rigging statement

JUNEORJUNE - 5 years ago

WHO NEEDS A PADDLE WHEN YOU CAN TIE 2 SPOONS TOGETHER

TheGoatMumbler - 5 years ago

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.

shyboy98 - 5 years ago

dude you forget to add refrig to keep cold drinks.

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Assassin's Reel - 5 years ago

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

Danny Hudgins - 5 years ago

Is that SS127 compete with the Big Rig on stability?

Brian Porteous - 5 years ago

Great video .....overkill with the rods though

Michael Grant - 5 years ago

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

Vinos Finos Tapas and Wine Bar - 5 years ago

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.

Smedly Dumpsterjuice - 5 years ago

Hi Gene, I added even more to my kayak. I added a pvc piping (painted it black) for a roof, that provides some shade, added solar panels, extra rod holders, and added a misting for those hot days using a small pump. The solar keeps my batteries charged.

I think kayaking will become more popular as boat prices hit the stratosphere.

Jim Taylor - 5 years ago

What is not mention is in some states you put a motor on you need to register it as a boat depending on where you live

TNVolFisher - 5 years ago

Certainly applies in Tennessee

Jim Taylor - 5 years ago

Where I live the DNR told me a motor is a motor regardless what it is . And what ever you have that has a motor on must be done as a boat

Brighton Rope Access Limited - 6 years ago

mine well £0

Jonathan Roman - 6 years ago

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

Johnny G - 6 years ago

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

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MSM Adventures - 6 years ago

Great video thank you!

Ares Evoh - 6 years ago

I was the 22,001th view :( lol

Nate Mcpherson - 6 years ago

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!

Scott Valerius - 6 years ago

Can you please do a video with the kayak in the water and let us see the torqeedo in action.

Iron Kayaker - 6 years ago

great video! we organize the biggest kayak fishing tournament in Mexico, hope you can drop by to our Chanel and check out out 1st tournament aftermovie, hope you can come to the tournament sometime! Next one is October 20 in cuchillo lake!

Erik Brice Ledford - 6 years ago

This is not a great guy to listen to when you’re on the cheap

Erik Brice Ledford - 6 years ago

Steve French in the kayak section

Steve French - 6 years ago

Erik Brice Ledford Watch his other videos.

Jack Christensen - 6 years ago

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!

Brandon Hinkle - 6 years ago

Which fish finder is that? Battery setup?

Mike Barkell - 6 years ago

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!

Jake Boss - 6 years ago

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

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Troy Rakes - 6 years ago

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?

Rendezvous - 6 years ago

How much does it weigh as set up?

jay love - 6 years ago

you want to rig mine?

Jess Holbert - 6 years ago

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

BassGeek - 6 years ago

Great tips for the starter or the advanced angler. Good deal and nice breakdown.

Eric Minniear - 6 years ago

I wish I had the money for ss127

DAKstudios - 6 years ago

So where is the transducer? Is it all in that removable housing?

DAKstudios - 6 years ago

Flukemaster Oh, ok. I wasn’t sure. Is it in the middle mounted under the housing, or is it the rear?

Flukemaster - 6 years ago

It’s mounted to the bottom of it.

Noah Brooks Outdoors - 6 years ago

That kayak is awesome! love your videos man!

Lionel Bia - 6 years ago

Great video

Kue Lee - 6 years ago

Gene what happen to your hobie?

Flukemaster - 6 years ago

The 7 video contract that I had with them was over and I gave it back to them. I loved that kayak though.

Bucks Island - 6 years ago

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

bloodhound122 - 6 years ago

Very informative vid fluke daddy.

Robbie Hampton - 6 years ago

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

natedanaste - 6 years ago

We should have a contest to see how much money fluke has in his yak LOL!

Scott Rau - 5 years ago

NEVER do that math! lol

Kevin Sandells - 6 years ago

natedanaste I would say some of that stuff was donated. Hmmm.

Adam Stallard - 6 years ago

Quick question: Which is more stable, the bonafide ss127 or the mayfly? Thanks

Flukemaster - 6 years ago

The 127

Nelly's fishing Adventures - 6 years ago

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

Bruce Frazeur - 6 years ago

Have a Happy 4th

Dave Mainwaring - 6 years ago

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!

John Lee - 6 years ago

You had me sold on a SS127 but Jackson had a 30% off sale, so Coosa HD here I come!

John Lee - 6 years ago

It’s not only maneuverable it’s up there with the SS127 with stability. The tracking is like a Cuda but it’s really good

Nathan Banjo - 6 years ago

I would so jump on that deal if the HD is what you're looking for. That's what I want for rivers.

John Lee - 6 years ago

Nathan Banjo it’s a local shop here in Colorado, they are quitting the line because no one is buying them

Nathan Banjo - 6 years ago

Where are you getting that deal? Thanks.

Duane'sCustom Baits - 6 years ago

Great job Gene

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Pulling Drag - 6 years ago

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

Yakfishva - 6 years ago

What mounting bracket is that you have for the torqeedo?

The Great Fishing Adventure - 6 years ago

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

The Great Fishing Adventure - 6 years ago

Keep the kayak videos coming brother! Love Them!

Flukemaster - 6 years ago

That’s what I was hoping to convey.

nicksteroni - 6 years ago

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.

Darwin Greene - 5 years ago

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

Proteus Xavier - 6 years ago

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.

Steven Palmer - 6 years ago

Let me think , seventy year old fart two hundred fifty lbs , na , I’ll stay in my 18.5 footer , I wish I could though

John E. Osman III - 6 years ago

Steven Palmer I’m pushing the 240 mark pretty hard, ... and I’ll be turning 65 yr old, in about 3 weeks, or less, ... bought my 13’4” EddyGear, “Stingray” about 2 years ago, ... (I also have a 1972 Sears “Gamefisher” rowboat, which I put a floor in, & created a “mini” bass boat, cause I have back mobility issues, ... (chronic pain, is a real PITA), ... with 2 trolling motors, steer left/right, fwd/rev, with the front 42lb thrust trolling motor, & fwd/rev, with the stern mounted 50 lb thrust trolling motor, ... with 4 marine batteries, & my big butt, I can go 5 days, without recharging, and have a top speed of about 11 mph, ... almost got a ticket on Little Barbee, Lake, as I was warned by an owner of a bar/restaurant, on my way to Big Barbee Lake, ... while camping during a 5 day stay, ... he clocked me with an old VASCAR unit he took off of an Indiana state police squad, several years ago, ... lol, ... we talked for about 1/2 an hour, ... & I had seen them a long time ago inside of the police cars, & got a good education of how they operate, ... (much to my chagrin, smh), ... I need to replace to flooring, but it will have to wait until next spring, ...

XxJalelxX - 6 years ago

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

XxJalelxX - 6 years ago

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.

Ryan Chapman - 6 years ago

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.

acnjshink - 6 years ago

Good stuff Gene,

You got your #SS127 #AllRiggedOut

John Bolton - 6 years ago

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.

Mason Norman - 6 years ago

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

masteronesolo - 6 years ago

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

Todd Smith - 6 years ago

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

Frank W - 6 years ago

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!!

DW B - 6 years ago

Chasin kids in kayaks nuff said....you need an electric motor to keep up. Safety upgrade too.

KEEPCASTING - 6 years ago

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.

Trentin Platz - 6 years ago

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!!!!

Larry Johnson / 2 Creeks Outdoors - 6 years ago

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

kayaken -nc - 6 years ago

Amazing rig

Michael Cross - 6 years ago

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

Philip Watkins - 6 years ago

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

Fish Mountain Project - 6 years ago

Great video!

Bill Galeckas - 6 years ago

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!

Pete Hill - 6 years ago

Perfect timing. Literally just took my perception striker off the water

Water Hopper Ryan - 6 years ago

These are my favorite videos of yours to watch now!

jason stroup - 6 years ago

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

Sam H - 6 years ago

Hey Gene, what’s your take on feel free 13.5 lure? I was thinking that or a big fish 120

Greg Jackson - 6 years ago

Ditto on comfort of the Lure seats. The lower seat back design sits well below the back of my pfd, and the seat back also provides nice lumbar support for my 6'1" height.

FerruleWax - 6 years ago

Sam H Yeah man, I would definitely check one out. The seat on the big fish isn't quite as nice as the one on the feelfree, but it's a really neat setup if you like to stand and fish. I prefer the lure overall.

Sam H - 6 years ago

Thanks FerruleWax I’m looking for my fist one and those are the ones I’m leaning towards!

FerruleWax - 6 years ago

Sam H I really like the feelfree boats, the seat is second to none. I haven't messed with a 13.5 but the 10 and 11.5 are both really nice boats and are super stable. They also paddle well for their size. The big fish is also super cool, my only complaint was how heavy they are. If you are going to trailer your kayak (totally defeats the purpose IMO) then the big fish is fine, but if you are like me and carry your boat the big fish is heavy.

bassin'withjackson - 6 years ago

Nice I just made a vid on my kayak tour so I will add some of this stuff great job

JB FISHING ADVENTURES - 6 years ago

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