Fishing Kayak Setup Ideas - 34 Easy Kayak Modifications for Fishing

Kayak Hacks Fishing

Check out these 34 fishing kayak setup ideas that show many fishing kayak accessories as well as the fishing kayak modifications I made to optimize my Jackson Coosa FD setup and you can apply these to your fishing kayak as well; proving fishing kayak mods do not have to be complicated or costly. Stand up assist strap: https://youtu.be/BjbLs4ms1rU Kayak Cart: https://youtu.be/MHyZR2pdIOU Dollar Store Fish Bag: https://youtu.be/WMZv6dmur94 Front Hatch Dollar Store Storage Hacks: Option 1: https://youtu.be/YEz5GUz8hA4 Option 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUnKOfEIjgU&t=0s&list=PL8egn41J7Go_7SXTlO-yHWhYcN6tSCWoc&index=19 Kayak Transportation Hacks including the assist strap: https://youtu.be/rNkdQ0kcZmo Rod Holder Mistake and Solution: https://youtu.be/3PQH4bqYYXw Fish Finder Installation Guidance and Mistake Avoidance: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8egn41J7Go80EC7VgwwA58dume-25vuM Fish Finder Battery Box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogwktughHD0&list=PL8egn41J7Go80EC7VgwwA58dume-25vuM&index=3&t=0s Deeper Fish Finder Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6K6vzGcq8Bc Kayak Fishing Tool Caddy Option 1: https://youtu.be/1b5ZjIWX9HE Option 2: https://youtu.be/1Ezrvs2MqFE Kayak Cup Holder Hack: https://youtu.be/RIQaca3CoBU Kayak Bump Bar Storage: https://youtu.be/uEM6_LfK1GE Kayak Rig Rack: https://youtu.be/ESR5buLSbQU PVC Gear Head Adapter: Option 1: https://youtu.be/In_nSEh1upw Option 2: https://youtu.be/jtimgD6v_3s Kayak Lumbar Support for Seat: https://youtu.be/DCChXPGeDBk Kayak Scent Holder: https://youtu.be/ExCOqPP-vtk DIY Anchor Trolley: https://youtu.be/iNqDlqyA7yM Anchor Float: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRXOt4jXCZg&index=4&t=0s&list=PL8egn41J7Go9a6jDjLyymK-Rv2sk_JxtT Don’t Make this Anchor Trolley Mistake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2brpGvhHhk&index=2&list=PL8egn41J7Go9a6jDjLyymK-Rv2sk_JxtT&t=0s Dive Reel Anchor Line: https://youtu.be/KxYEu_aRrNo Kayak Paddle Holder Clip Hack: https://youtu.be/eHq_rjMO3u8 Milk Crate Setup Ideas: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8egn41J7Go--joNHmZ-kC3Hp_Suqx0qc Kayak Tackle Management and Organization Hacks: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8egn41J7Go_MWOJ9Kb5B6DVTenbyFPSy Kayak Live Bait Management Hacks: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8egn41J7Go_SJr5Vwv2VY2VK9gSN7wn_ Boonedox Landing Gear Fix: https://youtu.be/4rG8SJ_sUtM Kayak Cart DIY: https://youtu.be/MHyZR2pdIOU Kayak Rear Hatch Storage Insert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ealbnCCbWT8 DIY Rear Camera Mount: https://youtu.be/J8etJG1r7JM Stabilized Front Camera Mount: https://youtu.be/ob4Ujt9HIko Lightning Detector Review: https://youtu.be/8gtg4XiAjpo Subscribe to Kayak Hacks: https://goo.gl/BAxRXd Follow on Google+: http://tinyurl.com/kayakhacksGooglePlus The Kayak Hacks Fishing channel covers kayak, wading, shoreline, spin and fly fishing. It features gear mods to make kayak fishing more comfortable, efficient and enjoyable. Also, I share many tips, tricks and "how to's" for both spin and fly fishing regardless of whether you are fishing from a boat or on your feet. Please subscribe! Thanks! Steve's CatchGuide series of fishing books are available on Amazon: Wade and Shoreline Fishing the Potomac River for Smallmouth Bass - http://amzn.to/1FwhvjG Maryland Trout Fishing - http://amzn.to/1L0fAEb Wade Fishing the Rappahannock River of Virginia - http://amzn.to/1L0fFb8 Wade Fishing the Rapidan River of Virginia - http://amzn.to/1L0fH2z Wade Fishing the North Branch of the Potomac - http://amzn.to/1ViIzK7 Read Steve's columns in: Southern Trout Magazine - http://www.southerntrout.com/ Southern Kayak Fishing - http://www.sokayakfishing.com/ Affiliate Disclaimer: Any product link to Amazon is an affiliate link. Other product links may be as well as I develop relationships with sellers. I appreciate your support in using those links since the small commission generated offsets the cost of the stuff I test for the channel. Thanks! In short, you accept all risk of using any ideas presented in this video. Do not apply any suggestion if it will ruin the appearance, function or structural integrity of your kayak. Nothing in this video creates any expressed or implied warranty or guarantees a result. I shall not be held liable in any way or manner for errors, misleading or incorrect information. If you find an error, please notify me right away using the contact form for the channel. The bottom line is that you must make a judgment and not rely on the opinions expressed here.

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Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Brent Ditzler - 6 years ago

you forgot your rudder tab extensions.....typical whoop says the squid!

Jetski Jay - 5 years ago

He’s like the Scotty Kilmer of kayaks.

Ohio Vet Outdoors - 5 years ago

Thats ideal lol

Derek Peterson - 5 years ago

I'd never go fishing if I had a setup like that, by the time you setup the fish would already be fed or caught by everyone else. ^^;

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

lol. Most of it is attached all the time. The only hassle is setting up the camera mounts and the anchor hanger.

mike bell - 5 years ago

I see you have an ANGLR shirt on. How do you like the Anglr app? I just got the button the other day but I haven't been on the water yet.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

I have been using it since last July or so. I like it very much. They are adding new features quickly. I really like the trip replay to use the satellite view to see if I missed any good spots

Moises Calderon - 5 years ago

Thats a nice yak, but if you flip over youll lose so much gear.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

Actually, most of it is attached. There are a few things that would disappear! Need to get disinclined in tying rods, etc

Richard Powell - 5 years ago

Man, this guy would think I'm crazy I guess. He obviously doesn't launch from the beach. I take my kayak out on the ocean with just my spinfisher 7500 (already rigged for live bait) and stiff 7 foot rod, a small old cooler that sits perfectly behind me as a baitwell for my croakers or pinfish, fishing pliers around my neck, and bolt cutters tied to my kayak in case of large sharks that I can't get the hook out with out cutting the hook in half. I literally don't even bring water (I am a marathon runner though and don't need any water if I'm just sitting for 4 hour). Launching from the beach means you want nothing loose if you get hit by a wave. And I don't like putting a bunch of crap inside the storage areas because it just gets soaked with seawater in there.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

You are exactly correct. I do not fish in the ocean. If I did, I would change the stuff I take to align with you.

paul murphy - 5 years ago

Thanks from down under....lots of great ideas and simple applications !

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

Thanks! Appreciate it!

Jack UcThatJack - 5 years ago

Great video! Nice work!

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Jacob Hanson - 5 years ago

U r a hick...get something worth a lot of cash.....automatically rig it up with a bunch redneck diy junk.

kristi soars - 5 years ago

Lol 16:08 “I bought a cheap inexpensive waste basket at the DOLLAR TREE for $5”

kristi soars - 5 years ago

Your video has helped me so much with helping me set up my kayak

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

Whoops... I got that at Family Dollar

Morkus Morkus - 5 years ago

Lol. We get it...link is in the description. Ffs.

Drifter Snowbikes DSB - 5 years ago

makes me think of Homer Simpson's car he designed

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

Maybe I can get more tips from it!

scott mouse - 5 years ago

Really is great to see you're ideas!

Rick Garavaglia - 5 years ago

The rope you use to help move the kayak through the scuppers....is that also handy for re-entry if you fall out of kayak? Or is there another hack you use for re-entry?

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

I did a video on the three things I use the strap for - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTkmt_XZRyE
Yes! With a little thought to the length, the stand up assist strap can be used for recovery as well.

Bill Ghorban - 5 years ago

Dude U feet all Ur hous in to that kayak lol

Dusty Spooner - 5 years ago

Man O Man....that's a lot of stuff!

Aaron Gone Wild - 5 years ago

My only mod is rod holder

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

Minimalist! Excellent!

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

I really appreciate that! I'll work even harder!

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Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

lol!

Dave yakker - 5 years ago

Nice Job l like your ideas"

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

I really appreciate that! I'll work even harder!

Tight Lines In Texas - 5 years ago

Turtle once and its a yard sale. Dude buy a motor boat... you’re missing the point...

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

lol! When I am old and ancient, I'll do just that!

Aston's Papa! - 5 years ago

love the doormat idea. simplicity and brilliance all in one

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

You can also cut up a 3mm yoga mat from Walmart - costs around $7 - and you can use other parts of the mat to deaden other areas.

Tezz man ss - 5 years ago

king of the hill anyone .

Kohl Outdoors - 5 years ago

Great information. I am getting ready to start fishing bass tournaments. I learned a lot from your videos. Please checkout my channel. https://youtu.be/8mQp2SB3dBI

bob cary - 5 years ago

Check out this link to kayak ideas you might like for your kayak.

bob cary - 5 years ago

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwZwvca55rM&t=317s

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

Can you post the link?

mark rogge - 5 years ago

Where do you fish out of? Looks like South Florida. I'm new to kayak fishing. Curious what your doing to leash your rods?

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

I fish inshore out of Wilmington, NC. I do not leash my rods inshore or on lakes given the low risk of flipping vs the hassle. I would leash on a river. When I do that, I just use a dollar store dog leash.

Wicked Outdoor Adventures - 6 years ago

New Subscriber - Keep up the good work and I look forward to your next video....Check out our channel and latest videos too including our Kayak video
@https://youtu.be/V-e-RMQS_iM Thanks & Tight Lines, USCG Captain Scott Manning, US Army Veteran

Wicked Outdoor Adventures - 5 years ago

+Kayak Hacks Fishing Thanks you need to get here one day and lets do a video

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 5 years ago

I am amazed at the size of the catfish you pull in!!

Manvet 67 - 6 years ago

I am currently shopping for a kayak ( first timer ) and it looks like Feel Free 12.5 Dorado, is it everything on her looks comfortable for a good day of fishing. I like your video on what to buy and not to buy this will save me money .Excellent video I subscribed to your channel, thanks.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Thanks for subbing! Curious. Did you use something like the spreadsheet I created and provide for download in this video? https://youtu.be/tpL1iYy4t7M

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Schlick will - 6 years ago

Congratulations you have turned a simple kayak into a grocery gitter

Flip One - 6 years ago

Watch my the 360 swivel seat i put on my kayak maybe you guys can do it for yours i did a DIY video

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Nice solution!!

Specialized 29er - 6 years ago

for that much stuff why not buy a tinny.

Metal Grootvader - 6 years ago

And you just earned a new subscriber. Getting my first kayak this winter.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

I really appreciate that! I'll work even harder!

Michael S - 6 years ago

Great hacks and videos but WOW whatever happened to just a simple set up. It must be a nightmare if you ever do flip.

Levi_Schneider - 5 years ago

+GAF2011NJ yeah a few months ago I almost flipped my yak and luckily only ended up losing my sunglasses and ever since then I've been planning on how I'm going to strap everything down cause I'm not trying to replace all my stuff especially as a high school soon to be college angler

GAF2011NJ - 6 years ago

Everything should have a bungie!
even rods and the anchor.

The idea that people pack kyaks and don't plan to roll over tells me what spoiled arm chair fisherman we have become.

I love kyak fisherman! They are so willing to share their best ideas (except I haven't seen one video telling me where their favorite fishing hole is). I guess all fisherman are funny about that.

DudeDi Va - 6 years ago

wow ... WHAT A AWESOME channel ... thank you for these videos.... i would love to get a Kayak and learn fishing .... but i would like to learn more about it first..... SO THANK YOU >>>> i plan to watch many of your videos...

do you have a suggestion for a Big GUY 6-1 390# i do need a HIGH seat...

DudeDi Va - 6 years ago

thank you ...

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Thank you for those kinds words! However, I am not the guy to ask since I have not been in many kayaks. My friend, Aliex has been in just about every make and model. I recommend you click on any of his kayak reviews and ask that question. Here is the link to his channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8H5yoAFkKBTvuUD7IRwqxw

st199 - 6 years ago

Just bought my first kayak, could you do a video about the contents of your safety/emergency gear bag. Subbed

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

That is on my list! Stay tuned!

Bobby Darren - 6 years ago

Great diy ! Keep up the good work and Great attitude ! Thanks

CHARLES FARR*JR - 6 years ago

I have been watching your repair video about plastic welding I have a Dayton Marine Catyak Catamaran made in the late 70's was wondering if you know how to tell if it is high density and what to do for a welding rod I know from an old brochure it is polyethylene I think your videos are great and appreciate your time in passing on that information. Thanks! Your help would be greatly appreciated cfarr@mineralarea.edu

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

I really do not know what to tell you. The Polyethylene might be the cross linked variety and that is not repairable. Maybe find a forum with experts in that boat and see what they say.

Ian Cameron - 6 years ago

How much are these kayaks as i have a hobie and i sit to low and its hard on me to peddle and be comfortable as i have 13 screws and 2 rods in my back.are you happy you got this kayak or wish you bought another.

John Stewart - 6 years ago

Get yourself an inflatable pontoon boat....you’ll be able to fit a microwave and toilet.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

lol!

Alan Johnson - 6 years ago

Great video and a question. What are the flat pieces of PVC that you're using to make the PVC Back Plates? Thanks

Alan Johnson - 6 years ago

Thank you

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

It is trim. Go back to the molding section in Home Depot or Lowes and you can find it in all shapes and sizes.

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I'm tryin my hardest to not want one or buy one. Winter is on the way. I think I can make it without one. Wish me luck!

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Kayak Hacks Fishing I hope to find someone who is going to be upgrading and find a decent used one. Thanks for the video!

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

No need to buy one and have it sit in the garage. And... maybe the price comes down a bit with the new competition now that the Hobie drive is off patent.

LK McCray - 6 years ago

Steve, this is one of your best videos yet! Great mods, thanks for sharing and putting them all in one package. I can't wait to try a couple of them.

Pete Weisheimer - 6 years ago

Great video. I have a different boat but came away with several great ideas (all cheap) as I set mine up. I like that you have combined all of this into a single video and didn't drag it out needlessly. While I have done lots of kayaking, I'm currently setting up my first fishing specific boat.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

I really appreciate that! I'll work even harder!

Michael Morgan - 6 years ago

Where’s the mini bar?

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

lol! You are right... I need a place to store my secret technique from my Confession video! https://youtu.be/xFFoT_z2Z9Y

Richard Williams - 6 years ago

What I have been wondering, is why on one has thought of making a floating trailer, to tow behind their Kayak.? Maybe use PVC pipe or something else that float's. There never seems to be enough room in such a small boat. Just a new idea to send around for someone. Thank you for reading this. R. Williams

Jay Vee - 6 years ago

Richard Williams
If you need that then either you're trying to bring too much stuff or you need to graduate to a real boat.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

I have seen a commercial product that does that. I cannot remember the name of it right now. Interesting idea. The challenge would be to make something that did not add a lot of drag.

bAs Toe - 6 years ago

This is great having the listing in the description, so many mis doing that, you sir are a pro!

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

I really appreciate that! I'll work even harder!

aarynj - 6 years ago

Your safety gear is in the most inaccessible part of the kayak. I didn't see a bilge or bailing pump, maybe I missed it. Ive owned hobbies and two have sank from poor design/manufacturer defects. The first time was a disaster with all the emergency gear in the front hatch under everything. Because it was so far away I panicked and didn't go them asap, I just tried to steam my way in until it filled with water and flipped. Second time (years later) my safety gear and hand bilge pump were right behind my seat. Rather than panick and frantically steam the few km to shore, I bailed the hull, peddled 20 mins, bailed the hull again and got to shore just before being required to bail again. In saying so, I had a plb, flares and handheld marine radio both times. I believe a kayaker (especially offshore) needs to be able to self rescue and as such, set their vessel up in a way that allows them to do so.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Good point on the pump. The safety gear in the bag is my VHS radio and my backup emergency beacon. I have my primary emergency beacon in the pocket of my PFD. I do need to get a pump. Thanks for pointing that out.

Mike Jung - 6 years ago

Wow that is incredible, the lightning detector is such a cool thing, because I know in America you get some wild weather. Here in boring old Adelaide south Australia, we a4e lucky to see one maybe 2 storms a summer. Love your set up very clever well done.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Thank you very much for the encouragement! I am going crazy with the rain this year. It's August and we have had our entire normal year's downfall.

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tomb - 6 years ago

#35 You can also put a net on a Taco clip instead of the paddle. Many net handles will fit. If adjustment is required to tighten or loosen the fit, simply put the clip in boiling water for a few minutes, then bend to fit tight.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Great tip! Thanks!

SuperSafety123 - 6 years ago

Thank you for sharing with us.

Holleran Properties - 6 years ago

Thanks for sharing!!!! w.w.

Rather B Fishing - 6 years ago

Do you have a video on your tackle box and where you keep your lures and hooks?
Also, how long does it take you to put on all of the accessories to get on the water.

I went to the coast and took about half of the stuff I usually take on the kayak. It still took me a long time to get on the water. One thing is that the Hobie kayak cart would not come out of the scupper holes. I had to dump everything out, and put it on its side to pull it out. I'm going back to the cheap Academy lash on carts!

Thanks

Rather B Fishing - 6 years ago

Kayak Hacks Fishing Thanks. I used the sidekicks in case a charter boat tried to flip me. I'm staying in the flats.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Yes, as long as the gear will not fly off on the highway, I leave it on. I would think your Hobie is pretty stable and the sidekicks would not be needed.

Rather B Fishing - 6 years ago

Kayak Hacks Fishing Thanks again! I wasn't leaving anything on the kayak when trailering it. I'm going to start to leave things in the hatch and leave the seat on. I'll have to add the mirage drive, ice chest, lures, and rods. I'm also getting rid of the crate and side kicks. Also, the cargo box on the trailer. It's a pain to unlock. I'm getting organized!

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

I have really downsized this year - the small box I discuss in this video is all I use. https://youtu.be/aaVoa56hEZI. I'll do a vid on what is in it. Good question on time. We think the rain will stop by Wednesday and plan on going out. I'll time the setup from when I get the kayak to the water. It's probably around 5 minutes. It's really just the two camera mounts, the rig rack, the bump bar and the anchor hanger. Add another minute to get the free ANGLR app going. Everything else is transported in place (rod holders, seat, etc). Let's see!

Larry Trudell - 6 years ago

i made a cart for my kayak . out of a golf cart i found at a garage sale for $8 dollar it works well for me !

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Perfect!

Larry Trudell - 6 years ago

i made a cart for my kayak . out of a golf cart i found at a garage sale for $8 dollar it works well for me !

George Allard - 6 years ago

Larry Trudell fed

GAF2011NJ - 6 years ago

What? You tease us with a good hack idea and you don't include a video link?
There ought to be a law. (But since ~~-too many laws-~~ is why this country is going to the dogs you don't have to worry about me writing one).

Michael Mullner - 6 years ago

Wow that's a lot of clutter, any thoughts of adding flotation?

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

No, the boat floats just fine. Thanks for the suggestion

B L Marchant - 6 years ago

Wow! Yet another informative and educational video by one of my favorites on YouTube! Where do I begin? Adapting your modifications to my Ascend 10T with only a 4" dia round hatch. I have the stand-assist strap, a lot like yours. Anchor reel - definitely something I'll consider. Track at base of seat. I can add one, and the cup holder idea right there is awesome. The tool caddy! Yesss! The answer to my dilemma of tethering all those things to the base of my seat! I may tether anyway but with the caddy, they won't be all rolling around, getting tangled up. Velcro strip holders on side of seat! Another great one. Lure holder - love it. Crate or no crate - I'm inclined to agree with you. A doormat - great use! And the lightning detector - I didn't know about that! In Florida, it's a must.
I'm also wanting to find a better wheeled-transport system. It's getting more difficult to bend and stretch to get the scupper hole - based trolley underneath and in position. Thanks for all the tips! Now I'll get busy..... :-)

B L Marchant - 6 years ago

My pleasure - you work hard and deserve the praise :-)

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Wow - thank you for all the encouragement!

Rather B Fishing - 6 years ago

Great video! Do you still use an umbrella? I had a chance to use mine this last week, as it wasn't windy.
It that a cutting board behind your seat?
Thanks

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Whoops! I forgot to include that one since I did not use it the previous week. I am not able to use it as much as I want since it has been pretty windy.

Yakin' and Trappin' Outdoors - 6 years ago

Thanks for sharing I enjoyed watching all the hacks, they gave me a lot of great ideas for my Kilroy. I am interested in the camera stabilizer you showed near the end of your video, I was wandering if you could give me some information such as brand and where I might find one similar?

Yakin' and Trappin' Outdoors - 6 years ago

Kayak Hacks Fishing thank you!

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

I got mine at Best Buy. I just looked - they have a model very similar to the one I use but not the exact match - https://www.bestbuy.com/site/platinum-camera-stabilizer-mount-black/8337177.p?skuId=8337177

David Lewis - 6 years ago

Lots of stuff on there for sure , how much weight did it add ? Good ideas man.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

The heaviest thing was the Helix 7 fish finder and battery. Everything else, pretty much nothing.

Adventure Outdoors - 6 years ago

18 minutes?? You are one of the few I'm willing to give that much of my life to fella. Is that a product placement t-shirt? I wish I could have stared at an AO t-shirt for this long. I think now that you have rigged that Coosa out you can easily sell it as a package deal and get that Hobie you've been dreaming of and be like me. Those were some sweet mods Mr. Hacks.

Randy Provost - 6 years ago

How is the FD drive been treating you? Any issues?

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

It had a hum initially, but after using it for a few hours that is pretty much gone. I tried to do a video where I put the camera underwater and had my buddy pedal by in his FD to see how noisy it was. The camera mic did not pick up any noise. The water was cloudy and you could not see the prop, so the vid is not believable. We will redo it on a day when the water is clear. I did a vid on 4 problems I ran into with the FD - https://youtu.be/dxtTXA1MaSs

Jeff Bray - 6 years ago

Great review and insight to the thought process - Thanks for sharing

Roger Jones - 6 years ago

Thanks for sharing your ideas

Paul Wyman - 6 years ago

Nice Lawn

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

lol! Thanks!

Steve Sherman - 6 years ago

Hwhat? Is that like Cool Hwhip?

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Not sure which hack you are asking about...

Gary Lundgren - 6 years ago

Great vid! Love all your tips.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

I really appreciate that! I'll work even harder!

Larry Talbot - 6 years ago

Wow, I made a stand assist "strap" just like that from some old poly rope and a piece of PVC I had laying around. Works well. I clip mine on the same way in the front too.

Lots of cool ideas in this one!!!

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

I need some more! There is always one more thing.... :-)

RedRoofRetriever - 6 years ago

Hack #17 --- My Jackson Kilroy DT and Kilroy LT seats (3) came with an inflatable back rest pad. They must have stopped including those, as mine is 3 yo. Have you tried to purposely tip this new rig over in water? I remember your swimming pool test and how to recover. Let's see this Coosa on the pool!!

GAF2011NJ - 6 years ago

Do Coosa's flip?
I thought they only dumped.
I've seen my share of yardsales in the surf.
I plan to have a bungie for everything (rods included)

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Good idea. Always good to practice the recovery. It's a shame the seat does not come with the lumbar support any longer.

David Lewis - 6 years ago

I don’t have a kayak yet, I do have a bass hunter . A lot of your hacks can be used on my boat . Kayak next boat I buy just don’t tell my wife . Thanks for info.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Perfect! Glad they apply! I hope my wife never finds out what all this cost!

Adam Fuentes - 6 years ago

Great summary of all of your hacks! You mentioned one that I didn’t see previously- the storage location of your fish bump board. I have one similar to yours & it’s a little cumbersome to store out the way until you need it.
Thanks!
Adam

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

My buddy has one of the metal ones that is very skinny. He puts it under his seat. But, this works for me!

David Hefner - 6 years ago

For a anchor reel.....Menards.....has one that is used in the wire, rebar area. Nicely made....it's orange also.

anajay78 - 6 years ago

Great tips.

Robert Gass - 6 years ago

I've watched most if not all your videos. They really helped me last year when I bought my kayak. This video is a great review of all the things possible to make time on the water easy and fun. Thanks!

Joe Resendes - 6 years ago

Robert Gass l like the way you set up

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Thanks! Appreciate it!

Frank Danielson - 6 years ago

Great overview of all the modifications. The cost of those fancy tires sure eats up the tens of dollars generated by these YouTube videos.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

lol! Thankfully, I have a small income stream from Amazon from my 5 fishing books that cover places to fish in VA and MD.

Justin's Fishin Fetish - 6 years ago

Great hacks thanks for showing how you mount your cameras I need to do that myself

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

Thanks! Appreciate it!

Mud Duck Fishing - 6 years ago

I was wondering why you put the wheels so far back. I didn't know they even had the short shafts for the legs. On your one video I was thinking my trailer with the 3" PVC is higher than most tailgates so I was wondering why you were worried about rudder dragging the ground when loading and unloading because I have 3-4 inches of clearance. Makes sense now. Are you having problems with tracking on your coosa as far as being hands free goes?

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

At least Boonedox is evolving with the kayak models.

Mud Duck Fishing - 6 years ago

Kayak Hacks Fishing I bought another rudder just in case because they are relatively cheap. So far so good though it been fantastic tie on new lures and fish a shoreline not worrying about if I’m going to pull a u-turn. My wife’s FD came with the long legs skinny tires and so did mine and mine is a year old. She has the new generation landing gear and I have the old one. That’s weird although I did tell them what kayak I’m putting it on so idk why they went with the short legs on yours. Hers also came with thick hdpe to reinforce.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

That is a really neat solution!

Mud Duck Fishing - 6 years ago

Kayak Hacks Fishing I also live and fish in Swansboro. I made a video not trying to get you to watch I just feel you are better at diy than me. I made a skeg for my fd that comes from the rudder and I rarely have to touch the controls now. I live at the waters edge of bear creek and have tested it thoroughly and can even cut across current and still not have to touch the controls. I bet as handy as you are you can probably definitely come up with a neater/ better hack

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

The short shafts are the standard legs that come with the skinny wheels. They do sell the long legs and they fit the skinnies. The short legs do keep the rudder off the ground. I had to get the long legs with the fat tires to keep the tires from rubbing on the side of the boat. On tracking, I do end up with my hands on the steering all the time. However, I have never been in totally calm water (no wind or current) to see how it actually tracks. Fishing in tidal marshes there is always a current and the wind is constant. Other folks have complained about tracking. I think I will go out and look at the orientation of my rudder with the controls centered and see if it is perfectly straight. It looks like you can adjust the angle a bit by using the hex bolts.

David Wolf - 6 years ago

Great video. I noticed your Boonedox was close to the stern. Are you happy with that location or why did you not place it behind the seat in front of the rear accessory track?

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

I had to put it that far back to get the height to keep the rudder from scraping when I load and unload it onto my truck. I am good with that spot for that reason. From a pure transport perspective, your suggested location would be better as more of the weight would be balanced. However, I would also be concerned about stress on the hull given the weight of the Coosa and worry a bit about cracks. But, hopefully, the thick additional mounting plate Jackson sells for heavy kayaks makes that concern go away.

Kayak Hacks Fishing - 6 years ago

lol. My wife would kill me since I discuss the two I already have in the video. I sure would love to upgrade to one with Chirp!

Aliex Folgueira - 6 years ago

Love anchor trolleys but don't like drilling into my boats lol plus I can't have 7 anchor trolleys hahah awesome video as always

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