Poor Man's Fishing Kayak

A thorough description of the custom accessories I've made and added to my kayak. It's an Emotion Spitfire 8 Sit-On-Top Kayak Per request, here's a link to a video showing how I attached the stern light.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHZdhBJrAAI

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A thorough description of the custom accessories I've made and added to my kayak. It's an Emotion Spitfire 8 Sit-On-Top Kayak Per request, here's a link to a video showing how I attached the stern light.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHZdhBJrAAI

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El Cervantes
El Cervantes - 6 years ago
I bought this exact kayak today for $40 and i cant wait to customize ir with some or your designs! Thank you!
The Donald
The Donald - 6 years ago
Hope this doesn't sound lame but dude you really have a pleasant vibe to you...i like your channel
barney goldstein
barney goldstein - 6 years ago
You are very creative and resourceful. Your kayak has a lot of character too!
TheSweetestJerk
TheSweetestJerk - 6 years ago
Ah yes... where it all started.
Malcolm Smith
Malcolm Smith - 6 years ago
Buying/painting everything red to match the kayak makes it look as if its part of the manufacturer's range. Good looking, well done.
PFL Pflueger Freight Lines
PFL Pflueger Freight Lines - 6 years ago
Incredible craftsman. Enjoy your videos! Thanks for ideas and inspiration!
Norwood BayBridge
Norwood BayBridge - 6 years ago
This is one of the most enjoyable to watch videos ever seen on youtube in 5 years.

This video was really well done.

Thanks for posting.

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Sandy Cohen
Sandy Cohen - 6 years ago
very nice job, and the video was well done. I'm a 61 year old Guide from NJ and I'm always looking to learn new things and this was well thought out. I'm in the process of learning to edit @gopro footage in the meantime I'm @cinjin_fishing ,instagram. maybe we can meet up sometime. BTW if you like to throw Jigs check out @burgesscustomjigs you'll love them, call Bobby Burgess directly at 916-390-8203, he's a super angler and knows his Jigs, try them out, thanks for your video, your new subscriber
JOHNFMKN
JOHNFMKN - 6 years ago
Awesome ingenuity!

10. comment for Poor Man's Fishing Kayak

Linda Greer
Linda Greer - 7 years ago
Thought your fans might want to help my son https://www.gofundme.com/fitness-fund-for-disabled-veteran
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Heber Leguisamon
Heber Leguisamon - 7 years ago
Nice kayak man!! And awesome modifications, cheap and useful!!
Only one thing, bagpipes have a knot to use, its safe and easy to unknot.
http://sailandtrip.com/nudo/nudo-de-cornamusa/
Cheers!!
Don Spingler
Don Spingler - 7 years ago
Just starting as a spin rod fisherman. Have flyfished over 20 yrs. Your incites to fishing with lures and bait plus line and leader combinations would be helpful in one of your videos. I am from Beaufort NC and fish selection is red & black drum speckled trout and sheephead. keep a tightline.
Scott Fleischhauer
Scott Fleischhauer - 7 years ago
There's a much easier way to "tie" a rope to a cleat. You should check it out...
egaviero
egaviero - 7 years ago
Your abilities to create are incredible, but your best shot is the way you take us in your ride, in a very natural ambient, that make us feel that we ARE THERE!!! I never miss your videos, and enjoy every minute. Lovesssss
Ivan Prybylo
Ivan Prybylo - 7 years ago
For the dolly, did you have to widen the scupper holes at all or does that pvc fit perfectly into this kayak?
savage opress
savage opress - 7 years ago
great video man
marcos maldonado
marcos maldonado - 7 years ago
Enjoyed every minute of it
marcos maldonado
marcos maldonado - 7 years ago
BEST VIDEO ON YOU TUBE!!! Hands down
marcos maldonado
marcos maldonado - 7 years ago
This is amazing men! Your a genius seriously your ingenuity is out of this world

20. comment for Poor Man's Fishing Kayak

Derrick Payne
Derrick Payne - 7 years ago
You are one talented dude!
Cal Travels
Cal Travels - 7 years ago
brilliant, I am inspired
vikingga
vikingga - 7 years ago
WOW!

I came across your channel, and have been eating it up...!

this vid is by far the most inspiring one to me yet.
(kinda watching backwards...)
I've been wanting to get into kayaking for a couple years now...
Money, time, and other priorities have put a nix on me as of yet.
watching your videos has put the burn back into me wanting to get into the water and coastals up here around Savannah Georgia.

Thank you, for sharing your experiences and ideas.
Cheers.
LISA FURR
LISA FURR - 7 years ago
AWESOME!
Juanita Pate
Juanita Pate - 7 years ago
great job!!! you gave me lots of ideas for turning my Mainstream Tropic 9' kayak into a fishing machine
George Kennedy
George Kennedy - 7 years ago
Genius.
Chris Goad
Chris Goad - 7 years ago
Outstanding! Really nice job. Thanks for sharing! Where are you located in Florida. I'm out of Tn & building my kayak now. Hoping to be moved to FL soon & using it there. Panama City or Destin area.
Zachary Thomas
Zachary Thomas - 7 years ago
Facebook group for budget kayak fishing. Ask questions and share ideas. Feel free to join! https://www.facebook.com/groups/467857596892635/
ryan botkin
ryan botkin - 7 years ago
yes a good PFD is that fits and looks good is extremely important
one twoinchnipple
one twoinchnipple - 7 years ago
good stuff brother
Tom Cop
Tom Cop - 7 years ago
What, no kitchen sink?

30. comment for Poor Man's Fishing Kayak

Jason Baker
Jason Baker - 7 years ago
Is this the "KON TIKI I"? been stuck around the house this easter, between projeccts outside been binge waatching Zoffinger videos! lol
Outdoors Guy
Outdoors Guy - 7 years ago
What about a three prong anchor? And just curious but could I just use a cleat in the front of the kayak like your black one?
joel105200
joel105200 - 7 years ago
IMPRESSIVE. Hey so Marty u just screw the padeyes into the yak? No rivets or anything?
Jerry Nowicki
Jerry Nowicki - 7 years ago
this video has inspired a couple future projects. You have some pretty creative ideas for your yak.
Zachary Thomas
Zachary Thomas - 7 years ago
Facebook group for budget kayak fishing. Ask questions and share ideas. Feel free to join! https://www.facebook.com/groups/467857596892635/
Snook Up Fishing
Snook Up Fishing - 7 years ago
great ideas...
Oscar Rios
Oscar Rios - 7 years ago
amazing
deerwatcher
deerwatcher - 7 years ago
cool will you come set up my kayak now
bikerh
bikerh - 7 years ago
For got to tell u I was born in Bklyn,from Red Hook live by the Hudson River ,keep up the good work. Herman
Nicholas Goubert
Nicholas Goubert - 7 years ago
hey guys I started doing videos on my kyack y'all go subscribe an let me know what y'all think don't have a Carma so I'm doing all my videos off my phone if y'all have any questions or ideas let me know
Nicholas Goubert
Nicholas Goubert - 7 years ago
yes go ahead an check out mine
Brayan Pollollon
Brayan Pollollon - 7 years ago
Nichol

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Nicholas Goubert
Nicholas Goubert - 7 years ago
hey Mr zoffinger can u tell me how u built your stern an all so the part for the front where u made the pipes for the tool box
Mary Mendoza
Mary Mendoza - 7 years ago
Damn you just invented the Frankenstein of Kayaks
No Way
No Way - 7 years ago
12.17.16 Watching again. I am getting some kind of a fishing sit in Kayak, very soon. Just don't know what model. I have never been in a Kayak. Great Vidio
Nicholas Goubert
Nicholas Goubert - 7 years ago
Terry Smith sit on top is better than a sit in
James Jones
James Jones - 8 years ago
Bro!! Totally cool....awesome job!!! Just got me a yak today and plan on hitting some fishing holes. Thanks for the ideas and information
Last Frontier Productions
Last Frontier Productions - 8 years ago
Zoffinger, I've been watching your vids for awhile and I'm a subscriber. But launching a kayak vs. a jonboat is not easier. I simply back my boat into the water and release. Then drive my boat back on the trailer. Every video you post, you drag your yak up a hill and to your car and manually place your cayak in the bed of your truck. This is way too much work, you're killing your self.
Power Wash
Power Wash - 8 years ago
You are a GOD !!!! We are not worthy !!! For real ....
Power Wash
Power Wash - 8 years ago
James Sterner on facebook ...
Power Wash
Power Wash - 8 years ago
I am in floral city.. Near crystal springs...
Power Wash
Power Wash - 8 years ago
Dude you could so MAKE AND SELL THOSE ....oMg !!!!!
Nicholas Goubert
Nicholas Goubert - 7 years ago
Hutton Durrett y'all go check out a couple of my videos please subscribe an let me know of any ideas y'all have
Richard Schaffling
Richard Schaffling - 8 years ago
Very good ideas the wheel thing must come in real handy

50. comment for Poor Man's Fishing Kayak

BigCladWolf
BigCladWolf - 8 years ago
This was brilliant. I know you said "Florida" but you sound like you're from NY, maybe Queens.
zoffinger
zoffinger - 8 years ago
Haha. Brooklyn originally.
Dylan Bemis
Dylan Bemis - 8 years ago
I have a pelican apex 80 and I am wanting to do some thing like this. Is this kayak an 8 foot?
Dylan Bemis
Dylan Bemis - 8 years ago
And what was the original weight limit on it?
Thomas Hess
Thomas Hess - 8 years ago
F@&cking genius, my man! What an excellent showing of personalizing a better mouse trap! You had some great 'out of the box' thinking for much of that stuff. Kudos to you for making it your own!
Rafi Shaheenian
Rafi Shaheenian - 8 years ago
Hi Zoffinger, great videos and awesome hacks for kayak improvements. I'm thinking about getting into kayaking, but, do wonder if being in a fixed in position for long times in a kayak is hard on lower back, and or other parts of the body. Do your legs go numb; does it ever get tiring to sit in same position? Do you get the feeling of being in an airline seat with limited moving ability? Thanks.
Jay Oliver
Jay Oliver - 8 years ago
Very nice and thought out.Thanks for sharing
nancy mcbride
nancy mcbride - 8 years ago
Great job I bought my wife a kayak yesterday. I'll make mine like or close to yours.you are the genius of kayaks . Pete
Joe Dixon
Joe Dixon - 8 years ago
Wow dude, that is the inspector gadget of kayaks. Truly genius with the small stabilizer rudder in back...... FISH ON!!!!
Just Add Water
Just Add Water - 8 years ago
Thanks for the info good job.
taprackbang88
taprackbang88 - 8 years ago
I'm about to do this :)
Going to get the parts tonight
Just need to figure out how to piece it all together to make it work.
taprackbang88
taprackbang88 - 7 years ago
I actually just ended up buying a better kayak than the one i had when i made that comment. I have done rod extensions, a pole holder/cooler. and im going to eventually do pontoons. who knows when though. Its really hard to find long cylinders of styrofoam..
Nicholas Goubert
Nicholas Goubert - 7 years ago
taprackbang88 did u get your pipes yet what part u looking for
Lou Balestriere
Lou Balestriere - 8 years ago
super well thought out and very well done!
Erin Sosnoski
Erin Sosnoski - 8 years ago
I just got to the bubbler and live bait part, you are a genius sir! I love the skeg and all of your personalizations!
Erin Sosnoski
Erin Sosnoski - 8 years ago
awesome video, really well edited, I love that your modifications are truly diy!
David Gaylord
David Gaylord - 8 years ago
very nice setup now to patent it
Michael Rose
Michael Rose - 8 years ago
love your setup very nice job thanks for posting
Craig McKenzie
Craig McKenzie - 8 years ago
Great video!
Ernest Turnage
Ernest Turnage - 8 years ago
Great video. You've got me thinking now and my two small kayaks are trembling with fear.
Frognuts 69
Frognuts 69 - 8 years ago
My hero!!
I found myself more enthralled by your ingenuity than the craft over all itself.
Question though, have you done a rollover test fully loaded?
Stroker Ace
Stroker Ace - 8 years ago
Cool. Dang
Justin Solis
Justin Solis - 8 years ago
What is the kayak that you are using?
HH Fishing
HH Fishing - 8 years ago
Spitfire 8
5tormy
5tormy - 8 years ago
Very innovative diy. Impressive! Great work bro.
scott allen
scott allen - 8 years ago
So I am like amazed at your use of everything. You made space out of space from objects you installed on your kayak.
Hoy Barker
Hoy Barker - 8 years ago
very cool man really liking the add-ons and ideas man thanks
Christian B
Christian B - 8 years ago
Who's watching in 2016?
M0N3YTR0LL
M0N3YTR0LL - 8 years ago
lol
Rebel1280
Rebel1280 - 8 years ago
Just watched it again to see how far hes come :)
Anthony Ignacio
Anthony Ignacio - 8 years ago
Right here
Paulie Kruger
Paulie Kruger - 8 years ago
Well you must be out fishing! Never mind, I was able to do my own research to find out those hole are only on the open kayaks. Too bad for me, I have a old town 10' Angler, no holeios!
maroun BADR
maroun BADR - 8 years ago
great job, thanks for all the info
Paulie Kruger
Paulie Kruger - 8 years ago
Yo Southern, Kayakakakaer. Liked your Voodo... But I have one question, the handtruck wheels. Was the hole in the top of your Kayaki or did you drill em. Also where did you put the pvc pipe frame under your kayak, again did you drill water proof holes?? Thanks for your reply. Build a snowman.
Hess Family
Hess Family - 8 years ago
I have been thinking of a mod for my fishing kayak. I made the scupper hole PVC "cart" for my SoT yak. I am thinking of adding removable small skegs (fins to improve tracking) that i can attach to the two poles that go through the scupper holes down into the water when the cart is "wheels up" on the boat on the water. What do you think of that idea?
michael reilly
michael reilly - 8 years ago
well done ,shows what you can do wthout spending  a lot of money,tight lines
Thomas J
Thomas J - 8 years ago
Fantastic job brother. Really impressed with your mods
Mitch Argus
Mitch Argus - 8 years ago
I am just now looking into kayaking for fishing. I have seen everywhere from cheap to very expensive. After watching your video, I know I can buy a starter kayak and add the thinks that making as good as any expensive one! Good job man!
David Rougely
David Rougely - 8 years ago
Same here! I took an intro to kayaking course just to learn some safety fundamentals. Totally worth it. Now just to follow the tips in this video. Tight lines.
ignition2001
ignition2001 - 8 years ago
+Mitch Argus for sure man i have been thinking the same thing
mastocytoma1
mastocytoma1 - 8 years ago
People like you make life so much easier for people like me!! Great job, truly!
Niareno
Niareno - 8 years ago
Wow!! Well thought out!!! Great job!! Happy kayaking!! :)
Neng Thao
Neng Thao - 8 years ago
wow, gotta admit. this poor man kayak is by far the most well built ever seen. I'm thinking of getting one soon. hope you don't mind if I borrow some of your ideas.
Deborah Martin
Deborah Martin - 8 years ago
I just bought a Kayak and love to fish, this is guy has truly inspired me to make somemodifications, This fellow is a genius and has impressive ideas.  I love his creative ideas and learned some great new things to add to mine, thanks, keep up the good ideas, really like the updated video as well.
RaffAdventures
RaffAdventures - 8 years ago
thanks for your vids man. love your positive attitude, picking up a 8' sit on top kayak soon looking to deck out at as well then move on up to a better one once I get the hang of kayaking. great vids!!!!
Bob Foley
Bob Foley - 8 years ago
Good ideas and neatly done.
Craig Washington
Craig Washington - 8 years ago
Place looks familiar. Near Apollo beach? Nice setup. Gives me hope that I can do the same. Well done.
Russ Townsend
Russ Townsend - 8 years ago
Very nice setup and great video.  Are you still using this kayak and if so, have you made any additional modifications to it?
zoffinger
zoffinger - 8 years ago
I've moved on to bigger things since this kayak, but I have never fished as much as I did since I stopped using it.
Britannya G H
Britannya G H - 8 years ago
Did u get this one at Walmart ? I like it
ephouse
ephouse - 8 years ago
nice man!
Roberto Becerra
Roberto Becerra - 8 years ago
Ingenious!
dougbickel
dougbickel - 8 years ago
Hurrah for your DIY attitude--class act
Grayghost WWIIACE
Grayghost WWIIACE - 8 years ago
great build!!!
Sean Signer
Sean Signer - 8 years ago
Wow you really thought things out! Great use of uncommon items to make a cheap kayak highly functional.
Gonnaneed Abiggerboat
Gonnaneed Abiggerboat - 8 years ago
Over half a million hits on this video. You have to admit there was something really "special" about this Red Kon-Tiki Kayak .....
Alan Gross
Alan Gross - 8 years ago
Great video! You have a kayak that is irreplaceable. Nice job...awesome creativity.
Brandons Fishing Adventures
Brandons Fishing Adventures - 8 years ago
Nice job man im gunna start making kayak videos as well and im from Florida too
mijobrjo
mijobrjo - 8 years ago
Thank you for sharing ...tight lines !!!!
tastywasabi
tastywasabi - 8 years ago
awesome man...thanks for inspiring me..
klok95330
klok95330 - 8 years ago
you inspired me to get a fishing kayak.

being that I'm a big guy about 295 to 305 depending on how me week went, I have to get a more heavy duty kayak which means more money and more weight capacity. which means more ability to mod :)

thank you for your videos keep them coming

100. comment for Poor Man's Fishing Kayak

hijinx841
hijinx841 - 8 years ago
Thank you for this very informative and instructive video. Can you show how you set up your pole holders?
Jessie Fair
Jessie Fair - 8 years ago
Dam Man I am impressed. I have seen a lot of Kayak mods. This is one of the best i have ever seen. Keep on fishin man !!!!
IlliniDog01
IlliniDog01 - 8 years ago
Very impressive work man.
Adam Geary
Adam Geary - 8 years ago
hah your a genius man. that all looks professional.
Tina Collins
Tina Collins - 8 years ago
This is so awesome! Just got a 8ft kayak from craigslist and was worried it was too small to have decked out nice. I'm so pumped now to customize my kayak! Thank you for making this video.
35ABSTRACT
35ABSTRACT - 8 years ago
I like how you say Florida: "flar-ida".
Juan S
Juan S - 8 years ago
Wow dude, you are so talented! good tips
Julian Costa
Julian Costa - 8 years ago
Can I please have the kayak I always want one and I can never get one
Damienn Kincross
Damienn Kincross - 8 years ago
Amazing bro, really nice rig, great ideas for me to work with,… you’ve given back some to me my friend. Happy fishing !
Greg Mann
Greg Mann - 8 years ago
Great ideas Zoffinger to help me with my kayak mods ;o)
ONTHAT DOVE
ONTHAT DOVE - 8 years ago
Man, I want to personally thank you for your patience and we'll thought out overview of your modifications to the original kayak. I just bought two kayaks for my wife and me and will be getting the equipment and Sanford & Son truck out to start finding items to repurpose! You are a classic and I appreciate your creativity. I am the exact same way. You can check out one of my boats that I built from an abandon and ruined job boat. Keep up the mods and vids!
wilhelm scream
wilhelm scream - 8 years ago
Pardon my wording, but this is pretty fucking badass! Awesome job!
DryUrEyesM8
DryUrEyesM8 - 8 years ago
This never gets old.
stayflyfishingTV
stayflyfishingTV - 8 years ago
What kind of kayak is this one?
Garry Smith
Garry Smith - 8 years ago
Great video full of cool ideas. Well done
Brandon Roderico
Brandon Roderico - 8 years ago
awesome job dude
Adrian Wolf
Adrian Wolf - 8 years ago
wow cool and nice kayak :) smart man , helpfull and good DIY upgrades for your fishing kayak, nice video i like it :) 5*
Andrew Scorti
Andrew Scorti - 8 years ago
Just happen to be a welder so this video really helped me! Thank you for a great video!
Bruce Chumley
Bruce Chumley - 8 years ago
One of the best vids I've seen in a LONG, long time. You've shared some brilliant ideas and exhibited a pleasing artistic aesthetic in the doing. Well done and thank you.
Nashville Fishing and Airsoft
Nashville Fishing and Airsoft - 8 years ago
at 26:00 i have that exact type of knife :)
Rick Franks
Rick Franks - 8 years ago
very good job and great video explanations also.
SK Agee
SK Agee - 8 years ago
awesome setup....makes me want to get my kayak out....
SistahRev
SistahRev - 8 years ago
EXTRAORDINARY!!! You've got incredible imagination & problem-solving skills. Thanks SO much for sharing this in such a clear, systematic and enjoyable way! One of THE best vids I've ever seen on uTube! (I'm currently entertaining fantasies of getting an inflatable kayak, hubby wants an inflatable boat. You've opened our minds to consider how infinite possibilities can be for innovation to make things suit our unique needs!)THANX!!!
UrbanAnglerLA
UrbanAnglerLA - 8 years ago
really clever my friend
reafael ortiz
reafael ortiz - 8 years ago
because of your love of kayak fishing i just purchased a pelican kayak. my first kayak for beginners. thanks bro
bunky6765
bunky6765 - 8 years ago
I'm glad I found this video...I've been wanting a kayak but have been blown away by the price of the Hobies, Wilderness, Native etc... You really have got me even more excited about owning one. I can't wait to find a cheaper model and incorporating some of your ideas.
Eric Ellis
Eric Ellis - 8 years ago
Hell that's a rich man's kayak now. lol Good job.
Craig Heffernan
Craig Heffernan - 8 years ago
Thanks for sharing. Any recommendations on materials for the rudder system would be greatly appreciated.
Matt Dun
Matt Dun - 8 years ago
I bought a kayak just like that for 100 bucks from marshals
billybones58
billybones58 - 8 years ago
Making something out of nothing has been my motto for a long time. Far too many people spend money on items that can be made. Bravo.
Elias Galvan
Elias Galvan - 8 years ago
From one poor kayaker to another... "You've got a gift!" What I always think to myself while doing something innovative is "...and HOW would I survive?" Keep doing what you're doing, brother. Subscribing to your channel.
Muhammad Ardianata
Muhammad Ardianata - 8 years ago
how long kayak that you have?
When Movies Attack
When Movies Attack - 8 years ago
Most excellent video! I'm dying to get my kayak and get out to fishing!
Paul Boudreaux
Paul Boudreaux - 8 years ago
good job man. i am a new kayak owner and I will take some of your advice. I like your ideas. And good job giving back to the brain trust.
Mohamed Srhan
Mohamed Srhan - 8 years ago
U maybe poor in money but rich in brain and thinking well done buddy
Jwmustang s
Jwmustang s - 8 years ago
right on
zoffinger
zoffinger - 8 years ago
Thank you :^)
Hsien-Li Canty
Hsien-Li Canty - 8 years ago
Great Video's. Completely inspired me to do a homebrew build of my own kayak :D .
James Stewart
James Stewart - 8 years ago
does the added weight make it top heavy when hit broadside? choppy water ,bow wave etc
LoneWolf Travels
LoneWolf Travels - 8 years ago
I thought I was the King of Accessorizing... I tip my Hat to you dude, but I like everything you did to it! (y)
Brandan Scarborough
Brandan Scarborough - 8 years ago
Just to let u know some one from Texas has copied your kayak design to a tea
The Sciarra Effect
The Sciarra Effect - 8 years ago
What kind of paint do you use?
zoffinger
zoffinger - 8 years ago
+Jeff Sciarra Spray paint meant for plastic seems to hold up good enough for me.
Fishing New England
Fishing New England - 8 years ago
Hey zoffinger, what kind of flush mount rod holders are those? The ones behind the seat.
Fishing New England
Fishing New England - 8 years ago
+zoffinger Thanks a ton!
zoffinger
zoffinger - 8 years ago
+Fishing New England I bought that kayak used. They're probably Attwood rod holders. Model # ATT-127015
Fishing New England
Fishing New England - 8 years ago
+zoffinger oh, When I looked up the kayak it didn't have them.
zoffinger
zoffinger - 8 years ago
They came with the Emotion Spitfire 8, I think.
xxxmwxxx
xxxmwxxx - 8 years ago
good job , thanks
yakfishing on a budget
yakfishing on a budget - 8 years ago
awesome ideas thanks for the informative video
Theseustoo Astyages
Theseustoo Astyages - 8 years ago
If you set up your rear 'sea-anchor' doohickey so that it can rotate, you could attach strings to it and use it as a REAL rudder or tiller... instead of just something to 'keep the boat straight'... Just a thought... Can't wait to get my 'yak! :D
T Rex
T Rex - 8 years ago
Im about to get a kayak for black friday! You know what type of kayak to get a for 400$?
Reeled You Inn
Reeled You Inn - 9 years ago
All this on a 8 foot Kayak! I can't imagine what you would do with a 12 footer. Good work.
YAKMAN ONT
YAKMAN ONT - 9 years ago
Good job ...keep o. fishing Brother
chapmaker46
chapmaker46 - 9 years ago
great vid thanks for sharing
JakeTwigs
JakeTwigs - 9 years ago
Very creative and a very nice job!
Al Gomez
Al Gomez - 9 years ago
love it but don't like the word cheap I prefer budget friendly or Witten my budget lol
Darlene Marshall
Darlene Marshall - 9 years ago
Amazing Work!
Sunny boy
Sunny boy - 9 years ago
where did you get the eye loops for your anchor trolly
Sunny boy
Sunny boy - 9 years ago
Very good info thank you I ended up also finding them on the academy's sports web site .
zoffinger
zoffinger - 9 years ago
+Hamid Sunny Baharloo Type 'Kayak Pad Eye' on Ebay
Chris Wayland
Chris Wayland - 9 years ago
A good thorough job. Well done.
The Whole World Called Me Hank
The Whole World Called Me Hank - 9 years ago
This is a highly informative video for me since my 8yr old and I are gonna customize our yaks over the winter to start our adventures next spring THANK YOU for making the video! Also instead of those chemical bug sprays try pure cedar oil available on line, it's safer and FAR superior .
Justin Park
Justin Park - 9 years ago
can you tell me the name of all your water mobiles? is that what you call it? water mobile? the kayaks or boats you ride/use
Justin Park
Justin Park - 9 years ago
nevermind~ haha i went through most of your fishing videos =). found out the name of what i was looking for!! hobie pro angler 12. that kayak is a beast among beast.
Bob Baar
Bob Baar - 9 years ago
Very good video. Very helpful and well explained.
Nemesis Maze
Nemesis Maze - 9 years ago
You are a really creative/intelligent man
Byung Park
Byung Park - 9 years ago
Amazing. Clever. GG
richard mullins
richard mullins - 9 years ago
thank you brother. I'm calling mine Maru in keeping with Polynesian tradition
Alexander Dallera
Alexander Dallera - 9 years ago
awesome !!!!!
Sterling Castillo
Sterling Castillo - 9 years ago
are you going to do anymore videos about this kayak?
Sterling Castillo
Sterling Castillo - 9 years ago
+zoffinger awesome. my birthday was Monday and my wife got me a heritage angler 10. you are the reason that i wanted to get into a kayak. had a canoe for years but a kayak seems more fun.
zoffinger
zoffinger - 9 years ago
+Sterling Castillo I took it out yesterday. So, there's a good chance.
LK McCray
LK McCray - 9 years ago
This video is amazing, I learned more from this video than the dozen videos I watched previous, the additions are ingenious! What is the weight capacity of your kayak and how much do all the additions weigh? Again for a newbie like me this is a very informative video and makes me think I don't have to buy the most an expensive kayak. Thanks!
Toby Cole
Toby Cole - 9 years ago
Personally I would have used the cooler space for a 12 volt battery to drive my Minkota outboard.......I see another female adaptor in the works. lol
RK Tobi
RK Tobi - 9 years ago
Awesome vid
Robert Janko
Robert Janko - 9 years ago
This ain't no "poor mans kayak", this is a kayak of a clever man! Build with lots of brain, handwork and love for small details. Every honk can go an buy a ready to fish kayak for 3000$.
Devon Parson
Devon Parson - 9 years ago
Great video! Gave me lots of great ideas for my kayak. Thanks!
alderete74
alderete74 - 9 years ago
dude you missed your calling...great vid
Ethan Kron
Ethan Kron - 9 years ago
Great video!
Rick Melebeck
Rick Melebeck - 9 years ago
This is incredible!
DameSmith6
DameSmith6 - 9 years ago
Reminds me of that car homer built on the Simpsons.

This is sweet!!
zoffinger
zoffinger - 9 years ago
+Brian Eberle I've got a good buddy who's caught a lot of fish from a sit-inside.
Brian Eberle
Brian Eberle - 9 years ago
+zoffinger sadly I forgot to mention it's not a sit on top
zoffinger
zoffinger - 9 years ago
+Brian Eberle $170 is hard to beat.
Brian Eberle
Brian Eberle - 9 years ago
+zoffinger I'm a young kid and I am inspired by your videos you have got me hooked on saltwater fishing and I'm now thinking about getting a kayak I found a small one for $170 on eBay you think it is a good deal.
zoffinger
zoffinger - 9 years ago
+DameSmith6 Powerful like a gorilla, yet soft and yielding like a Nerf ball...
Scott Galbraith
Scott Galbraith - 9 years ago
I find it so fascinating how creative you were on this kayak!! Very inspirational!!
Alex Willhoite
Alex Willhoite - 9 years ago
whenever I try to make a kayak cart the pvc brakes off when beginning to wheel the boat any suggestions anyone?
Derrick Mullins
Derrick Mullins - 9 years ago
so kool
lovemyreptiles
lovemyreptiles - 9 years ago
Wow. This is so cool. I'm more impressed with this then any high end one you can buy. This is really using your brain. Great job.
Glen Chase
Glen Chase - 9 years ago
I Love your handyman hacks, great tips!
Chip Weinert
Chip Weinert - 9 years ago
Ingenious. You're very resourceful and imaginative. Thanks for the video, the great ideas, and the inspiration. Cheers!
john martin
john martin - 9 years ago
Hey Zoff! Just want to thank you for such a great video. I am very impressed and inspired with your common sense engineering ideas! KEEP 'EM COMING!!!
- John
Noah Cantu
Noah Cantu - 9 years ago
By far the best video for a kayak and the best kayak with all the add ons
Vagabond MaReligion
Vagabond MaReligion - 9 years ago
Awesome Kayak man!

really enjoying your videos.
Ben G
Ben G - 9 years ago
Thanks for making this video.  Great set up, very inspiring!
Nolan Flanagan
Nolan Flanagan - 9 years ago
What kayak is that? I am looking to make a kayak just like that exept the kayak I can afford is the pelican boost 100x
Puerto Rican Dutchman
Puerto Rican Dutchman - 9 years ago
Zo..an idea for u...get yourself a piece of 4" velcro and install on the bottom of your tackle bag ...that way if u forget to wrap your bungee around your tackle bag..it should still stay secure...just an idea..great DIY vid...
Chris Delamain
Chris Delamain - 9 years ago
Great job on your setup. Very impressed.
John Wiseman
John Wiseman - 9 years ago
Hey bud, I don't know your name. But, I will say you have worked wonders with that boat. Your video absolutely blew me away with your creativity on the cheap. Congrats and my hat goes off to you. Job well done.
barrie gould
barrie gould - 9 years ago
great video i take it you use a trailer for that rig out ???
RC optimizor
RC optimizor - 9 years ago
You remind me of the acter from count of monty cristo. You have a great way of explaining things and a good voice. Thanks for sharing this.
Patrick O'Toole
Patrick O'Toole - 9 years ago
Bravo my friend! I am definitely going to attempt to emulate your rig....even though it probably wont be as cool as yours.....thanks for sharing!!!!
Gary Wright
Gary Wright - 9 years ago
You have just inspired me!  This setup and creativity is amazing, I want to go fishing NOW! I mean NOW as in this minute!
Lotus Campbell
Lotus Campbell - 9 years ago
I also live in Florida and if your wanting to go out on your boat try jumper run its amesingly pretty
TruckerJDub
TruckerJDub - 9 years ago
I'm looking to buy my first kayak soon. Seeing what you have done here has really made me rethink things. It's amazing what you have done on a budget.
Rick Nahat
Rick Nahat - 9 years ago
Thanks for sharing. You setup is ingenious.
Jordan Lor
Jordan Lor - 9 years ago
how did you mount that rudder?
urpappii69
urpappii69 - 9 years ago
Dude you're awesome
Jim Hyde
Jim Hyde - 9 years ago
what model of GoPro do you use?  Apprears to hve good optics and sound reproduction as welll. Is it waterproof?
Timothy Martini
Timothy Martini - 9 years ago
Fantastic ideas and great work! I'm a beginner to this kayak thing and your ideas of not letting anything go into waste is commendable.Thanks for sharing.
jose garcia
jose garcia - 9 years ago
Great info I totally enjoy your videos brotha. I'm thinking of getting me a kayak but still looking around. This will be my first kayak ever, That is a awesome set up u got there on your kayak. I'm hoping my kayak will look as half a awesome as yours. Thanks for the info and Fish on brotha! San Diego Tx. Joe Garcia.
ROBERT TURNER
ROBERT TURNER - 9 years ago
Nice!!!!!!!
TwoAlphaG34
TwoAlphaG34 - 9 years ago
Hard work, and very impressive setup.  Great video, thanks for the ideas.
yogiberra47
yogiberra47 - 9 years ago
Can you tell me what kind of video recorder you are using?
zoffinger
zoffinger - 9 years ago
+yogiberra47 This was shot with an old Panasonic camcorder. I use a GoPro nowadays.
Cathy Troy
Cathy Troy - 9 years ago
I have this kayak too!
stayflyfishingTV
stayflyfishingTV - 8 years ago
What kind is the kayak??
sasgeta
sasgeta - 9 years ago
For the rod holder did you just drill a hole, stick it in, and screw it on?
zoffinger
zoffinger - 9 years ago
+sasgeta They were there when I got the kayak, but yes. That's how they get installed.
40footgiantowl
40footgiantowl - 9 years ago
Great video!! thanks very much for sharing
Jimmy Wilbourn
Jimmy Wilbourn - 9 years ago
Thanks for the video! Got a bunch of ideas for mine.
Chase Higdon
Chase Higdon - 9 years ago
Nothin like some redneck ingenuity to get the job done
Ethan LaGrone
Ethan LaGrone - 9 years ago
go go gadget kayak! excellent job sir. you should be on the design team for one of the main kayak companies.
David Garcia
David Garcia - 9 years ago
How did you attach/make that rod holder onto your cooler?
Dom Piumelli
Dom Piumelli - 9 years ago
Really really awesome! Wish you lived on the east coast of florida... would love to run into you on the flats of Misquito Lagoon! You inspired me to work on my 71 13' 1/2 foot Geenoe. Poor mans Geenoe! lol
flysubcompact
flysubcompact - 9 years ago
Like the video.  Also liked how you show how you rigged yours without spending a fortune.  Neat rudder rigging, BTW. Clever.
Mike Wales
Mike Wales - 9 years ago
Nice job! My hope is that this inspires people to think creatively to solve problems, rather than just go out and swipe a credit card for the latest overpriced gadget. Thanks man keep it up
charles Whitman
charles Whitman - 9 years ago
You have a nice rig there man
Broxty
Broxty - 9 years ago
Wow! You are the perfect example of being THRIFTY, people look down on others and claim they are "cheap" but you prove to everyone that you can get out on the water regardless if you're budget. I spent a lot of money on my yak but I'm sure yours would fish just as hard. Great video, if you're looking for an inexpensive sports camera check out SJCAM, I bought the M10 and it is amazing quality for $80.
Arslan cimbom
Arslan cimbom - 9 years ago
Thanks Brother, the video  was very helpful i em working on my Kayak :) U are awesome . Gary from Sarasota :)
linesiderfix
linesiderfix - 9 years ago
Nice job! 4:20 dude!
Israel Uhl
Israel Uhl - 9 years ago
I have the same kayak
Tito r
Tito r - 9 years ago
Cool and practical modifications which I intend to do, Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience!
pachitti
pachitti - 9 years ago
Have to thank you, I have been looking at kayaks for the last 3 years. After seeing your videos, I settled on the same model. Will be doing some of your mods to mine as well.
Michael McDaniel
Michael McDaniel - 9 years ago
amazing mods Im stoked and inspired shopping for kayaks I came across your channel and so glad I did ..tight lines
Ku Jo
Ku Jo - 9 years ago
Awesome customization!!!
URanInTheUglyForest
URanInTheUglyForest - 9 years ago
Nice setup! As a suggestion, I would put a float on the end of the anchor line in case you misjudge the water depth. The ring could be replaced with a carabiner since you cannot feed a large float through the ring.
MyBeansAndToast
MyBeansAndToast - 9 years ago
How did you attach and seal the floor flanges to the kayak?
nyinfamous2k2
nyinfamous2k2 - 9 years ago
This is awesome man, I just found this video because I was just on craigslist looking for a used kayak which is a sit on top type. I wanted to learn more and found your video which really makes me want to buy it and turn it into something like what you have. great job. thanks for sharing .
Scott Horton
Scott Horton - 9 years ago
Amazing who can do this.  You need to Send this to Mr. Jackson and Jackson Kayak, and go work for him.
Halstead
Halstead - 9 years ago
Lol an iPad???
James Farrar
James Farrar - 9 years ago
I've followed some of your videos and they are interesting and good.  I was recently in your area fishing out of Fort De Soto Park.  It looks to me like you are located around maybe Gibonston on the east side of Tampa Bay due to the power plant in the background.  Is that close or did I miss the guess?
Jibbie49
Jibbie49 - 9 years ago
Even an Extreme Cheapskate knows that the smartest thing you can do is spend money on something that will save your life, so glad you didn't scrimp on the Life Jacket and got the good one.  It is so sad to read about a fisherman who drowns just because he didn't wear one.  Check out Pensacola Beach, Florida for a great place to fish.
Darnley.ltz400
Darnley.ltz400 - 9 years ago
This is awesome everything 10 star rating its really really cool
Gregbob Bill
Gregbob Bill - 9 years ago
Nice video! Great ideas for useful and on the cheap modifications to enhance the enjoyment and efficiency of your fishing platform.  I'm going to take some of those ideas and also share your video with my kayaking friends. The editing you did was spot on as well. Nice forethought and execution. Much appreciated!
Robert Tobergta
Robert Tobergta - 9 years ago
You sure put a lot of stuff on a small kayak.Looks like you use every inch of room
Bladenball
Bladenball - 9 years ago
You are a very talented man.
Inspired me to save up for a kayak, and also inspired me to learn how to fish on a kayak.
Im saving up for a kayak at the moment.
My daughter thinks you should design kayaks for a lving as well.
Thanks for sharing and always look forward to your videos.
Mark 1
Mark 1 - 9 years ago
Very much appreciate your effort to keep the lower budget folks in mind.  Not all of us have thousands to spend.  GREAT ideas for the regular man to have a great day fishing!
Adolph J. Lopez
Adolph J. Lopez - 9 years ago
Awesomeness...!! U rock Dude...!!
Ur da "Common Sense Guru of Kayak World"....!!
Thank You a million times and 'Muchîsimas Gracias '....Joijoijoi....keep posting and I'll keep replicating faithfully.
Rhyheim Woodard
Rhyheim Woodard - 9 years ago
Do u think u can help me with mines when I get it cause yours look so awesome do u have a Instagram so I can txt u my number I love fishing myself
rileybcrazy
rileybcrazy - 9 years ago
American Ingenuity.... great job
jim bentley
jim bentley - 9 years ago
swish army kayak. thats some cool work man
spyder2782
spyder2782 - 9 years ago
great video
adolfo ramirez
adolfo ramirez - 9 years ago
awesome video. thanx a lot.
Mike Utt
Mike Utt - 9 years ago
man, your a genius, thanks so much for sharing this!!!
Brian Branch
Brian Branch - 9 years ago
Very cool. I'm working on on a skeg for my kayak. I got a refurbished ocean's kayak for half price and I've added an anchor trolley. I was worried about drilling holes at first but now it's addictive. I also tried the mystery tackle box thanks to another one of your videos and caught a bass on one of their frog lures. Thanks for sharing your ideas.
Ghost Freight
Ghost Freight - 9 years ago
Great video and thanks for posting! Im trying to get into kayaking and this gave me a ton of ideas. Just makes me wonder what you could do with a 12 footer haha!
Jānis Rajeckis
Jānis Rajeckis - 9 years ago
nice work, but can this kayak hold you on surface, Weight capacity ?
tojare1
tojare1 - 9 years ago
Great work on the kayak, and like others have said, excellent video without crap music interfering with your voice. If you're not, you should be an engineer, but you probably are.
drychalice
drychalice - 9 years ago
A real thinking man.
The world needs more people like you.
Great work.
SeeingRed32
SeeingRed32 - 9 years ago
Ive been kayak fishing for over 10 years and ive gotta say this is the most innovative kayak ive seen. Great job bro.
Florida Explorer
Florida Explorer - 9 years ago
That spot @ 10:00 in looks like Santa Fe river .
Bobby Watson
Bobby Watson - 9 years ago
Bobby Watson
Bobby Watson - 9 years ago
Hell man you have a great set up, and I'm going to use some of your idea s on my boat
TwoBuck Chuck
TwoBuck Chuck - 9 years ago
Great video. Some really good ideas. Looks like you thought of everything.
Jim Harris
Jim Harris - 9 years ago
some excellent ideas !! Thanks for sharing this , very practical and functional 
GJ Saltwaterfisher
GJ Saltwaterfisher - 9 years ago
Ridiculous man...ridiculously awesome kayak. I also watched your updated kayak rigging video. Love it. I was thinking to do pontoon balance out of the bumper cushions connected to pvc at each end and just laying across...we'll see. Your set up is much nicer. Mine is in progress lol. You PVV inspired me bro!
GJ Saltwaterfisher
GJ Saltwaterfisher - 9 years ago
PVC inspired.. not pvv
chris pine
chris pine - 9 years ago
Your an unreal inventer mate sure your not aussie!!?? well done im copying mate n my yak was 200 buks too yew bewdy!!
swimmer8585
swimmer8585 - 9 years ago
Gave me a lot of great ideas.  I just bought myself an angler's kayak for about $500 that I have been saving for for about half a year.  This gave me a lot of good ideas for customizing it
Ohio Outlaw
Ohio Outlaw - 9 years ago
Love his videos mostly cause there's no annoying music being Blared in the background
Randy Merino
Randy Merino - 9 years ago
You sir are a genius! Thank you for making and sharing this video!
Lukas R
Lukas R - 9 years ago
Literally most 1200$ kayaks like the eagle and stuff aren't 1/2 as sick as this I need this lol
blkcpdconure
blkcpdconure - 9 years ago
This is the coolest setup I have seen.
Flash_weaver
Flash_weaver - 9 years ago
Awesome boat sir. I'm new to this and you gave me a lot of helpful ideas. I'd had to put holes in my kayak that I "thought" would be a good idea. Slow process. Just an idea I had though: the block that you use to prop up the front of your boat when putting the wheels on....we'll cover it with linex truck bed liner. It will make it durable yet still be lightweight and keep it from chipping apart. Thanks for the vid!
zoffinger
zoffinger - 9 years ago
That's a good idea. Good luck kayaking:)
Marian Chadwick
Marian Chadwick - 9 years ago
I shamelessly copied your every move and was able to make your live bait well.  I need to know what u made the black tray it sits on out of as that is my next step.  I found a truck bed liner by the side of the road and am blessed with a husband willing to face the weather and saw it up enough to get it home. He has the seat tray cut out for me.
I need a web sight that will sell me just enough foam to make the fish pontoons out of.  What size circle is it, how long is each fish, and what do they call this kind of foam?  I need to get enough foam to mold the seat, make the stand up board molds and the "V" foam to rest the yak on when messing with the trolley.  It is not like we have access to job sight scraps and are not willing to buy large scale orders.  We live near Joplin, MO in a town called Carthage and have been told no in the stores we asked at. 
saberXedge
saberXedge - 9 years ago
Excellent video with many cost saving ideas! THANKS
DILLI GAF
DILLI GAF - 9 years ago
The most important part is you can cast and fish. It doesn't matter what you're on.
DILLI GAF
DILLI GAF - 9 years ago
saberXedge...I think you misunderstood what I said. Some people are commenting that what this guy made was unstable. I actually commended him that for me this will work because as long as it floats and holds a person. it's good to go.
saberXedge
saberXedge - 9 years ago
Kanto: What a silly & dorky comment you made, especially toward a person who has made an informative, interesting  & excellent 30 minute video about something he is passionate about.
joseph gabriel
joseph gabriel - 9 years ago
Really great video, I received a kayak for Christmas and I look forward to using a lot of your ideas on mine before fishing season starts. Thank you very much!
Danielle & Justin Ward
Danielle & Justin Ward - 9 years ago
I really enjoyed your video and will use some of your tips on my own Kayak. I am just getting started and really like you ingenious idea of the rear paddle to control drift. I am going to try and do that first.
thomas grim
thomas grim - 9 years ago
you have created a very functional and plain cool tool here. You are obviously very intelligent and creative. Its a pleasure that you shared this with us. This should be a lesson to the part time boaters who buy a boat today and get sick of it and buy something else on a whim. I couldn't agree more with the guy that said "anyone who gives a thumbs down should be flogged!!"   Thanks Tom
Troy Moores
Troy Moores - 9 years ago
awesome , How To.. And  Why To.. This i s a great instructional video, without all the BS.. you did a fantastic job.. and helped me a lot.!!!!!
Said Abimelec
Said Abimelec - 9 years ago
Its cool and all but a lil bit small. just that
excelent work
Christopher Gilly
Christopher Gilly - 9 years ago
Love it...thanks!
EFOUR C
EFOUR C - 9 years ago
pretty awesome set up, i dont fish nearly as much as you do so i probably wont ever make one myself. i like how you have made places for everything you need, and to be safe and legal out on the water. 
Hero Stratus
Hero Stratus - 9 years ago
Great video, gave me a hell of a lot of great ideas, I appreciate it. Great mods.
Keith James Lapere
Keith James Lapere - 9 years ago
bloody marvelous and great video!
Thx  really enjoyed it!!!
TheVirginiaStew
TheVirginiaStew - 9 years ago
absolutely love it...
Alexander Hahner
Alexander Hahner - 9 years ago
Maybe he do all night fishing
Void
Void - 9 years ago
That kayak has heart and soul. Be proud of your work! I'd rather go fish in this than a new Jackson Cuda anyday. 
63Eco
63Eco - 9 years ago
Great video. Thanks. I just got a kayak to use for fishing and you've given me some good ideas. Kudos!
John Green
John Green - 9 years ago
dude, I am currently looking for a kayak, you have made excellent use of space, my question is, with me being 6'8", and 275lbs, is this going to be a problem, as you have got a lot of stuff on yours, and its top heavy, is it a problem for you to maneuver the yak around, with out tipping????????
John Green
John Green - 9 years ago
thanks man, I think the only way is to go to academy and actually get up close to see how wide I have to go for my height... ha, its not always cool being a mongoloid
zoffinger
zoffinger - 9 years ago
I did wind up adding pontoons to add stability. I can even throw a cast net from the kayak now! However, being a bigger guy, you're gonna need a bigger kayak to start from, like the Perception Sport Striker 11.5 Angler for example.
unclejack123
unclejack123 - 9 years ago
Excellent, and Frugal, add ons my man. As a bargain basement shopper myself, I really like your creative usage of "stuff".
As an older fellow I believe the only thing I'd like to see would be a small outrigger/flotation system. your boat seems a bit top heavy,as you mentioned. outriggers can be fixed, collapsible or hinged. Fixed might interfere with landing fish. they wouldn't have to be full length (just a couple of feet long in the bow, where the height is).  Another option- since you are rapidly approaching the "Law of Diminishing Returns"- is to start the search ,and budget, for a used 10' boat. Who knows, maybe you'll start "New Timer Canoes"..............good luck...............JRW
Darrel Cross
Darrel Cross - 10 years ago
Well done bud, certainly shows what someone can do with a little thought and having a go. A credit to you sir!
Henry Builes
Henry Builes - 10 years ago
Just the video I was looking for ! I've been wanting to get setup with my own Kayak after watching many fisherman doing their thing on the water.It looks great to be out there.I'am from the states,but live in Colombia on the caribbean coast. Finally found a place that sells Kayaks.Hopefully will be on the water in the future.Thumbs up Zoffinger on your video, very well done explaining. Thanks and tight lines.
Fer Nando
Fer Nando - 10 years ago
spectacular! Your cayak has everything. greetings from Argentina
Lawrence Clayton
Lawrence Clayton - 10 years ago
Thanks for alot of great ideas!!
Mister Phoenix
Mister Phoenix - 10 years ago
Thanks so for sharing, wo de laoshi!
raven archer
raven archer - 10 years ago
that's awesome mate. I would like a kayak for camping trips. the prices of the kayaks put me off the idea, but seeing what you have done with your boat has given me some great ideas. cheers and regards from UK
Skipper Hawk
Skipper Hawk - 10 years ago
Awesome job, thanks for sharing.
Mun Dane
Mun Dane - 10 years ago
Nice work. The kayak and the video. 
Michael Benninger
Michael Benninger - 10 years ago
Great job and very easy to understand.
Kevin Pettus
Kevin Pettus - 10 years ago
Very cool man, I'm moving to Daytona Beach soon and I plan on building one of these for myself.  Thanks for the video!
Graham Simons
Graham Simons - 10 years ago
Neat set-up! Thanks for sharing.
homeostasis4me
homeostasis4me - 10 years ago
Brilliant. Wish politicians thought like you do. You should run for office. Oh, wait- youre probably honest. Never mind lol. Google "butyl tape" next time you want to attach something after drilling holes. Waterproofs, stays tacky and flexible. Cheap as crap. Much, much better than silicone or caulk. Used on campers.
Manuel Gonzalez
Manuel Gonzalez - 10 years ago
I ran across your other vid "my kayak situation so i had to go back to the beginning when you started kayak fishing so i could see what you were talking about.  Awesome on how you rigged up that little boat.  Gonna watch the rest of your videos and catch up to your most recent.  I'm in San Antonio, TX so I frequent the lower Texas coast.  I plan to make to Florida one day.
Geeth Perera
Geeth Perera - 10 years ago
Wow!!!! Genius. Simple n clean. I wanna buy a kayak now. Fuck the boat. Im buying a kayak.
stylz1
stylz1 - 10 years ago
Clever stuff man.  Thanks for sharing.
pickleme101
pickleme101 - 10 years ago
From someone who spends a lot of time thinking about the best way to do things I would like to say; you've done everyone who ever thought of putting together a fishing kayak a lot of time.
JUSTACHIPN
JUSTACHIPN - 10 years ago
WTG bro....nice rig up !
streek a
streek a - 10 years ago
Excellent ...'poor man's Kayak ,  rich in Knowledge.
Justin Langford
Justin Langford - 10 years ago
wow man! awesome video!  I just came across a basic kayak as well and can't wait to rig it up with many of your ideas! super pumped!
tyler listebarger
tyler listebarger - 10 years ago
Kick ass kyak
Arlo Cupps
Arlo Cupps - 10 years ago
THANK YOU FOR SHAREING THIS I have a similar kayak been looking at the fishing kayaks to be able to go to that you sir are a genius! no poor mans kayak indeed try a genius! thank you so much for sharing!!!! Happy fishing!
Rob Morrison
Rob Morrison - 10 years ago
Thanks man..great inspirational video..I'm customizing my 16ft Old Town Discovery canoe for 2 man fishing and really enjoyed this video
Gummy Bear
Gummy Bear - 10 years ago
That's no poor man's kayak. That love. Lol, great video sir. Enjoyed every bit of it.
Mario Doiron
Mario Doiron - 10 years ago
Very resourceful, you've got me inspired to modify my cheap little coleman canoe now.  Thanks!
Pogue Mahone
Pogue Mahone - 10 years ago
Ingenious! Thanks for sharing your cool ideas and designs.
Don Murray
Don Murray - 10 years ago
Thanks so very much!! Great video and you are quite ingenious and a great craftsman! I'm inspired! 
MICHAEL LUPTON
MICHAEL LUPTON - 10 years ago
man your very creative!!
Dave C
Dave C - 10 years ago
Awesome engineering!!!! I have so much to say that its speeding through my head, so I'll leave you with really GREAT JOB!!!! 
kratos14081
kratos14081 - 10 years ago
Great creativity, and it's always cool to build things yourself.so kudos to you. But you have enough stuff on your yak to film a survival show. Seems like it would be really tight while fishing not to mention top heavy in choppy water.
Myviews Civil
Myviews Civil - 10 years ago
Wow I love your Kayak (Y) Thank you so much :) I send you a message in facebook :)
Lowell Essex
Lowell Essex - 10 years ago
I haven't even bought my Kayak yet, but I can assure you that you have motivated me to do so... Thank you
Gunny Highwayman
Gunny Highwayman - 10 years ago
great video dude just watched a whole load of others where they had spent thousands on the yaks but this one rules and your ideas are priceless, you made a British Kayaker very happy, thanks!!
zoffinger
zoffinger - 10 years ago
Cheers, Stuart. You made me smile back :)
Morris Sonny Tashbar
Morris Sonny Tashbar - 10 years ago
Thanks, trying to decide canoe or kayak as I miss my 14foot alumicraft and don't want to go that size.
1divemaster1
1divemaster1 - 10 years ago
Great job man.
LeoTheBattleheart
LeoTheBattleheart - 10 years ago
Very rarely have patience to watch long videos in youtube but this video was very interesting and amusing.
Kaileey Plunkett
Kaileey Plunkett - 10 years ago
How much was the kayak
Catholic51
Catholic51 - 10 years ago
I'd also like to thank you for your time and effort in making these videos.
I know they weren't easy and I appreciate your time and expertise for the poor man..

Thank You from Old San Antonio.
Catholic51
Catholic51 - 10 years ago
Still your ideas are great.
Specially the magnetic tackle box on the go.
Not everyone wants to stop and wait to find a calm place to open up there tackle box and rig up a new lure especially in the Gulf.
spacehead74
spacehead74 - 10 years ago
Holy crap, you rule!
Tom Beck
Tom Beck - 10 years ago
I own a hobbie pro angler 12 and lots of expensive crap but man I must admit your set up is awesome and your video is bad to the bone! anyone who gives thumbs down should flogged. I can tell you are a nice dude with an incredible mind. A+ set up and video. /hats off
zoffinger
zoffinger - 10 years ago
I also just got a Hobie PA 12! Thanks for writing :) I'm uploading new videos starring the Hobie...check it out.
Catholic51
Catholic51 - 10 years ago
Good God....
You are the man.....
Why the Hell are you not working for Big Time Corporations......
You're ideas are great.. I would pay at least 800 to 1100 for a 11ft Kayak...
 
Thank You ....
spacehead74
spacehead74 - 10 years ago
The corporate world doesn't deserve this sort of brilliance yet. 
Aaron Henderson
Aaron Henderson - 10 years ago
If you could post a video on how you made the rudder that would be awesome. Parts list also. Or what would you charge to build and ship one?
Jossmer Narvaez
Jossmer Narvaez - 10 years ago
Nice work. I love your kayak. You gave me ideas. I'm gonna buy my first kayak for fishing. Thanks for sharing.
chago outfishing
chago outfishing - 10 years ago
Nice work on your kayak. Nothing better then doing it your self. You get what you need and don't pay for over priced stuff. Now I have a need to customize my kayak. Congratulations from Houston Texas fish on brother.
kkenmore63
kkenmore63 - 10 years ago
If MacGyvor had a fishing boat it would be just like this.  Friggin awesome.  This proves that you don't need an expensive fishing kayak, you just need a kayak and some ingenuity.  Keep up the good work.
Jonathan Wilson
Jonathan Wilson - 10 years ago
Nice Video, I have one question, how did you connect the pvc pipe to the side of the kayak for your rudder?
Tommy Scott
Tommy Scott - 10 years ago
so smart, you got every thing ,but if its illegal to fish with lights to attacked fish , can you still use those light
john nunya
john nunya - 10 years ago
Love the vid. People love to post the thousands they invest in their kayaks but this is down to earth for those that don't have bottomless pockets.

Love the vids most of people who buy a $500 kayak and put $1500 in mods in it! lol


Give that rudder some slack and tie a couple cords to it so you can slip it left or right. Hand control or foot, you'd love it even more.
phil b
phil b - 10 years ago
I have the same kayak, thanks for all the great ideas! My only problem is the weight of all my gear and myself lol
f1y7rap
f1y7rap - 10 years ago
ingenious boat additions!  only thing I'd add would be some outriggers....
Lane Elizondo
Lane Elizondo - 10 years ago
Thanks for sharing u kayak. You got me into doing kayak fishin and I'm buying my first kayak tomorrow I've been saving up money from my family's boat shop and I thought it would be cool to do somthing different. And I live like 15 mins from the beach so I can kayaking a lot and I really just want to thank you for your videos and getting me in this new hobbie and I love u videos they're really cool and have good tips
HappyJackSlade
HappyJackSlade - 10 years ago
Awesome job brother. I think you did a grate job with your setup. keep the vids coming
. SUBSCRIBED :)
Victor Portillo
Victor Portillo - 10 years ago
Great job bro, keep it up
tango1 foxtrot1
tango1 foxtrot1 - 10 years ago
Mods Mods and Mooore Mods! This gave me tons of great ideas! Great video and thanks for the ideas..
Lindsay Blair
Lindsay Blair - 10 years ago
FANTASTIC JOB! This video inspires me! It makes me want to go out right now and basically do everything you've done! Thank you!
Tripp Kennedy
Tripp Kennedy - 10 years ago
love it. RUN THAT DOG
Jay Chapman
Jay Chapman - 10 years ago
you want to build me one. there is the same yak on craigs in my area
mickzee427
mickzee427 - 10 years ago
Question Marty , What kayak would you buy if you were 6'2 , 260 lbs and ugly , I have to sneek up on fish . I have 1200 to 1500 available for the purchase . This is also my first kayak . I love your video's , I've been watching dozens of them the last 2 weeks .
Randy Myers
Randy Myers - 10 years ago
Such an awesome set up for the price. Very innovative.
tommy smith
tommy smith - 10 years ago
Just fuckin buy a fishing kayake with the pole holders and the god damn peddles/ prop at the back. this is just ridiuclas way to many ropes goin around and the anker your tackle and poles and your net, man its just one big cluster fuck. atleast the damn fishing kayake has it all organized and put in well positioned placed. Yours would just piss me off.
Johnny Adame
Johnny Adame - 10 years ago
Awesome informative/creative video!
Carlos C Rodgers
Carlos C Rodgers - 10 years ago
Genious! You deserve a price! Great video man!!
jeremy wheeler
jeremy wheeler - 10 years ago
well i gotta say this is the finest work done by a true fisherman to his vessel that i have ever seen. AMAZING WORK. 
nagen38
nagen38 - 10 years ago
I just bought my first yak a few months ago and started flat fishing for the first time. Your videos have given me ssooo many ideas on how to improve mine. Thank goodness I was bored at work last night or I might not have stumbled across these. I was pleasantly surprised to see you live just down the road from me, which means your fishing tips will definitely help since I'm going out in the same waters :-)
Ben Johnson
Ben Johnson - 10 years ago
Cosco has good deals on kayaks.
wildairsoft1
wildairsoft1 - 10 years ago
where can i get a battery powered bubbler and also do your feet go under or beside the tool box cooler
Yogisancr Miguel
Yogisancr Miguel - 10 years ago
i have been interesting lately on buying a kayak i was thinking o spending around $700 to a $1000 in one but with the excellent set up you have you have just showed me you have built a $3000 to $4000 kayak with about $500 bucks. outside of the savings and all that i have to tell you man you have a great designing gift i hope a big company can get you in and get you a good job dude you deserve it.
Robert Norton
Robert Norton - 10 years ago
well done
TRCEgroup
TRCEgroup - 10 years ago
I own a 20' bass boat and a angler kayak. Personally, I believe you have way to much stuff on your yak that would get in the way of fishing. But cool non the less.
jonnyl95
jonnyl95 - 10 years ago
Great Ideas man!!
Cue Balls
Cue Balls - 10 years ago
WTF? I CANT BELIEVE THIS VIDEO! Dude your video SUCKS and your kayak too !!!! Obviously you DID NOT! spend much time on it or anything related to fishing and laws! Why dont you please go and do something constructive pal, like......like ... maybe? BUILD ME ONE ? Hmmmm.......he he he - LOL...ROTFL !!! WAIT, WAIT, dont punch me yet ! Truce - Mr. Zoffinger. WAIT LISTEN... I am just willing to bet if you were to make some basic drawings of your kayak, the type and measurements of the components, you could sell your plans and make some fun money. I would buy a copy of them, Seriously!!! - I'd pay you 30 bucks for a copy in advance. Oh and about some of the above I typed, well forget it obviously I didnt mean it. It was in gest and out of fun, and I just wanted to mess with ya. Very impressed with your work, First thing that came to my mind when I saw your video was your meticulous informative work and you are definatley giving back.You are just like a very good friend I use to have that is no longer here on earth. He was a smart photographer/outdoorsman , definately a Go Getter like yourself. He was from Cocoa beach on the Space coast (RIP Jim Conlon 1965-1997) . Zoffinger - you are a true inspiration and lets just agree, your awesome! Not many people take the time anymore to help other people in life. Truely I speak with no fork tongue. Oh yeah, and one more thing,  you should patend the name "KON - TIKI" and on that note sir, Thanks a million my friend!
iamaswissarmyknife
iamaswissarmyknife - 10 years ago
very cool...great ideas
Dudeman Roman
Dudeman Roman - 10 years ago
Dude these videos are awesome! I would love to basically make my own kayak like you did but I might have to just buy one and go from there, such good ideas. Great video!
Gary Busby
Gary Busby - 10 years ago
I have never seen such common sense brilliance to meet the needs of the application. WOW!  Thanks, North. Fl. Sportsman
sw1ft2U
sw1ft2U - 10 years ago
great video! i'm excited to see what you caught and any upgrades. keep up the excellent work!
dthao92
dthao92 - 10 years ago
Thanks for sharing. Awesome stuff!
Throwback Fishing
Throwback Fishing - 10 years ago
You have an eye for detail. Great video.
James Caouette
James Caouette - 10 years ago
Love it. been fishing my whole life but just starting kayak fishing, Loved all the ideas, will be using many for my craigs list kayak
Bill Frazier
Bill Frazier - 10 years ago
Just wanted to say I really appreciate your very informative video. You have inspired me to add stuff to my kayak. I was looking to make a PVC cart and you have now given me lots of ideas. Thanks.
Duy Nguyen
Duy Nguyen - 10 years ago
nice set up. creative. nice job.
wtsig76
wtsig76 - 10 years ago
nice vid! Has anyone told you that your voice is kinda like Christopher Walken?
William Stavros
William Stavros - 10 years ago
WOW, great video.  You are truly the MacGyver (TV Series 1985–1992) of DIY Kayaks.  I just purchased a Lifetime 10'  Camo Fishing Kayak, don't have it yet.  Again (best DIY video) you are a inspiration ( Spent all I had to get the fishing Kayak, so the rest is DIY.  Can;t wait to review other vtdeo's of your.  Spongediver FL
gsansoucie
gsansoucie - 10 years ago
Great video. Great ideas. I would like to say "Yankee ingenuity" but you are from FL.
Sanuske Sagara
Sanuske Sagara - 10 years ago
Impressive
robbie burns
robbie burns - 10 years ago
great video.....i was in the zone !
Ron Beatty
Ron Beatty - 10 years ago
What a great video. You show how you designed things and how they work in action. Now I'm not afraid to modify my kayak. Thanks for sharing with the rest of us!
Donald Cato
Donald Cato - 10 years ago
Nice work man!!  I am feeling inspired.
Brandon N
Brandon N - 10 years ago
I really like the whole front tool box setup!
J0Gu7
J0Gu7 - 10 years ago
You sir, are a genius!! Awesome work there.
Steve Wulff
Steve Wulff - 10 years ago
Do you have a video on how you made your cart/dolly? It is a brilliant idea! Love your vids.
antonio santos
antonio santos - 10 years ago
You got great ideas buddy
chris smith
chris smith - 10 years ago
The best how to video on youtube!
Mark H
Mark H - 10 years ago
This boat strikes me as not so much a poor man's kayak but rather a creative and minimalist man's kayak.  Impressive.  You seem to have the meticulousness of an engineer.  Have watched several of your videos and have no doubt that I'd enjoy a day on the water with you.  Am a seasoned fly-fishing kayaker myself, and may incorporate some of your ideas - especially the wheels, as it seems gravity is getting stronger these days.  If I could make one suggestion, it is to remind your viewers to avoid touching any released fish, as handling tends to remove slime and invite disease. 
John Lopez
John Lopez - 10 years ago
Awesome tips bud
Jaocb Conroy
Jaocb Conroy - 10 years ago
How did u install ur rod holders
rocky arouh
rocky arouh - 10 years ago
Well first of all what you did was make a $200.00 Yak that really had an ole worn out look and transformed it into a work of art! I am so excited about the great ideas you have shown me! Great Job man! Im fixing up a Lifetime sport fisher and new to all this!! You have great ideas. T.Y.Brutha!
Pj TheYakMan
Pj TheYakMan - 10 years ago
Great job Zoffinger. Very creative and smart solutions.
Thanks for sharing.
TWENTY EIGHT
TWENTY EIGHT - 10 years ago
A bunch of very good ideas.. thanks :)
John Dials
John Dials - 10 years ago
This is wonderful! Thank you for making this. So many great ideas I plan on implementing myself.
dirtridermag44
dirtridermag44 - 10 years ago
Thoroughly impressed.  Well thought out. Nice job!!! 
Koda
Koda - 10 years ago
you are the man, i love watching your vids dude.
Commercial Art Services Art Work
Commercial Art Services Art Work - 10 years ago
this was great - thanks man
glen larsen
glen larsen - 10 years ago
Fantastic video.....fantastic buildout....my only suggestion is that you put outriggers for stability since it seems a bit topheavy..maybe even a small bimini top made from fiberglass tent poles??
Widow Maker
Widow Maker - 10 years ago
Looks great man. If you haven't look at my kayak modification video I encourage you to take a peek!
javier concepcion
javier concepcion - 10 years ago
Love your videos man! Thanks! God bless & happy fishing...
William Woofter
William Woofter - 10 years ago
you gotta love pvc and freebee's.  love this kayak man.  you should start making and selling these as the "PoorMansYak".
Dennis McFern
Dennis McFern - 10 years ago
Thanks for the informative video.  Well explained features and all doable on a small budget.
backcountrypipe
backcountrypipe - 10 years ago
Great info, great video. Thanks
Michael Hall
Michael Hall - 10 years ago
I like the Kon-Tiki theme also.  I read the Kon Tiki in late 90's.  Great adventure story for those of you who have not read it. Awesome ideas.   I may try some!  The advantage of an 8' yak, is that everything is close by.  I have a 13 footer myself.  holds a lot, but things are farther away.
Michael Hall
Michael Hall - 10 years ago
I like your ingenuity.  I make a lot of stuff for my yak also.  My son and I love to yak fish.  Nice video.
STtheboy
STtheboy - 10 years ago
Do you have a video on how to make the rudder assembly?
Joshstar777
Joshstar777 - 10 years ago
Subscribe to my vids plzz
John Smith
John Smith - 10 years ago
Very very awsome setup, congratulations!
The crazy man from Ireland.
The crazy man from Ireland. - 10 years ago
A fantastic video bud I loved every minut of it :) wow you got so much stuff on it it un real, I do a lot of kayakjng my self and my buddy , we are from Ireland, this is the best kayakjng video yet that's on you tube , I'm sharing it on to facebook for a to see , well done ,
Duy Nguyen
Duy Nguyen - 10 years ago
Honest and informational. Thank you for spending the time showing your setup. I have learned a lot.
Mark Abolofia
Mark Abolofia - 10 years ago
Great job and all but that things gotta weigh a ton! Hoisting it on the top of your car, whoa! I've found that successful yak fishing is all about packing light and you've just got way way too much stuff there. Be careful, you flip that thing and it may sink like a stone. Good vid though, gotta give ya credit on cutting corners! Be well and fish on!
Domenic Holland
Domenic Holland - 10 years ago
+Mark Abolofia obviously not familiar with buoyancy and water displacement, are we Mark.
zoffinger
zoffinger - 10 years ago
Slipping the kayak into the bed of my pickup truck is easy. And a sit-on-top kayak doesn't sink when you flip it. Thanks for the negativity, though.
ksharris74
ksharris74 - 10 years ago
Great video.  Glad I came across your channel.  Just curious though...are you intentionally trying to sound like Christopher Walken?
nate smith
nate smith - 10 years ago
You just won the internet!! Best answer I've ever see !!!
zoffinger
zoffinger - 10 years ago
Two distinct differences between Christopher Walken and myself; He is from Queens while I grew up in Brooklyn, and I have no such fever for cowbell.
Pat Gillem
Pat Gillem - 10 years ago
Awesome set up.
Bob Thompson
Bob Thompson - 10 years ago
Very nicely done! Thank you for sharing your ideas. I enjoyed every minute of this video and will definitely employ some of the upgrades you have done.
C Bass
C Bass - 10 years ago
Thank you for posting this. I like your setup and you gave me the inspiration I needed to do the same tipe of kayak fishing rig. Im in Arizona.  Thank you again. 
ratoneJR
ratoneJR - 10 years ago
another great video. glad i subscribe to your channel. you seen like a cool dude, if your ever up north, look me up . good fishing up here, too.
Trama Morring
Trama Morring - 10 years ago
Genius
Jordan Gilley
Jordan Gilley - 10 years ago
Love it so cool
Toby Lawless
Toby Lawless - 10 years ago
We do a ton of kayaking, and you have alot of great ideas! 
theeredlion
theeredlion - 10 years ago
you and edison both have what it takes !!!!!
stevenacarter77
stevenacarter77 - 10 years ago
...you have done a very Good Job on that fishing kayak, I like it...
Swing4gr8nessN8
Swing4gr8nessN8 - 10 years ago
you're work on that tool box is epic and brilliant!
Swing4gr8nessN8
Swing4gr8nessN8 - 10 years ago
Hey man great vid. Question though... how tall are you and how much do you weigh? Reason I ask is i'm 5'10 and 200lbs and everyone i ask tells me to fish gulf waters i need a 12-14ft kayak. I'm not ready to fork that kind of cash over if i don't need to
zoffinger
zoffinger - 10 years ago
Good question; I'm 5'5" 140lbs. The Emotion Spitfire 8 has a capacity of 240 lbs (without pontoons like I have now) and the Emotion Spitfire 9 has a capacity of 350lbs. That's plenty of buoyancy for regular folks. The main drawback with a short , flat bottomed kayak like mine is tracking and cutting through waves. I usually paddle in calm, protected waters and don't have to deal with the surf and big waves and since I added the skeg in the back, it tracks like a 14 footer! Good thing is, the small kayaks are really cheap compared to the big ones and if you come to realize that you need a bigger kayak, you can always sell it and upgrade. I think folks sometimes wait WAY to long, pining away for the perfect kayak when they could be on the water now, having a blast with a smaller, cheaper kayak. 
Michigan Mister
Michigan Mister - 10 years ago
this so sucks! no roach clip holder?, no piss bucket?, ARE YOU CRAZY!....... kiddin, lots of good ideas, especially the magnets. you should contact the kayak manufacturers and t 
amantrix777
amantrix777 - 10 years ago
Epic Mods! Great Job Sir!
James Altmann
James Altmann - 10 years ago
That's awesome man you have quite the set up there!
The Kayak Fishing Chronicles
The Kayak Fishing Chronicles - 10 years ago
awesome !  what type flange did you use to attach the pvc pipes to the kayak?
hank wang
hank wang - 10 years ago
You ve a great job of outfitting ur yak, plus the tips were very useful. Thanks for the viedo. Hope u catch a biggie on ur next trip.
30milesOut
30milesOut - 10 years ago
been watch'n your vids bro... good stuff... truly in the spirt of yak fish'n.... cheap and easy = fish more! keep it up...
Koda
Koda - 10 years ago
ty, somehow i can hear you southern accent in your comment lol. you both rock
zoffinger
zoffinger - 10 years ago
Thank you. It's true. I fish a LOT! Get out there, folks :)
nakternal
nakternal - 10 years ago
Absolutely amazing! I feel so lazy, spoiled, and unimaginative now. I got to get off the boat and into a kayak. Thanks for sharing man.
Jrhnhemp
Jrhnhemp - 10 years ago
Excellent video.....well thought out....well presented.....good info.....well edited....I see you updated your rigging with vids.....looking forward to seeing them all.
erjeremy
erjeremy - 10 years ago
Love watching this man's videos, very informative and useful ideas! Subscribed!
Gary Bartz
Gary Bartz - 10 years ago
looks good man. Like all the money saving tips
a1930ford
a1930ford - 10 years ago
Nice video. Those plastic tool boxes have a tendency to snap and break right at the hinges, especially when out in direct UV light for prolonged periods of time. Is your rear DIY plastic rudder just straight like a daggerboard/centerboard or does it also turn left to right and act as a rudder with tiller? Although neat use of space with your mods, most kayaks are weight limited. How well does your mods work with your own weight in the boat?  Nicely done video.  
Paul Mclellan
Paul Mclellan - 10 years ago
Very cool how you showed the practical application of each mod in action on your video. Thanks for posting this.
MadMoney
MadMoney - 10 years ago
that seat laptop cover cushion was brilliant!....So as the paddle ruddle!.. Awesome!
Tvsaint
Tvsaint - 10 years ago
I'm impressed, gave me some good ideas. I just ordered a fishing yak and see myself using some of your ideas. Good luck out there.
Frazer Wolf
Frazer Wolf - 10 years ago
Really amazing how you did all this love it
Praylude at Recycled Paradise
Praylude at Recycled Paradise - 10 years ago
Very nice man. Looking at getting my first kayak and this has give me some ideas for sure. Subbed you also.
David Eblen
David Eblen - 10 years ago
Thank's Marty,  Funny thing is I'm in the process of designing a new kayak and your work here has set my innovation clock spinning.......I just finished checking out the updates.  Good stuff as usual.  The last boat I built had a dual set of outrigger floats/ paddling/sailing.  Much more complex than yours but they worked just fine.  I'm going to try to build in some of the features you added on the new boat and check out the bed liner material too.  I love having a place for the paddle secure across the coaming of the cockpit. Stuff has to stay IN the boat. I just subscribed, so keep the good stuff coming!!
David Eblen
David Eblen - 10 years ago
I've been designing and building kayaks for years and I gotta' say this is the most innovative piece of work I've seen in many moons. If you don't have a degree in engineering, don't bother, there's not much they can teach you!!  Haven't read through all the comments so excuse me if someone else has mentioned this but you really need to do something about the "bitter" end on the anchor line.  You will eventually lose it overboard the way you are doing it now.  If it were me, I'd take the bitter end and put a loop in it, pre string it through the steel ring and hook the loop over the cleat.  When you anchor just feed the line out and then secure it the manner you are now.  This way there is no chance of it disappearing overboard leaving you with no anchor.  The only other thing I see is that fish box.  Boy is it clever but the center of gravity is so high I'd make it a priority to figure out a way to lower it somehow.  Sometimes 1/2 and inch of vertical CG displacement in a kayak is critical.  Couldn't hurt......
zoffinger
zoffinger - 10 years ago
Thank you, David. Of the thousands of comments I've gotten on my channel, this one is special; for a kayak designer to give me kudos. Your input has been preceded by many other bits of helpful hints. And I have listened. I recently posted a rigging update (my second update video) and it shows the pontoons I added to compensate for the high center of gravity. I can throw a cast net from this baby now! :^) Thanks again for the comment - Marty
marlin hero
marlin hero - 10 years ago
Good job.  Nicely done video too.
Laby 70
Laby 70 - 10 years ago
Aint nothing wrong with doing it with what you can afford and make. Great job man.
Marty Meshek
Marty Meshek - 10 years ago
Very well thought out.  Thanks for the inspiration!
daris357
daris357 - 10 years ago
I just bought this yak and wanted some ideas to help with rigging because of its small size 8 ft doesn't give you much to work with but i like being able to slip it into the back of the Yukon instead of putting on the roof. You took the time to make this and I wanted to take the time to thank you for sharing your ideas.
jonathan ramey
jonathan ramey - 10 years ago
Well happy fishing brother.
jonathan ramey
jonathan ramey - 10 years ago
I have to say your video was so nicely put together. The first instant I saw your boat in the first part of the video I was thinking, this guy has too much stuff on his kayak! But after just a few moments of you talking and explaining everything I was impressed. I was especially impressed by your adapting and scrounging trash items to make most of the stuff you have. On a budget but so well thought out. On the cheap but well designed. I think your kayak is so inspirational I am thinking about what I can do to my kayak.
It is easy to go buy a hobie fishing kayak ( not cheap, but easy) You have done amazing things for a fraction of the cost.
I bought my tandem kayak for 100 at a used marine parts store here in key largo, fl. It is a sit in kayak. I have 2 kids under 3 that go with me sometimes. It already has two seats that are mounted on rails inside the boat but I find them wet and not as comfy as I need. So my quest is to find a better seat, possibly one that allows air under my rear so I do not get so soggy if you know what I mean. So if you or anyone reading this comment can suggest anything please feel free.
In conclusion, I appreciate the fact that you say you are giving back, what a nice gesture and you expelling so anyone can understand.
Good fishing! Jonathan
zoffinger
zoffinger - 10 years ago
Thanks, Jonathan. It really does work REALLY well. Though it looks like the USS Enterprise with those pontoons, I've always been more of a Star Wars guy and compare it to the Millenium Falcon. Like Han Solo said, "She may not look like much, but she's got it where it counts"  Haha.
I made a video showing my kayak seat modification. I wanted to keep my backside dryer too. 
My cheap homemade kayak seat
Matthews904
Matthews904 - 10 years ago
Thanks for taking the time to make this video! I find it to be very detailed and easy to watch. 
Carl Stephans
Carl Stephans - 10 years ago
AWESOME. McGiver Jr. Lots of great ideas. Thanks,
randy2961
randy2961 - 10 years ago
Thanks for showing what you did very helpful! I  learned a lot. I'm a first time yaker just got one today!
randy2961
randy2961 - 10 years ago
Nice great job!!!
Peter Costello
Peter Costello - 10 years ago
Awesome video man. Thanks for sharing. 1st addition I'm going to rock is the anchor rigging. Too cool.
Jason Bouchard
Jason Bouchard - 10 years ago
That is awesome! Love it!
Bob Outdoorz
Bob Outdoorz - 10 years ago
Awesome my friend... Thanks for sharing
Jeff Blaine
Jeff Blaine - 10 years ago
This is frigging epic.
Eltons John
Eltons John - 10 years ago
Brilliant stuff...thanks for the video.
T Stewy
T Stewy - 10 years ago
Awsome Innovation, You have some great Ideas and seem to keep it simple. Great work.
Eddie Spickard
Eddie Spickard - 10 years ago
Very creative. Nicely done video too.
Robert LaCava
Robert LaCava - 10 years ago
hey i was just wondering what is your name and what city do you live in i am going to florida in a couple of days and was wondering what a good spot to fish is?
Paul Antenucci
Paul Antenucci - 10 years ago
This is awesome man!!!! Good work!!
Cameron Arnold
Cameron Arnold - 10 years ago
Where In Florida ?
Perry Bell
Perry Bell - 10 years ago
Man you just think you are a poor man, you are awesome, All that work you have done is worth a squwilien in knowledge thank you for posting...
HunsValley
HunsValley - 10 years ago
 The Kon Tiki reference? I read the book a few years ago. I still wouldn't drink salt water though....lol
Nick Stones
Nick Stones - 10 years ago
Awesome!
Mitchell Mcateer
Mitchell Mcateer - 10 years ago
Man i love the yak im just now starting to get into yak fishing i live in tuscaloosa Alabama . But i love the videos keep posting them and i need some good tips on yak fishing if u dont mind hit me up on fb
Dalton Decaprio
Dalton Decaprio - 10 years ago
damn man this set up is dope. you're crafty af!
SARGE3439
SARGE3439 - 10 years ago
Fantastic.
Charsept
Charsept - 10 years ago
that redfish maximum makes me so sad, haha
never been so disappointed to catch a big fish
Mark Corbelli
Mark Corbelli - 10 years ago
Can you tell me how you attached the rudder assembly to the kayak? It looks like a shower curtain flange painted black.
bassmember876
bassmember876 - 10 years ago
+zoffinger
 hey i just got this kayak in a lime green color how do u put in your rod holders
Mark Corbelli
Mark Corbelli - 10 years ago
+zoffinger Yes, $224 at Cabela's, used the free shipping code which saved $18.95 but still had to pay the $18.00 surcharge for large item. Used Discover for an extra 5% off and no sales tax. Can't wait till it arrives! 
zoffinger
zoffinger - 10 years ago
+Mark Corbelli Thanks, Mark. I just found this kayak for $250 w/free delivery online. I almost bought a new one because of all the scratches mine has on the bottom. 
Mark Corbelli
Mark Corbelli - 10 years ago
NM. Saw on down the comments where they are galvanized floor flanges. BTW I bought this exact yak just because of your video. You should become a paid spokesperson for the company!
bandit5991
bandit5991 - 10 years ago
A very productive  video ,gave me some very good ideas for doing my kayak to a standard
Windlass123
Windlass123 - 10 years ago
Nice rig, mate ...!!!  Innovative and practical.
Mark Corbelli
Mark Corbelli - 10 years ago
Great video. I have successfully used liquid laundry detergent bottles filled with gravel as anchors. Tie the rope through the handle. This way if the anchor gets stuck under rocks and isn't retrievable you can cut the rope and you really haven't lost anything. 
Frankscall
Frankscall - 10 years ago
I am truly amazed at your ingenuity. I would greatly appreciate a step by step rundown on the making of your movable skegg. Please contact me at my email address. I am storing my 14ft. Malibu xfactor on a wall rack (bottom of boat facing out) Will skegg be a problem
Richard Wheatley
Richard Wheatley - 10 years ago
learned a lot i am a broke fisherman and this gave me a few ideas when i buy my kayak this upcoming summer. 
Marti Thew
Marti Thew - 11 years ago
What kind of pants are you wearing in this video? I need to keep Walter as dry as possible so he doesn't have another infection and these pants seem water resistant. Thanks, Marty.
Marti Thew
Marti Thew - 10 years ago
Thanks, Marty. I have some nice camo waders from back when I used to go gold panning in Colorado. Nothing is quite as much of a fashion statement as an old woman in camo waders. Looks especially good with my purple tie dye shirt. Lol
zoffinger
zoffinger - 10 years ago
I got my water resistant pair of pants at Sports Authority I think. Waders are probably your best bet though. Too pricey for me, though.
TheOnion12
TheOnion12 - 11 years ago
I like that anchor trolley.  Wouldn't it be wise to add a knot to the end of the anchor line so it can't slide all the way through that ring?  Say if the anchor slides into some deeper water before you can tie it onto the cleat.  The line would run through the ring until it hit that knot.
JayBe Truckin
JayBe Truckin - 11 years ago
This video goes to show I don't need to spend top $ to have an awesome custome kayak. Thanks! Thumps up
theJACKguide
theJACKguide - 11 years ago
Awesome video mate… I have the same kayak and am now totally inspired… thanks for some simple but damn effective advice!!! great stuff… definitely given' back! Cheers.
Oeer33
Oeer33 - 11 years ago
Awesome Ingenuity !!! Thanks for the tips 
TheAlbyzoe
TheAlbyzoe - 11 years ago
Awesome vid bro, thanks for sharing.
MrZhefish
MrZhefish - 11 years ago
try reaching easter island with it! xD
danny kim
danny kim - 11 years ago
Very inspiring.
Dewald Jooste
Dewald Jooste - 11 years ago
Fantastic video ! Great work and thanks for sharing.
zoffinger
zoffinger - 11 years ago
I've got lots of how to's on my channel. The one you want is called, 'Coleman Light for my Kayak'.
Daryl Readman
Daryl Readman - 11 years ago
You are a genius!!! I am sure you could build your own kayak as well...incredible job!!!
Jordan Moore
Jordan Moore - 11 years ago
Very inspiring. Thank you for sharing your work and creativity.
John Lewis
John Lewis - 11 years ago
very cool video man, you have quite the rig there! Had mine out for 6 hours today, now I just wanna go back out!
taydis1717
taydis1717 - 11 years ago
:)
Dr. Victor Michaels
Dr. Victor Michaels - 11 years ago
Thanks, is the best video made of its kind. God Bless You and keep you safe out there. "By the Way, Im from Homestead FL.... Maybe we can meet out there some day..
The angry salmon
The angry salmon - 11 years ago
Welldone :D ive just bought a sit on top ocean kayak 3 days ago and will be moding it for fishing :) you have helped :D thank you
Lorenzo Gonzalez
Lorenzo Gonzalez - 11 years ago
Where's the DVD player? Just kiddin'. But seriously, it's like a little floating Man Cave. Awesome job, thanks for sharing all the info. Can't wait to pimp out my kayak for fishing!
Northridge Outdoors
Northridge Outdoors - 11 years ago
Hey man, very nice rig. Great video. I received inspiration from your video as I was working on my own poor man's kayak. Just posted a video about it on my channel, if you'd like to see. Thanks again for sharing!
grjsb13
grjsb13 - 11 years ago
Very nice. I would love to just build one. Looks like tons of fun!!
TheXecutioner09
TheXecutioner09 - 11 years ago
Really great vid for us who can't afford expensive attachments for our Kayaks...thanks
Jamie McDonald
Jamie McDonald - 11 years ago
Interesting and innovative. The rudder idea I'll slightly modify but brilliant.
Ty Sommer
Ty Sommer - 11 years ago
Awesome video! I'm working on one myself right now. How is the 10-pound flat weight anchor working for you? Does it work well to keep you anchored?
Kris Sray
Kris Sray - 11 years ago
What an incredible video... truly inspiring. Well done.
BillyBob Charters
BillyBob Charters - 11 years ago
Your a genius!!!
BillyBob Charters
BillyBob Charters - 11 years ago
Where did u get your reflective tape??
BillyBob Charters
BillyBob Charters - 11 years ago
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LadyDouggler
LadyDouggler - 11 years ago
Fish on, you MacGyver of kayaking! Really awesome work!
Nikki Crossen
Nikki Crossen - 11 years ago
Dude, you are the most imaginative man ive seen on here to date. I loved everything you've done and now I have some great ideas to add to my own! Thanks Soooo Much for posting your videos!!!!
Marti Thew
Marti Thew - 11 years ago
You are genius. I love to build and invent...repurposed stuff...and could probably have designed this, given about five years. Lol. You've saved me a boatload of time. Need to outfit a kayak for my hubby in kind of a hurry...racing cancer and want him to get out and enjoy fishing as much as possible. Looks like you're near us in Florida. We fish the Indian River Lagoon in the Melbourne area. Thanks again SOOO much for sharing what I know took you months, if not years, to accomplish.
Darkhorse Saloon
Darkhorse Saloon - 11 years ago
Inspiration!!!
9StickNate
9StickNate - 11 years ago
Awesome Video! You're very resourceful.
Chris Lang
Chris Lang - 11 years ago
Really great video. It may be a poor man's kayak, but the thought that went into all the details are priceless. Thanks for sharing.
T2H Instructionals
T2H Instructionals - 11 years ago
Your thought process is amazing, you should be part of a research and development group.
T2H Instructionals
T2H Instructionals - 11 years ago
You could add stabilizers to the boat if it was needed.
T2H Instructionals
T2H Instructionals - 11 years ago
Dude you should be designing your own fishing boats and selling them man. You really put some good thought into this, nice set up man.
end less
end less - 11 years ago
from malaysian abu garcia fishing club....i thank you and job well done bro.really thumbs UP!!!
lostinthewoods357
lostinthewoods357 - 11 years ago
Awesome! Thanks for sharing!
alfriedar
alfriedar - 11 years ago
very neatly done and great job.. very very nice..
99%animal Angel bello
99%animal Angel bello - 11 years ago
Really nice man!!!!
alan shaughnessy
alan shaughnessy - 11 years ago
pretty Awesome setup only thing that worried me if I were you was the cooler and how high it is for a sit on top
FLsheepdog1
FLsheepdog1 - 11 years ago
AW-SOME! Love the inventive mod's. What's next? How about a side car/ pontoon to bring a freind or to mount a BBQ, and maybe a camper top. You can stay out til the food runs out! :-)
P M
P M - 11 years ago
You mean Nikola Tesla.
Pyjack
Pyjack - 11 years ago
Thanks for making this video, I found a lot of useful info and got a lot of great ideas!
6koko3
6koko3 - 11 years ago
Gracias por compartir con todos tus conociientos y experiencias. Saludos.
fishlovr1
fishlovr1 - 11 years ago
I love that setup... Great job.
Fisher
Fisher - 11 years ago
your vid gave me ideas I hope to impliment my own 'yak
Sudsanbuds
Sudsanbuds - 11 years ago
awesome... I just bought a "Fishing Kayak" paid more for it because .. it was "Fishing Kayak" ... you rock
meza72
meza72 - 11 years ago
Awesome setup, very well thought out.

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