You've come such a long way since "Poor Man's Kayak" and I'm really happy for you. But I sure miss your fishing vids. Maybe you could do more of them as time goes bye.You're such an inspiration.
I found one of your vids a few months back.I really enjoyed it.I live on Treasure Island so I fish almost every day.Im in the market for a kayak.I wade fish but watching your vids has got me itchin to kayak fish.Keep up the good work.I feel that a lot of people enjoy your posts.Thanks brother.
Wow Marty!!! What can I say? Your videos, your tips and tricks on your old yak, your inspiration to finally get a kayak. And especially your shout out. I'm just flabbergasted. :-) I'm like several of the rest. I get home and see you've got a new video up, I gotta watch it! Thanks Buddy!
My husband and I love your video's and hope you keep them coming. You give lots of great info for all of us to try. This spring we are getting Kayak's and a small boat and plan on using some of your idea's on both. Thanks so much for sharing =)
Hey Marty. Thanks for the shout out brother. You and your viewers need to know that no matter what date and at what time you post a video, I will drop everything I am doing, to make some time to view your many ventures. Tight Lines, Much Health & Screaming Drags 2U my friend!
I hope you will see this comment you are now my favorite UA-camr and the only UA-camr that if I see that you have posted a new video because of a notifications that I will stop what I am doing and go watch your video! Also I wanted to let you know that I live in Tampa Florida very close to were most of your videos that are in Coach roach bay I fish with my dad all the time! Keep up the great work and good luck fishing! Sincerely Clay O 12 years old
Hey Marty, I just wanted to let you know that this video was the final nail in the coffin for my decision to buy my first kayak. I picked up one last night after work and am taking it out fishing and camping this weekend. Keep up the good videos man.
Hi,marty ,as always,cant wait till you post your new adventures,I wasnt to far from that area just came back from vacation in bayshore area,catching a lot of jack ,and keeper flouder,yak fishing is great in the bays,truck d mine all the way from ohio,,yea ha!
Marty, your videos are always entertaining. I just got back from 5 hours of fishing. Even though I loaded up your video might have brought an even bigger smile
So I'm working at the firehouse today and started watching more of your videos. Can't wait to get down there. 4 more years then hello Florida . Getting ready to buy my first and hopefully last hobie kayak outback and live the dream. Keep it coming. You always have great videos.
WOW! Thanks for the shout-out Marty! I feel like a rock star man. Too cool.... Definitely a cool video. I too have been trying some new areas and fishing techniques lately. Some with good results, some mediocre, and others, well, just glad I'm out on the water sometimes! Haha! Thanks again man. Can't wipe the grin off my ugly mug right now!
Thanks man. We are pretty serious about our fun here! Haha! Any time you should find yourself up this way hit me up. Would love to hit the waterway with a guru such as yourself. And thanks for always taking time out of your schedule to answer questions, give advice and generally just be a cool dude to those that look forward to your vids and adventures!
Great video as always. I was at work when I got the ping that said you posted and couldn't wait long enough to get home so I sat in the parking lot at work and watched it before I left. Keep them coming. My son and I will be in that same area in the morning going to be fishing Tarpon key from our kayaks hope to do well. Thanks again for introducing me to the world of youtube.
I really dig your videos Zoffinger. I started watching them a few months ago when I started looking into kayaks for myself and now I've seen them all. I'm hoping to get my kayak in the next couple months so I can follow your lead and start fishing a lot more. Keep the faith.
Thanx for the video. Its cold, and raining here in Atlanta Feb 25, 2015. Watching your video made me long for spring, as well as quenched my fishing jones in a visceral way! Oh, good video quality and excellent taste in your musical selection!
Been watching your videos for a few months now. Gotta say you do a superb job! I like watching your videos because its similar fishing to what I like to do. I fish from Homosassa to Yankeetown north of your area.
Love the simplicity of your videos Marty! I need to invest in one of those kayak holders you had on your trailer hitch, one of those things you wish you would've thought of!
Interesting, my son and I were fishing near the bridge three weeks ago. And made the drive over the bridge as you did. Fished there one morning while we were there from Houston. Texas, Our nearby bay water color is not as clear as yours but hold about the same fish.
Hey Marty, always love your videos. Got up this morning and it's 43 degrees, so we'll only have a couple weeks left before the fish are gone from my bay up here. Your videos get me through the winter. Keep em coming!
Just started watching your videos, they're awesome! I kayak up here onLong Island for Striped Bass, Bluefish & Fluke, there's nothing like catching fish on a yak! The water's getting warmer up here in a few weeks I'll be wetting a line! Keep the videos coming!!!!
Another awesome video. I grew up in Tampa and lived in many different areas. Now im in N. Palm and its really nice over here. I have to say Florida is the ultimate state to fish in. Hard as it is to believe though, I have never fished under the skyway. I noticed that u go after Reds a lot and i have never caught bigger Reds anywhere like off the Gandy. Thank u and keep on makin those great videos man!!!!
Excellent video! I accidentally found your channel but I'm glad that I did. I have a Hobie Pro Angler but haven't launched it because none of the other yakkers that I kayak with have peddle kayaks. But now I don't care I'm going to launch her and fish the waters around Florida. Maybe they will upgrade!
Way to hang in there until you got dinner. True fisherman never quit. That's my local fishing spot too. Love the fish character voices. Nice video. Keep it up.
Nice peaceful trip, real fishing and good narration. You have a good voice and style that brings people along with you. "We" didn't catch a lot but it was the real thing. Let's try again. Oh yeah, I was happy to hear you say "you have to know your limits". When you got that kayak I was a little worried that you might go out farther than was wise since you had that mirage drive. I saw a video of that exact kayak flip over in an instant. The guy got caught in a fast moving squall during a nice day, caught a wave from behind and flipped. Lost all his gear.
I enjoyed watching. I've been wanting to take my hobie down there for awhile. Looks like you found a great spot to put in. Your catches that day are a lot like mine most of the time: pinfish, catfish, ladyfish. All you needed to round out the garbage slam was a lizard fish! At least you went home with a nice trout! Thanks for sharing your experience!! Looking forward to seeing more.
Hey Marty, I have a FeelFree Moken 12.5 and haul it around in a short bed pickup. I use a bed extender just like you use and it's perfect for me. It would be quite difficult to get a big yak up on the tall rack. Enjoy all your videos, keep them coming!
Great video, though no big fishes:)) I love your videos! One of the great things about your videos is that you're teaching people everything about fishing and kayaking... . Like how to hook baits, where the spots certain fishes you will catch are...... . I have just bought a kayak and going to explore kayak fishing. I have already learnt a lot from watching your kayak fishing... . Besides, it's very relaxing videos...... . Thank you so much!!!
The rock piles by the bridge hold a bunch of small and a few keeper mangroves and the occasional behemoth grouper, but usually you have to fight for a spot out there on weekends. Fishing around the Skyway is never a bad day.
I just started watching your videos and am already hooked. Am from pinellas park and i go to the skyway fishing pier alot so i really liked this video and all the other videos you. Keep making all these cool fishing videos cause i love them
Dude, excited to see you getting into your new business! Love your channel - watched for years. Just recently resubscribed with a new account. Glad to see you goin strong. Never quit. This channel is real, hands-on, and fresh! Keep at it!
I love your videos. I find them so relaxing, I also like in the st Pete area and love fishing. The kayak looks fun! You're an awesome youtuber maybe I'll see ya sometime!
I spent a lot of time kayak fishing down by the skyway. I learned that there are a lot of lady fish cat fish blue fish and jacks. Only game that hang around are the trout. I don't go there anymore haha!
Hey Marty, another super vid. The info you give is priceless. Someday (if I ever get away from Edgewater) I hope we can get together. I've got the first round.
Marti, that is so cool. I love fishing the Kayak in the Kitchen area. I have always wanted to tackle the skyway, but never have. Your videos are always inspiring, and I alway try to guess where you are precisely. Keep up the awesome work!
Samson! Did you change your channel name? You're gonna get a shout out soon, my friend. I really like those blown glass tikis you sent! Thanks again :^)
Hey Marty I don't know if you have felt these few cold days in Tampa, but I believe the Sheepsheads and Red's are out caught a couple of small Reds and Sheepsheads so you may want to get out to the bridges and try your luck.
ahhhh, i didnt know those launch spots were there.....ive put in by the parking area/rock wall as soon as you get to the southside rest stop.....its a nice lil paddle to Miguel Bay
Really nice video! I love the production value with the voice over, creative shots, and music. It all comes together really well. BTW, I liked and subscribed.
Hey man, nice video. I've been watching your videos since the early days with the craigslist kayak. I'm from the north but I do a-lot of kayak fishing myself and really enjoy it. Thanks for all the effort.
wow you made my blood pressure go down 20 points. I cant believe how relaxing fishing can be. Been trying to move out to clearwater for the last 10 years but could not find an IT job that pays good enough in the area. ahh one day..
Marty, you should put your kayak photos on Pinterest, it might help grow your channel even more. The thumbnail photo with the bridge in the background with the crane next to the kayak is a money shot.
There is a small channel in width right near where you launched ( about 25 feet away and 60 feet out) that has drops from 3 feet deep to near 12 feet (ledge). You should see it on your finder easy. For what ever reason, I have been landing Lane Snapper here if you want to give it a go.
I used to DESTROY mangrove snapper, Sheepshead and even Hogfish under the main supports of that bridge. It's surrounded in massive rocks that have large natural caves. And near one of those support is a very large found Boulder that holds all kind of fish. Not sure if the rules have changes as far as getting close to that area, but the main supports is insanely fishy. I have got 3+lb Snapper off it to the limit I can harvest.
I love your videos zoffinger keep up the good work!!!! And have you ever tried going deep sea fishing for grouper and big stuff on the boat I love the boat videos it would be a great video!!!
Awesome vid bro very entertaining as all of them are and you them gafftop catfish or sailcats as some people call them they are actually pretty good eating you should try it and let me know what you think. Keep up the good work and as always Tight lines
I trying to decide between the 12 or 14. Keep in mind, i'm 59 year old female with a bad back. But I sure wouldn't mind the extra room on the water. I can't wait to kayak on the water.
Hey Marty. next time you go to the Skyway try going on the right side of the first little bridge after you get off just a little farther from where you were this time. there are some grass flats that hold monster trout and if you're lucky some mackerel and red fish. what area do you go to in cockroach Bay by the way
You've come such a long way since "Poor Man's Kayak" and I'm really happy for you. But I sure miss your fishing vids. Maybe you could do more of them as time goes bye.You're such an inspiration.
Hi there Marty, I watch over and over your videos. Never boring, always good advice and experience. Thanks for the dedication
Marty, Your videos are simply the best! Great videography, crisp clean audio, simply perfect.
Thanks, Ken
Home. I've lived and fished on the gulf coast my whole life. To me, there is no better place. Great video, thanks.
I found one of your vids a few months back.I really enjoyed it.I live on Treasure Island so I fish almost every day.Im in the market for a kayak.I wade fish but watching your vids has got me itchin to kayak fish.Keep up the good work.I feel that a lot of people enjoy your posts.Thanks brother.
Wow Marty!!! What can I say? Your videos, your tips and tricks on your old yak, your inspiration to finally get a kayak. And especially your shout out. I'm just flabbergasted. :-) I'm like several of the rest. I get home and see you've got a new video up, I gotta watch it! Thanks Buddy!
Another great video! Thanks for posting your videos.
Beautiful day and beautiful place!
Love these videos, they are inspiration to all anglers and works of art!
My husband and I love your video's and hope you keep them coming. You give lots of great info for all of us to try. This spring we are getting Kayak's and a small boat and plan on using some of your idea's on both. Thanks so much for sharing =)
Hey Marty. Thanks for the shout out brother. You and your viewers need to know that no matter what date and at what time you post a video, I will drop everything I am doing, to make some time to view your many ventures. Tight Lines, Much Health & Screaming Drags 2U my friend!
You seem like a good guy, Frank. Worthy of the shout. Not just because you catch those monster fish! ;^)
I hope you will see this comment you are now my favorite UA-camr and the only UA-camr that if I see that you have posted a new video because of a notifications that I will stop what I am doing and go watch your video! Also I wanted to let you know that I live in Tampa Florida very close to were most of your videos that are in Coach roach bay I fish with my dad all the time! Keep up the great work and good luck fishing!
Sincerely Clay O 12 years old
Clay Odiorne Thanks, Clay :^)
+zoffinger what type of fish was that at 7:59??
Pinfish
Hey Marty,
I just wanted to let you know that this video was the final nail in the coffin for my decision to buy my first kayak. I picked up one last night after work and am taking it out fishing and camping this weekend. Keep up the good videos man.
Hi,marty ,as always,cant wait till you post your new adventures,I wasnt to far from that area just came back from vacation in bayshore area,catching a lot of jack ,and keeper flouder,yak fishing is great in the bays,truck d mine all the way from ohio,,yea ha!
The talking fish routine...classic man. Kudos neighbor, I'll be out in the same spot tomorrow in my blue camo yak.
Marty, your videos are always entertaining. I just got back from 5 hours of fishing. Even though I loaded up your video might have brought an even bigger smile
I always hate leaving, but reason always prevails! Great video...nice dinner fish!
So I'm working at the firehouse today and started watching more of your videos. Can't wait to get down there. 4 more years then hello Florida . Getting ready to buy my first and hopefully last hobie kayak outback and live the dream. Keep it coming. You always have great videos.
Rick George Thank you, Rick. Good luck with the kayak!
WOW! Thanks for the shout-out Marty! I feel like a rock star man. Too cool....
Definitely a cool video. I too have been trying some new areas and fishing techniques lately. Some with good results, some mediocre, and others, well, just glad I'm out on the water sometimes! Haha! Thanks again man. Can't wipe the grin off my ugly mug right now!
What can I say? You seem like the type a guy I'd like to fish with.
Thanks man. We are pretty serious about our fun here! Haha! Any time you should find yourself up this way hit me up. Would love to hit the waterway with a guru such as yourself.
And thanks for always taking time out of your schedule to answer questions, give advice and generally just be a cool dude to those that look forward to your vids and adventures!
Nice. I love the Skyway. Great photo. That great blue heron was hoping to find and steal some fish in your boat.
Loved the bird picture and your video quality is awesome!
Every time I watch one of your videos I really start to miss living in St. Petersburg and fishing all the flats
Great videos as always... Thanks Marty..
the fish said please dont invite me for dinner your voice is very relaxing love it
Great video as always. I was at work when I got the ping that said you posted and couldn't wait long enough to get home so I sat in the parking lot at work and watched it before I left. Keep them coming. My son and I will be in that same area in the morning going to be fishing Tarpon key from our kayaks hope to do well. Thanks again for introducing me to the world of youtube.
I really dig your videos Zoffinger. I started watching them a few months ago when I started looking into kayaks for myself and now I've seen them all. I'm hoping to get my kayak in the next couple months so I can follow your lead and start fishing a lot more. Keep the faith.
Great video! nice pictures too! Keep up the great vids.
Thanx for the video. Its cold, and raining here in Atlanta Feb 25, 2015. Watching your video made me long for spring, as well as quenched my fishing jones in a visceral way!
Oh, good video quality and excellent taste in your musical selection!
Great video and great narration.
Marty, I love all your videos. Keep it up.
Been watching your videos for a few months now. Gotta say you do a superb job! I like watching your videos because its similar fishing to what I like to do. I fish from Homosassa to Yankeetown north of your area.
Love the simplicity of your videos Marty! I need to invest in one of those kayak holders you had on your trailer hitch, one of those things you wish you would've thought of!
Good one...watching your videos is like taking a vacation!
love what your doing and your approach on fishing.... keep it up !!! #tightlines #kayaklife
Interesting, my son and I were fishing near the bridge three weeks ago. And made the drive over the bridge as you did. Fished there one morning while we were there from Houston. Texas, Our nearby bay water color is not as clear as yours but hold about the same fish.
Hey Marty, always love your videos. Got up this morning and it's 43 degrees, so we'll only have a couple weeks left before the fish are gone from my bay up here. Your videos get me through the winter. Keep em coming!
I love your videos man! The time and quality you put into them show. Keep it up friend!
Another nice video, fun to watch.
Nice day on the water...we learned that it might be smart to hide from the wind ;o) I enjoyed your story and the details in your videography.
Great video brother, always love watching your stuff. the heron on perched on the yak was awesome.. hey, give catfish a chance.. good eatin!
Just started watching your videos, they're awesome! I kayak up here onLong Island for Striped Bass, Bluefish & Fluke, there's nothing like catching fish on a yak! The water's getting warmer up here in a few weeks I'll be wetting a line!
Keep the videos coming!!!!
william graf Thanks. William. I wish I had owned a kayak back when I lived in Brooklyn. Tight lines, buddy
love that little grouper looks awesome
Another awesome video. I grew up in Tampa and lived in many different areas. Now im in N. Palm and its really nice over here. I have to say Florida is the ultimate state to fish in. Hard as it is to believe though, I have never fished under the skyway. I noticed that u go after Reds a lot and i have never caught bigger Reds anywhere like off the Gandy. Thank u and keep on makin those great videos man!!!!
Excellent video! I accidentally found your channel but I'm glad that I did. I have a Hobie Pro Angler but haven't launched it because none of the other yakkers that I kayak with have peddle kayaks. But now I don't care I'm going to launch her and fish the waters around Florida. Maybe they will upgrade!
Way to hang in there until you got dinner. True fisherman never quit. That's my local fishing spot too. Love the fish character voices. Nice video. Keep it up.
Love your vids zoffinger! Your viedos are just astonishing, great job! Keep up!
beautiful video marty, as always...
Great place to fish, I fish there pretty much every weekend I can. Great video man! Gets a thumbs up from me.
beautiful video Marty!
Nice peaceful trip, real fishing and good narration. You have a good voice and style that brings people along with you. "We" didn't catch a lot but it was the real thing. Let's try again. Oh yeah, I was happy to hear you say "you have to know your limits". When you got that kayak I was a little worried that you might go out farther than was wise since you had that mirage drive. I saw a video of that exact kayak flip over in an instant. The guy got caught in a fast moving squall during a nice day, caught a wave from behind and flipped. Lost all his gear.
cool video, ive never done kayaking looks like fun,looks like im gonna look into it. thank you
I enjoyed watching. I've been wanting to take my hobie down there for awhile. Looks like you found a great spot to put in. Your catches that day are a lot like mine most of the time: pinfish, catfish, ladyfish. All you needed to round out the garbage slam was a lizard fish! At least you went home with a nice trout! Thanks for sharing your experience!! Looking forward to seeing more.
Great Vid. its a pleasure to see your vids... the best from Portugal...
Hey Marty, I have a FeelFree Moken 12.5 and haul it around in a short bed pickup. I use a bed extender just like you use and it's perfect for me. It would be quite difficult to get a big yak up on the tall rack. Enjoy all your videos, keep them coming!
very nice photo of your kayak and the bird.
Great video, though no big fishes:)) I love your videos! One of the great things about your videos is that you're teaching people everything about fishing and kayaking... . Like how to hook baits, where the spots certain fishes you will catch are...... . I have just bought a kayak and going to explore kayak fishing. I have already learnt a lot from watching your kayak fishing... . Besides, it's very relaxing videos...... . Thank you so much!!!
Thanks for the kind words :^)
+zoffinger have you ever had the camera that you put under water fall off?
The rock piles by the bridge hold a bunch of small and a few keeper mangroves and the occasional behemoth grouper, but usually you have to fight for a spot out there on weekends. Fishing around the Skyway is never a bad day.
I just started watching your videos and am already hooked. Am from pinellas park and i go to the skyway fishing pier alot so i really liked this video and all the other videos you. Keep making all these
cool fishing videos cause i love them
Thank you, Nick :)
Nice video, the trip there was maybe a bit long, but once you're in the water I dug it!
Dude, excited to see you getting into your new business! Love your channel - watched for years. Just recently resubscribed with a new account. Glad to see you goin strong. Never quit. This channel is real, hands-on, and fresh! Keep at it!
I love your videos. I find them so relaxing, I also like in the st Pete area and love fishing. The kayak looks fun! You're an awesome youtuber maybe I'll see ya sometime!
I run my "yack"on Vancouver Island Canada...am trying to get some fishing done but is still too cold. ..
like your footage -good fun
you make me wanna record me trout fishing in the mountains of north Georgia. love the vids keep it up
Thank you for the advice on the kite. I never thought of that before, huh. You gave me something to really think about. I think I just might try it.
Nice music, sunny day, fishing what's not to like.
I think this is your best video yet . Love them all tho thanks for sharing
Take two Zoffinger fishing videos before bed for a good night's sleep, thanks
The Handmade Fisherman Hahaha, straight up
I spent a lot of time kayak fishing down by the skyway. I learned that there are a lot of lady fish cat fish blue fish and jacks. Only game that hang around are the trout. I don't go there anymore haha!
nice movie and relaxing sound
Cheers from Portugal
Nice video Marty!! Just alittle somethin different than Cockroach Bay... I liked the scenery... Might have to take road trip up there myself!!
Hey Marty, another super vid. The info you give is priceless. Someday (if I ever get away from Edgewater) I hope we can get together. I've got the first round.
Nice picture shots with the Heron!
Marti, that is so cool. I love fishing the Kayak in the Kitchen area. I have always wanted to tackle the skyway, but never have. Your videos are always inspiring, and I alway try to guess where you are precisely. Keep up the awesome work!
Learned how to correctly hook the shrimp on the horn, awesome! Another great Vid Z, peace buddy. Samson
Samson! Did you change your channel name? You're gonna get a shout out soon, my friend. I really like those blown glass tikis you sent! Thanks again :^)
Thought it a great waybto show appreciation for your time. Love the channel.
That looks like a fun place to fish!
You are quick on the hook set wow!
Hey Marty I don't know if you have felt these few cold days in Tampa, but I believe the Sheepsheads and Red's are out caught a couple of small Reds and Sheepsheads so you may want to get out to the bridges and try your luck.
ahhhh, i didnt know those launch spots were there.....ive put in by the parking area/rock wall as soon as you get to the southside rest stop.....its a nice lil paddle to Miguel Bay
Really nice video! I love the production value with the voice over, creative shots, and music. It all comes together really well. BTW, I liked and subscribed.
That gas station in the beginning is down the street from my home lol. I fish skyway alot, I prefer the south side for yakking. Great video...
There's a cool bridge like that in Maryland too. Lots of croaker hang around the pylons.
Hey man, nice video. I've been watching your videos since the early days with the craigslist kayak. I'm from the north but I do a-lot of kayak fishing myself and really enjoy it. Thanks for all the effort.
workingclasswoodsman I appreciate that. Thanks for the comment.
The pin fish you catch is what I always catch and use for bait when I'm fishing for small shark
ha ha..EPIC VIDEO...thanks for sharing.
Great video as always. I didn't know you were a puppeteer too. hah
More skyway footage . Im liking it
Nice video. You know you have been on the water too long when you start using the fish as puppets! LOL
wow you made my blood pressure go down 20 points. I cant believe how relaxing fishing can be. Been trying to move out to clearwater for the last 10 years but could not find an IT job that pays good enough in the area. ahh one day..
Marty, you should put your kayak photos on Pinterest, it might help grow your channel even more. The thumbnail photo with the bridge in the background with the crane next to the kayak is a money shot.
There is a small channel in width right near where you launched ( about 25 feet away and 60 feet out) that has drops from 3 feet deep to near 12 feet (ledge). You should see it on your finder easy. For what ever reason, I have been landing Lane Snapper here if you want to give it a go.
I used to DESTROY mangrove snapper, Sheepshead and even Hogfish under the main supports of that bridge. It's surrounded in massive rocks that have large natural caves. And near one of those support is a very large found Boulder that holds all kind of fish. Not sure if the rules have changes as far as getting close to that area, but the main supports is insanely fishy. I have got 3+lb Snapper off it to the limit I can harvest.
nice video man, I'm a kayak fisherman too but never get a big fish like you...haha, btw, I like your new kayak much!
I love your videos zoffinger keep up the good work!!!! And have you ever tried going deep sea fishing for grouper and big stuff on the boat I love the boat videos it would be a great video!!!
Awesome vid bro very entertaining as all of them are and you them gafftop catfish or sailcats as some people call them they are actually pretty good eating you should try it and let me know what you think. Keep up the good work and as always Tight lines
I really like your video's. I always learn something- more line will hold an anchor better? who knew!
I trying to decide between the 12 or 14. Keep in mind, i'm 59 year old female with a bad back. But I sure wouldn't mind the extra room on the water. I can't wait to kayak on the water.
I love ur videos and they all ways put a smile on my face and what reel and rod to u prefer the most for kayak fishing
Great vid !
I've been to that launch spot! So cool
Hey Marty. next time you go to the Skyway try going on the right side of the first little bridge after you get off just a little farther from where you were this time. there are some grass flats that hold monster trout and if you're lucky some mackerel and red fish. what area do you go to in cockroach Bay by the way