This just goes to show what a person who works with his hands with an ingenious mind can do. Great videos, you have inspired me to do some work on my boat !
70 yr. old Canadian bush guy here . Loved your video . Young guy with imagination . I will try some of your ideas .O , ya , getting my first yak this spring . You have a great presentation voice and appreciate your V family out here. thanks. Bruce
Thanks JJ. As is, this little yak is comfortable for me like an old pair of jeans. I love it. And it fits in the back of my little Ranger pickup with no effort. I've taken it out 7 miles to a barrier island and spent the night. Once at the ramp, I can get it on the water in half the time of the guys with bigger yaks. It's my Millennium Falcon. 'She may not look like much, but she's got it where it counts'
I think you're right, Nate. I would probably really enjoy sailing. But, I'm afraid it would get in the way of fishing, what with all the stuff I already bring along with me. Finding a place to stow the rigging, sail and mast on my tiny yak might prove impossible, even for me :) At least, impractical, as I never have far to go before I'm casting a line out. Thanks for watching and for the kind words.
I just found your channel. Man, your vids have refreshed my sense of humanity! I am glad there are others who can and will embrace the "more fun, less money" aspect of fishing, and by the same token, life! Thank you. I am a brand new father, so cash is at a premium. I hope there are some in the new generation (including my son) that take pride in home grown ingenuity! But you inspire us "do-it-your-selfers" to reach new heights! Or at least new casting directions! Thanks again.
I've been toying with the idea of getting a fishing kayak for a few months now and watching your videos has convinced me that it's worth doing. I'd never thought about how adaptable they were and how much they could be customised, you've given me a whole new perspective, thanks for sharing your awesome insights, much respect brother.
The stuff you create is just art man. You take something as simple as a kayak and turn it into this beautiful functional piece of art. Its truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing your art with all of us.
You can see the colored lights through the black paint. Still, a watercraft under oar power (like a canoe or kayak) is only required to have a white light. Even a hand held flashlight would meet the requirements, which makes the nav light superfluous.
I use stainless steel screws to hold the 'eye pads' down. They hold tight, they don't pull out and as long as they're above the water line, they don't leak. Not enough to be noticeable, that is. I have LOTS of holes and spend all day out there all the time without getting any leakage. But some people add a drop of silicone to the bottom of the pads for extra protection .
I work with architectural foam and had some lying around. Try searching for a local shop. Google 'EPS foam and your town's name' Or try large pvc. I have seen some cool designs using pvc. It's available at Home Depot or Lowes and it's much sturdier. Thanks for the comment MrM.
Marty, you're such an inspiration... a great example. I am in FL as well, still somewhat new to kayak fishing. I have a very normal kayak in the very first stages of fishing modification. Thank you for the great ideas. It's particularly inspiring to see you fashion all of these ideas yourself. Well done!
That's an idea I am very proud of. It's real nice when water splashes over the side and quickly vanishes under my cushion! SO much better than a wet butt!
Your an inspiration to on shore anglers like me wanting to get on the water, knowing you inspires this military retired vet that I can eventually get out there on the water, I live in Florida also and fishing from the shore limits me , thanks for everything and keep those videos coming
My wife and I has just started on fishing out of a kayak. I have watched several videos on adding helpful things during on the water. I feel yours has been the most helpful, with some great thought. Thanks for sharing!!!
Your videos are very helpful and you have a fantastic way of presenting them. You know when to talk and when to just show off what you have done. I really enjoy learning from you. Thank you!
All your mods are great for kayakers on a small budget. I am going to make those pontoons this weekend! Your videos are straight to the point, clear, and concise. I know you put a lot of time into them and it really shows!
You diy videos have inspired me to modify my own kayak. It's cheap and fun. I caught some 12 inch Black Crappies on Lake Winnebago (Wisconsin) a couple weeks ago. That was a great time. Every outing helps me decide what is working or not with the kayak modifications. Thanks for the great videos!
I like your style man! Very ingenuitive. I'm the same way. I love seeing things I like and building something that does the same thing for much cheaper.
i enjoyed your upgrades, i can't get enough of what you are doing, i built my kayak out of pvc pipe, i have used many of your ideas, for my setup. Keep it up, you really are inspiring.
Great job on your upgrades! Your Super Spook pontoons are fantastic! I NEVER would have thought of doing it the way you did...simplicity at its finest and great decoration! The new seat bottom is something you need to patent. Even though these are older vids, keep up the good work!
I've watched both of your vids and I have to say that I like your ingenuity! I'm about to get into kayaking in FL myself to do some exploring & fishing. Watching vids like yours have given me more insite to what I can do to my new yak. Thnx and keep it up!
I watched your first video and second video and enjoyed both very much. Your "average joe" approach to problem solving and creativity makes me grin from appreciation. I am currently shopping for "yaks" for me and my son, yes I will be stealing your ideas. Thanks
Another great video. I have been addicted to salt water fishign for a long time, and this winter bought a yak. I have been fitting it out using many of the suggestions i learned from your video. I can 't wait to hit the water as it warms up. Grateful you took the time to teach me something. Best to you!
I have seen so many videos of kayaks in youtube,because you learn a lot,your kayak looks awesome .I just got a aquaterra 14 ft long,sot as well .I hope one day looks as nice as yours.I really appreciate for sharing your video with everybody God bless
Man I'm glad I founds these vids. I recently started looking at kayaks as a way to get in the water and do some fishing. I don't, however want to spend a lot of money on it. You have done a great job showing what you can do with these things without breaking the bank.
My friend, I just know sailing would suit me so well! I know absolutely nothing about the technical parts of it; only that I would be instantly addicted if I ever got a taste, so I have steered away so far because I have so many other things that I am already bad at! ;^)
Just got my first fishing kayak and I'm extremely excited! You're video's are awesome! I'm am now more excited then ever to try out some modifications to mine. Thank you for your videos!
I like your ideas a lot. At first I didn't care for it. Like the first two minutes because I thought you had used ....Well a cheap kayak and cheap additions with pvc. But ... you've taken a lot of time and put a lot of thought into your designs and I really appreciate it. I love this! You have some brilliant ideas. You are amazing! I'm on video 2 and there are even more. Regards!
Great setup you got there , You are very creative with what you have done to your yak , just goes to show with a little thought and some fun in the shed anything is possible welldone mate
Thank you for the video! It was very helpful. After a wake capsized me last week a half mile out from shore, I was looking at ways to make a stabilizer. A lot of waters I couldn't fish because I knew it was going to happen, and it did. I lost a lot of gear and a knife my dad gave me when I was a kid. Can't be replaced. I'm off to Homedepot to grab some pvc now. Thanks a lot , great ideas all!!!
loved what you did with your yak and especially how well you edit and record your videos. I would love to see more clips of you catching fish with your rig. Also thanks for sharing all of your ideas.
I did get a hole in the bottom from scraping it along the sharp rocks where I launch, so I welded new plastic over the split and it's been alright ever since. None of the other mods have adversely affected the structural integrity.
Straight up you've inspired me to get into kayaking. I thought it was going to be excessively expensive, but i know i can get a standard sit on top kayak shell like yours for around 300 bucks (aus), and i know i don't need to spend too much to get an awesome setup going, thanks man, keep up the videos, i can't get enough!
This is very helpful thank you. My husband and I are new yak fishers and you have helped us tremendously. We launch out at weekly & boggy bayou and eventually over by crab island.
I think the rigging and ideas for placement were spot on ! Also really enjoy your yak video , because you worked with what you had and turned it into a very fish able vessel. Glad I caught your post"
Wow! You've got a lot of great ideas implemented in that little yak. Mine is an inflatable Sea Eagle FastTrack, so I can't permanently attach anything to the kayak, but I think I can adapt some of your ideas anyhow. You're very creative. Thanks!
Nice job! I started out on a two seat kayak, then five boats after that. I now have an ocean boat and a canoe for smaller lakes but am thinking of getting a single seat kayak for those days when I don't want to hassle prepping the boat for some inshore fishing. Once again, great stuff!
Someone else has mentioned that, but you got me to do it. Even though I always fish over sandy bottoms in shallow water, I know a good suggestion when I hear it. Your reminder finally got me to go ahead and follow up on it.- I also made the anchor easily detachable and added a float in case another 200lb tarpon takes my bait while I'm anchored I can quickly get unachored and go for a sleigh ride! I recently got spooled while anchored :^/
That's actually a neat idea. I bet it would help you track straight through the water. You'd have to be weary of hitting bottom though while you have the pontoons locked in the down position.
I am going to make a video soon showing what everything weighs. I'm curious myself. And I have tried lots of variations of not going out with this or that, but my true comfort zone is with everything attached. Especially the pontoons!
You definatly have great ideas on fixing up your yak. I really like your rig. I think I might try some of these ideas on mine as well. Keep up the good work and happy fishing.
Placing the pontoons near the back of the boat would help prevent it from veering left or right while going forward much like the way fins will stabilize a rocket. The effects aren't nearly as dramatic on the water, but might be enough to be unacceptable during windy conditions if the pontoons are up front. That's my guess.
awesome build, got a lot of ideas. a friend gave me a 12' kayak and I started getting fishing setup, I live in Hawaii and need to be ocean-ready and safety. Mahalo and stay safe. Aloha Brahda Ron.
I like to see people still using their brains to come up with solutions to make life easier, keep up the great work i live in Miami we should meet up and do some fishing sometime.
Nicely done. It's good to see someone who makes the most of what they have. One tip, with your lamp in the front of the kayak, you should have put aluminum foil on the part that you covered up. It will redirect the light that's pointing the wrong way
I’ve been thinking about buying a smaller kayak for getting into those creeks and small streams in my area (Ontario, Canada). Thanks for showing me what’s possible, I’ll be picking one up when the snow melts.
Cool job on the yak, My wife and I experienced our first trip to Big Bear Lake, CA yesterday in a Tandem SOT Kayak. It was unbelievable experience! I am def, hooked on your videos, GREAT JOB!
Thank you for the videos. I have a Hobie Lanai that I would like to fish from and may use some of your great ideas. I especially like how you rigged the cooler to the back and put rod holders on that.
I love watching your videos. I got a Sun Dolphin Journey 10SS and promptly put an anchor trolley on it. I haven't added any cleats so I'm not exactly sure how to hook the line onto the trolley and manage the extra in an organized way. I'd love to add a skeg and possibly pontoons because it's not as stable as I had hoped. I also made a cart for it using plastic wheels from a lawn spreader I got for $3. It's so handy! You're an inspiration and wonderfully creative! I'd go fishing with you any day!
Thanks for all these great ideas, I'm guessing you live on Mosquito Lagoon, and I love fishing there. Luckily there I have the luxury of my grandpas skiff. I just recently bought a Kayak to fish on the large lake system around me. Your ideas for the stand up floats really are ingenious, and your rod holders are excellent. Just got done camo-ing out my ten footer, so now the platforms and pontoon are next! Thanks, and it should help me catch those bass.
These stabilizers are my spin on the other types out there. I tried to make these as small as possible and still work. The ones in this video are still going strong and I never leave home without them.
Sorry to hear about your lost gear. I will tell you this; What I thought was bulky and awkward and silly looking while I was building them, became instant 'don't leave home without them' items after I first tried them. Stabilizers are awesome.
Thanks for sharing this project, i just picked up a cheap 8' kayak and wouldnt mind using it to fish the bayou behind my house in Fort Walton Beach, this gives me some great ideas. Cheers!
Thank you, HY The real dangers are the treble hooks, barnacles, sharks, sting rays, alligators, snakes, oyster beds and the spikes on the fish's fins. THOSE things scare me! The stuff on the kayak hasn't been a problem. Though, a strong fish circling the boat can snag line on all those lil nooks and crannies. An acceptable price if the fish is landed!
Just came across some of your videos today, they're awesome, thank you! We've just recently gotten into kayaking and love it! Now I'm trying to rig up (to start with), some type of good, cheap, removable rod holders. Just started really thinking about it and looking today. We're from Central Florida also, Brevard County, love Kayaking all over the intracoastal so far!
First let me give you much thanks, your ideas are so helpful. I hope I see you on the flats sometime. I'm pretty sure I've fished some of the same spots as you. Thanks Again
keep up the good work i really like the way you take the time and show and explain everything.i vote you the # 1 yak builder. the yak king gets my vote
dude u r a genius. like others have said in their posts, I'm gonna have to steal some of your ideas. that yak is awesome. better even then the 1000+ dollar yaks that I was previously looking at. thanks again
Really cool man. I have access to 2 large power boats but there is a boat ram at the end of my street and have wanted something small I could throw in for a couple hours of fishing. Great Ideas and maybe I won't use all but really full of food for thought..Thanks...Jim
I really enjoyed your videos so far and look forward to seeing more of them. I bought a kayak last year, and found your passion very inspiring and will definitely use your suggestions to modify my kayak!
Wow you really did a great job tweeking out this vessel! The cut away to show how you did this was awesome too! Not that I qualify to give advice but I found rare earth magnets to be helpful. Buy at Harbor Freight glue to small tackle boxes and on boat holds fishing lures in place and box if done right. Would not recommend for replacing strap or bungie tie down but when trying to find that lure that works for that day its great. Great video thanks for taking the time to document you fishing boat
Great video brother, avid Yaker hear. Also love making my yaks and canoe my own. Keep up great work, really love my trolling motor on my kayak, with solor power assistance. A popup umbrella helps in hot humid weather here too in Southern North Carolina.
Imitation is the best form of flattery. As for the pontoons interfering, you may be right. The rods might interfere a little with them. But, here's the thing; Honestly, I don't notice the extra drag the pontoons make, but I DO notice the lack of stability with them up out of the water. So nowadays, they are always in the down position. So the rods never interfere anymore :)
Great videos man I'm i. The Bay Area as I've seen I. Your videos. Just got into yakking and I am and avid fisher and you have open my eyes to a new great world keep the videos coming
This just goes to show what a person who works with his hands with an ingenious mind can do. Great videos, you have inspired me to do some work on my boat !
Seriously. You're incredibly inventive and resourceful. And very generous too, taking so much time to make these instructive videos.
70 yr. old Canadian bush guy here . Loved your video . Young guy with imagination . I will try some of your ideas .O , ya , getting my first yak this spring . You have a great presentation voice and appreciate your V family out here. thanks. Bruce
Thanks JJ. As is, this little yak is comfortable for me like an old pair of jeans. I love it. And it fits in the back of my little Ranger pickup with no effort. I've taken it out 7 miles to a barrier island and spent the night. Once at the ramp, I can get it on the water in half the time of the guys with bigger yaks. It's my Millennium Falcon. 'She may not look like much, but she's got it where it counts'
I think you're right, Nate. I would probably really enjoy sailing. But, I'm afraid it would get in the way of fishing, what with all the stuff I already bring along with me. Finding a place to stow the rigging, sail and mast on my tiny yak might prove impossible, even for me :) At least, impractical, as I never have far to go before I'm casting a line out. Thanks for watching and for the kind words.
I just found your channel. Man, your vids have refreshed my sense of humanity! I am glad there are others who can and will embrace the "more fun, less money" aspect of fishing, and by the same token, life! Thank you. I am a brand new father, so cash is at a premium. I hope there are some in the new generation (including my son) that take pride in home grown ingenuity! But you inspire us "do-it-your-selfers" to reach new heights! Or at least new casting directions! Thanks again.
i don't fish or own a kayak but i just spent the last hour watching your kayak rig videos. i know want to kayak and fish. very relaxing.
I've been toying with the idea of getting a fishing kayak for a few months now and watching your videos has convinced me that it's worth doing. I'd never thought about how adaptable they were and how much they could be customised, you've given me a whole new perspective, thanks for sharing your awesome insights, much respect brother.
The stuff you create is just art man. You take something as simple as a kayak and turn it into this beautiful functional piece of art. Its truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing your art with all of us.
Thanks, Scott. It's a labor of love.
Scott Clawson I agree. Creative fellow. Like the light "spook" pontoons. Might borrow that.
You can see the colored lights through the black paint. Still, a watercraft under oar power (like a canoe or kayak) is only required to have a white light. Even a hand held flashlight would meet the requirements, which makes the nav light superfluous.
I use stainless steel screws to hold the 'eye pads' down. They hold tight, they don't pull out and as long as they're above the water line, they don't leak. Not enough to be noticeable, that is. I have LOTS of holes and spend all day out there all the time without getting any leakage. But some people add a drop of silicone to the bottom of the pads for extra protection .
I work with architectural foam and had some lying around. Try searching for a local shop. Google 'EPS foam and your town's name' Or try large pvc. I have seen some cool designs using pvc. It's available at Home Depot or Lowes and it's much sturdier. Thanks for the comment MrM.
Marty, you're such an inspiration... a great example. I am in FL as well, still somewhat new to kayak fishing. I have a very normal kayak in the very first stages of fishing modification. Thank you for the great ideas. It's particularly inspiring to see you fashion all of these ideas yourself. Well done!
That's an idea I am very proud of. It's real nice when water splashes over the side and quickly vanishes under my cushion! SO much better than a wet butt!
I come back to this video 1-2 times a year just to remember how awesome this kayak was with all the thought you put into it. It’s really inspiring.
Your an inspiration to on shore anglers like me wanting to get on the water, knowing you inspires this military retired vet that I can eventually get out there on the water, I live in Florida also and fishing from the shore limits me , thanks for everything and keep those videos coming
Thanks for keeping the language "PG" so I can let my kid's watch your pure genius ideas!!! Keep them coming...
The idea with the magnets to hold the fish hook boxes is genious and I'm going to use that!
My wife and I has just started on fishing out of a kayak. I have watched several videos on adding helpful things during on the water. I feel yours has been the most helpful, with some great thought. Thanks for sharing!!!
Blown away by your imagination and ingenuity. Got some great ideas from this.
I love the ingenious additions you have designed and built for your kayak. You're giving me all kinds of ideas. Thanks!
Your videos are very helpful and you have a fantastic way of presenting them. You know when to talk and when to just show off what you have done. I really enjoy learning from you. Thank you!
All your mods are great for kayakers on a small budget. I am going to make those pontoons this weekend! Your videos are straight to the point, clear, and concise. I know you put a lot of time into them and it really shows!
You diy videos have inspired me to modify my own kayak. It's cheap and fun. I caught some 12 inch Black Crappies on Lake Winnebago (Wisconsin) a couple weeks ago. That was a great time. Every outing helps me decide what is working or not with the kayak modifications. Thanks for the great videos!
The Cadillac of kayak fishing. Thanks for showing me what I can do to my future fishing kayak..
I like your style man! Very ingenuitive. I'm the same way. I love seeing things I like and building something that does the same thing for much cheaper.
I use a sit inside because i fish in the north but your ideas and innovations always offer inspiration.
i enjoyed your upgrades, i can't get enough of what you are doing, i built my kayak out of pvc pipe, i have used many of your ideas, for my setup. Keep it up, you really are inspiring.
Great job on your upgrades! Your Super Spook pontoons are fantastic! I NEVER would have thought of doing it the way you did...simplicity at its finest and great decoration! The new seat bottom is something you need to patent. Even though these are older vids, keep up the good work!
Thanks, Thomas :^)
I've watched both of your vids and I have to say that I like your ingenuity! I'm about to get into kayaking in FL myself to do some exploring & fishing. Watching vids like yours have given me more insite to what I can do to my new yak. Thnx and keep it up!
I watched your first video and second video and enjoyed both very much. Your "average joe" approach to problem solving and creativity makes me grin from appreciation. I am currently shopping for "yaks" for me and my son, yes I will be stealing your ideas. Thanks
Thanks for making these videos and great workmanship, I want everyone I know whos kayaking enthused to see these.
Another great video. I have been addicted to salt water fishign for a long time, and this winter bought a yak. I have been fitting it out using many of the suggestions i learned from your video. I can 't wait to hit the water as it warms up. Grateful you took the time to teach me something. Best to you!
Very very useful viewing, not a fisherman but feel like I've learned a lot of things, about space/design, about materials, etc. Thanks!
You have put a lot of thought and time into your project. Impressive is an understatement.
I have seen so many videos of kayaks in youtube,because you learn a lot,your kayak looks awesome .I just got a aquaterra 14 ft long,sot as well .I hope one day looks as nice as yours.I really appreciate for sharing your video with everybody God bless
I admire your ingenuity. Working on a budget and coming up with very slick solutions to suit your needs. Well done!
+ast33ro This is still the most ergonomic kayak I ever had. Everything was within easy reach!
Man I'm glad I founds these vids. I recently started looking at kayaks as a way to get in the water and do some fishing. I don't, however want to spend a lot of money on it. You have done a great job showing what you can do with these things without breaking the bank.
When the pontoons are in the up position, you look like something from star wars!! Looks AWESOME!!
My friend, I just know sailing would suit me so well! I know absolutely nothing about the technical parts of it; only that I would be instantly addicted if I ever got a taste, so I have steered away so far because I have so many other things that I am already bad at! ;^)
Just got my first fishing kayak and I'm extremely excited! You're video's are awesome! I'm am now more excited then ever to try out some modifications to mine. Thank you for your videos!
I like your ideas a lot. At first I didn't care for it. Like the first two minutes because I thought you had used ....Well a cheap kayak and cheap additions with pvc. But ... you've taken a lot of time and put a lot of thought into your designs and I really appreciate it. I love this! You have some brilliant ideas. You are amazing! I'm on video 2 and there are even more.
Regards!
Very motivating for me. I sold my kayak a couple years ago, but recently began looking at buying another for fishing. Thanks for the insights!
Great setup you got there , You are very creative with what you have done to your yak , just goes to show with a little thought and some fun in the shed anything is possible welldone mate
That's a darn good suggestion. Consider it done. I'll post a video showing how I get the kon tiki to the water soon.
Thank you for the video! It was very helpful. After a wake capsized me last week a half mile out from shore, I was looking at ways to make a stabilizer. A lot of waters I couldn't fish because I knew it was going to happen, and it did. I lost a lot of gear and a knife my dad gave me when I was a kid. Can't be replaced. I'm off to Homedepot to grab some pvc now. Thanks a lot , great ideas all!!!
loved what you did with your yak and especially how well you edit and record your videos. I would love to see more clips of you catching fish with your rig. Also thanks for sharing all of your ideas.
I did get a hole in the bottom from scraping it along the sharp rocks where I launch, so I welded new plastic over the split and it's been alright ever since. None of the other mods have adversely affected the structural integrity.
Thank you, dmx! For the nice comments and for serving this country! Kayaking is awesome. Glad you're gonna give it a shot.
I have viewed countless vids on kayak mods. You have great ideas and terrific execution. Well done, sir.
Straight up you've inspired me to get into kayaking. I thought it was going to be excessively expensive, but i know i can get a standard sit on top kayak shell like yours for around 300 bucks (aus), and i know i don't need to spend too much to get an awesome setup going, thanks man, keep up the videos, i can't get enough!
This is very helpful thank you. My husband and I are new yak fishers and you have helped us tremendously. We launch out at weekly & boggy bayou and eventually over by crab island.
I think the rigging and ideas for placement were spot on !
Also really enjoy your yak video , because you worked with what you had and turned it into a very fish able vessel.
Glad I caught your post"
Wow! You've got a lot of great ideas implemented in that little yak. Mine is an inflatable Sea Eagle FastTrack, so I can't permanently attach anything to the kayak, but I think I can adapt some of your ideas anyhow. You're very creative. Thanks!
Nice job! I started out on a two seat kayak, then five boats after that. I now have an ocean boat and a canoe for smaller lakes but am thinking of getting a single seat kayak for those days when I don't want to hassle prepping the boat for some inshore fishing. Once again, great stuff!
Someone else has mentioned that, but you got me to do it. Even though I always fish over sandy bottoms in shallow water, I know a good suggestion when I hear it. Your reminder finally got me to go ahead and follow up on it.- I also made the anchor easily detachable and added a float in case another 200lb tarpon takes my bait while I'm anchored I can quickly get unachored and go for a sleigh ride! I recently got spooled while anchored :^/
Just watching all of the videos about your fishing kayak. Love it. You seem to be a really cool guy. Best of luck snagging those big boys.
That's actually a neat idea. I bet it would help you track straight through the water. You'd have to be weary of hitting bottom though while you have the pontoons locked in the down position.
I am going to make a video soon showing what everything weighs. I'm curious myself. And I have tried lots of variations of not going out with this or that, but my true comfort zone is with everything attached. Especially the pontoons!
You definatly have great ideas on fixing up your yak. I really like your rig. I think I might try some of these ideas on mine as well. Keep up the good work and happy fishing.
Placing the pontoons near the back of the boat would help prevent it from veering left or right while going forward much like the way fins will stabilize a rocket. The effects aren't nearly as dramatic on the water, but might be enough to be unacceptable during windy conditions if the pontoons are up front. That's my guess.
awesome build, got a lot of ideas. a friend gave me a 12' kayak and I started getting fishing setup, I live in Hawaii and need to be ocean-ready and safety. Mahalo and stay safe. Aloha Brahda Ron.
I like to see people still using their brains to come up with solutions to make life easier, keep up the great work i live in Miami we should meet up and do some fishing sometime.
Thanks from Cornwall UK, Im just starting out and have bought a plain kayak ready for some diy. You've given me some great tips.
Nicely done. It's good to see someone who makes the most of what they have. One tip, with your lamp in the front of the kayak, you should have put aluminum foil on the part that you covered up. It will redirect the light that's pointing the wrong way
I’ve been thinking about buying a smaller kayak for getting into those creeks and small streams in my area (Ontario, Canada). Thanks for showing me what’s possible, I’ll be picking one up when the snow melts.
Awesome setup and very functional! Helped me gain some more ideas for myself. Thanks for sharing!
Cool job on the yak, My wife and I experienced our first trip to Big Bear Lake, CA yesterday in a Tandem SOT Kayak. It was unbelievable experience! I am def, hooked on your videos, GREAT JOB!
Thanks again for sharing your amazing craft! AWESOME JOB!
Very cool I love the changes you have made .keep inventing and thanks for sharing
Thank you for the videos. I have a Hobie Lanai that I would like to fish from and may use some of your great ideas. I especially like how you rigged the cooler to the back and put rod holders on that.
Very inspiring. Thank you for sharing. I dig your enthusiasm and all the carvings I see :)
Great rig, thanks for sharing with us. Can't wait to get started with mine.
I love watching your videos. I got a Sun Dolphin Journey 10SS and promptly put an anchor trolley on it. I haven't added any cleats so I'm not exactly sure how to hook the line onto the trolley and manage the extra in an organized way. I'd love to add a skeg and possibly pontoons because it's not as stable as I had hoped. I also made a cart for it using plastic wheels from a lawn spreader I got for $3. It's so handy! You're an inspiration and wonderfully creative! I'd go fishing with you any day!
Totally love your videos! I'll be sharing about my new kayak on Oregon lakes here pretty shortly! Fish on!
Thanks for all these great ideas, I'm guessing you live on Mosquito Lagoon, and I love fishing there. Luckily there I have the luxury of my grandpas skiff. I just recently bought a Kayak to fish on the large lake system around me. Your ideas for the stand up floats really are ingenious, and your rod holders are excellent. Just got done camo-ing out my ten footer, so now the platforms and pontoon are next! Thanks, and it should help me catch those bass.
These stabilizers are my spin on the other types out there. I tried to make these as small as possible and still work. The ones in this video are still going strong and I never leave home without them.
Sorry to hear about your lost gear. I will tell you this; What I thought was bulky and awkward and silly looking while I was building them, became instant 'don't leave home without them' items after I first tried them. Stabilizers are awesome.
Thanks for sharing this project, i just picked up a cheap 8' kayak and wouldnt mind using it to fish the bayou behind my house in Fort Walton Beach, this gives me some great ideas. Cheers!
Thank you, HY
The real dangers are the treble hooks, barnacles, sharks, sting rays, alligators, snakes, oyster beds and the spikes on the fish's fins. THOSE things scare me! The stuff on the kayak hasn't been a problem. Though, a strong fish circling the boat can snag line on all those lil nooks and crannies. An acceptable price if the fish is landed!
very inventive use of the space you have. Thanks for sharing!!
That is one bad ass kayak I love it dude tight lines brother👍👍👍👍👍
Just came across some of your videos today, they're awesome, thank you! We've just recently gotten into kayaking and love it! Now I'm trying to rig up (to start with), some type of good, cheap, removable rod holders. Just started really thinking about it and looking today. We're from Central Florida also, Brevard County, love Kayaking all over the intracoastal so far!
That was one great video,easy to listen too you with out any music or other background stuff, great job and appreciated very much.
First let me give you much thanks, your ideas are so helpful. I hope I see you on the flats sometime. I'm pretty sure I've fished some of the same spots as you.
Thanks Again
keep up the good work i really like the way you take the time and show and explain everything.i vote you the # 1 yak builder. the yak king gets my vote
dude u r a genius. like others have said in their posts, I'm gonna have to steal some of your ideas. that yak is awesome. better even then the 1000+ dollar yaks that I was previously looking at. thanks again
Great Video. To the point information. You have done a great job. Thanks for making these videos.
Really cool man. I have access to 2 large power boats but there is a boat ram at the end of my street and have wanted something small I could throw in for a couple hours of fishing. Great Ideas and maybe I won't use all but really full of food for thought..Thanks...Jim
I really enjoyed your videos so far and look forward to seeing more of them. I bought a kayak last year, and found your passion very inspiring and will definitely use your suggestions to modify my kayak!
Wow you really did a great job tweeking out this vessel! The cut away to show how you did this was awesome too! Not that I qualify to give advice but I found rare earth magnets to be helpful. Buy at Harbor Freight glue to small tackle boxes and on boat holds fishing lures in place and box if done right. Would not recommend for replacing strap or bungie tie down but when trying to find that lure that works for that day its great. Great video thanks for taking the time to document you fishing boat
Great video brother, avid Yaker hear. Also love making my yaks and canoe my own. Keep up great work, really love my trolling motor on my kayak, with solor power assistance. A popup umbrella helps in hot humid weather here too in Southern North Carolina.
Awesome man....Learning different things every time i watch your videos .. Thats one sweet poor mans kayak....
just got a kayak. going to take it out on the water tomorrow.looking forward to fishing from it.
I really appreciate your videos
Thank you for your video, sound so laid back. I hope I see you on the water.
looks very stable and I love the paddle holder on the cooler!
Now I can't wait to pimp out my new kayak. Thanks for the videos!
Imitation is the best form of flattery. As for the pontoons interfering, you may be right. The rods might interfere a little with them. But, here's the thing; Honestly, I don't notice the extra drag the pontoons make, but I DO notice the lack of stability with them up out of the water. So nowadays, they are always in the down position. So the rods never interfere anymore :)
Great videos man I'm i. The Bay Area as I've seen I. Your videos. Just got into yakking and I am and avid fisher and you have open my eyes to a new great world keep the videos coming
6:54 Star Trek kayak! Very nice mods, thanks for sharing it with us...