DIY Kayak Seat + Custom Stabilizers (Step by Step)

Seat Materials:
Attwood Low-Back Padded Boat Seat amzn.to/3Ts9TYe (Amazon)
1 can of Polyurethane
1 in. x 12 in. x 8 ft. Walnut Board
1 in. x 2 in. Poplar Board
4 1/4in #20x 2 1/2in Round Head Bolt
4 1/4 in. x 1-1/4 in. Zinc-Plated Steel Fender Washer
Hiking Earth Outrigger Article:
hiking.earth/g...
Outrigger Materials:
HITORHIKE Fishing Rod Holder Universal Fit
amzn.to/3Tn0IYY (Amazon)
Deep Water Float amzn.to/48WpzZl (Amazon)
1 Ten Foot Section of 3/4 inch PVC Pipe
1 Ten Foot Section of 1/2 Inch PVC Pipe
Four 1/2 Inch PVC Caps
1/2" x 1/2" x 3/4" PVC Sch. 40 Reducing Tee
www.supplyhous... (Supplyhouse)
1 Can of Spray Paint
Four 2 1/2 inch 5/16 Hex bolts
8 5/16 Washers
Four 5/16 Lock Nuts
Clear, heavy duty PVC glue
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This is a complete Step by step guide on building a budget friendly seat with custom outriggers for a sit-on-top kayak

[@Jase-E]

You'll get more stability with the outriggers being extended as you have them installed but I can already see where they'll be hit when paddling. Maybe making them shorter so that they contact the side of the kayak would be better. The shorter PVC would be stiffer so less flex. Just food for thought.

[@ZacksRealAdventures]

Right, I can see where you're coming from. I thought about drilling more holes across the main outrigger shafts for more adjustment options. The way it currently sits I don't have too many paddling issues unless I'm fully extending. I appreciate your insight and I'll most definitely consider making adjustments. Thanks for watching.

[@MrShawnbfromjersey]

Great idea with the fishing rods. They sell that same setup on Amazon for $150. How much did you spend for your outrigger setup?

[@ZacksRealAdventures]

The rod holders work great for adjustability and durability. The total cost for the outriggers and hardware came to around $70.

[@flyingdfish]

Good job… and I didn’t know Kid Rock kayaked too.

[@ZacksRealAdventures]

Omg Kid Rock 🤣. When I'm not shooting Bud Light cans I'm tipping one back in the yak. Bawitdaba 🤘

[@kinezo1961]

You have to glue before you paint PVC.

[@ZacksRealAdventures]

I wasn't aware that it would be an issue. I'll keep that in mind. So far, the paint hasn't affected the integrity of the bond.

[@Tmann4437]

🤔 ok

[@bryanbree5915]

I wonder if a strong current will compromise the rod holder and break off

[@ZacksRealAdventures]

That's a concern as well. I've only taken it out on lakes, but I thought about making adjustments along the outrigger shafts to bring them in and out for different scenarios and reduce tension on the holders.

[@kobbskyy]

Cool way to mount the seat and outriggers, might do this on my kayak!

[@ZacksRealAdventures]

Hey thanks. It certainly helped my kayak performs better and it's much more comfortable now.

[@Matthewsavant]

The intro made me stay

[@ZacksRealAdventures]

Ah heck yeah. I appreciate you taking the time to check out the video.

[@pb-bx1ll]

Great video, thank you

[@ZacksRealAdventures]

I'm stoked you enjoyed the video and happy I could help. Thanks for watching.

[@winwinfishing_adventures6662]

Bro, great video !

[@ZacksRealAdventures]

Thanks bro, I appreciate it.

[@justinjdavis79]

Wow very awesome

[@ZacksRealAdventures]

I'm glad you liked it. Thank you.

[@gregmartinez4495]

Nice job 👍

[@ZacksRealAdventures]

That's awesome man! So glad this upgrade guide was helpful for you. Thank you.