Kayak Fishing

**marcelxl** · Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2008 11:15 am Post subject:

PMSL!!

I had a breakthru last night.........."let me have a look at the Ocean Kayak brochure, so which one do you think I should get then?" Success!

She`s getting the Caper angler edition Grin

just got to sort the finances and I`m away!

www.anglersafloat.com BTW giles! Clapping

My opinion on all this is, if you like to diversify and do something completely different, possibly eccentric, adventurous, exciting and fun, then this looks like its the thing for you! probably too expensive for a dabblers! I believe completely revolutionary in what it is and stands for and give scope like no other type of fishing in the UK for adventure, mobility and freedom and in that way unique. Since I`ve been doing my research and getting involved on the kayak fishing forums I`ve had no end of support (second only to the NSA!) and help. Loads of socials and meets up and down the country are going on all the time and I for one can`t wait to get going! Pike, perch,trout, etc in the Lakes and on the ouse bass, mackerel and flatties and stuff on the coast and a great big excuse to get away on weekends! No matter where you go the crowds will rarely if ever be a problem.................perfect Cool

ukken · Posted: Sat Apr 19, 2008 5:39 pm Post subject: Decided!

It was good to meet up with Marc today! He is just as friendly and almost as well adjusted as his emails and posts suggest thought he is taller than he writes. Shocked

We were able to get a good close look at the kayaks we are interested in and after long and careful deliberation the Ocean Kayak Big Game Prowler is the one for me and himself too! Very Happy

The "group buy" enabled us to negotiate the best offer to date. I am bidding on one on eBay which ends on Wednesday so I will either own a very cheap olive green one or a reasonably priced orange, yellow or wheat coloured one. Now that I am even closer to getting sorted out I am looking forward to getting ono the water.

I am going to be heading to the lakes to give it a maiden voyage. What fish would you target first? I am thinking PIKE!

Cheers, Ken

**marcelxl** · Posted: Sat Apr 19, 2008 8:02 pm Post subject:

I concur, although need to speak to you about add-ons and what you`ve got (anchors & system, bouys, extras you ordered) I`m thinking of getting them all in well before and having a rigging up day the saturday before the sunday maiden voyage trip to the lakes!!

ukken · Posted: Sat Apr 19, 2008 8:37 pm Post subject: Scotty Extras

Sounds like a plan. Very Happy

I have already worked out my own way to rig a quick release for the anchor. I haven't seen it anywhere on the forums so if it works and there's no reason why it shouldn't I will let others know about it.

Just a small list of the items I have ordered.

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Side Fixing Clamcleat

Part#: SideClam

Manufacturer Part#: SideClam

(Qty: 2 x $4.50)

Brass Swivel Eye Bolt Snap (To be used for a seat for my young'un)

Part#: 136

Manufacturer Part#: 136

(Qty: 4 x $2.95)

Stainless Steel with Plastic Pulley (For anchor pulley system)

Part#: Pull

Manufacturer Part#: Pull

(Qty: 2 x $4.99)

Zig Zag Cleat

Part#: ZZCleat

Manufacturer Part#: ZZCleat

(Qty: 1 x $4.50)

J Hook (Part of pulley system/bow lines)

Part#: 135

Manufacturer Part#: 135

(Qty: 10 x $0.75)

Sea Dog Shock Cord Clip - 1/4"

Part#: 139

Manufacturer Part#: 139

(Qty: 4 x $1.25)

Bungee / Shock Cord 1/4"

Part#: 176

Manufacturer Part#: 176

(Qty: 25 x $0.50)

Hardware Set H for J Hooks

Part#: Set H

Manufacturer Part#: Set H

(Qty: 4 x $0.75)

Marine GOOP - 3.7 oz tube

Part#: 199

Manufacturer Part#: 199

(Qty: 1 x $5.99)

Hardware Set E for Scotty Products

Part#: Set E

Manufacturer Part#: Set E

(Qty: 2 x $3.00)

Rivets - 10 per pack - black anodized - 3/16
Pack of 10 - 30 cents each

Part#: 111

Manufacturer Part#: 111

(Qty: 2 x $3.00)

Nylon Pad Eyes - Set of 4 (For fixing seat for James)
(extra paddle holders for solid hold, both sides)
Part#: 105

Manufacturer Part#: 105

(Qty: 3 x $1.25)

PVC Foam Floats
Brown/Red

Part#: FL-35

Manufacturer Part#: FL-35

(Qty: 3 x $2.50)

Scotty Leash with Flex Coil

Part#: 130

Manufacturer Part#: 130

(Qty: 1 x $14.99)

Gear Leash

Part#: 110

Manufacturer Part#: 110

(Qty: 1 x $12.95)

Scotty Mounting Bar (tripple rod holder bar and base)

Part#: 257

Manufacturer Part#: 257

(Qty: 1 x $45.99)

Scotty Compact Threaded Deck Mount (for close at hand rod holder)

Part#: 444

Manufacturer Part#: 444

(Qty: 1 x $11.99)

Scotty Rodmaster II Rod Holder
Without Base - $16.99

Part#: 350

Manufacturer Part#: 350

(Qty: 1 x $16.99)

Scotty Powerlock Rod Holder
Without Base - $17.99

Part#: 230

Manufacturer Part#: 230

(Qty: 1 x $17.99)

That is about it for now. Sad

Cheers, Ken

**marcelxl** · Posted: Sat Apr 19, 2008 8:44 pm Post subject:

bloody hell!

I need to digest all that

ukken · Posted: Sat Apr 19, 2008 9:01 pm Post subject: Cost

Marc

The most important thing is that they are about half the UK price and available in one place.

At the moment I am talking to a good friend of mine in Texas who is a knife and bright (torch) dealer about setting up in the angling business. She has some great contacts among larger suppliers like Moteng and is able to sell most items to me for 30% less than USA retail. Considering that they can retail at about 70% of Uk retail this represents a huge saving even taking into account the shipping costs from the States.

It might be something to consider in the future for specialised items. As things are now, I can order any Scotty items you want and will have my mate ship them to me/you.

Cheers, Ken

**marcelxl** · Posted: Sat Apr 19, 2008 9:33 pm Post subject:

Think I`ll be needing to speak to you then!

I`ll get in touch through the week.

Bright torches you say, just got some lensers with accessories.........wish i`d known!!

ukken · Posted: Sat Apr 19, 2008 9:55 pm Post subject: No Problem

Any time Sir!

This is a list of the suppliers she can buy from at the moment.

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www.moteng.com (nice catalog site showing MSRP)
www.jboutman.com (Nice site that shows stock info)
www.rsrgroup.com (good for gun and shooting accessories)
www.cfiarms.com
www.midwestgunexchange.com
http://www.knesekguns.com/
http://blueridgeknives.com/?BISKIT=2458824100&CONTEXT=cat&cat=45 (you can see the brands)
www.mercworx.com
www.deepakcutlery.com (mainly good to see brands)
www.maxpedition.com
www.actiongear.com
www.jimcut.com

These sites might give you an idea of the things I am into. One of my friends in Norway is also able to get hold of any type of brights you are interested in at excellent prices. Sorry, this is starting to sound like I am trying to get sales for friends. I am only trying to let you know what is available and how much can be saved......if you choose to. Wink

I'll shut up now.

Regards, Ken

**marcelxl** · Posted: Sat Apr 19, 2008 10:01 pm Post subject:

where were you 12months ago!

could`ve saved a fortune, after a small gransfors or wetterlings and the cooking gear for the bigger kelly kettle, and perhaps other items in that sort of vein for our little adventures, me and the one who must be obeyed are engineering our summers playtime!

see how things go this week but i`ll get in touch and have a chat, could do with ordering the kayak stuff first

WKD · NSA Guru Joined: 19 Mar 2007 Posts: 225

Blimey Ken just abit of a shopping list me thinks i'll let you two get sorted and become the expert kayakers and then i will know what to get kitted out with lol Respect

Obviously when i get sorted job wise again and once her indoors has finally pushed the latest addition to the Dobson clan out hopefully tomorrow .

ukken · Posted: Sun Apr 20, 2008 10:28 am Post subject: Kayak Fishing

I don't know about becoming an expert but I'm going to have a bloody good time learning! Grin

I am going to get as much time in kayak fishing as I can because like every other pass time I have enjoyed it won't be long before some sod tries to regulate it in some way.

Regards, Ken

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