Thinking about buying a fishing kayak? Wait a second! 🎣 In this video, I’m breaking down 10 reasons why a fishing kayak might not be the best choice for you. From hidden struggles to unexpected challenges on the water, I’ll give you an honest look so you can make an informed decision. Personally, I think there’s no better way to get on the water and fish—but that’s just me. For YOU, these insights will help you decide if a fishing kayak is truly worth it. -Daren
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Essentially if ur t levels are low don’t buy one.. got it
I’ve been fishing my entire life, and kayak fishing is the best way I’ve found. I catch fish every single time I go out, something I never could say from the surf. If you hook into a big fish, the fight is amazing, you will literally get towed. And if it’s that windy, I’ll throw my waders on and hit the white water.
I am a few months late to the party so I apologize if my comment seems to also be out of time sync. I am on my 3rd fishing specific kayak in the past ten years. I have learned what works for me (stability and light weight) and what doesn’t work for me (peddle drive and heavy big-boy shells). At 72 years old and as a solo fisherman I am forced to face my limitations.
Wisdom in your words about practicing self-recovery by practicing righting your kayak and getting back aboard. I capsized on a lake with 50* water 3 days ago (air temp was 25* at launch). My kayak had taken on ~ 8 gallons of water into the inner hull over 6 hours of fishing without my knowledge (I was test driving it prior to purchase). I could not roll it back over because of the water weight in the hull. I had to drag the da*n thing about 100 yards back to the shore doggy paddle style. I lost some equipment (all replaceable, much to my wife’s chagrin); BUT, I lived to tell the tale.
These are the adventures of a careful, senior kayak angler.