The fear of falling out of a kayak keeps many people from ever trying one out.
People don't buy any floating vessel only to end up bobbing beside it shortly after launch but for those who own a kayak, maybe they should try it.
Stability and the ability to stand while fishing are highly sought after capabilities for anglers looking to purchase a kayak.
Kayak fishing is lots of fun but in many cases it can be dangerous because of the creatures around you. These are few of the most dangerous creatures you could meet while kayak fishing with a few tips to help you avoid a possible attack.
It's hot out there! Even though you're kayak fishing only inches above the water, often the heat can get to you. If you don't regulate your body's heat gain you will suffer a heat injury such as exhaustion or possibly a stroke. How do you fish in the summertime and not get cooked? Experienced kayakers will tell you these five tips are must-dos to stay safe and healthy while on the water.
1. Fish Early and Late
When the weather gets hot so does the topwater bite. What many anglers don't think about is how to fish a topwater lure from a kayak. Not all boats and applications of the techniques are the same. Kayak anglers will deal with hookset issues, leverage issues, and kayak movement issues. Don't fear!
We all know that kayaks are easy to transport--that's one of the big pluses. But transporting them safely and without damage takes the right equipment and the right preparation. Here are a few tips from experts I've been fortunate enough to fish with:
Every day a few dozen kayaks get listed on Craigslist, fishing forums, and Buy/Sell/Trade lists. On these lists are people with buyer's remorse, listing these kayaks as "never seen the water" or "only used twice" or some other variant. I see the same thing with kayak and canoe accessories.
One of the most common questions after a person buys their first kayak is, “What else do I need?” If you bought that kayak to do some fishing in, these kayak accessories will make your time on the water a little easier.
This year, why not discover a fun and peaceful sport that requires a fairly low investment and gives you the ability to fish in shallower areas where other boats can't go?
Kayak fishing gives you less storage space, and having to paddle can present some challenges, but gliding silently across the water into places where no one else can fish is well worth it.
