fishing?? Would this kayak be suitable fishing from?
1707380
I tried fishing from it. I forgot to drop anchor or tie off. I hooked what turned out to be a 5 1/2 bucket mouth bass. He took me for a long ride across the lake. He towed me until he gave out. It was a strange way to catch a fish. I didn't reel him in I reeled me over to him LOL Now I tie off to a bush.
1707381
My immediate reaction is that fishing hooks and inflatables don't mix well. The kayak is pretty durable, so if you were super-careful about your sharp stuff it might work. Also, this model is a sit-on-top, with only minimal storage wells. Coleman makes a similar kayak in a "touring" model which would have more room for storing gear and your fish.
1707382
A friend, who wants to fish from it too, suggests leaving the catch in the water on the side of the kayak. A netted bag would probably do the trick.
1529444
without any doubt, yes you can. in terms of one or two people there is plenty of room for both the individual or the two for both and the tackle and gear. even if you were to drop a hook or knife, unless you were to directly stab or slash at the kayak yiu won't puncture it. this thing can hold 450 pounds. so it is very safe for lake fishing. however oceans and shark fishing, probably not. but, yes is the short answer.
108896
I just had this kayak in the river for the first time yesterday and it was very durable! The river was very low in many spots so I had to navigate around and over many rocks. I was unsure of how it would handle over the rocks, but I didn't have any issues.
1866597
Yes, you can get a spray skirt to fit this yak-- but you will probably never use it. if you plan to "white water" or be on the sea with waves, this is the wrong kayak. I suppose if one were to paddle in the rain, a skirt would be good.
1981607
I haven't tried fishing. I have a DSLR camera with a large lense and have taken photos from it. There is a storage net on the front that can be reached to put a small tackle box that you could get to. I think there wouldn't be much problem. It is pretty stable.
145567
it's been excellent as a fish finder. I use it on my kayak. on board or hidden inside the hull. I purchased mine upon watching this video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ft8DNCgJuGM
881626
I always launch from the bay or inlet when I fish. I launch other times from the beach so I know what you mean by very wet. I am not sure it would hold up to that kind of use/abuse. There are some more open connections like the battery that I would be concerned with. It is a good unit and I am sure there is a way to make it more water/ wave proof. It depends on your yak.
1688224
I think its intended purpose is to fish with out of a kayak or canoe....you could use it for ice fishing but an ice fishing flasher would be much better suited for ice fishing...a flasher can give you immediate information about whays going on below you where as this unit would be delayed by 5-10 seconds.
620584
I have the unit which I use for kayaking. The world map that comes with it is laughable. You will need to buy a chart for that area. It is a well made unit which I am pleased with however.
975795
I have two that I use for trolling in the Puget Sound for the last 2 years, I would call myself a serious angler and they have held up excellent. Take care of it and you should get long life from them.
1683201
would need additional information. if intent to fish for salmon the Martin would be an excellent choice. should you use for saltwater fishing you MUST be diligent in thoroughly maintaining the reel, cleaning after every use including oiling the unit.
1115205
I use it kayaking. It gets, and stays, wet. No problem. I think it's a great devise.
1837628
It´s a great opportunity for those who are looking for fun without concern. It´s just not really appropriate for windy days 'cause it's lighter than a regular kayak, so you'll need to try harder to get it in a line...
1523190
Actually I haven't used it yet. I bought it primarily to keep in my vehicle so I always have a fishing pole available as I travel the backcountry in Colorado. I can tell you that it is well made and I believe it would be fine for lake fishing. Hope this helps.
2250033
I am not sure, I know that its stated on the kayak that it has not been rated for use with a motor.
111388
I don't know but I would doubt it. It's more a beginner's set-up. I am not in tune with the finer nuances of fly fishing which would require swapping out spools. That would come w/ more experience and premium equipment IMHO.
1046595
I am sure it would although it may be more trailer than you would need for a kayak. I believe it will hold up to 600 lbs. Make sure that you take note of the tires as they are not speed rated for the freeway which I learned after I had purchased the trailer.