The guy at OEX was shocked when he saw my Solo Skiff in the back of my truck. He said "I know you told me how you did it but I can't believe you were able to wear down all the plastic." Haha. Fish hard bro! Tight Lines Ryan!
Yeah, Mikey I noticed on a lot of your videos you tend to slide up onto those cheese grader grooved concrete boat ramps and then walk off the bow. I cringed every time I saw that. I notices how bad those boat ramps are when I used to launch my kayaks at Dana Landing and Shelter Island. So I never drag the Solo Skiff or a kayak on the ramp and always lift it up to the point that the current won't move it. It's a good thing that polypropylene can be easy to weld, but it's better to not have to. Tight Lines
You're a smart man Mark. If I were more careful when launching and landing, loading and unloading then I probably would not have to do this. But then I wouldn't of learned this skill and been able to make this video to show others how to as well. Tight lines Mark!
You're welcome. I fished from a kayak for years and never made this type of repair but it will work for both Solo Skiff and kayak. Any type of plastic really.
Great video that's gonna be useful once everyone waiting for theirs get as much use out of the solo as you have. Helps take the intimidation out of working on your own boat! How did the motor cause that gouge in the back? Is it from transporting with the outboard attached or use on the water?
Thanks Chris. I'm not sure about how the motor caused the gouge in the back. I think the transom flexes slightly when riding in choppy waters and/or bringing the motor down from the up position. The guy in Morro Bay that was talking to me after I got done fishing around Thanksgiving time pointed it out to me. Some of the paint was missing on the motor from it rubbing. I'm going to keep an eye on that area and I'll let you know if I find out exactly what is going on.
You're right. They are backed up but it won't keep me from using mine and sharing the content I get with all my amazing viewers. Thanks for watching Rob Fish.
Thanks Britt. I read about the Gator Guard prior to making my own. I opted to make my own based on the price point of the Gator Guard. The Gator Guard kayak skid plate I found online cost $60 to buy. Thanks for watching and the info.
awesome video dood, thought the solo was indestructible compared to the scout. Never woulda thought you could repair that so easily. i want one
The guy at OEX was shocked when he saw my Solo Skiff in the back of my truck. He said "I know you told me how you did it but I can't believe you were able to wear down all the plastic." Haha. Fish hard bro! Tight Lines Ryan!
Awesome tip on solo skiff weld brother back on the water and do your thing! Hanapa'a!! Yessah!🤙
You know it! Now I just gotta find me some winter time yellowtail on the iron. Or a nice big fat SD bay halibut. Tight Lines buddy!
Yeah, Mikey I noticed on a lot of your videos you tend to slide up onto those cheese grader grooved concrete boat ramps and then walk off the bow. I cringed every time I saw that. I notices how bad those boat ramps are when I used to launch my kayaks at Dana Landing and Shelter Island. So I never drag the Solo Skiff or a kayak on the ramp and always lift it up to the point that the current won't move it. It's a good thing that polypropylene can be easy to weld, but it's better to not have to. Tight Lines
You're a smart man Mark. If I were more careful when launching and landing, loading and unloading then I probably would not have to do this. But then I wouldn't of learned this skill and been able to make this video to show others how to as well. Tight lines Mark!
Dream set up!!! love your videos man so stoked to be fishing and grinding.
From Manhattan Beach CA hopefully see you out there one of these days.
Thanks Chris! I appreciate the words in your comment. Hope to sit you on the water soon. Tight lines buddy!
Thanks for the vid.....I hope one day my garage looks as good as your dad’s
You're welcome. I'm going to pass this comment on to my Dad about is garage. Thanks for watching Alex!
Good to know! Thanks for the video!
You're welcome. I fished from a kayak for years and never made this type of repair but it will work for both Solo Skiff and kayak. Any type of plastic really.
would be great if solo skiff folks would put some vids out
Great video that's gonna be useful once everyone waiting for theirs get as much use out of the solo as you have. Helps take the intimidation out of working on your own boat! How did the motor cause that gouge in the back? Is it from transporting with the outboard attached or use on the water?
Thanks Chris. I'm not sure about how the motor caused the gouge in the back. I think the transom flexes slightly when riding in choppy waters and/or bringing the motor down from the up position. The guy in Morro Bay that was talking to me after I got done fishing around Thanksgiving time pointed it out to me. Some of the paint was missing on the motor from it rubbing. I'm going to keep an eye on that area and I'll let you know if I find out exactly what is going on.
woah....easy bra....those solo skiffs are backordered for who knows how long
You're right. They are backed up but it won't keep me from using mine and sharing the content I get with all my amazing viewers. Thanks for watching Rob Fish.
Sometimes solo effort just won't get it done. I want your Dad's garage.
It always help to have another set of hands, eyes, and a different point of view. I love my Dad and his garage. Thanks Nick!
What would we do without dad's?
So true. MI love my Dad. He is awesome. My biggest supporter and a source of inspiration. Thanks for watching and the support Ling COD. Tight lines!
@@SDFishandSips, keep it coming!
Look up Gator-guard.com they sell a keel guard made for kayaks it will work for the solo skiffs I think it will work for you
Thanks Britt. I read about the Gator Guard prior to making my own. I opted to make my own based on the price point of the Gator Guard. The Gator Guard kayak skid plate I found online cost $60 to buy. Thanks for watching and the info.
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