I can't believe how many negative comments you have gotten on this video. I appreciate you making this video and telling us what has worked for you. Everyone's situation is different (i.e. different yaks, setups, goals, etc) so obviously what works for one may not work for another. But I don't see the need for some of these people to be so snarky with their comments. I just purchased an Old Town Topwater PDL and can't wait to get it out on Guntersville Lake for some bass fishing and Weiss Lake for some crappie fishing. It will be my first time fishing from a kayak and this video has given me some ideas on what to carry with me. Keep up the good work!
Thanks my friend! Well said! That was my intentions to give some ideas that folks might have not thought of. There are always haters out there. Positive comments like yours keeps me going for sure. Nice kayak! My friend has one and it’s awesome. You are going to catch a bunch of fish in that thing. Send me pics on Instagram of your first fish. Tight lines!
*Exceeded my expectations **enjoyable.fishing** recommend in quality & appearance - bought this for my 9 yr old daughter, but would recommend it for any age girl*
Great video with excellent advice. One thing I would add as a safety point is when you’re waterproofing yourself, NEVER use waders. Always make sure that water can drain out the bottom of the pant legs. The reason for this is if you do flip over when wearing waders, water can get trapped inside the waders and weigh you down making it way harder to get back in the kayak. Depending on how much water gets trapped it can be next to impossible without help.
Good video - Academy, NRS, great places to find stuff you need. Down here on the gulf coast, I also carry a handheld VHF. Even if fishing inshore, if something bad happens and you need help ASAP, a VHF radio will work when a cell phone may not. Plus, if your fishing buddies also have one, you can communicate with them on the water. Very helpful.
Great tips my friend! Thanks for commenting. Can you send me a link of the VHF you use? Love to get one especially with the perks it has you shared. Tight lines!
@@Itchin2Fish I have two Standard Horizon HX 290's. They work well and they float. I've had them a few years, I'm sure there are newer models. You can monitor Ch. 9 and 16 while talking on another, plus they carry the NWS weather forecasts. If you need to be rescued, the USCG can home in on VHF radio - not so with a cellphone. It takes the search out of search-and-rescue.
Yak Life thanks for the comment. TH-cam is great for learning and seeing what others do. That's how it all began for me 6 years ago. I watch a lot of different channels trying to improve myself daily. Looking forward to watching & learning from your channel. Nice Channel name man by the way! I subbed you.
Itchin'2Fish appreciate it man! I’m just getting started on this whole thing. I’m hoping 2019 will be a big year for me. I’ve been fishing for years, but mostly rivers for smallmouth. I’m getting into more of the lake fishing this year. Hoping to have some videos coming out soon
I've been a kayaker for many years, but just recently decided to try my luck fishing. Thanks for the video and the good ideas for stuff to pack. Springdale/Fayetteville Arkansas area here.
@@Itchin2Fish Jackson Cruise 12. It is a great boat. We spend a lot of time on the Buffalo and Kings Rivers and occasionally the Illinois over near the Oklahoma border. I'm going to start hitting a few small lakes up here and give this fishing thing a shot.
Love Jackson kayaks, had a Coosa. Kings has been on my bucket list. Heard the smallmouth fishing is good there. The kayak fishing bug is addictive. I started out mainly kayaking then the bug got me. Now that’s all I want to do. 😂
@@Itchin2Fish The Kings is very under appreciated. It's very scenic and we've always met nothing but super nice folks up and down it. What boat are you using and what is a PFD you'd recommend for fishing? I currently have a NRS Clearwater with the higher back foam.
Currently, I’m on a Inflatable SUP. Just posted that video. I sold my kayak and shopping at the moment. NRS PFDs are awesome! I like the NRS Chinook for fishing especially with the pockets
LK McCray thanks for the comment! I use to forget to bring my tools all the time. If I would have done that with the helix pd video, I would have been up a lake without a paddle.
THANKS! yes good point, those are all great too! thought about mentioning those too, but the video was getting long already. lol The only thing I don't use is the paddle leash. I have a nice one, but gets in my way constantly plus my hooks get hung up sometimes. I will regret it one day when i realize my paddle is 50 feet from me floating off.
@@Itchin2Fish yeah I can't wait. Most of my fishing has been bankrobbing and wading. This is going to really open things up and allow me to create better content.
Man the boots are killer! Last year we were breaking ice one morning and I got out to get rid of my coffee and a foot went into the water... if it’s under 60 outside, I will always be wearing waterproof boots
I recently bought my first kayak and have been out once on it. This is a very good video. I took a few notes and have subscribed. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Greg Mayo That sounds great Greg. Obviously you enjoyed your first experience as I did. Best wishes if you’re fishing. Be careful out there and have fun.
Pixx4you thanks for the support. Still learning the camera side of things. It's kind of awkward. LOL especially watching yourself and making the next video better. Live and Learn.
i recently bought a 3 waters big fish 105 i think the only things i will add to it will be bag for cell phone/wallet or other items in my pocket 2 low profile rod holders on the track anchor mount and paddle holder and a storage box in the back and thats it life vest ill have on with this vid i just see to many things maybe 2 or 3 of them would be needed but if u added all that i hope u have it labeled or else u going to be out on the water unable to find anything with out having to tear half the kayak apart to find it.
Welcome to the kayak club! Not sure how much experience you have in kayak fishing, but what I carry is no where near what a lot of folks carry. The first part of the video is just different storage options to keep your stuff dry in one storage area. From pricey to dirt cheap. Choose which one is best for you. The only other thing I can see where you say I'm overloaded for say is my staple box. The contents of the box fits all in my center hatch under my seat. Doesn't take up any space and adds less than a pound of weight. If you leash your stuff correctly you won't lose it. If you look on my crate you will see a place where my ruler fits and leashes dangling off the side. My kayak is rated for 450 pounds. I weigh 200. Not only does kayak companies make kayaks to hold more weight for bigger guys but also for gear. I carry camera gear as well with extra batteries. Others carry that and a big drone for your viewing pleasure. Some don't need that cuz they are not filming. as you gain experience or your hobby turns into passion you will be surprised of what your kayak will look like in the future. I started with very little, but 8 years have went by and I realized I wasn't prepared or caught myself in a pinch and borrowing from my kayak peers. The other items I listed are pilers, better have those; wetsuit and boots; rod sleeves for traveling. Flash light/ headlamps for when I'm tying on a lure in the dark or paddling back to the dock for safety. If you think this is too much then you will be shocked and start asking on Facebook for pics of peoples kayaks on the water. Everyone is different and fish for different species. Some fish for a few hours and others like myself are on the water all day. This is what I needed, may be different for you. I gave folks ideas or to consider some new things. You may choose what to use but there is not a universal 10 items that you only need across the country. Everyone has different list depending on the circumstances. Just do your homework and be prepared. Tight lines and thanks for your comment.
@@Itchin2Fish i didn't mean to discourage any one in my posts suppose im a bit excited and have searched many sites in finding best stable kayak and what is good to have on it. Ive never been in a kayak. I even got someone who has been in the kayak business for 15 years tell me to get a longer kayak cause stability is only good for beginners afterward performance and speed will be the thing to buy as a fisherman i strongly disagree and for speed i could care less i grew up in my grampa's row boat im a all day fisherman to unfornatly there are some fish i dont think i will fish for in it as for things i need i have followed closely to some vids that seemed to go hand in hand with things to not throw a bunch of stuff in the front where u will be paddeling and the wieght im 120 pounds i know the kayak can hold alot more but doesnt mean i want to pile it down i also dont have a drivers licence yet so transporting it will be much harder then most of the people who read this comment if i wanted the kayak to be heavy i would of bought a heavy one if the one i get is to slow ill slap a trolling motor on it it is customizable in the center for trolling motor for bigger lakes with out being out of energy by the time u get to your fishing spot or if u are on a river and after all day of fishing u want to use less energy just getting back to u was up river
I'm easy going. I didn't feel like you came off any negative way. I just wanted to give you more details. You got some great thoughts. Yeah I agree with you. Speed is less important to me than stability. The only time I ran into that was when I had a Jackson Coosa which is made for moving water, well I took it on a big lake and it was bad. So I got a kayak that is good in 90% of the waters I fish. Stay safe, wear a PFD and explore brother.
@@Itchin2Fish the one i got is made for rivers lakes and the ocean its an all around kayak for 800. What separates this kayak from the rest is the price an the amount of customization's that can be applied to it with 2 feel free accessory tracks on each side an is rutter ready but doesnt come with rutter as for storing stuff under the seat you dont want to do that on this one cause of seat adjustment i can pull the seat all the way up an have open deck space an use the seat to lean on while standing an fishing
Suggest hydrogen peroxide in a small spray bottle for any cuts from hooks or fish. Walmart has them in the small travel accessories section for less than $1
One items I would add to this is make sure your pliers have the ability to cut hooks. I always carry a pair of linemen pliers. I encountered a guy that had hooked himself pretty bad with a treble hook for Pike and was trying to limp paddle back to his truck. He didn't have anything to cut off the barbs. I nipped them off and was able to bandage him up and pull out the hooks.
You are right! I failed to mention quality on the oilers. I know the feeling. Happened to me in this video. Luckily I had a good set of pliers. Tight lines friend! th-cam.com/video/hq0EEb7Qpso/w-d-xo.html
If I had to add to the list I would say sun block, bug spray, bug net hood or hat, small 2nd paddle, safety whistle or mini air horn, survival blanket, water, lighter, multi purpose tool, and trash bags.
and remember there is nothing wrong with keeping it bare minimum. just being out there and you can always upgrade if you like it. i got cheap sit on top 8 foot kayak. sure it tracks bad but im just using it on small lake off a main dammed bigger lake. but ya just got one box to hold a couple planos and soft plastics. a couple rod holders screwed to it. some rod holder leashes for when rods are sitting in the holders. box strapped to kayak with a leash to main yak and the bungees holding it from the top. thats it. i prob need to do some anchor just mainly to be on the back with a semi quick release. i couldnt find the quickest release system locally. but i did find a zig zag type cleet so ill prob just rivet that on the side quickly to reach and tie a rope from back small cleat to freely a foot past the zig zag cleat and attach the anchor with that system. i think the small lake is only around 30-40 foot deep so will probably do a 80 foot small anchor. basically probably around 150 dollars to be on top of water. oh and a cheap pdf so maybe another 20 on that. so around 170$
Awesome setup and tips! My first kayak was an Old Town Vapor. I had it setup in a similar way. Whatever gets you on the water quicker and safer. Tight lines!
I just have tape measures everywhere lol my Old Town topwater 120 has a 15 inch ruler on the floor pad that comes factory made and I added a 40 inch waterproof tape to the side, a 10 foot tape measure, and a paddle with a 40 inch ruler
Lol....I work at a hospital and we see it all. Blood will sometimes be an issue too. You want to save lives, but at the same time not harm your own. Thanks for the comment
I learned the hard way. Lost my keys and prescription glasses on a trip. Kerp your valuables locked and tethered. Costed me almost $600 to replace both.
3rd or 4th time watching, all I need is shoes. Since time has past would you add anything to this list? Thanks for showing me how to enjoy fishing on your other videos.
Appreciate the support! Besides pfd and paddle, my biggest tip would be if it doesn’t float use leashes or something to make it float. I have lost two pairs of pliers fishing with them falling overboard. My dad has lost two fishing poles as well. I’m this video I mentioned some cheap tips. Mainly it’s fishing poles and pilers. My last video floating over the falls, my front GoPro fell overboard, luckily I had a cheap pool noodle around the pole to keep it above water. Or I would have been out $300. 😂 th-cam.com/video/XJMfOLAA6D0/w-d-xo.html Appreciate it and thanks for watching.
@@Itchin2Fish I've tied corks to my pliers and fish grips. A lifesaver looking slice of pool noodle is looped in my phone tethered. And six of the rod floats. I had a PFD before a fishing rod for family function.
Central Arkansas. Most fishing is done on lakes in Central AR. Several are stained and a few are clear. I travel the state to fish springs, rivers, creeks and other lakes. I do go to Florida once a year and target Spanish Mackerel. Hoping to hit a few lakes in Texas this year as well as fish Toledo Bend on the Louisiana side again. Welcome to the sport! It's an awesome adventure each time.
Floats! Held it under too and it popped up instantly. I would leash it to your vessel though especially on a river. It would float down fast before you even realize it was gone.
Thanks for watching! It’s the Rapala brand. I got them at Bass Pro. They have them online at other vendors too. Strong! I used them today actually. Built to last and rust proof.
Winter time I’ll be ice fishing lol 😂 I live in a small town somethings I don’t really have to deal with like water proof pants 15 minute walk to where I want to go fishing it don’t bother me to have fish slime on me that’s why I have school clothes and “work” clothes
Bro you got my follow you went on about the burrito and the wipes and the hand sanitizer and you kept saying you know what I’m saying and it was kinda funny
thanks for the comment! I was hoping to shed some light for the beginners. I'm a beginner going on 6 years.....haven't made it to the pro level yet...lol
u should speak on how to be over equipped yea safety is the top thing but when u add to many things and u spend your time on the water moving around in the kayak having to sort through a ton of stuff u will hardly ever use and the risk to flip it increases best to have a few storage areas with everything u need instead of a bunch of different boxes an bags might as well make your boat into a suit case
Chris Gruver example 1) you are floating on a river and you have one vehicle upstream and one down, 6 hour float total. Your seat breaks and you no longer have back support and you have 4 hours left. What would you do? 2) you are fishing in a kayak tournament on a big lake and your rudder gets loose an hour and half into the tournament. Will you say oh well didn't bring my tools so I will steer with the paddle the rest of the day or will you take an Allen wrench that you packed and re tighten the bolt and your good again. Couple of real issues that happened. Zip ties fixed my seat and I was comfy the rest of the day. Be prepared if not could ruin the rest of your day. My kayak is complex pedal drive. You don't have that so you might not need the tools I need. But your seat may break one day. Have something to fix it. Tight lines!
@@Itchin2Fish ill be pulling this kayak behind a bicycle till i get my licence and can drive my truck i recently bought also im not experienced i did buy a 300 dollar carbon fiber and fiberglass paddle best paddle i could find want to get 3 rod holders some ball thing and a small anker
3 paddle holders i mean and 2 rod holders for bass fishing each person has there own unique way in fishing i fish for bass the same as i fish for catfish cast and leave it set and watch the line so having to rod holders near me would be good the only things im concerned with and unsure about is where to put the fish a friend said to get a floating bucket but want to do as little leaning over the kayak as possible i was thinking of having a cooler as a bucket so i can close the lid after i put a fish in but will need to fill it before i start out paddleing
@@Itchin2Fish also your set up may not be the same as mine cause there are many kayaks out there with many different features mine doesnt have to many compartments just a small tub in the middle every thing is open im sure i will figure out what i need an dont need once i get out there
@@Itchin2Fish my room mate is convinced im going to flip it as soon as i stand up in it he has never been in a stable kayak only sit in ones that were very flippy i have plans to go with him to the upper peninsula no fishing just kayaking and looking at all the different rock sides i hope by then i can show him up
@@Itchin2Fish Nice, last kayak I did was south of Grand Rapids, Michigaon on the Thornapple 3 weeks ago. My buddy got 2 nice pike on spinners, I worked a Mepps inline for nada, but switched to a piker kit pink Mepps spoon and landed a 17"+ Smallie, with an Old Style in my other hand!
rocky martin oh yeah! You have that nice hatch behind you which is great! My first kayak was a old town Vapor. Loved that kayak. It was like yours. The best thing that worked for me in staying organized was to have a small tackle bag with a shoulder strap. I would have that bag up under the nose of my kayak out of the way and when I needed something I would grab the strap between my legs and pull it to me. Worked like a charm. I would get a dry box for my valuables and place it by your seat or in your back hatch out of the way. I like keeping my phone in my life jacket with a waterproof thing around. Just in case I flip and the kayak drifts away, I can call for help vs it being in my kayak sunk or floating away. It’s good to do that with your keys and wallet too but for sure your phone.
Fake Seattle Sounders FC thanks for the comment. I live in the Conway area and commute to LR daily. In LR there is the Little Maumelle River which is good. There is also some creeks off the AR river around Camp Robinson. I fish the north half of the state mainly. Buffalo River, Spring River, Cadron Creek, Piney Creek and Crooked Creek. My home lake for say is Lake Conway. Fished it today actually.
totally agree! for anyone reading this comment and myself, can you share something that would keep us warm, dry and able to keep the water out for safety? thanks for the comment! I've been more worried about comfort and warmth vs safety.........
Way late to the party here but neoprene boots work great, can find some with thin rubber soles etc and can't fill with water, also great for winter months to keep the toes warm
@@Itchin2Fish awesome ! It’s a great state for outdoors for sure ! Subscribed today after finding a kayaking video I needed so I can start setting mine up
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I can't believe how many negative comments you have gotten on this video. I appreciate you making this video and telling us what has worked for you. Everyone's situation is different (i.e. different yaks, setups, goals, etc) so obviously what works for one may not work for another. But I don't see the need for some of these people to be so snarky with their comments. I just purchased an Old Town Topwater PDL and can't wait to get it out on Guntersville Lake for some bass fishing and Weiss Lake for some crappie fishing. It will be my first time fishing from a kayak and this video has given me some ideas on what to carry with me. Keep up the good work!
Thanks my friend! Well said! That was my intentions to give some ideas that folks might have not thought of. There are always haters out there. Positive comments like yours keeps me going for sure. Nice kayak! My friend has one and it’s awesome. You are going to catch a bunch of fish in that thing. Send me pics on Instagram of your first fish. Tight lines!
Great reminder of the things you should have to make your day and life easier while kayak fishing. I need them all I’ve been so lucky
Appreciate you watching and commenting. Stay safe
Very helpful I feel very very un prepared for fishing in my kayak, so now I'm on my way to the store
Appreciate it! Glad to help! Thanks for watching
*Exceeded my expectations **enjoyable.fishing** recommend in quality & appearance - bought this for my 9 yr old daughter, but would recommend it for any age girl*
Thanks for the info! Glad your daughter is into it.
Great video with excellent advice. One thing I would add as a safety point is when you’re waterproofing yourself, NEVER use waders. Always make sure that water can drain out the bottom of the pant legs. The reason for this is if you do flip over when wearing waders, water can get trapped inside the waders and weigh you down making it way harder to get back in the kayak. Depending on how much water gets trapped it can be next to impossible without help.
Didn’t think about that. Good advice! Thanks for watching
As someone looking to get into kayak fishing this info is gold
Thanks for the positive comment!
Good video - Academy, NRS, great places to find stuff you need. Down here on the gulf coast, I also carry a handheld VHF. Even if fishing inshore, if something bad happens and you need help ASAP, a VHF radio will work when a cell phone may not. Plus, if your fishing buddies also have one, you can communicate with them on the water. Very helpful.
Great tips my friend! Thanks for commenting. Can you send me a link of the VHF you use? Love to get one especially with the perks it has you shared. Tight lines!
@@Itchin2Fish I have two Standard Horizon HX 290's. They work well and they float. I've had them a few years, I'm sure there are newer models. You can monitor Ch. 9 and 16 while talking on another, plus they carry the NWS weather forecasts. If you need to be rescued, the USCG can home in on VHF radio - not so with a cellphone. It takes the search out of search-and-rescue.
Lmao 🤣 “ Guys You never Know ! “
thanks for the comment, you don't lol
I bought that tackle box and keep my big one at home. I just bring the lures hooks etc for the fish I'm fishing for that day saves a ton of room
Good tip! Lighter the better. Thanks for the comment
Good stuff here. Appreciate the practical advice. As a minimalist, I approve.
Appreciate the support and positive comment! Stay safe out there. Thanks again
Great intro to gear video. Thank you!
Nice Video.I'm always looking to improve my setup, and there is no better way then seeing what other people take out with them. Tight lines-
Yak Life thanks for the comment. TH-cam is great for learning and seeing what others do. That's how it all began for me 6 years ago. I watch a lot of different channels trying to improve myself daily. Looking forward to watching & learning from your channel. Nice Channel name man by the way! I subbed you.
Itchin'2Fish appreciate it man! I’m just getting started on this whole thing. I’m hoping 2019 will be a big year for me. I’ve been fishing for years, but mostly rivers for smallmouth. I’m getting into more of the lake fishing this year. Hoping to have some videos coming out soon
@@tlashley AWESOME! wish you the best! looking forward to your vids
I've been a kayaker for many years, but just recently decided to try my luck fishing. Thanks for the video and the good ideas for stuff to pack.
Springdale/Fayetteville Arkansas area here.
Chuck Ball awesome! I’m from the Conway area. What kind of kayak do you have? Thanks for the comment and support.
@@Itchin2Fish Jackson Cruise 12. It is a great boat. We spend a lot of time on the Buffalo and Kings Rivers and occasionally the Illinois over near the Oklahoma border.
I'm going to start hitting a few small lakes up here and give this fishing thing a shot.
Love Jackson kayaks, had a Coosa.
Kings has been on my bucket list. Heard the smallmouth fishing is good there.
The kayak fishing bug is addictive. I started out mainly kayaking then the bug got me. Now that’s all I want to do. 😂
@@Itchin2Fish The Kings is very under appreciated. It's very scenic and we've always met nothing but super nice folks up and down it.
What boat are you using and what is a PFD you'd recommend for fishing? I currently have a NRS Clearwater with the higher back foam.
Currently, I’m on a Inflatable SUP. Just posted that video. I sold my kayak and shopping at the moment. NRS PFDs are awesome! I like the NRS Chinook for fishing especially with the pockets
A lot of common sense stuff but you put it together well and kept it interesting. Great job!
LK McCray thanks for the comment! I use to forget to bring my tools all the time. If I would have done that with the helix pd video, I would have been up a lake without a paddle.
I keep my drone in the harbor freight dry box. Works good!
Great idea and you saved $100's. Thanks for the comment
Great video. Very informative. I always carry a rope in case I need a tow. Also, I made a paddle leash and rod holder leashes. A PDF and whistle.
THANKS! yes good point, those are all great too! thought about mentioning those too, but the video was getting long already. lol The only thing I don't use is the paddle leash. I have a nice one, but gets in my way constantly plus my hooks get hung up sometimes. I will regret it one day when i realize my paddle is 50 feet from me floating off.
Im a newbie. Are you required to wear life vest at all times? It gets kinda hot at times
Good suggestions! I don't use the boxes but have lots of dry bags. I dont use pliers and use forceps. I think they work better.
I love dry bags, use them often. I have a pair of forceps as well. They work great too
Forceps work great with trebels.
This dudes low key funny af lol
Dillon Dees lol
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Man this video was what I needed. Just got into kayak fishing. Great channel and video.
Appreciate you watching and welcome to the kayak club! I try to share when I can from experience.
@@Itchin2Fish yeah I can't wait. Most of my fishing has been bankrobbing and wading. This is going to really open things up and allow me to create better content.
Man the boots are killer! Last year we were breaking ice one morning and I got out to get rid of my coffee and a foot went into the water... if it’s under 60 outside, I will always be wearing waterproof boots
They are! Good thing you had those boots on. Tight lines! Thanks for watching
“And if I do drop it…purushhhhh” LMAO 🤣
I’m all about the sound effects. 😂 thanks for watching
Love my frogg togg stuff. Great cocerage on all. Well done
Thanks for the comment! Love them myself. Time for a new pair. Mine are badly stained. 😂
I recently bought my first kayak and have been out once on it. This is a very good video. I took a few notes and have subscribed. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Congrats! I love kayaking. Going this weekend actually. Stay safe my friend and thanks for the support.
Went this evening for the first time. Going again in morning to lake blacksheere GA
Fishing or just for a paddle?
Itchin'2Fish
Thank you! Do also stay safe
Greg Mayo
That sounds great Greg. Obviously you enjoyed your first experience as I did. Best wishes if you’re fishing. Be careful out there and have fun.
Great video and information!!
Thanks bud
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Great ideas well presented - many thanks ..!
Pixx4you thanks for the support. Still learning the camera side of things. It's kind of awkward. LOL especially watching yourself and making the next video better. Live and Learn.
Beautiful lakes in Arkansas,
But my favorite is Bubba's Catfish to go food truck in Hot Springs. That shit was good!!!
I will have to check it out. Thanks for watching and commenting
@@Itchin2Fish I traveled to Eureka Spings, Fort Smith, Furke, and Hot springs from Ohio back in May
i recently bought a 3 waters big fish 105 i think the only things i will add to it will be bag for cell phone/wallet or other items in my pocket 2 low profile rod holders on the track anchor mount and paddle holder and a storage box in the back and thats it life vest ill have on with this vid i just see to many things maybe 2 or 3 of them would be needed but if u added all that i hope u have it labeled or else u going to be out on the water unable to find anything with out having to tear half the kayak apart to find it.
Welcome to the kayak club! Not sure how much experience you have in kayak fishing, but what I carry is no where near what a lot of folks carry. The first part of the video is just different storage options to keep your stuff dry in one storage area. From pricey to dirt cheap. Choose which one is best for you. The only other thing I can see where you say I'm overloaded for say is my staple box. The contents of the box fits all in my center hatch under my seat. Doesn't take up any space and adds less than a pound of weight. If you leash your stuff correctly you won't lose it. If you look on my crate you will see a place where my ruler fits and leashes dangling off the side. My kayak is rated for 450 pounds. I weigh 200. Not only does kayak companies make kayaks to hold more weight for bigger guys but also for gear. I carry camera gear as well with extra batteries. Others carry that and a big drone for your viewing pleasure. Some don't need that cuz they are not filming. as you gain experience or your hobby turns into passion you will be surprised of what your kayak will look like in the future. I started with very little, but 8 years have went by and I realized I wasn't prepared or caught myself in a pinch and borrowing from my kayak peers. The other items I listed are pilers, better have those; wetsuit and boots; rod sleeves for traveling. Flash light/ headlamps for when I'm tying on a lure in the dark or paddling back to the dock for safety. If you think this is too much then you will be shocked and start asking on Facebook for pics of peoples kayaks on the water. Everyone is different and fish for different species. Some fish for a few hours and others like myself are on the water all day. This is what I needed, may be different for you. I gave folks ideas or to consider some new things. You may choose what to use but there is not a universal 10 items that you only need across the country. Everyone has different list depending on the circumstances. Just do your homework and be prepared. Tight lines and thanks for your comment.
@@Itchin2Fish i didn't mean to discourage any one in my posts suppose im a bit excited and have searched many sites in finding best stable kayak and what is good to have on it. Ive never been in a kayak. I even got someone who has been in the kayak business for 15 years tell me to get a longer kayak cause stability is only good for beginners afterward performance and speed will be the thing to buy as a fisherman i strongly disagree and for speed i could care less i grew up in my grampa's row boat im a all day fisherman to unfornatly there are some fish i dont think i will fish for in it as for things i need i have followed closely to some vids that seemed to go hand in hand with things to not throw a bunch of stuff in the front where u will be paddeling and the wieght im 120 pounds i know the kayak can hold alot more but doesnt mean i want to pile it down i also dont have a drivers licence yet so transporting it will be much harder then most of the people who read this comment if i wanted the kayak to be heavy i would of bought a heavy one if the one i get is to slow ill slap a trolling motor on it it is customizable in the center for trolling motor for bigger lakes with out being out of energy by the time u get to your fishing spot or if u are on a river and after all day of fishing u want to use less energy just getting back to u was up river
I'm easy going. I didn't feel like you came off any negative way. I just wanted to give you more details. You got some great thoughts. Yeah I agree with you. Speed is less important to me than stability. The only time I ran into that was when I had a Jackson Coosa which is made for moving water, well I took it on a big lake and it was bad. So I got a kayak that is good in 90% of the waters I fish. Stay safe, wear a PFD and explore brother.
@@Itchin2Fish the one i got is made for rivers lakes and the ocean its an all around kayak for 800. What separates this kayak from the rest is the price an the amount of customization's that can be applied to it with 2 feel free accessory tracks on each side an is rutter ready but doesnt come with rutter as for storing stuff under the seat you dont want to do that on this one cause of seat adjustment i can pull the seat all the way up an have open deck space an use the seat to lean on while standing an fishing
Great video! Thanks. Very instructive. Love your sense of humour and accent! :-)
Thanks! Southern Boy...I’m sure you noticed. How long have you been kayaking?
@@Itchin2Fish Not long. I've rented some sea kayaks a few years ago, but this is my first.
LOL..."and a partridge in a pear tree..."
Great idea's! Have most of that in my Kayak.
Hook, Line and Kyle P awesome! What's the one thing you can't leave home without besides lures and rods/reels?
Your flashlight don't work, just saying!
Also Live in Arkansas and enjoy kayak fishing
Sweet! Will have to fish sometime together
@@Itchin2Fish Absolutely!
Great video keep up the good work definitely subscribing!!!
Clay Howes thanks for the comment and support!
Thank you so much for the tips just got a new kayak few days ago an wanting to set it up for fishing
Welcome to the club! Thanks for the comment and support
I just got my kayak saturday and tested it out Sunday.
Suggest hydrogen peroxide in a small spray bottle for any cuts from hooks or fish. Walmart has them in the small travel accessories section for less than $1
E J I like it. Great tip!
Love this video too! Lots of new things i need to get
Thanks for commenting and the support
Great content, keep it going...
Highly practical stuff ... nice job
Thanks for the positive comment! Tight lines and paddle safe.
good shit dude thanks for the info
Thanks!
This video was awesome man. Thank you for this it really helped!
Glad I could help! Tight lines and thanks for watching.
Lots of good advice. Thank you
Thanks for watching! Tight lines and stay safe
Another must have is a kayak. And paddle🤗
or a trolling motor
One items I would add to this is make sure your pliers have the ability to cut hooks. I always carry a pair of linemen pliers. I encountered a guy that had hooked himself pretty bad with a treble hook for Pike and was trying to limp paddle back to his truck. He didn't have anything to cut off the barbs. I nipped them off and was able to bandage him up and pull out the hooks.
You are right! I failed to mention quality on the oilers. I know the feeling. Happened to me in this video. Luckily I had a good set of pliers. Tight lines friend!
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Totally agree!
If I had to add to the list I would say sun block, bug spray, bug net hood or hat, small 2nd paddle, safety whistle or mini air horn, survival blanket, water, lighter, multi purpose tool, and trash bags.
Absolutely! Great additions! Thanks for watching
Good stuff !
Thanks for watching! Tight lines
and remember there is nothing wrong with keeping it bare minimum. just being out there and you can always upgrade if you like it. i got cheap sit on top 8 foot kayak. sure it tracks bad but im just using it on small lake off a main dammed bigger lake. but ya just got one box to hold a couple planos and soft plastics. a couple rod holders screwed to it. some rod holder leashes for when rods are sitting in the holders. box strapped to kayak with a leash to main yak and the bungees holding it from the top. thats it. i prob need to do some anchor just mainly to be on the back with a semi quick release. i couldnt find the quickest release system locally. but i did find a zig zag type cleet so ill prob just rivet that on the side quickly to reach and tie a rope from back small cleat to freely a foot past the zig zag cleat and attach the anchor with that system. i think the small lake is only around 30-40 foot deep so will probably do a 80 foot small anchor. basically probably around 150 dollars to be on top of water. oh and a cheap pdf so maybe another 20 on that. so around 170$
Awesome setup and tips! My first kayak was an Old Town Vapor. I had it setup in a similar way. Whatever gets you on the water quicker and safer. Tight lines!
I just have tape measures everywhere lol my Old Town topwater 120 has a 15 inch ruler on the floor pad that comes factory made and I added a 40 inch waterproof tape to the side, a 10 foot tape measure, and a paddle with a 40 inch ruler
You are covered for sure anywhere from crappie to musky. Good to have options lol
Hahah Face shield, it makes sense I suppose but I've never ever have contemplated lip/spit swapping when I go fishing .
Lol....I work at a hospital and we see it all. Blood will sometimes be an issue too. You want to save lives, but at the same time not harm your own. Thanks for the comment
Says get a fish ruler over 22", still does not show one long enough to nab a musky. lol
wish we had musky in the Arkansas. Those would be awesome to catch from a kayak.
Above your links my eyes at quick glance read: 'Broke my arm crappie fishing.'
Ha! It could happen with me being so clumsy. 😂 thanks for watching
Putting mine together
Awesome!
Good. Getting ready to first time kayak fishing. Greetings from Dallas,TX
Thanks for the comment and hello from Arkansas. Not too far from you.
I learned the hard way. Lost my keys and prescription glasses on a trip. Kerp your valuables locked and tethered. Costed me almost $600 to replace both.
Weasel 84x well said! Ouch! Sorry about your losses. I did loose a GOPRO on the video "Broke my Arm". After I tether my GoPros now. Just takes once. 😂
The case you got from Walmart isn't waterproof though. It's water resistant but not tested for full submersion
Great video you have a new sub and i will share this video. Thank you sharing links for the items.
thanks my friend. appreciate it a bunch!
3rd or 4th time watching, all I need is shoes. Since time has past would you add anything to this list? Thanks for showing me how to enjoy fishing on your other videos.
Appreciate the support! Besides pfd and paddle, my biggest tip would be if it doesn’t float use leashes or something to make it float. I have lost two pairs of pliers fishing with them falling overboard. My dad has lost two fishing poles as well. I’m this video I mentioned some cheap tips. Mainly it’s fishing poles and pilers. My last video floating over the falls, my front GoPro fell overboard, luckily I had a cheap pool noodle around the pole to keep it above water. Or I would have been out $300. 😂 th-cam.com/video/XJMfOLAA6D0/w-d-xo.html
Appreciate it and thanks for watching.
@@Itchin2Fish I've tied corks to my pliers and fish grips. A lifesaver looking slice of pool noodle is looped in my phone tethered. And six of the rod floats. I had a PFD before a fishing rod for family function.
@@LostInTackle you are set! Great ideas too!
Bang on brother 🇨🇦👍
I was in Banff Canada last summer! Canada is a beautiful country. Thanks for watching!
Where are you? Where do you do most of your fishing? Thanks for the tips. New to the sport.
Central Arkansas. Most fishing is done on lakes in Central AR. Several are stained and a few are clear. I travel the state to fish springs, rivers, creeks and other lakes. I do go to Florida once a year and target Spanish Mackerel. Hoping to hit a few lakes in Texas this year as well as fish Toledo Bend on the Louisiana side again. Welcome to the sport! It's an awesome adventure each time.
@@Itchin2Fish thanks. Tight lines.
Nice dude👍 I appreciate the tips!!
Thanks for watching and making a comment. Tight lines
@@Itchin2Fish You to
Thanks great info.
Thanks for watching and the comment.
Name brand and purchase location of pliers please.
Rapala Mag Spring Fishing Pliers
www.basspro.com/shop/en/rapala-mag-spring-fishing-pliers
I was 400th like😂👌🏻🔥🎣💪
The midget Fisherman ha! Thanks brother! Should had a giveaway for that. My bad. Thanks for the support
Does that off brand pelican case float in case of flipping?
I'm not 100% sure, but i will test it out tonight for you. i will message you back later. i'm pretty sure it does though.
Floats! Held it under too and it popped up instantly. I would leash it to your vessel though especially on a river. It would float down fast before you even realize it was gone.
@@Itchin2Fish thanks for testing it! I'll be picking one up tomorrow!
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I flipped a canoe and had my phone ,wallet keys in one of those Walmart ones .. floated and stayed perfectly dry..
Sounds more like a camping trip then a kayak ride.....dang. Kuttos to ya tho friend. Tight lines!!
Great video thank you what brand were your pliers I like the angled head on those
Thanks for watching! It’s the Rapala brand. I got them at Bass Pro. They have them online at other vendors too. Strong! I used them today actually. Built to last and rust proof.
Winter time I’ll be ice fishing lol 😂 I live in a small town somethings I don’t really have to deal with like water proof pants 15 minute walk to where I want to go fishing it don’t bother me to have fish slime on me that’s why I have school clothes and “work” clothes
I’ve fishing, what’s that? Don’t have that in ARKANSAS
How do you only have a 9 ft kayak for all that stuff.... I couldn't move if I hat that in my 12 ft kayak
Awesome Vic cheers, so help full.
Excal Assassin thanks for the positive comment and support! Tight lines!
That waterproof phone bag looks good and inexpensive, could you provide a link please?
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Fish Grips haha we dont use those in northern canada , grab em by the eyes like my grandfather showed me
We have gators, gar, bowfin and snapping turtles down here. Sounds like I need to move. 😂
@@Itchin2Fish Ya no gators up here thank god . I wouldnt even go if there were to be honest haha
@@thatsfacts4393 I hear ya. I avoid them too, but I’ve seen gators snagged by catfish noodles. I wouldn’t retrieve it. 😂
Thanks for the tips!
Thanks for the comment and support
Yeah a bass boat!!!
That would be nice. 😂
I don't recommend the clip on the 3rd item, the spring load needs recessed flush to prevent accidental opening
Good job
Appreciate it and thanks for watching
Very informative and interesting video. You kinda remind me of Heather LeCroix in Louisiana. She has some good videos too.
She's funny. thanks for the comment and support.
Great video!
Bro you got my follow you went on about the burrito and the wipes and the hand sanitizer and you kept saying you know what I’m saying and it was kinda funny
😂 I have a mind of a child. I apologize. Thanks for the comment and support
Itchin'2Fish nah man it’s great keep it up
Thanks!
Great video..👍
Thanks for watching and commenting
Good stuff !
Appreciate it! Thanks for watching! Tight lines!
New yak owner here. I would have never though of half of this stuff... Hand sanitizer! TP!
Thanks for this video.
Welcome to the club! TP never leave home without it. LOL, thanks for the comment
learn to dig a cat whole if your going on the shore and get flush able baby wipes so they break down quicker.
Excellent advise thanks
👍 so informative and entertaining
TeacherMom 22 thanks for the positive comment and support! I'm goofy.
Done
Good video!!
Thanks! Stay safe and tight lines!
Pretty much all the same things I take with me good vid
thanks for the comment! I was hoping to shed some light for the beginners. I'm a beginner going on 6 years.....haven't made it to the pro level yet...lol
u should speak on how to be over equipped yea safety is the top thing but when u add to many things and u spend your time on the water moving around in the kayak having to sort through a ton of stuff u will hardly ever use and the risk to flip it increases best to have a few storage areas with everything u need instead of a bunch of different boxes an bags might as well make your boat into a suit case
Chris Gruver example 1) you are floating on a river and you have one vehicle upstream and one down, 6 hour float total. Your seat breaks and you no longer have back support and you have 4 hours left. What would you do? 2) you are fishing in a kayak tournament on a big lake and your rudder gets loose an hour and half into the tournament. Will you say oh well didn't bring my tools so I will steer with the paddle the rest of the day or will you take an Allen wrench that you packed and re tighten the bolt and your good again. Couple of real issues that happened. Zip ties fixed my seat and I was comfy the rest of the day. Be prepared if not could ruin the rest of your day. My kayak is complex pedal drive. You don't have that so you might not need the tools I need. But your seat may break one day. Have something to fix it. Tight lines!
@@Itchin2Fish ill be pulling this kayak behind a bicycle till i get my licence and can drive my truck i recently bought also im not experienced i did buy a 300 dollar carbon fiber and fiberglass paddle best paddle i could find want to get 3 rod holders some ball thing and a small anker
3 paddle holders i mean and 2 rod holders for bass fishing each person has there own unique way in fishing i fish for bass the same as i fish for catfish cast and leave it set and watch the line so having to rod holders near me would be good the only things im concerned with and unsure about is where to put the fish a friend said to get a floating bucket but want to do as little leaning over the kayak as possible i was thinking of having a cooler as a bucket so i can close the lid after i put a fish in but will need to fill it before i start out paddleing
@@Itchin2Fish also your set up may not be the same as mine cause there are many kayaks out there with many different features mine doesnt have to many compartments just a small tub in the middle every thing is open im sure i will figure out what i need an dont need once i get out there
@@Itchin2Fish my room mate is convinced im going to flip it as soon as i stand up in it he has never been in a stable kayak only sit in ones that were very flippy i have plans to go with him to the upper peninsula no fishing just kayaking and looking at all the different rock sides i hope by then i can show him up
That 30" ruler is still too small I think you need at least a 45" or 55" ruler just in case you land a big Bull Redfish or a Snook the limit is 33"
Good point, wish we had those in AR.
double up your zip lock bags !!!
Good tip, stop the leakage. 😂
Bro I couldn’t tell you how many times the “welcome” sign comes in clutch when I’m out on the water..
I didn’t want to have to reply “your welcome” 100,000 times, so I figured the signed would be enough.
@@Itchin2Fish lmao bro that’s brilliant
@@Aware_of_myshelf 😂
How long we going for?
2 hours…..you should see me on an eight hour trip.
@@Itchin2Fish Nice, last kayak I did was south of Grand Rapids, Michigaon on the Thornapple 3 weeks ago. My buddy got 2 nice pike on spinners, I worked a Mepps inline for nada, but switched to a piker kit pink Mepps spoon and landed a 17"+ Smallie, with an Old Style in my other hand!
I live in Van Buren Arkansas what city do u live in
ExoticGaming hey neighbor! I live in Greenbrier. Any good fishing in Van Buren?
You seen my kayak today would there be anyway to keep stuff organized easy to get to?
rocky martin oh yeah! You have that nice hatch behind you which is great! My first kayak was a old town Vapor. Loved that kayak. It was like yours. The best thing that worked for me in staying organized was to have a small tackle bag with a shoulder strap. I would have that bag up under the nose of my kayak out of the way and when I needed something I would grab the strap between my legs and pull it to me. Worked like a charm. I would get a dry box for my valuables and place it by your seat or in your back hatch out of the way. I like keeping my phone in my life jacket with a waterproof thing around. Just in case I flip and the kayak drifts away, I can call for help vs it being in my kayak sunk or floating away. It’s good to do that with your keys and wallet too but for sure your phone.
And another kayak to tote behind for all that stuff...lol
Right! I just got a bigger kayak. Some might call it a boat. 😂
Nice coverage. I think you hit all the important things
Doug Mac thanks for the comment and support
The tackle box is difficult to get open.
It is, but it floats! Good trade off in my eyes. Tight lines!
Great video! I couldn’t help but notice your AR children’s hospital hat. Do you have any good places to kayak and fish in Little Rock?
Fake Seattle Sounders FC thanks for the comment. I live in the Conway area and commute to LR daily. In LR there is the Little Maumelle River which is good. There is also some creeks off the AR river around Camp Robinson. I fish the north half of the state mainly. Buffalo River, Spring River, Cadron Creek, Piney Creek and Crooked Creek. My home lake for say is Lake Conway. Fished it today actually.
Itchin'2Fish Have you ever fished for gar from a yak?
I have caught some on my kayak before. It wasn’t the targeted fish I was after but I did catch some by accident. Aggressive boogers
Gumboots isn’t smart if u tip it fills up with water and weighs u down
totally agree! for anyone reading this comment and myself, can you share something that would keep us warm, dry and able to keep the water out for safety? thanks for the comment! I've been more worried about comfort and warmth vs safety.........
Way late to the party here but neoprene boots work great, can find some with thin rubber soles etc and can't fill with water, also great for winter months to keep the toes warm
You fish Arkansas ? I’m from north central Ark
I do, I’m near Conway AR. Great state for the outdoor enthusiast.
@@Itchin2Fish awesome ! It’s a great state for outdoors for sure ! Subscribed today after finding a kayaking video I needed so I can start setting mine up
@@TheRyanweyh awesome! Appreciate the support too. Tight lines
Great vid,
thanks for the comment and support!