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Launching a Surf (Video Included) |
Kayak Fishing Tales: World Champion whitewater kayaker and obsessed kayak angler, Ken Whiting, explains how to make a successful kayak launch in a surf zone.
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Using a Baitcaster Part 1 (Video Included) |
Kayak Fishing Tales: There are a number of reasons to use a baitcaster over conventional spinning reels. In this two part miniseries, Jim Sammons explains why he considers the baitcaster a superior reel, how to get the most from it, and how to avoid the dreaded backlash.
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Using a Baitcaster Part 2 (Video Included) |
Kayak Fishing Tales: There are a number of reasons to use a baitcaster over conventional spinning reels. In this two part miniseries, Jim Sammons explains why he considers the baitcaster a superior reel, how to get the most from it, and how to avoid the dreaded backlash.
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Rocket Launcher (Video Included) |
Kayak Fishing Tales: Flush mount rod holders offer a simple and handy way to carry rods but one of their downfalls (particularly in saltwater) is that your reel sits close to the water and tends to stay wet. This is where a rocket launcher rod holder comes in and Jim Sammons shows his technique for making one at home.
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Kayak Krate (Video Included) |
Kayak Fishing Tales: Placing a crate in the rear tank well is a common technique for keeping waterproof gear close at hand. Kayak Kevin came up with a great technique to raise the crate off the tank well floor and keep his gear dryer.
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The Uni Knot (Video Included) |
Kayak Fishing Tales: The uni knot is one of the better ways of tying a leader to your main line, and in this episode Jim Sammons of La Jolla Kayak Fishing demonstrates how to do so.
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Matt Moyer's Marlin (Video Included) |
Kayak Fishing Tales: Matt Moyer successfully lands and releases a beautiful striped marlin off the East Cape of Baja.
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Muskie Hooks Angler (Video Included) |
Kayak Fishing Tales: Jamie Pistilli discovers what it's like to have a huge muskie plugs treble hook through his thumb, with an angry muskie on the other end.
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Clean Hands (Video Included) |
Kayak Fishing Tales: Kayak Kevin demonstrates a simple trick he's learned to get the sunscreen where it should be, while at the same time keeping it away from where it shouldn't be; on your fingers.
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Kayak Fly Fishing (Video Included) |
Kayak Fishing Tales: FFF certified fly casting instructor and kayak fishing guide Greg Bowdish offers some valuable casting tips for fly fishing from a kayak.
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Bungie Power (Video Included) |
Kayak Fish Tales: The cold, rough water of Alaska is unforgiving towards mistakes, and so Howard McKim has modified a few pieces of his gear to make his time on the water as safe as possible. In this article, Howard explains his use of bungies on the kayak—an easy modification that many kayak anglers will benefit from making.
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Paddling Technique - Draws (Video Included) |
Kayak Fish Tales: Two of the great things about kayak fishing is that offers anglers new opportunities for catching fish, and new challenges. One of the main challenges is learning to get the most of your kayak. Even though you don’t need to be an experienced kayaker to enjoy kayak fishing, there’s no doubt that by developing your paddling skills, you’ll become a more effective kayak angler. In this article, Ken Whiting explains how to use a draw stroke to maneuver your kayak more efficiently.
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Howard McKim Profile (Video Included) |
Kayak Fish Tales: After finishing college, Howard McKim moved from Texas to San Diego and quickly fell in love with the ocean. He did a lot of jetty and surf fishing in the beginning, but the desire to get further out on the water led to the purchase of his first kayak—and that kayak led to a whole new life! It wasn’t long before Howard made the big move up to Alaska, trading his ‘normal’ life to start a full time kayak fishing guiding business. Based in Ketchikan, Alaska, Howard runs Ketchikan Kayak Fishing, through which he shares the Alaskan kayak fishing experience and his passion for the sport.
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Matlacha (Video Included) |
Kayak Fish Tales: Just a short jaunt from Fort Myers, in South West Florida, you’ll find the little island town of Matlacha—a historic fishing village and artist community that provides immediate access to some of the best fishing in Florida. Matlacha is also home to Curt Peer and his Sun and Moon Inn—the ideal base for visiting kayak anglers.
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Kayak Fishing GAME ON – Film Teaser |
Kayak Fish Tales: FFF certified fly casting instructor and kayak fishing guide, Greg Bowdish, explains the challenges of fly fishing out of a kayak, and provides valuable tips for overcoming them.
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