CHEAPEST Kayak Fishing Setup for Beginners From Start to Finish

[@JoeOceanside]

Check out my insane NIGHT FISHING MICRO SKIFF build! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHSucpeqat6haJI

[@ddoxobb]

but cosco does not ship to Singapore

[@richdorak1547]

IMO ( my experience ) If you're so new to kayak fishing hat you're not even sure you're gonna enjoy it at all , buy the cheapest one you can find , use the crappy paddle that comes with it and ( if no built in rod holders. ) put together a milk crate with PVC made rod holders held with zip ties . All set to go . If it turns out that you don't like the sport you can sell a cheap boat in 1 day . No harm done . If you do like it you can buy or make better mods . Mainly, keep it simple ( and cheap ) in the beginning. Happy fishing ! Oh , and a fat car washing sponge . ( you'll see how handy they are )

[@moblack5883]

Thanks for the advice

[@richdorak1547]

@moblack5883 glad to help !

[@antcantmiss]

What’s the sponge for?

[@cleoalvaro3264]

The sponge and milk crate ideas are genius!

[@richdorak1547]

@cleoalvaro3264 all DIY kayak gear ideas borrowed from all across You Tube land . Lots of channels and talent out there . Do check them out . Happy fishing !

[@audioeeze8396]

This was the same kayak that I started with 8 years ago. I did a lot of the same upgrades you did. It served me well, and love that kayak. Since then, I have upgraded to a much more expensive kayak with Bixpy power, ect. I still have the lifetime to use on smaller creeks, or just a loaner to whoever wants to go with me. In my opinion the Lifetime is perfect for someone that's never been kayaking. They are surprisingly stable for the money. Nice video! By the way, those red plastic Folgers coffee container fits perfectly inside the compartment with velcro on the bottom. Everything will stay dry in there if you get water in your hull.

[@hoosier.daddy5000]

If you are just starting out, you can't go wrong with this at $300 or less. I started out with the Tahoma (same hull, different name from Walmart) and now that I own 9 kayaks, that first Tahoma will always have a special place in my heart and I still own it. I see this is called the Tioga here, but this same hull is sold by different names... The Tamarack and Tahoma are two other names this goes by with only small differences in the way it's outfitted, such as a foam cover on the seat back or a very thin foam seat cushion (I use a cut up yoga mat anyway), or built-in rod holders. If you are new to kayaking, get this, use it a bunch of times, and find out if you are into kayaking or not... It'll pay for itself in just a few uses (vs paying for rentals). Don't spend money outfitting it (unless you really like it and want to stick to it), and after you get a better feel for your specific kayaking preferences and needs, then you upgrade. All the different kayak hulls have their pros and cons and best uses for different scenarios, which is why I ended up with 9... Lol. I also own the longer, bigger brother to this calked the Lifetime Temptation or Lifetime Stealth. I really enjoyed it and used it a lot. I liked it better than the Tahoma... It's similar in many ways to my Tahoma, but longer (11ft), and a bit faster, and handles chop better, and a bit more comfortable because of the extra space. For what it's worth, my favorite kayak BY FAR is the 15ft Ocean Kayak Prowler 15. It's an amazing all-around kayak. It's fast, it's great in shallow water, great in choppy ocean water, and stable. I wouldn't try to stand in it... it's not made for standing, but it's just as stable as my Temptation. I would have to make an effort to flip it and I comfortably sit side-saddled all the time without any fear if flipping. You can find one used on OfferUp or Facebook for $300-$500. Have fun out there!

[@jlondon1441]

I grabbed a couple of those foam floor tiles from a dumpster dive next to a shop. They were older and had the connection pieces ripped off on one side, so I guess they were trash to them. Closed cell and comfy enough. Plus they were yellow so didn’t get screaming ass hot in the sun. Taped together some closed cell packing foam out of apples boxes from the grocery store for extra padding. Literally asked the guy stocking produce for some and he was happy to hand over the trash. It was replaced when I bought two throwable flotation pads. Used them as extra cushion for my seat for a while. Did the sticky backed Velcro to put those floor tile pads as foot pads afterwards. Went to craft store and bought sticky back felt for lining storage hole access. Keeps from getting scrapes or sleeves catching on edges.

[@los3r908]

I just got the lifetime tamarak and threw it on the roof of my civic. Freaking love it. Spent 4 hours on the lake, didn't catch anything but was so happy to be on the water in it.

[@bryanbambrick4826]

To prevent things moving around in the hull I stacked pool noodles on top of each other with duct tape / measured width of kayak in front + behind hatch / cut noodles to length + stuffed in hatch to provide barrier. If deck to hull distance is short or you get large pool noodles you can get away without stacking. Added Bonus - more flotation!

[@FishingKC15]

I have the same kayak, it's the one I started using and is great for a beginner. I have upgraded since to an Old Town Predator but kept my Lifetime for friends to go with me. I did flip this one a couple times on rivers and lost a very expensive rod so make sure EVERYTHING is leashed because it WILL flip.

[@deadxinxapril2870]

I bought this kayak based off of this video and it is amazing. i picked it up tied it down to my truck roof and went straight to my local lake and it was amazing

[@JoeOceanside]

Nice

[@Jwho32]

3 months later. Do you still feel the same about it?

[@kctyphoon]

I'm not a fishing guy - but seems to me an easy solution for your storage - you could just attach a keyring to your tackle boxes - and get a couple cheap carbineer hooks attached to a some tethers on the access doors. This way you can purposely slide your stuff all the way down the hull and make full use of the storage but still be able to retrieve it. Probably esp good for extras or some emergency supplies you want quick access to but don't plan on needing.

[@Immopimmo]

That's what I do on mine. Even got them color coded. 😂

[@stephenellis3609]

If you anchor a small cooler to the seat back behind you, it will keep it from falling forward. Plus you can have cold beers, waters, and some sandwiches on hand.

[@johndor1904]

I also agree this is a great first kayak. I have had other kayaks in the past (sit inside). I love sit on top kayaks, especially for first timers, kids, people who are not very bendy/athletic enough to climb into a sit inside. If you fall off/roll this yak, its easy enough most should be able to flip it back over if needed, and its easy to get back into/onto. This design is virtually unsinkable, even if you flip it, it still floats, and give you something to float on to shore or until someone comes and gets you. If you flip a sit inside, one you have to either roll it back over while still sitting in it under water, or come out of the upside down kayak under water, roll it over if you can, then bilge pump all the water out, then climb back in. Sounds easy don't it? I would say sit on tops are the perfect option for anyone just starting out, and I would say safer than other types of kayaks. I am also $450 into mine. I have mine setup with a fish finder, a net, a better longer and stiffer paddle, and a anchor with trolley system. A 1 gallon black plastic paint can from homedepot fits perfectly in the port/hatches. There are so many vids on youtube about kitting out this yak

[@someoldguy109]

I bought a Lifetime Yukon last year. Kayaks are so much fun!

[@ReelAnglerReviews]

You sold me on this Kayak, thank you! Picked one up at Tractor Supply for 199.99 I couldn't pass it up! I figure this will get me on the water immediately, and then i can upgrade eventually to exactly what i want and still have a spare Yak for friends and family to use!

[@FishboyRice]

its fricken crazy to me watching you put one of those things in the ocean. I live in Oregon on the pacific coast and I have a 1100 dollar kayak with all the accessories and im still not confident enough to put it in the pacific. Crazy how different our two oceans are.

[@DeSmith-o4b]

Paddling the Gulf of Mexico (throughout the Florida pan handle) is fun and easy. You have to keep an eye on sharks, boaters, currents, and weather. The water is mostly warm and calm like what you see in this video.

[@javierrivera9684]

Laughs in socal

[@artsteadman2230]

Not to mention hurricanes

[@ispy4725]

Dude you killed this video great job

[@JoeOceanside]

Thanks

[@chillios2222]

i was stoked getting my 10 foot kayak and mounting it up, i just had 2 crossbars on my roof , ran ratchet straps to front and rear, use a soft tackle holder on a cord and it will not get lost in the hull

[@tellmethatstory9889]

The Tioga is a pretty good kayak. I have the Teton 100 and honestly, the biggest difference is the seat and storage. The hulls are basically the same. I had a long time kayaker tell me not to buy a fishing kayak. Buy a recreational kayak and add your own rod holders. Rod holders are cheap, but when they add the word "angler", the price automatically goes up. the only problem I have with the lower end lifetime kayaks is the seat. The Teton has a great seat. great video.

[@mandaloresmercy]

One other note if you're drilling holes in the kayak -- I suggest using a marine grade sealant (easily found at home depot, west marine, or other places) under the piece you're mounting & in screw holes. It'll help prevent water from leaking inside for any chop or if you flip.

[@JoeOceanside]

Yeah, I thought about it. The star mount has a nice Gasket. The track screws probably could use some. And I definitely need to throw bolts with sealant into the stock paddle bungee holes

[@michael1529]

Bought the same kayak 2years ago. First timer. Love it. Great price.

[@nflisrigged1395]

Yes , bless tractor supply. I just got a Hydros 8.5 there .... 199.99 that's a deal 👌 I love it !!!! Electric green 💚

[@davidbigreels9809]

Lol I got that same kayak for fishing the bayous around here. Bringing the 2 person one from the, I have all tricked out like yours to Florida next week! 👏

[@KiwiBushcraftAndSurvival]

Excellent video, love the honesty, tips and showing the honest mistakes made. It certainly helps us that are learning!

[@thirdworldadv1312]

Thanks! Good basic information. I just bought a couple of these kayaks here in Belize and you answered several of my questions. We will use them the same way in rivers, lakes, and the sea.

[@cammi9948]

Fun to watch this video because roughly at the same time you posted this video I was doing the same thing with the same kayak. I would 100% replace the paddle as mine folded in half in the first few hours of paddling. Luckily weren’t far walmat had an ozark paddle thats way tougher for not much more

[@VelvetThunder27]

Your video inspired me to get this same kayak today. I have been looking to get into kayak fishing since I can't afford a boat, but managed to get it for $199 on sale from tractor supply. I figured it was a great deal considering how expensive things are going for these days.

[@MuahMan]

Been fishing out of this kayak for a couple of years. That seat is killing my ass. I'm finally ready to upgrade but this thing is what got me hooked on Kayak fishing. NuCanoe Unlimited time!

[@marvthedog1972]

OK.. i think i am sold. I've been debating on whether or not to save up some $$ and buy one of these. I was not sure on the stability of it but the ocean test really proved it to be good

[@Burttsyburtt]

Just bought one of these for 249 at my local tractor supply. Very high quality for the price.

[@jcox2728]

For a sit on top, specs say it's 51 lbs. which is super light, for a sit on top fishing kayak. I'm look for an entry-beginner setup. I don't foresee me having a ton of time or opportunity to fish. And I think your setup has me sold, that this is the solution for me. Thanks for the video. My tractor supply has it for $279!!!!

[@johnnychimpo8111]

Get a plastic 1 gallon paint can and cut the handle off and it will slide in perfectly to the cargo area. It will pull out easily if you need to access inside area and will keep your stuff dry and keep it from sliding out of reach.

[@JoeOceanside]

Amazing idea, thank you

[@johnnychimpo8111]

I did it to mine and added a ozark trail stadium seat to get out of the water and for way more comfort.

[@JoeOceanside]

@@johnnychimpo8111 which stadium seat? I need to get one

[@mandaloresmercy]

@@JoeOceanside for my tamarak I got the Cascade Mountain Tech stadium seat of amazon and a basic Coleman seat (not as good but better than plastic). Used short bungie cords and screw in nylon tie down eyes to attach. Any stadium seat that lifts you an inch or two off the plastic to keep you more dry is nice. I also plugged the scupper plug holes that were right under the seat so it'd splash in less. It's ok for calm water that way.

[@carrolte1]

maybe also some kind of netting in the cargo area could work and allow more room but keep from loosing completely.

[@Burgerbeast101]

great video, I'm just starting out my kayak fishing and I'm doing some research and this helped me figure out what I needed as far as accesories go

[@Ardeact]

That's 400 dollars well spent! Looks very fun and opens up a ton of possibilities of fishing

[@robnicolich6550]

Hey Joe, good vid, You can make partitions under dek with some foam and glue them in so your under deck storage doesn't slid the length of the boat. be safe.

[@pewcfpv8056]

Great job testing it in the waves. That really showcases the stability! Great kayak for the price.

[@stephenellis3609]

Just picked up my first kayak. It’s the exact same hull without the rod holders. But it was on sale for $250. The water deflectors are something I didn’t think about. But I immediately ordered scupper plugs to avoid the wet butt.

[@Bf.fishing]

This video made me purchase a kayak, I went with a pelican catch mode 110. Bought gopros can't wait to have some time to get it on its maiden voyage

[@greyscout01]

Nice video. I've got the folding Tucktec Kayak, which at 26 lbs total, I like, but I'm thinking of a sit on top because I do the River along Florida's Green Swamp... don't really like being down eye to eye with the Gators. Looks like my turf... West Central Florida. Fun video. Thanks for the info.

[@FishLite]

that is a great deal... keep us updated on any seat upgrade

[@planetdee3587]

For when you were in the ocean... not sure how much rope you can fit but an ankor might help for drift.

[@jonathanjames1864]

I plug some of my scupper holes so I don't get the soggy butt. I bought a bag of foam practice golf balls. They work great & were cheap.

[@paulmckeighan1679]

I also bought retractable leashes for my rods because I lost two rod’s in lake Champlain in New York out of my kayak and they were about $300 apiece for each set up so I learned my lesson quick

[@DEADMELLOX]

Lol what not do when kayak fishing. But I respect you show your mistakes. Not many people would keep those edits in there. Earned my sub!

[@jessimoore5831]

Pool noodle make water good water deflectors cut a couple pieces about 3 inches add to each end of your paddle and easy to replace when worn out .

[@sailawaybob]

I have a Tamarack kayak i got a deal on at wallyworld similar to yours first thing i did was mount a stadium seat that i use in my canoe - all the difference in the world. Kayaks our cool easy to tote around but still prefer my canoe but im a old guy , if i was in my 20s I'd be super happy.

[@MarkJames-k5w]

Thanks i gotta go check those out i really want to start kayak fishing

[@yaboylevi]

I have the Tamarack, fantastic kayak for the price. Its a little wobbly but if the water is calm I can stand right up in it as well.

[@richardjack4827]

Waterproof skid tape for your storage. Easy money. Go Canes 🧡💚🙌

[@jl123ist]

I bought a sun dolphin fishing kayak from tractor supply about 10 years ago and because of a back injury and crazy work hours I've never even used it. It's been in the garage for 10 years.

[@ozarked2363]

My wife bought a Sun Dolphin from Tractor Supply. We paid $249 for it. We sold it a year later for $100 and bought her a Perception Pescador. It was $350. That was before Covid. The difference was night and day. Easier to get in and out. Easier to transport. The Sun Dolphin was a 2 piece hull and it leaked so as the day went on the kayak got heavier. Save your money on the cheap boats.

[@Bafa]

Dude, this was a great video. The pure joy when you caught that fish at the beach made me want to get out there. I've had my eye on a $2,000 kayak, but your approach make so much more sense. It wont have all the fancy pants stuff, like pedal power, but at least I won't feel guilty about buying it. Thanks for the vid!

[@JoeOceanside]

Thanks! Glad you liked the vid!

[@paulmckeighan1679]

The rod holders that you have in the front of your kayak I put them in the back where your rods are to that way you can lay them down and get in the tight spots and it works very well plus I troll with those rod holders to which is a lot of fun in the kayak getting a big walleye or northern pike on trolling

[@fv1291]

$150.00 on Craigslist😊

[@CrackD5]

12:34 is that a giant crack in the hull of the kayak

[@EJxDOT]

You might of been the only one to notice that, that's crazzy 😂 good eye on ya

[@hookreelfishing]

I use an Academy stadium seat in my Lifetime. Fits pretty well, still sucks by the end of the day... but you can actually make it to the end of the day.

[@JoeOceanside]

Ok thanks for the tip, where did you buy it?

[@jimnason9271]

One thing I don't find is the weight capacity of this kayak of this kayak. When I bought my first kayak I had trouble finding one with a sufficient weight capacity. I found almost every under $500 dollar kayak had a max capacity of 250 lbs (some less) . You should only load a kayak to no more than 75% of its capacity. So 250 lb capacity kayak can safely hold 187 lbs which includes your weight plus the weight of your gear. I weigh 240 lbs so I needed a boat with a 350 lb capacity (which allows me to take 20 lbs of gear.). I found a 12.5' Perception with those specs. As you noted the paddles included with kayaks aren't very good. If you can bend the blade, you are wasting power. My first kayak was a sit in and served me well but it was awkward and uncomfortable. I almost gave up yak fishing and I concerned buying a used runabout, But I decided to take the leap and buy an Old Town fishing yak which has a 450 lb capacity . It was night and day . For beginners for your safety and comfort do find the max weight capacity you are considering for safe paddling. , Sounds like you are having a great time. Welcome to the world of yak fishing.

[@paulmckeighan1679]

Also for your tackle they make 8 inch narrow trays that expand outward like the old Coleman tacklebox is used to our old pal that way they fit perfectly in between your legs and you can have access with no reaching they come in a three tier and four tier and you can fit a lot of tackle in them and they just snap in to a small track easy in and out

[@JoeOceanside]

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[@RegardedMith]

might be a nice touch. instead of a anti slip pad get some velcro and 3m it to the tackle box and the kayak so it stay securely in place. also you can add it to the top of the box and small strips to your tools to stick those on top of the box

[@JoeOceanside]

Yeah that's a great idea but I don't think that adhesives do very well on polyethylene

[@guitarfreak585]

Seeing you just stand up like that from a sitting position makes me jealous and makes my knees hurt.

[@fishingwithhouse]

Great video and info ! Thanks for sharing !

[@melissah170]

Excellent video, very thorough! Thanks

[@JoeOceanside]

Thanks!

[@jaxaustin181]

Trying to decide between a kayak or a larger inflatable boat. Good info here.

[@josefhasslen8930]

If some one wants to try for the first time seriously consider renting from a local shop for a day. If you hate it no sweat if you love it then you can skip the cheap step and go strait to a mid grade yak.

[@ratherbeonthemoon]

I have this one but mine is 12ft, kinda wish it was 10ft. It's a good kayak for my first and I've caught some big fish on it. I need an anchor for sure. I'll say take some kind of cushion for the seat bc it feels "thin" very fast.

[@SebastianWoodard]

One of my first experiences kayak fishing was in a local channel that led to a river. I had a little anchor I put down to fish, and it got hung up on something and I ended up just having to cut the line. Then, I headed downriver. Fished a few miles down. I heard some thunder out in the distance and put my rod in the back rod holder. Apparently in my haste to get back to shore, my rod got hung up in some tree and I sure enough lost my rod n reel. I also missed the turn into the channel and went about a half mile upstream before I was like “I KNOW it’s not this far…” I then went back downstream (glad it was downstream, I was tired from going upstream), hit my turn, and got in, then spent 5 minutes trying to figure out what I did with my rod. Lesson? Pay attention and teather literally everything.

[@nhansen197]

Walmart has a very simple paddle holder that's better than that fancy one. Water defectors aren't going to be of much use with that style of paddle. The flutes that give the paddle stiffness channel water right into the boat.

[@happyduckling8401]

Brotha I’m buying one soon. Only issue I had finding a kayak is something that will fit on my 2024 Honda civic hatchback. Got a loading cit for the top tho now.

[@Exploring_Gia]

I have same kayak 👍🏽 I love it I bought mine from tractor supply at Christmas time for only $250… lol no the seat is not comfortable after a cpl hours

[@matthewmcdermott1746]

This video has great information, covers everything I would want to know and includes the silly/stupid things that I would do that everyone does they just edit it out. You didn't, +500 points for leaving that stuff in lol. Thanks for the video and the information.

[@macknewman835]

I bought the same model. I love it.

[@chillios2222]

enjoying mine i dented it but it does recover, very stable

[@mandaloresmercy]

Eyyy the Tractor Supply Co looks like the one local to me! Similar layout of store even across the country. I have a blue Lifetime Tamarak and a Tahoma (non fishing version) I got on sale and use as a loaner. They're good boats for the price! -- still working on kitting out my Tamarak better. Thanks for the vid! The mini cup holder is nice for soft plastics and lures I'm actively using or rigging but I just use a bottle for anyting for me that I clip in. The area I'm in has lots of wind in general so I always try to lash in as much as possible

[@JoeOceanside]

That's awesome, I'm new to the fishing kayak game but it seems great for the price. You should post a video of your tamarack when it's done

[@oleskoolhunter5081]

🎉l purchased the tamarack from tractor supply about 4 years ago good kayaks made in good ole USA installed 55 lb thrust trolling motor Garmin fish finder and a comfortable seat from academy I can travel just about anywhere on Wright patman lake here in south arkansas it's a great beginners kayak I'm looking at the feel free moken 12.7 pdl or perception outlaw 12 pdl for my upgrade still deciding I'm leaning towards the moken because of the seat on the perception sets little to high for me with no lower adjustment top heavy not stable enough not unless you install outriggers and a decent set is around 2 bills anyhow you guys out there getting your beginners kayak the tamarack is good deal I believe now the cost of one is about 3 bills

[@davidlynch3077]

275 lbs

[@chrisk3]

It’s going to be a pain in the butt retrieving stuff from the dry storage holes

[@Erowens98]

Kayak fishing is the best way to fish imo. So versatile. Can pretty much go anywhere, and when your done you can store your kayak easily in an apartment. I will say, most fishing kayaks are quite inefficiently designed. They take a lot of effort to paddle to any real speed. So i would personally prefer a more traditional sit in hull. With a flat top and bungie points. With any kind of kayak you do just sort of have to accept you will get wet. Its just inherent to such a small boat with a conjoined paddle. You probably want to seal any holes you drill into the hull. Since these things are buoyant due to those air pockets, if they get flooded you have issues. And its hard to get water out once it gets in. Also, i recommend getting a small anchor. Something in the 0.5-1kg range. Really helps stay in place if you find a good spot. Wind will blow you around otherwise.

[@jlondon1441]

I always chuckle about wearing the life vest whenever the reason is hitting head and getting knocked unconscious. Sounds like if that’s the worry, you should be wearing a helmet along with a life vest. Don’t get me wrong, I always wear a vest. Not for the knockout worry, but for the chance you get separated from boat for an extended period of time. Sure, most times I’m within a quick 5 minute swim to some sort of land or shallow water, but still I’d rather be able to float whenever needed instead of forced to tread while resting.

[@rodbrown8306]

That's fine for the price, paddles ok!...did well.

[@ronniewinstead2740]

I use a seat pad make for kayaks that I got from Walmart it was under $10 I also put a thin rope on my boxes that I put in the dry wells and have use mess laundry bags I get from the Dollar Tree

[@FtwBohl]

Thanks for the video. Bought the same lifetime kayak

[@spencerboaz2385]

I added a bungee cord to the back of the seat back to keep it from falling while I'm using the boat . Then to travel I fold it down and hook the bungee to the center hatch bungee to keep it from blowing up while on the road . I also added a hatch in the bow of the boat for more storage . I also added a bungee net to better lash things on the bow with dedicated eyelets for the corners of the net . Great boat for $300,

[@benl6328]

With construction foam you can put walls inside the storage.

[@trvman1]

Me, I don't/won't buy a kayak where I have to upgrade "stuff" "Rig stuff" to make it work and certainly don't want one that is letting WATER into it. You can tell from this review, it was how cheap can we do it rather then make it functional. GREAT review because for me it is NOT a kayak I would buy.

[@FtwBohl]

Go spend 600+ then man! All the power to ya

[@FishingFloridaWater]

I got one of the Brooklyn Kayak Company PK-13 Kayaks which sadly I later found out from a coworker seeing him with a The Ascend 133X which is a lot less but weighs a lot more but is way more stable if your a big guy. These kind of small kayaks like in the video are fine for people his size but for bigger people you gotta have a kayak that can hold the weight plus the fishing tackle both kayaks hold over 500lbs The PK-13 is a bit annoying not much strech room like the The Ascend 133X has.

[@ReelinRhodes]

Im 6'3 and was wondering if i would be to tall for this kayak, also i would have loved for you to do a flip test to show how much it took to flip the kayak.

[@HishUnderscore]

I'm 6 foot and have flipped this yak but I was reaching for a fish a little far. You won't be standing in it but it's not really a problem to do everything sitting. Had mine for about 2 years before moving to a 12ft that I'm about ready to upgrade from now 😅 saving up for a moken 10 pdl

[@MrDragon93]

where can I get one of the bandana's/head covers you wear while scuba diving? they look great

[@wh8085]

Academy has the head gear you were asking about !

[@MrCaptainpope]

awesome video, sir! looks like you're in Florida? whereabouts? I just moved down here and want to get started with Kayak Fishing. thanks!

[@lumibrite]

Video idea : 24 hours stranded on kayak , eat what you catch

[@JoeOceanside]

bruh thats an awesome idea, thank you so much. I will start scoping a clean weather window for that

[@lumibrite]

@@JoeOceanside thanks

[@KSAS1204]

I second this😊

[@cbmathews0440]

I was super excited when I saw that yak for 299$ online from TSC the day before yesterday and bought it. Then when I got it home and realized it was seriously dented to the point it was close to cracking. I tried to exchange it but allll of their kayaks were trashed 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@ricky12811]

In the center compartment just ad a rope that's what I did on mine case some time fill with enough water to move that box around.

[@JRockMar84]

Awesome. Thanks.

[@mummafier]

What beach did you go to? The water is beautiful!

[@zaincazorla6914]

Is it normal in america to see alligators when lake/river fishing? And do they attack the kayaks?

[@JoeOceanside]

In Florida yes, alligators are all over. They rarely harass paddlers, only ones that do are alligators that have been fed by people. That's why it's illegal to feed gators, it teaches them to associate humans with food

[@ThePlanet_L.I.]

Are u able to rivet on some loops/hook holders after closing up them holes

[@davekenyon9582]

Nice content well done

[@syrenet]

Curious about weigh limit on this thing, looks alot bigger than the one i tried out once, and it's limit was 140kq something.

[@Nyghtprowler]

Those paddle holders are meant to be spaced further apart FYI and you'll be more stable. LOL cancel that - I see you just did it. Nice job :)

[@JoeOceanside]

Thanks

[@BatcaveNCShine]

Nice boat.

[@Dankbudzz]

Use those rug holder mats in the wells only a buck at dollar tree 😂

[@ioannisthemistocles9198]

I’m 200 lbs. do you think it can support that weight without taking too much water?

[@andrewhondo]

you sit on that seat for a few hours and tell me how your back feel i started out with a 12 foot pelican sit on top like that and it killed my back what's the wait compacity on that one if its less then 300 pounds you can't put to much wait in it with out that thing keeping tippy af at least that 12 foot pelican i had was around 300 that one your showing i would be afraid to put that thing in quick water in a fresh water rapids on the river around here that thing would be good on a lake or pond when they don't allow bigger hp motors on bass boats would kick your butt on any bigger body of water great video

[@mikelabelle420]

Nice video thanks