DIY Stake Out Pole / Shallow Water Anchor all off the shelf parts

We’re building a Stake Out Pole for under $20 from items bought locally at the big box stores. No cutting, grinding, or drilling required. Just mix your favorite waterproof adhesive and assemble. All the parts were bought off the shelf with no need to order. With tax here in TX it cost $17.54 to build. You can go get these parts today and use it tomorrow!
Parts:
6’ x ¾” Miracle Grow fiberglass plant stake $8.97
¾" CPVC Tee $0.64
¾" CPVC Cap $0.34 (x2)
¾" CPVC Flush Bushing $0.32 (x2)
JB Weld $5.27
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[@kevincoffey6022]

So great that people like yourself share the tips, tricks & technological solutions you have come up with. Makes a big difference to those of us who view your videos.

[@the45er]

Good luck finding these poles right now!

[@spdsprk1856]

Just found this video and drove to Lowe's the next day and assembled my stakeout pole for about $13. Thanks my guy

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

I don't hit the water without mine!

[@timothydockery2969]

What kind of pole did u find at Lowes.ive searched every wallmart for the pole he has no luck.i went to Lowes but found no fiberglass ones

[@straylever7431]

Wow. Thank you! I was looking at a $300 solution online when I came across this video. I realized that I have 3 of these eight footers behind my shed. Took one into my garage and found that it fits in the transom handles. $0.00 spent. Rod is now stowed down the port side of my Alaskan. I will try it out this week.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

That is awesome! I'm all about repurposing materials for building new toys.

[@burtonk39]

Thank you for this idea. I walked into the garden shop and the fiberglass stakes were the first things I saw.. I constructed the poles with ease. I have not used it. Thanks again for the idea...

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Awesome! I need to pick up another for my new micro skiff project.

[@FG-qh7qx]

Dude that's awesome! I'm so pumped. Years a go I purchased an 8 foot stick out pole for $85 for my boat. And now I'd like to make one for my kayak. Thanks brother...

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

That is awesome!

[@j.r.4113]

AWESOME video! First of your's I've seen. I've been searching rods to do the same, stumbled across your video. I made it to 5:48, and jumped on the Walmart site. Out of 9 area stores, only one showed any inventory, so I rushed over. The associates couldn't find them, told me the inventory was wrong, goodbye, thank you, have a nice day. I asked about a clearance section, walked over, found 4 of them, and snatched them up. They are horribly faded, but seem solid. Liked and subbed, just because of this one video!

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Nice! I have one store near me that has some but they don't show in their inventory. It's like having my own private stash when a want another.

[@johndonovan5894]

Thanks for speeding up the obvious parts, great idea too. On my way to WM.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

👍

[@SchlitzOutdoors]

Yes!!!!! Can't Wait to use it

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Don't let it get buried to far in the garage this winter. You'll need it again next year.

[@tittalwax]

OH WOW. Was just looking on Amazon for around 89 - 130. Definitely doing this.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Love mine

[@ramboatpapayak3047]

Howdy TCS. Just found your channel and subscribed. Built identical stick for my yak for $16 in 2018. It's a great cheap option, but not good for all situations. Results vary depending on bottom structure. Firm sand or rock is a no go. I mostly fish soft mud/sand mix. This garden stake works fine in certain situations, but tends to pull out of soft bottom in windy conditions and water +3' deep. Good job on the DIY vid.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Thanks for the sub! I keep telling myself I need a throw anchor for hard sand and shell bottom, but then I chase the reds up into the marsh and it doesn't matter any more. I've had a time or 2 when it wouldn't hold but most those cases the tide was dumping water like a ragging river. I've harpooned my into over 6' deep water to stick in the bottom and had it hold me. That's a crazy feeling throwing your stake like a spear and hoping the para-cord holds so it's not the last time you see it.

[@davidmeeks2405]

Call mine an anchor pole, but since my time on the water is done in the southeastern US I made sure to add a steel spearhead to it . Provides defensive action to take place at least 7' away from my body. Be safe out there.

[@theguywitheyebrows]

most brilliant idea eever, thank you so much for sharing!

[@NoOne-Home]

Dude I’m getting this tomorrow! Brilliant

[@johnm1898]

Great idea. Thanks. 👍

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Can't live without mine! I've got a Skiff project I'm working on and need to make another.

[@thenextfishingadventure202]

Awesome! Thanks, I'm gonna go out and build mine this weekend! 🤙🏾

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

With the wind we've had this spring on the TX coast you need one

[@melvinrubio2278]

I drilled a small breather hole on the T, so the fumes from the 2 part epoxy could vent, and not push out any fittings when drying. Thanks for the diy. Tight lines.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

That's a great idea. In the video you can see when I place the tee on the pole 1 end cap pushes off. No big deal just didn't account for how much air I was displacing.

[@davidbergagnini2045]

@@TexasCoastSportsman id suggest just put the caps on last after everything else is cured what little bit you add for the caps shouldn't effect anything.

[@TheChico1332]

Dude, many thanks…👊🏻…Just lost my expensive stick yesterday and was determined not to spend a ton of cash for another..

[@matruthn.m.bassinGanGanG]

Looks like I’ll be rocking the purple stake out pole 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@MrDanielmarlowe]

Headed to Walmart now! Thanks for this helpful info!

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Any time!

[@LCon30]

@@TexasCoastSportsman the PVC epoxy held the fiberglass ok?

[@280Ackley]

Did that over a year ago! Tight lines!

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Tight lines!

[@barrymcghee1]

I needed this so bad. Thank brother!

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Don't know how to fish with out mine anymore.

[@michaelburke5907]

Love the surf music from my era, dude! Cowabunga.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

I was raised on surf! Nothing says get on or in the water like surf music.

[@allkindsofoutdooractivities]

Nice build. I had two of these for my boat. Cheaper than a power pole

[@hmanone1063]

Great video. Gonna head to my local WM tomorrow...fingers crossed! New sub from Tampa!

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Thank you for the sub!

[@johnbaker4847]

Walmart was out, got mine at Lowe's. Works fine, thnx. 👍

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Good to hear!

[@AnAngryAngler]

The poles were a pain to find. Lowe’s to the rescue. Used a T & 2 45 deg elbows. Skipped the JB Weld. Thanks for the vid

[@OFFFishing]

Very cool I'm gonna try this out, thanks for sharing 👊

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

You bet

[@davidbergagnini2045]

A tip another video showed was make 3 lines on the fiberglass pole then push your handle on so the air has a place to escape then twist it to spread the jb weld around. Rest looked good.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

That's not a bad idea!

[@WhiskertimeFishing]

Nice! I'll be checking out the local Walmart now. Getting a new Hobie soon, gonna need one. Thanks for the video bro!

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Glad you enjoyed it and congrats on the Hobie. Hope to see you on the water.

[@stevemiller8239]

UM.....I do not know if I like the build or the song better. LOL Thanks!!! Will definitely give er a go!

[@scoot6Tx]

this saved me alot of money thanks alot bro

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

That's awesome!

[@kevincoffey6022]

This was great. Thanks

[@guyjackson4143]

I found the poles at a local walmart on clearance for 3.50 each. Purchased two of them and 5.00 worth of pvc fitting and neighborhood hardware store and made two for my kayak. Thanks for the tip. Put part of a pool noodle around the top of pole if it falls in the end will float.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

What? Your store has already clearance them! Man I might need to go buy a couple. I've got a boat project that I'd like to make a 12' for.

[@guyjackson4143]

Louisville Ky. Come on up we'll hit a couple of lakes that are within an hours drive. Remember to bring your "yak".

[@davidcarpenter5043]

and it you glue a 6" pink noodle to the top it floats when you drop it and is just soooooo cute!

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

All you're missing is black PVC fittings to make it suuuuper stylish.

[@240LTS]

... Because of the very soft (silt) bottoms where I fish the pole needed to be longer to penetrate deeper for the holding power. I bought from Graingers, Rod Stock, Polypropylene, 3/4 In., 120 In. Added, like you did, a T on the top and sharpened the bottom. Use a 6'+/- rope from the T to the boat cleat on my Triton 240 LTS. Holds very well. .

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Nice!

[@jerrykrobby]

I've made a bunch of these. IMO the 5 footers which are 1/2" diameter actually go in the bottom easier and are easier to pull out of the mud than the 3/4" diameter 6 footers. This time of year I've seen them for $2.97 at Walmart.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

I checked my local store the other day and didn't see any but I didn't check outside... hmm

[@davidwhitehead9792]

Great video thank you making mine today

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Hope you like it!

[@jamesscarberry3128]

Dang! Thanks great video and information.🎣🐟🐟🐟🐟👍

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Thanks!

[@kennissen3201]

Just found your channel ... very sweet information

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Glad you found it useful!

[@randallcorbello2857]

Thanks for the video in the information

[@lilclm64]

awesome dude picked one up today.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Nice!

[@davidlewis9572]

I made one like that , put a T handle out of a sledge hammer handle cut off . Works great

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Now that's a serious handle!

[@mmchallengerfishing6517]

Great video

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@andrewcahilly6264]

Great idea thank you

[@TheBayoubreeze]

Awesome!!

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Thanks!

[@stevenjacobs6934]

I built the same thing...heres a tip, here in North east FL we have oyster beds, 1/2 inch metal wire conduit fits inside the other end ...stick it in about a foot or so and leave a foot sticking out and cut on a 45 degree angle...goes right through oyster beds like butter...without this the fiberglass will shatter over time.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

So, slip 1/2" electrical conduit over the pointed end to form a metal tip? Nice! How tight of a fit is the conduit? Do you think a decent length piece would add enough strength to join 2 together for a 12' pole?

[@jessetristan3640]

Good video!!! Good luck with your channel...

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Thank you, I do it because I'm going to to all this with or without viewers. So, I may as well share.

[@bushpilotdude7154]

If you use 1/2 “ schedule 40 it fits good and tight.

[@1960shakey]

Not sure where you live.... But you’re Walmart is the cleanest, best stocked Walmart I’ve ever seen!!!!!

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

If I ever run into the manager I'll let them know you approve.

[@lookin4lunkersfishing]

I made the mistake of getting the green garden stake the first time I made one. Don't do that. It will bend and it will break. This fiberglass model is much better. Great video.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

I used a telescoping aluminum pole for my first one. How I didn't bend that thing into a U is beyond me.

[@DRPowell]

I made the same mistake. They are made weaker than a soup can. I ended up cutting mine at the break and making a 3 footer to stick down scupper hole when I’m backed up into marsh grass. The T handle has a V recess so it doubles as a rod rest.

[@vordejp]

I agree! What about the boat hardware into which this pole is inserted? Any DIY instructions for that? Thanks!

[@milsurprifles]

If it’s a 3/4” pole, it should fit through a scupper hole and work pretty well. Get perpendicular to the current, and you can put it in front or back scupper hole, depending on which way you want to be facing. 👍

[@bpierson1013]

I use my anchor trolley ring.

[@kevinmusser2724]

Nice Tutorial. Thanks for your time to create it. I was going to put one together, unfortunately I cant find the fiberglass stake. None at Lowes, Home Depot or the Walmarts around the Delmarva Peninsula. Its almost like they have been discontinued. I was looking for them before all this Covid shutdown started so i don't think its because of that issue. I can buy the blanks online but with shipping i might as well buy the Yakgear or yakattack stake out poles. Any Sugestions?

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Online I was finding the same thing before I found these. I had thought about calling around to nurseries since we are using tree stakes. Maybe a specialty garden center will have them.

[@mikedietrich5930]

Wonderful solution. Can you detail how they connect to the boat? I have a Carolina Skiff and would like to try this option.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

For a skiff it could be as simple as a metal ring attached to a tie down cleat with paracord. There are several manufacturer of hard mount tubes that give you more of a power-pole effect. Those mounts usually start in the $200 range.

[@larrybalowski946]

WHat kind of fitting can you get to make it long shorter to take apart would be awsome buy 3 poles and make short ones

[@BeetleBuns]

yo thanks for making this video! Now if you'll excuse me, I'm off to the store...

[@jimnheidi1]

How to you keep it attached to the boat

[@withoutprejudice8301]

JB weld only needed on the fiberglass rod to PVC "T". Pvc cement adequate for remainder of project.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

True but if you already mixed some up... My nephew did a variation where he only used the tee. Leaving both ends open to run his tether through.

[@mikesimek6448]

I can’t find these poles anywhere anymore, it’s crazy how a year makes such a difference

[@dadsquatch79]

Yup. I've been looking too...

[@kw7796]

awesome

[@davescheer5038]

I got 3 Wally worlds by the house I hope they still carry em , I need one of these are they hollow or solid fiberglass?

[@brentcarr8365]

Have you tried this and does it hold up good

[@wesstrong3482]

Any chance of a link to hardware you used to build attachment on boat? TY

[@whyohwhy357]

The list is in the info tab

[@67bradenlee]

Bro!!! I am doing this, this week!! And looks like my Walmart and Home Depot... off 1960 maybe? Anyway thanks!! Let’s fish one day!!!!

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

I didn't have any luck with Home Depot. I'm always down to fish!

[@67bradenlee]

Texas Coast Sportsman went to Walmart and they didn’t have any. Can’t find any in the website either. That Walmart in the video looked exactly like the one I was at too. Same umbrellas and they were in the same spots also 😂😂

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

That's funny but not funny, they seem to be flying of the shelf this season. Had another guy in the Houston area say he was having to check another store. I've been keeping my social distancing at a high level so I haven't checked my Walmart recently.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Try searching Miracle-Gro 6' fiberglass plant stake

[@derekcheung1388]

50 bucks for a sharpen pole?? Heck no! Thanks for the great easy build!

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Enjoy, it charged my life in the kayak. I can deploy mine with one hand while fighting a fish.

[@JohnKlopp]

Good video and channel, new subscriber! 👍

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Thank man, I've got a couple fishing videos I'm editing right now. And, some gear and diy videos planned.

[@JohnKlopp]

@@TexasCoastSportsman awesome!

[@trippgannon4751]

Bro thanks so much. This video saved me 65 dollars. I got that green pole that was next to the pink one you grabbed because Lowe’s was out of the pink ones. Got mine for 11 dollars with the cpvc. Just one thing, how do you stake it into the water without putting it in your scupper holes. I heard they break from the pressure. Thanks.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

I use an anchor trolley so, I can position the pole at the front or rear based current. Plenty of people stake though a scupper hole I'm light current.

[@MrSparkums]

Apparently they are no longer available.. Great vid!

[@Goober22Pwns]

Any ideas for storage for this pole anchor on a kayak

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

While on the water I use the bungie strap used to hold a paddle to the side of the yak. I have one on both sides of my yak.

[@mikey6071]

Cool, new subscriber brother!

[@mikey6071]

I'd like to see the mounted version on the boat build brother and how it works

[@davidhalesmith2491]

Great idea. I lost a $100 sand spear on the first day I had it out!

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

First trip out in my kayak I flipped and almost lost 2 rods. I got lucky and recovered them out of the marsh mud.

[@TheNCTurner]

Great idea, K.I.S.S.! But, I’ve been searching for these poles and can’t seem to locate one anywhere!!! I’m dying, and help would be great! TIA

[@jimd1720]

Will PVC glue work instead of the epoxy? Did you sand the pole before installing the "T"?

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

I don't believe PVC glue will bond to fiberglass epoxy. Sanding the pole would help create a "tooth" for the epoxy to bind to.

[@Raven-jn6pw]

Are they still available? I haven’t seen them.?

[@wesleybryant7334]

What’s the best way to attach line/paracord to it?

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

I like to tie a slip knot in the cord. Wrap the loop somewhat like a figure 8 around the handle then pull the slack out of the loop. That way the cord cannot slip off.

[@braydencash9764]

Is the pole smooth am I going to get fiver glass in my hand??

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

It has a smooth finish. Never had an issue with glass splinter.

[@jimschultz9465]

how long are they? I picked up some green stakes at HD but they are thinner.

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

6 foot. Be careful with the green poles. They are metal wrapped in plastic and bend easley.

[@jticottage]

So how do you attach the kayak to the pole?

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Mine is connected via a large clip (for emergency release) to my anchor trolley. With the trolley I can control the direction the kayak points by positioning the pole to the the front, back, or me middle.

[@americafirst423]

Went to Walmart, Lowe’s, home depot yesterday and all I found was plastic coated steel tomato poles. Still on the hunt...

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

If you're in The Houston TX area I know one store that still has them. I just picked up 2 more yesterday to possibly make a 12' push pole. Though I'm a little concerned about the weight.

[@americafirst423]

Texas Coast Sportsman naw Billings Montana but appreciate it brother. I’ll check when get back home to Florida

[@Mamagrizz1990]

I’m new to the channel do you have a video of how it works? Is the rod too thick for sand?

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

To work the anchor you just stab it into the bottom. In soft marsh mud I can deploy one handed while fighting a fish with my other hand. Packed sand usually takes both hands. It's not easy but not impossible.

[@davidwense9574]

Did you grind the point on the end

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Nope, the point was already on there.

[@robertsylvester4704]

Did I miss how long the pole is?

[@rick4649]

How did you attach the pole to your boat ?

[@igorfargadoo]

Same question...

[@jtotherog]

I left my t fitting hollow and tied a rope thru it

[@j4kethegreat91]

Use a flag pole holder with a pvc extension to the same T fitting on the end for the pole to go through.

[@oxyfide]

Where can i get a 8 or 10 foot?

[@GolaBoyAdventures]

I cannot find this fiber glass pole in Walmart anywhere, is there any recommendations where I can find it? If not is there a way you can send me one?

[@opuntina]

Well shoot. Guess I know what I am doing this weekend.

[@kencoldman]

Can't find them anywhere near me anyone find them?

[@brunocauin]

Man I'm about to cry ovah heah... Such an awesome DYI project but can't find these poles anywhere here in FL! 😭

[@shottown911]

How long was it

[@rcrawford1030]

How do you mount on the boat?

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

On a kayak you can push through a scupper hole but I prefer my anchor trolley. Allows me to position the angle of my kayak based on wind or current. On a boat you can tether to a cleat.

[@johnwedgeworth4908]

Been looking for one of those purple fiberglass poles made by miracle gro for over a year, no luck…

[@NativeSteel87]

Can't find these poles anywhere

[@tedsell1455]

Could also make it a little longer with the cpvc tubing 🐟 nice work

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

You could! So far 6' has been a good length for me. The bays I fish it's not often I need a longer pole.

[@russellpsi]

Is that parchment paper roll you use?

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Yep, that stuff is awesome with sticky stuff. I put it under my paper towels when cleaning my reels too so the oil doesn't soak through.

[@welchllc]

I have jvx 18 carolina skiff. I wonder if it will hold for a boat thst size. We are about to find out. I will report back. Headed to wally world and lowes now

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Make 2 to hold a boat that size.

[@welchllc]

@@TexasCoastSportsman It actually worked decent with 1 but 2 would have been perfect. Thanks man

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

@@welchllc that's great to hear! I don't miss throwing a rope for an anchor to hope it holds.

[@davidvanwinkle5648]

These look way better than the pvc ones I've been using...do you think a 3/4 coupler would be strong enough to hold 2 of these together to make a 12 ft pole if I epoxy them in.. I'd like a 10ft one so I can cut a couple feet off... thank you for sharing this video

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

CPVC or PVC coupler may be a little short to build in strength. Maybe look at copper tubing couplers to see it they're longer.

[@davidvanwinkle5648]

Ok I'll check into that.. thank you

[@tedsell1455]

I would use aluminum tube longer

[@adam82w7]

Did anyone actually successfully couple these?

[@bradfordpalmer2298]

Handle. Great. What about the other end? How long was the pole? Could you make it longer?

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

The pole is 6 foot and the other end is pre-sharpened. I haven't experimented with making it longer yet. The question is if you are using this pole what do you use to join them that will be strong enough.

[@mikegay4]

@@TexasCoastSportsman JB weld a threaded male adapter or union to the fiberglass pole and do the rest in pvc to extend and break down? May be a good way to add length when needed. Not sure how well the pvc extension woul work..

[@brysonhollar]

You tie a rope to yours or just stake through the anchor trolley?

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

Mine attaches to the anchor trolley with a roughly 10ft piece of Paracord. It allows you to position your kayak better in heavy tide or wind.

[@rtoweprojects9072]

This might be a stupid question but, what is that stake out pole for?

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

You stab it into the ground to hold you position. It's alot simpler than throwing an anchor. I've gotten to where I can release and plant my pole 1 handed while fighting a fish. I do this when I don't ant to be pulled on top of the spot I was fishing.

[@leobair640]

love this video, I am definitely gonna try it. Does anyone know the length of these?

[@TexasCoastSportsman]

They are 6 foot.

[@jamesleary1405]

I do wish they made an 8ft