First Kayak trip gone wrong Port Mansfield Tx

this was my journey, ended up losing my calcutta conquest, my rudder wasn't working properly it was just a bad day for me!!
thanks for watching I will learn from my mistakes!
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[@jesserodriguez639]

Don’t get discouraged bro, that’s how it went for me the first couple times. Once i got it dialed in i killed it. Keep at it

[@TxTandem.]

Thank you man it was just a very different experience

[@72rrwilson]

@@TxTandem. yeah you’re going to have trips like that. We still have them till this day, I kayak solely with the wife. Some trips can be difficult due to the weather period. Then you got to remember, sometimes you got to get wet and walk it out to deeper water. It will give you less of a chance of blowing back against the bank. Then I got rod holder extension for those molded rod holders. It will also keep your reels from getting splashed so much. When I’m casting I pull them down on that side so I don’t forget and hit them. That’s another bad way to lose a rod and get all tangled up. Also get a stringer clip to attach to your kayak, I have lost one of my best stringers of fish like that. I found them however with the coated stringers today. When I was trying to get them in every fish came right off. I was sick that day, I had 2 reds and 4 drums. Just some kind words from my experiences that may help you out.

[@dianad3380]

Keep going out there I'm new to and it happen to me the first couple of times I lost a rod, anchor and new stringer. But I still keep going out there when I can

[@TxTandem.]

That's the plan this is only the beginning! Thank you !

[@Sonytherealtor]

1. Don’t get discouraged. I’m noob too and have done some stupid stuff too on the water 😂 2. Get some rod holders

[@TxTandem.]

Thank you bro! Already got that done!

[@user-pl4bk3gq3q]

New rod holders bozo❤ keep going strong! Live learn vato! From a white boy from the valley. Get back out there brother! Kayak fishing ain't easy just have fun and smile! In time you will be going btb. Off SPI! ROCK ON!❤❤

[@TxTandem.]

That's the plan brother thanks for the words stay blessed 🙌

[@southwaterslayer]

Tandem!!! Man I wish I was there to guide you bro! Don’t let this discourage you my man, it happens to the best of us. At least you did not tip over like I did when I first went out.

[@TxTandem.]

It's all good bro these are mistakes I got to learn from! Soon we will get out there

[@lpz6564]

Thanks for sharing. A few more trips and you will be good! Does that drive float or do you have a leash for it? I bet the reel was a pretty penny! I would get cheap reels in case they get dunked. Maybe the floats that go on the rod to recover them. Congrats on the first yak fish!👍

[@TxTandem.]

I need to go back to the drawing board and review everything man so I don't lose anything thing else, I also have to find a way to make a float for my drive too. Thanks for the words bro!

[@Fishing_with_Domingo]

Things are a struggle at times but just keep pushing forward and it will all work out bro. Keep the grind going bro. 💯👍🏼

[@Tightlineangler]

Keep at it bro! It gets better I promise! Took me a little while to get the hang of it too…..happens to every body…. Be safe and tight lines!!🤙

[@BTXKAYAKFISHING]

Damm bro sorry about your rod.😢 but ya don’t let one trip discourage you. It just takes practice and patience till you get it right. You will get there I promise. Just keep at it. Tight lines brother!

[@TxTandem.]

It hurt bro 😪 thanks man this is only the beginning! Thanks for the words 🙏

[@WaterStreetsFishing]

Bro! That sucks! 🤦🏻‍♂️🤣 BUT!!! The only way to learn is to get out there. You have to experience to get experience. Already cause of that trip you have learned a few things. Like #1 port Mansfield is WINDY AS HELL!! 🤣 just be safe and wear your safety gear. Definitely do not give up. Get out there and Show em your Stuff🤟🏻

[@TxTandem.]

Man weather looked good on the app lmao, but it was tough 😅 thanks for the words brother stay blessed 🙌

[@reelsimple6342]

Just keep on keeping on, man! At least you caught some fish!!!

[@TxTandem.]

For sure brother!! I saw you in the morning buying bait in port mansfield but you were walking fast outta the store to say good morning lol

[@reelsimple6342]

@TxTandem. Really, shoot man. I would have definitely took a pic with you, I probably didn't have my glasses on.

[@TxTandem.]

@reelsimple6342 next time brother be safe tight lines!

[@ricksrockinreels]

a friend of mine just bought himself a kayak, also and we are waiting for a good day to go out behind the convention center so he can get his feet wet.

[@gohan956]

Dam brodi I feel you on loosing your combo I lost my saragosa to a jet ski didn’t fish for days after that lol 🤣🥲 you’ll be back n better no se awite 💯🎣🔥

[@TxTandem.]

Dam bro! It was the worst feeling 😪 thanks for encouragement man!

[@matthewledesma1420]

I dropped my spin fisher at the wall in harbor and jumped in… I found it :) , but Damm man hurts to see this happen fr :(

[@davidcortez5614]

Port Mansfield can get sporty man. Keep at it.. a couple things I'd recommend you doing differently. That's where I fish out of the most. Be careful of the south winds in the summer.

[@user-wj1fc3qu1m]

Bro just keep at it i made some rod holds out of pvc and had to change the rudder string to steel wire that has the vinyl coated with some wire stopper i have a hoodoo tempest 120pd

[@tonysouthern3049]

You'll get the hang of it. Never trust weather apps. They never seem to be right on the winds!

[@TxTandem.]

Thanks bro!

[@tonysouthern3049]

@@TxTandem. I have a SW125 and fish mainly PM. Do not even attempt to go out much since the winds refuse to give us a break

[@TxTandem.]

@@tonysouthern3049 nice! Yeah ima let the winds die down it's crazy

[@FishiganMilligan]

Kayak fishing is definitely an acquired taste. I’ve had a crack in one and about sinked it in that exact spot. Also, I’ve forgot my pedal drive at home too lol

[@TxTandem.]

Definitely bro! Did you know it was cracked lol?? Shesh man sounds like you went to war too 🤣

[@juanvega8458]

Didnt look that deep you should have jumped in for it

[@TexMexOutdoors]

Respectfully everything that can go wrong went wrong but it's all about trial and and error. I sold my big game yak and bought a sesdoo fish pro and still lost a rod and reel to the ocean lol. I learned to use a leash reel quick 😅. It don't matter who you are I believe everyone has lost a rod and reel to the water and if they say they didn't they lying 😂😂

[@TxTandem.]

Very true bro! I will learn from now on man I still got lots to learn thanks for the input 🙏

[@72rrwilson]

I’ve dropped a rod in packery channel a couple times. Abu Garcia inshore rev03, lucky the rod did float. Then dropped a Stradic in at brown on roots flats, it was probably the part of the damn flat. I went in after it and found it. 😂😂😂

[@Angelcruz25]

Sheesh nicee need get me that kayak I want already 🤣 , sorry about ur combo

[@TxTandem.]

Do it brother!! Totally different game!

[@ricksrockinreels]

Port Mansfield is not a good place for a first timer. Try South Padre very calm and clear. I have lost four rods and reels. It comes with the territory. I now take only less expensive ones with me on kayak. I landed a 31.5 inch red a couple of weeks ago with a 29.99 rod and reel combo. Every trip, something different comes up. Just be prepared.

[@RustyReelfishing_]

That's alright my guy, lmk if you need help fixing the yak🔥

[@TxTandem.]

Thanks bro! Next time will be different, need to get your self one bro what a game changer

[@louies956fishing]

I saw my dodge 👀 I was out there that day bro it was a terrible day

[@TxTandem.]

I think I saw yall! I went right for about 1.5 Ina half bro

[@FilletandReleaseOutdoors]

@@TxTandem.we were out like 4 miles towards the east cut, it was a horrible trip out there that’s for sure

[@FilletandReleaseOutdoors]

@@TxTandem.bro go out to bass pro or academy and get some rod floats. Trust me you won’t regret it

[@TxTandem.]

@FilletandReleaseOutdoors on kayak? There was alot off ppl man all were willing to help it was cool man

[@FilletandReleaseOutdoors]

@@TxTandem. yes sir, I highly suggest to go with a group if possible for reasons like that. We’re all out there to help others man don’t ever feel embarrassed because we were all there at one point

[@AbelRuvalcaba-fh5vq]

Ala v 🤣🤣 kayak es mucho pedo pa

[@TxTandem.]

Broo I thought I was gonna be easy but you have to be on your toes 😅

[@bigsleepy9889]

There is an awesome grass flat about 400 yards northeast of that area. Great spot for reds!

[@TxTandem.]

Thank you bro!!

[@richardmartinez3]

No mames 😂 lmfao

[@Jpsosa7755]

I have the shearwater 125. If you need any help doing any mods hit me up.

[@TxTandem.]

Sweet bro! Do you have a facebook or a number?

[@mike6976]

Dude just quit !! Don’t fish anymore !!

[@TxTandem.]

Nope 👌

[@bigsleepy9889]

Nooooo not the Calcutta!! Damn bro sorry about that, I’d recommend making a custom rod holder out of pvc. I had one that goes into both rod holders, and connects together to sprout out more rod holders high behind your back. Gets them out of the saltwater splash and they are way more secure brotha. Sure there are some nice tips online on how to make one.

[@TxTandem.]

I know bro I was so mad man, I worked my ass off for that reel !! But I will be more careful next time! Thanks for the input stay blessed 🙌