Lifetime Tamarack Angler 100 Fishing Kayak Budget Modifications!

This video is to explain/show some modifications I did to my very first fishing kayak! Most of the mods I got from another kayak/KZbin angler, @MOBBIN Outdoors, and they are some of the coolest ideas. So shout out to him for making videos that really helped me out!
EDIT: I realize how dumb it was to paint foam balls 😂

[@cmart69r]

Great job on the mods. I was thinking of getting this kayak for my daughter. One hack I have for the crate is cut narrow slits on the crate where the bungees go and that way it's more secure and won't move.

[@jakemynameis93]

Oh yeah, that would make the bungees stay in one spot. Great idea!

[@PAXX-ZEN-FN]

7:42 I spotted it!! Haha

[@isaacsprenger9940]

7:34 damn it he got me 😂😂😂👌👌

[@tuckersnelling318]

I like Guns fr

[@richardlewis4066]

First 8 mile float in my Tamarack I got about a quart of water in my hull. I plan on doing some yakcamping this summer and want to use the hull for storage so I needed to reduce the leaking as much as possible. Over the winter I took apart and silicone sealed every nut, clip, hatch, etc. While doing so I found the clips holding the seat down, around the rod holders, hatches, and handles are definitely problem areas.

[@jakemynameis93]

Richard Lewis oh man, I haven’t experienced water in my hull, but one of my handles broke last weekend 😪

[@surfinguitarist]

@@jakemynameis93 Update: So I did all of the sealing I talked about and am happy to report that after about 50 miles on the river this summer I had barely any water get in the hull.

[@mattcarpenter4927]

@@jakemynameis93 Call lifetime. They are known to have excellent customer service. Hopefully still in warranty (5 years), but they may still send a replacement.

[@colinlutz8891]

The milk crate and rod holder is genius

[@disableddrifter3370]

Get one of those lunch box cooler things. The soft ones. Sew velcro on the bottom. Use it for your gear center console. Its a cheap alternative. I use one as my bait slinging bag. It fits three sandwich sized tuperware. The front pocket fits 3 goo baits or squish baits and a smelly bait dip. But you can put other things in there like trolling gear or lures. You can also buy any small nylon tackle bag and do the same thing.

[@ninaposey9040]

I just got my 1st 10 ft kayak at a yard sale for $50. This video has given me so many ideas. Thanks..

[@richardbritt2281]

Hey Jake, great job, I've got to remember to record my upgrades to possibly help others as well. With that said, about 4 months ago, I saw a Y.T.V. on pimping a Kayak and what caught my eye was his homemade anchor. If I remember right it consisted of a PVC pipe with 2 HEAVY duty copper ground wire through and bent upward like a treble hook. If the anchor become hooked and unremovable affirm pull on a paracord bent the wire straight and retrieve the anchor. Once in your lap reshape the wires and move to a new location. Just a small FYI to help.

[@jakemynameis93]

that sounds really interesting, actually. I'll look into that!

[@acortez3195]

You recall the video?

[@dublinvalletta]

Great if you find the video, and post here mate.

[@mariopuzo4509]

Throw a couple little earth magnets under ur tray too . Magnetic tray holds hooks and what not

[@jakemynameis93]

Garth Algar that’s an awesome idea, actually! If I still had this yak, I would’ve done that asap! Maybe a mod to my new kayak 🤔

[@TowerKa19]

Jakemynameis Why did you get rid of it?

[@stanmanmedia]

Seriously very good video.. I spent a fortune on a Nucanoe tandem set up for fishing mainly because I'm too busy on other projects around the house. This is great. Nice loafers..

[@drumskas]

That's what I call being smart about saving money

[@MOBBINOutdoors]

I appreciate the credit bud! nice video and those shoes PIMP!!!!!

[@jakemynameis93]

MOBBIN Outdoors no, thank YOU! You’re the reason why this turned out awesome!

[@skubadoobie]

MOBBIN Outdoors yuhhh I got the same yak the other month!! Cred to mobbin

[@MOBBINOutdoors]

skubadoobie congrats! Tight lines

[@lendog725]

👌 I seen your boy dropping signs! 👌

[@jakemynameis93]

Len Dog LOL I didn’t even notice until I was editing 😂😂😂

[@lendog725]

Jakemynameis lol I was laughing

[@lulem400]

7:40 trolling all of us in the background with the "made you look"

[@mohammadhooksit]

Dude I love this. I was thinking about buying a new kayak but these mods will help me a lot!

[@AE-vu3nt]

Thanks for these ideas.

[@ussling]

The PFD is up front if you need it? When the kayak is capsizing, that is not the time to reach forward to extract the PFD from the bungees and put it on.

[@Alan-yd5pc]

Like a motorcycle helmet hanging off the side of the bike.

[@jakemynameis93]

Also, sorry about the heavy breathing. I was sick during the recording of this whole video. LOL

[@davemojarra4734]

I sold my paddle Lifetime 10’ kayak. Hard to paddle and cast at same time. Gonna get a foot pedal model, for hands free casting. Good luck.

[@Tuneman7777]

ADD A POOL NOODLE! Slip a pool noodle or two down into the sidewalls, rear hatch, or under the seat. When you tip or sink it... The pool noodle keeps the boat from fully sinking so you can see it and recover it! No matter how well you mount, leash, clip, tie, or Velcro stuff... When the boat sinks your stuff will be dragged down. ADD POOL NOODLES for floats / bouyancy. This saved me, my phone, wallet, keys, fishing pole, paddle, tackle, cooler, and full set of gear from sinking in the river after a fluke tipping over.

[@chrisrombach8277]

Should have put paracord line on those practice golf balls, and bought a magnetic tray from Harber Freight.

[@tiffanymarlow2399]

And then there’s me: a normal person using a cheap kayak to go vroom vroom around the lake 😂

[@jakemynameis93]

What ever works and catches fish, right?! Lol

[@WillieChavezHopeLoveFaith]

Hello Jake. This is still in regards to the kayak sinking cause of the modifications. Did the kayak sink right away or after a few minutes or hours?

[@jakemynameis93]

Willie Chavez idk what you mean by sink? The only water that was on the kayak, was when the paddle would get me wet.

[@scottlittle7712]

I'd buy one if it comes with a pair of them badass slips !

[@bradnewman13]

Those trays that you found at walmart, what section were they in? I'm assuming being ozark trail brand they were in the camping/fishing section?

[@jakemynameis93]

Yup, I found them in the camping section!

[@bookerbosq7850]

Shout out to the woven loafers.

[@dakotawimberly]

Your buddy straight circle gamed you on film.

[@jakemynameis93]

Game Often I know, I didn’t see it until I was editing 😂

[@JCMontes16]

Excellent Information inspiring me to develop my project soon in the future. Just have a question for you. . Is the new seat only thighten from the Milk Crate ? seeing the video at 5:27, I dont see any additional source for keeping the new seat firm on the Kayak. Did I miss something?

[@faceface4171]

That was awesome! and I got got at 7:34 to.

[@dosadosa112]

My first time Kayaking and this Kayak held strong. kzbin.infoUgkx4k5UrhC3v_Y4hIEaXLGvHcN5a5aBmZNB The water got pretty rough as a speed boat zipped by me, and the Kayak withstood it (I expected to be capsized). The Ores are very easy to put together, the pump worked beautifully. the seats are a bit hard to sit in after a while (I recommend sitting on the floor). after reading the reviews I was very scared it'd get a hole in it, the material is very strong and durable. The Air valve may need a small Phillips head screwdriver to adjust, other than that, it's well worth the money!(update)I've gone Kayaking in 3 Lakes and 2 rivers totaling about 40 miles. the kayak had two holes and they patched easily and no other problems can't wait for kayaking season this year!

[@papisanlove5537]

Thanks Jake I appreciate your video, I just bought the same Kayak

[@yitzchakschnitzler1101]

Where did u get it from?

[@papisanlove5537]

I ordered mine from Walmart. I paid too much. gas is high so all plastic items cost more. gas prices will be better in winter, and no one kayaks in the winter, so try craigslist and Google kayak sales around November. Goodluck

[@WalkertheStalker]

excellent ideas!!!

[@Basskingdom7]

Hey, when using the retractable clothesline, how do you keep it still, sense the clothesline doesn’t lock in once the Anchor is at the bottom?

[@jakemynameis93]

My anchor trolley kit came with a cleat I tie the rope around when it hits bottom. Takes awhile for my anchor to find something down there to lock on to, though. Maybe I'm just not good. Lol

[@trailwatcher5]

You spray painted those golf balls black and at the end of the video they were yellow what the hell kind of magic trick is that? Nice video, some good ideas.

[@WillieChavezHopeLoveFaith]

I was wondering why you haven't made any videos of that bad boy in action with all its new features? I was guessing it's too cold where you're at right now? I was hoping you would fill in the views with info. Like weigh, is it making it harder to paddle, and is it off balance.

[@jakemynameis93]

Willie Chavez I actually have been trying to make videos fishing out of it, but I’ve been skunked every time 😅 but I haven’t used this kayak before I upgraded it, so I wouldn’t be able to compare.

[@WillieChavezHopeLoveFaith]

Was it sinking cause of all the new modification? Did you get to try the Kayak before the modification, and was it still sinking? And thank you for replying back. I plan on getting the same kayak and wanted to know if I should just leave it as is or just make a few modifications?

[@ctford27]

I've got that kayak, it is the best 275 bucks I ever spent!

[@jakemynameis93]

I definitely loved this kayak when I had it!

[@nonenone1868]

Awesome Video Bro.! 😁👍

[@HeadwatersKayak]

MY next video we feature a build out of this yak using some Mobbin Outdoors Upgrades. Trying to build the most tricked out fishing yak I can for under $500. Thanks for the rundown!

[@jakemynameis93]

Headwaters Kayak I actually JUST got back home from buying my Native Titan 10.5 😅

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Sick! I’ll sub so I can follow your adventures.

[@jakemynameis93]

thank you!

[@safarijonas3490]

Great video, thank u!

[@shaunmcclure3722]

Why put the anchor trolly on the left side? That's where the paddle storage is, won't they interfere with each other?

[@jakemynameis93]

Shaun McClure I did it because I hold the fishing rod with my right hand. It allowed me to adjust without putting the pole down

[@shaunmcclure3722]

@@jakemynameis93 Makes sense. Did you stow your paddle somewhere else, or just deal it? Also did you fish a lot of rivers with it?

[@poandasan]

i was watching this video and was like. i know that house! Jake!

[@joescarpadventures]

Nice to see a local guy on KZbin. I have wanted a kayak for years; looking hard at the Lifetime Tamarack Angler as a beginner, low-cost option. What are your thoughts on that after using it for awhile (I see you got another one...)? Subscribed.

[@sheliagayle1]

Was it top heavy once you got in the water wth all that new stuff on top?

[@jakemynameis93]

shelia taylor I didn’t feel too heavy at all. I didn’t feel wobbly on the water, but I only took it out on calmer wind days

[@archeryandoutdoors1776]

Im new to kayak fishing and just wondering, would something like this be suitable for use in the ocean, say a mile or so out? If not, would outriggers make it more "sea worthy"? If not this kayak, can anyone recommend a stable kayak for ocean fishing (Preferably under $700). Stability is most important to me over tracking or looks or weight. Thanks! :)

[@iamelvisman68]

Those shoes killllllllling it damn

[@jakemynameis93]

thanks! lolol

[@MrRubenAlonzo]

great video, whats the purpose of the sliding cord on the side of the kayak for?

[@johnmayo27]

I would like to get one for magnet fishing. John E.May ❤❤❤

[@adamjiries8565]

Where did you buy it for $170? That’s very cheap for a tamarack and I’m looking to buy one soon

[@jakemynameis93]

Adam Jiries I bought it from a local store here that buys liquidations. I was lucky to get it before anyone else!

[@therealjohnsquad]

Was your new seat the regular or the wide version of the cascade stadium seat?

[@jakemynameis93]

I got the regular width seat! Fits perfectly

[@kevinthomas8622]

Good vid man....but give your pop pop back those slipperzzz

[@jakemynameis93]

Kevin Thomas Thanks! And I didn’t realize many ppl would realize I my slippers 😂😭

[@naurashwig1373]

your kayak LIT fam

[@biggirl589]

this is awesome

[@jakemynameis93]

Thank you!

[@MrBlue-ib7oi]

i know this was uploaded in 2017, but can you give more specifics on the seat you got from amazon? i just got this kayak and want to get the same seat and want to make sure i get the right one. thanks!

[@jakemynameis93]

Mr. Blue Cascade Mountain Tech Stadium Seats for Bleachers www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y1LRH87/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_fJ6yBb359B934 This is the exact seat I bought back then. It was cheaper and on Prime when I purchased it. Lol

[@MrBlue-ib7oi]

thanks man!

[@tjmars37]

7:46 👌 hahahaha

[@UmDatNigka]

Do you kno where to get the front rod holder for this kayak? I lost mines!😩

[@trooper2221]

need motion sickness meds to watch this

[@garym2293]

i just tie my anchors to my side handles i use 2 when wind is 30 plus mph Cheers!! :))

[@cgrigg07]

How did you replace the clothesline with paracord?

[@jakemynameis93]

Carter Grigg I stretched the original clothes line out (left about 2ft) cut it, and I tied the paracord to the little bit of line I had left. But make sure you don’t let go of the original line while it’s stretched cause if it retracts after you cut it, that’ll be a headache to deal with! 😅

[@verax218]

did you use a square knot or

[@nbfisherman3760]

nice kayak for the price and good review

[@jakemynameis93]

Thanks! I love it so far! So much more comfortable/stable than my first kayak.

[@nbfisherman3760]

can u subscribe to my channel please?

[@jakemynameis93]

NB Fisherman subbed back!

[@alanalonso1920]

What if you used a magnetic tray?

[@qwedsawsqwwwww]

Yeahhhhhh baby!!!

[@jakaye071203]

How do you use the retractable clothesline and the trolley system

[@WillieChavezHopeLoveFaith]

Nice video.

[@jakemynameis93]

Willie Chavez thank you!

[@cwatson42785]

3:58 next mod remove half peeled sticker...Boom. 😁

[@jakemynameis93]

Chris Watson 😂😂😂

[@cwatson42785]

@@jakemynameis93 🤣 Great video tho bud! I just got mine and im pumped to try it out! My first kayak! This video helped me alot! Thanks!

[@fastman454]

Nice vid. Whats the trolly used for?

[@jakemynameis93]

Thanks! It was used for my anchor. So I could position it to the front, middle, or rear of my kayak!

[@brianharris9556]

Ha! Your buddy is funny.

[@darkassasin6802]

Sorry noob question, but what is the trolley system for?

[@steadycraybu7090]

Your homie is awesome 💪👌

[@cgrigg07]

How did you mount your retractable line to your crate?

[@jakemynameis93]

Carter Grigg I just used the screws provided with the clothesline 😅 screwed it directly into the crate!

[@jamesleary1405]

Where to buy that seat man that's a great idea I just purchased my tamarack and got some plugs also no wet butt here.. But I would love to add that seat ty for any Info

[@mwood65]

3:30 he say Amazon.

[@PapaSmurfx93]

Did you use the kayak before you added everything?

[@jakemynameis93]

Chris Lee I did not. But I did sit in it, and the regular position/height of the seat was uncomfortable 😣

[@dwheeler016]

My seat SUCKS. I need to get a seat like that.

[@DemonSlayer9166]

What are the golf balls are used for ?

[@dmacko]

Wow has the price for this gone up in 4 years. Now I'm looking at $399.

[@billyrichardson2834]

I don't understand why there are holes that you gotta plug.. what's the point of the holes?

[@ryansoper818]

I don't understand why he plugs them. Completely not necessarily. Sit on top kayaks are designed to be self bailing. Any water that comes in drains out. Unless you're on the heavy side of the weight limit of the kayak then some water may come up through the bottom.

[@RussC123]

What brand anchor trolly kit would you recommend?

[@crazydreamer5083]

For the seat is it the 17" or 20" cascade stadium seat

[@jedidias7091]

It's the 17

[@robertdsmith50]

What is the purpase of the anchor trolley??

[@jeffmarin7040]

Does this Kayak work in saltwater as well?

[@JerryPaullll]

ive only seen one dude use the actual hatch... whys nobody modding that out>?

[@bajadude1222]

damn foo where you get them huaraches at ? i need some closed toe ones lol

[@jakegerry2371]

Im looking to get this kayak which holes are you plugging at which are you leaving?

[@Alan-yd5pc]

Plug the ones in/by the seat.

[@jorcktheoutcast8007]

Yo how wide was that seat? 17" or 20"?

[@GarthGoldberg]

Maybe get some more cans and spray paint the Mazda minivan while you're at it.

[@matthewrickard1596]

So how much total, kayak and all the mods?

[@detectingrose2221]

Zawesome info thanks so much ....

[@Same1673]

Boom !!!!

[@bobcary7780]

Check out this link to ideas you might like for your kayak. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZLRc3WpmLaBadk

[@michaelschaller7572]

Hahaha he is worried about the color scheme lol

[@jakemynameis93]

Michael Schaller Yeah, I am 😂😂😂

[@alexgaribay7794]

Is this a saltwater set up?

[@MichiganAmBushOutdoors]

Did the seat affect the stability?

[@jakemynameis93]

Michigan AmBush Outdoors I did not feel anything different in stability. It does make you a little higher, but not much rocking.

[@MichiganAmBushOutdoors]

Jakemynameis thanks

[@JohnOphusfilms]

hey what is your seat mod where can i buy that?

[@jakemynameis93]

John Ophus I got it from Amazon here! Cascade Mountain Tech Stadium Seats for Bleachers www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y1LRH87/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_lI2dBbR4XNC0V

[@appalachiafishingclub]

7:40 circle game

[@ItzRobbie96]

What’s the weight limit?

[@jakemynameis93]

Robbie I think the weight limit was 275lb 🧐

[@jairusaznkid]

dang let me get a shirt

[@gremlen1]

Were you got that seat

[@rxonmymind8362]

gremlen1 Amazon

[@OutdoorFun01]

How to spray paint the wrong way video. Haha!

[@BubbaBass]

Its a great yak bro ccheck out some of my vids im all over on it 👍👍👊 mobbin outdoors a great channel got my ideas from him aswell

[@jakemynameis93]

You've got some great yak videos! Definitely had to subscribe!

[@g_kurka174]

Doin similar to mine

[@masterangler100]

Tell me why I was rolling my phone along with you when you were rolling the box of balls while spray painting them lol 😂

[@jakemynameis93]

masterangler100 LOL 😂