Lifetime Tamarack Angler 100 Kayak Mods/Upgrades. BEST KAYAK MODS! (2nd video LINK in description)

Most of the stuff I got from Amazon. Others I got from Walmart.
Check out my 2nd video.....it’s only about half as long haha.
Here’s the link: • Lifetime Tamarack Angl...

[@scottvriethoff6633]

I did a ton of research and landed on this kayak. I was eyeing them at my Walmart. They were priced wrong for weeks. Ended up snagging 3 for $224 each. I’m so excited to launch these bad boys!

[@zachmitchell1111]

Most fun part about kayaking is getting it all rigged up lol

[@shotsfired1106]

I have same one! It works great for me. I reccomend mounting rhat battery in the center. My battery was loose and when its to one side, you can really tell the kayak is off center and makes paddling difficult

[@peanutskustomz2466]

New to kayaking and my wife purchased it for me. Good looking mods and has given me ideas. Thanks for the info.

[@natividadvillanueva8804]

Put a one gallon paint can in center for storage ,just cut off the handle on can and it will fit

[@Hawaiianstyle-dz4xb]

I have a lifetime, just enough for me to handle. I’ve learned a lot and started modifying last year. I’m running a minnkota traxxis 45, Bro Craft mount, 100ah lithium battery. The front has a 6 switch control panel with a 7 in cv plus powered by two small lithiums The motor shaft is being cut to 28 in. It went straight from the manufacturer to the shop. It will be ready by next week! I’m so excited! Bros! A 45 on a 60 lbs kayak!

[@phillipallan2863]

#1. THANKS for your SERVICE !!! #2. Sounds like you got a GREAT WIFE !! #3. Looks like you have done your homework / research / fantastic job with ALL your mods & accessories + you're now ALL SET for the upcoming FISHING SEASON. Looking forward to your NEXT VIDEO after you get on the water & test out everything!!!!! Some minor suggestions might be to: add seat risers (only if you get uncomfortable on long days) * put a hatch in the front area to access the interior of the hull for battery storage & distribute weight more evenly ( I recommend a hinged hatch not the screw in style - along with a nesting internal dry storage bag) * lastly use Velcro/ tiny strong magnets to mount some small hinged storage containers (the lids won't get lost) on each side of gunnles near handles and/or under seat ( such as cheap pencil box / soapbox) for the convenience of changing out lures and bait and or letting items dry out therefore avoiding rusty hooks & lures getting nasty and you can drill tiny holes in them to increase air movement / dry out time. Now you will really be "squared away" I hope my "two cents worth" was beneficial to your endeavor ? BTW I am a fellow Vet, now retired of 23 years of service & 3 desert tours. Also, instead of using a bunch of "dummy chords" to lash everything down on the kayak, you could also use pool noodles and/or zip ties to temporarily secure things or keep them afloat. There are ONLY 2 TYPES of "kayak fishermen" in the world : those that HAVE fallen in, and those that have NOT FALLEN IN YET !!!! L0L crazy boat wakes on the lake & rogue waves in the ocean can really catch you off guard sometimes and I hope you always wear your life jacket , the only thing that can NOT be replaced during kayak fishing is YOU, be safe & MOST OF ALL HAVE FUN, I even have great days when I don't catch any fish, it's just so nice to be out there and observe cool things and interesting wildlife that just happened in nature. If you were deployed "welcome home" and God bless you and your family !!! PS and depending on your financial situation... IF & WHEN you ever decide to upgrade to a larger kayak you might want to consider an electric trolling motor with pedal steering but you will have to register your kayak with the Boat Commission ( the entire process is a dad pricey and takes some time to complete everything) PSS : I use a piece of pool noodle on my spinning rod ( above the reel & below the largest eye, cuz sooner or later you're going to go in the drink , it will helps keep rod afloat without the use of a dummy cord. It really helps when S.H.T.F. cuz eveything happens SO DAMM FAST and ALL YOU'RE THINKING about is being able to BREATHE & staying ALIVE :-) GOOD LUCK & HOPE TO SEE NEXT VIDEO SOON. ! ! ! ! !!!!!!!!

[@MJRamirezVideo]

I got one but I wish I got your color blue, looks good.

[@kevinmason3141]

wife sounds like a keeper! congrats on the yak...

[@weriesblack1375]

Stringer in saltwater is asking for a shark to bite the kayak we dont mess with the bull sharks here in aus they will take a bite out of the yak then its game over haha. But on a more happy note well done on the mods if i can give a tip before you just bolt everything on take it out for a paddle a few times and feel if it works for you and what els you need people get carried away adding mods by the time you know it you spend 1000 in mods take it out and realise its not working or it annoyes you so yea less is more also its easier to transport and clean but go with what makes you happy good job and keep up the good work sir👍

[@upstatenyliving9501]

Thanks. I only use it on the local freshwater lakes by the way.

[@dallasnittel4980]

Great Video really good ideas you did on yours just bought the same Kayak excited to take it out!!!!!!

[@bln3576]

I am looking to get one of these as well. Maybe mount a 1 watt solar panel on the nose to charge the battery continuously? I have lower back problems so I am thinking of mounting and ergo chair. It will sit a little taller but oh well. I am also going to get some Styrofoam pool tubes, cut them and put them on my oar so if my oar falls in the water it will float. Nice job. Cheers

[@shotsfired1106]

Paddle floats.

[@Hawaiianstyle-dz4xb]

I totally get it.

[@pb-bx1ll]

Great video, thank you

[@nickwenger9571]

I like the stringer idea

[@upstatenyliving9501]

Thanks!

[@bassintexas6706]

Nice yak!

[@upstatenyliving9501]

Thanks! Been wanting one for a while and my wife got it for me this past Christmas. Can’t wait to try it out this Spring!

[@Bridgez777]

Lots of Great ideas! (Esp the ‘scupper plugs’ WITH bungee Ha! I’ll be doing that Today! I’ve had to turn mine over few times to push balls out whn stuck) **Question.. Do u hv any bottom protection like for hull/keel? Or the entire bottom? I’ve only taken mine out a few times, bn very careful But somehow still got some minor scratches.. I’ve seen vids on different things from spray on truck bed liner to ‘gorilla tape 🤦‍♀️’.. Any thoughts? I’d really like to do something for the underneath for preventative & peace of mind~✌️💕☺️ & #HappyYak’N

[@sawyerramos3113]

you are gonna have fun in it

[@kevintesmer4985]

Not sure where in NY you are, but I’m also in NY and just bought the same yak as my first. Hope we cross paths! Tight lines and be safe!

[@upstatenyliving9501]

I’m upstate past Lake George.

[@jeffnix3307]

How many times did you sit in it and watch kayak fishing videos on TV?

[@crazycanucknation]

Awesome wife! Congrats!

[@seth1530]

Stuff the inside of the haul with pool noodles

[@ThueyOutdoors]

Looks good so far!

[@baltiraven2223]

Awesome brother

[@RedfishInc]

Its a great kayak if you are under 6 feet tall and 200 pounds. Above that stability begins to be an issue.

[@upstatenyliving9501]

I am 6 ft and 200 lbs and stability isn’t an issue at all.

[@843Landbased]

@@upstatenyliving9501 I’m 230 and 6’0 not the slightest issue

[@daniellewis1318]

i don,t know about this model but i purchased the teton my first day out on the water i noticed it did,nt track very well so i added a skeg and now it tracks straight

[@elangray2024]

Ya I had the same problem with mine I might have to do that

[@chillios2222]

what scuppr plugs do u run?, just saw foam golf

[@upstatenyliving9501]

@@chillios2222 Yeah, I made my own using foam golf balls

[@tkaigs4057]

How do u adjust the depth of ur anchor? I see where it will clip on and how u can change the position (front or back of yak) but how do u vary the depth of anchor?

[@upstatenyliving9501]

I just let it sink to the bottom and then tie it off. If you don’t want it all the way down, I guess you just use your best judgement.

[@kyleleffew7287]

Would you mind showing how you hooked up the fish finder?

[@upstatenyliving9501]

I’m not sure what you mean? At about 12-13 minutes in, it shows the wiring hook up. Or do you mean how I mounted it? The two wires plug into the back, one for the power, the other is the transducer.

[@kyleleffew7287]

@@upstatenyliving9501 I noticed I accidentally skipped over that part my bad and this is a great video thanks for sharing! I’m looking at getting the same kayak soon 👍🏼

[@monarchpixels]

I thought I heard the transducer won’t work through the hull.

[@upstatenyliving9501]

It did, but I changed the setup to make it better

[@CamOrgaard]

How did you secure the screws so they don't pull out of the plastic?

[@upstatenyliving9501]

I just snugged them down and didn’t over torque. I also used gorilla brand clear silicone on the screws to make sure the holes were sealed well. It also helps hold the screws. I also drilled the screws directly into the kayak vice drilling a hole first.

[@Snyderbear1]

Nice setup. I found a lifetime like this here for $50 that had a small hole I patched. I’m looking at doing the orange trim look, but I can’t seem to find the rod holders you have behind the seat. Was this also an Amazon acquisition? Thanks for any feedback..

[@williamkennedy8768]

You can get this same for 99.00

[@jeremymantyla3612]

Where

[@zygmuntc]

Um, Um and Um. I can’t form a Um sentence, Um.

[@travelingman4983]

Yeah it was bought with your money im betting🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣Her money is her money and your money is her money there is no our money🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣