Fishing Kayak Setup - Old Town Predator

[@nolidge1016]

That's probably one of the best kayak crate mods I've seen yet.

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

nolidge1016 thanks man lol

[@luphinus]

Thanks for the keel guard link! And loved the idea of the holes for storing hooks. I use a universal fishfinder base plate on a pivoting ram mount. Holes are fine for jigs, but a bit large for treble hooks. Also that PVC pipe in the crate for the anchor was a great idea, I can't believe I didn't think of that myself!

[@shandahewett5689]

Me and my husband live in Virginia and he is a avid trout fisherman and loves to kayak fish but his passion is in trout fishing he recently tried ice fishing this past winter he watches your vids over and over please keep them coming

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Shanda Hewett thank you!!

[@27natei]

That's a sweet set up, I just bought a 12 foot aluminum boat and I'm in the process of decking it out, this video definitely gave me some ideas!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Awesome setup! Your Hawg Trough holder looks a lot cleaner than mine lol. Good stuff man.

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Greg Blanchard haha thanks Greg! Well I've only used it once. I'm sure she'll get all chewed up this year.

[@hummer4u2nv11]

I finally received the 2017 PDL I told you about last month (thank you for the sticker advice). Now I'm adding all my accessories that I need, for both DEEP BLUE ocean fishing as well as shallow fresh water fishing. Off the coast of Florida, Louisiana, S Carolina, and N Carolina I go saltwater fishing for Kingfish, Tuna, Mahi/Dolphin, and Lobster diving...sometimes 300-400+ feet deep...especially the reefs & wrecks of Key West and Islamorada. When I go freshwater fishing in the Florida Everglades, Louisiana Bayous, or Lake Grenada Mississippi I mainly go for Bass and/or Crappie (Speckled Perch). I have chosen to put on a Helix5 (w/ CHIRP DI, SI, GPS, and Sonar), Yak Attack HD anchor trolley system (w/ quick release Float/Buoy) for unhooking during BIG Tuna or Tarpon 'sleigh rides' :-D Since I also fish a lot during night, I have put several Bluewater LEDs on too (2-8inch navigation red/green on front bow, 2- 40inch white on each outside edge in middle (for netting area or attracting bait near kayak), 4-8inch red for night vision inside the cockpit and tank-well during the night. 3 waterproof switches for inside, outside, and navigation. I use a 12v/10amp battery for LEDs and 12v/8amp battery from Cabelas to run the Helix5. The PDL hands free really helps to hold onto rod when fighting the fish and/or fighting current. INSTANT forward/reverse with feet like a bicycle.

[@andybates8861]

I am considering buying a kayak, and since I just took up fly fishing, this video has just cemented my decision to buy one! I am going to check out all your other vids! Keep up the great work!

[@paulo60255]

Nice video and great setup. Love the retractable and zinger systems. That kart seems to works well with your kayak. On my kayak it keeps falling off even if strapped tight. Ended up building a scupper hole kart out ppr piping . I still use the aluminum kart (inverted) to roll the kayak unto the roof of my van.

[@SuperBoyd]

Love your video. I just bought a Jackson Big Rig and i was looking for Ideas on setting up my kayak and you have so many good ones here. I'm a newb to fishing and kayaking and I have a lot to learn. Hope to see more from you.

[@AjaredstoneA]

Super nice set up man👌 got the same one in green.

[@Pokedad2012]

Great idea on drilling the holes and using baits later.

[@MrOffshore]

well laid out, nice work. I almost bought that kayak...it's a great boat. I ended up going with the Jackson Big Rig, I was nervous about stability and the Big Rig was a bit wider...both nice boats though. well done on the rigging.

[@Caper1960]

Nice set up, I have the PDL and this will work well with it to, especially like the simple lure holder (drilled holes) great idea and the hog trough holder. Subscribed.

[@gowrestle160]

That's a sweet rig man

[@doctorxring]

Very clean rig. Good work !

[@jbsanger696]

Sweet ride!.. Luv your yak and how u set it up..lots of ideas for my MX set up

[@achilles299]

Awesome ideas for my Old Town Predator Kayak 👍 new subscriber

[@motomaniac-cw9vy]

Real nice setup man I'm gonna steal some of your ideas

[@yangjianhunt]

Very clean and thoughtful set up.

[@zachwilson9824]

I dont think I saw a link for the bag attached to the back of your seat, it looks great btw. I just wanted to add that there's alot of cheap bags that go on the back of car seats that can be used for bait/tools. For me this is better because it'll only add weight to the kayak seat instead of the kayak itself. Edit: do you know of a way to make the clothesline anchor trolley detachable? (In case you were about to be hit by a boat, wave, etc.)??

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Zach Wilson that comes on the predator. It’s built on the seat

[@1300312]

Man, that is a nice setup. Keep fishing.

[@timbarnett6781]

Great information. If you lived in Wisconsin I'd hire you to set the kayak I think I am going to buy soon thanks

[@alanjohnson8396]

Excellent video and I agree with Kori, this is definitely on of the best crate mods I've seen. I like mine but after seeing this I think I may do a total revamp. BTW, how do you transport the kayak?

[@charlesgreatwood9987]

Dude! Good job on that nice set-up! Thanks for making a video of it!

[@Aesop101]

Fantastic work. Enjoy man.

[@DetroitFishigan]

Cool name on your Hawg trough 😎

[@ragnardanneskajold1880]

Fantastic video! Very informative, thank you for sharing your innovation.

[@scottnewby3925]

Awesome ideas.

[@reelwarrior307]

I have the same kayak! Love it! I assume you transport the kayak in the bed of your truck, do you put bow or stern in first?

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Reel Warrior I use a kayak carrier that slides into my trailer hitch. Keeps it from bouncing all over. The link to it is in my description. I put bow first usually.

[@dirtyfishingchannel738]

Awesome video and set up!

[@janfra98]

you should try taking g a famous baseball player shark fishing.

[@garrettmckenziefishing161]

Great setup!

[@farminandfishin1289]

Nice yak I have the same one works great I like your setup

[@whatwasithinking8159]

Love your crate ideas!!! Thanks for the video!

[@BloodSweatnBass]

Nice set up!

[@hummer4u2nv11]

I recently found/watched your video and catching up more with auto-play. I also 'liked' and just 'subscribed' too. QUESTION: I am getting newer Predator PDL and interested in adding stickers like you did all around the kayak. I am concerned if they won't stay put or start peeling off? How did you prepare the surface? Is there any advice or suggestions to make them stay better/longer?

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Hummer4u2nv they will stick just fine. You won't have issues u less you put them in an area that gets a lot of wear like rubbing on your vehicle or anchor trolley. The stickers I have are good quality and I don't have any issues.

[@KG-jq4jn]

Great video I have the OT predator also love it got some good ideas from your video. Blessings

[@eldoradodunn3]

Nice setup I like it .

[@EricRomines]

Sweet rig man! Thanks for sharing!

[@MilitumChristi]

Amazing Stuff, where I can buy the Strike King Worm Binder, at 1:49? Greetings from Germany :)

[@slikrik6098]

Hows the retractable anchor line working for you ,I tried it ,did not not last very long, sucker rusted out.

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

SlikRik works good. You use it in salt? I'm fresh water only

[@slikrik6098]

yep saltwater,

[@wdpohlmann]

Some great ideas... Thanks

[@kmelanson7]

Do you recommend Side imaging or Down imaging for a fishing kayak? I'm looking at the Helix 7 but not sure whether to buy the DI or the SI

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

kyle melanson I believe the si has both correct? I really haven't used it much but I like both features. I think the side imaging may be more desirable. I can pick out submersed logs, rocks, cover that I paddle past that I would otherwise miss

[@hummer4u2nv11]

...I forgot to ask do you have any issues with the KeelEasy...I'm looking at the same but concerned it may peel off with 90-100 degree heat days in Florida, Louisiana, Texas...(?)

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Hummer4u2nv it won't peel off brother. Stuff is rugged!

[@hummer4u2nv11]

I've heard nothing but all good things about it, I know the actual product is rugged, but my worry was about the 'adhesive' becoming soft in the heat of FL,TX, LA. Those States we have 90-100 degree days and thought it may peel of if the adhesive becomes soft from hot weather(?)

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Hummer4u2nv we don't get as hot here but I think this stuff, once it's on... it's on. It's very adhesive. Get it on there good with a heat gun and make sure it's all stuck with no wrinkles or folds.

[@rednoize4391]

where does the fish cooler go?

[@stevensae1470]

Nice setup

[@jerryf5269]

Nice work bro!! Where do you find epoxy glass? love it :)

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Jerry F had it Laying around from something else. Your a get it at Home Depot or any window place

[@jerryf5269]

Maine Trout Whisperer Thanks

[@fishingwcp]

How are you guys insuring your kayaks? My local guy through nationwide so he can’t do it

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Chris Pearce I don’t

[@edwardgeorge697]

How did you replace the line on the clothes line. It looks like I would destroy it taking it apart.

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Edward George very simple. I will have to make a video on this as I've had a bunch of questions. Pull all the line off, cut it and tie it onto paracord and wind it back in. I'll make a video soon.

[@kmelanson7]

How did you switch the clothes line to 550 cord? Did you open the case? If so how? Or did you cut the clothes line and fuse it with the 550 somehow?

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

kyle melanson it's very easy. Pull out all of the line inside the case and then when you get to the end put vise grips or something on the line so it won't go back in. Cut the line and tie on the paracord right to the end of the clothes line. Release the vids grip and it will spool up. Then just cut the paracord accordingly

[@brettsisson9239]

How have you secured your crate, or is it just sitting in the back ?

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Brett Sisson front of the crate has Velcro attached to the metal support bar and the back has a bungie cord over the rod holders .things solid

[@babygronkfishing2428]

What do you have on your terminal tackle box to keep your hooks from moving around?

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Paul Brown I used rubberized padding that goes under carpet and glued it to the top

[@exquisiteproproduction9944]

That cart does not work with an ascend 12 t. Just saying

[@ArbitraryLifestyle]

Is your crate rectangular or square?

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

ArbitraryLifestyle rectangle. Linked in description

[@No_Sleep789]

Very cool

[@BGPD70]

Where did you get the milk crate

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Bradley Proulx everything is linked in the description 😉

[@BGPD70]

Simple question...what a dick

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Bradley Proulx how was that being a dick? I answered your question and even put a smiley face? Lol

[@SewerRatID]

Wow! How is Main Trout Whisperer a dick, lol?!? I think he answered you very nicely! He gives you a link. One click and you're there. I guess you would rather he answered "Amazon" and then you would go to the Amazon app, type in "long milk crate," then scroll down through all of the results to find the one you want and you still wouldn't know what one he used. So then you'd be on here asking another question about this. If that's the approach you want to take, I'll amswer the question for him. "Amazon."

[@bawnix4700]

What editing software do u use

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

FishingFrenzy2 Adobe Premier Elements 14

[@kobehernandez9930]

You ever go for trout in this thing?

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

Kobe Hernandez i have. It’s great for flyfishihg

[@kobehernandez9930]

Maine Trout Whisperer nice!

[@bobcary7780]

Check out this link to ideas you might like for your kayak

[@dancummings989]

Bad ass! SUBSCRIBED

[@kikimj8196]

Nice rigg

[@Aesop101]

NICE

[@krysmgt2278]

Hello where u buy the floor please

[@mainetroutwhisperer]

kryss mag Seadek

[@krysmgt2278]

Maine Trout Whisperer tks for all

[@drackkor725]

117 pounds doesn't sound like something anyone would want.

[@marieweisinger9963]

14:14 Fail hand

[@yoyodawg8763]

There is no 14:14🙄