My Tarpon 120 Fishing Kayak

A look at how I have my new WS Tarpon 120 rigged up for fishing bass on the lakes and rivers of ND/MN. I also go over the camera rigs I built to record the action when I'm on the water.
A few links to find some of the supplies I used to build the custom kayak accessories and camera rigs:
ABS and King Starboard (HDPE) plastics:
www.tapplastics.com/product/pl...
Carbon fiber tubes:
www.clearwatercomposites.com/
Black oxide coated stainless fasteners:
www.albanycountyfasteners.com/
Black PVC pipe:
www.formufit.com/
10-pin mini USB connector:
www.chargeconverter.com/store/...

[@snxwoo2843]

I know I'm 6 years late but, this setup is just insane especially the camera setup that's genius its also very impressive how handy you are truely

[@pavski]

that camera rig is something you should patent produce and sell. nice job.

[@armandorjusino]

He is so happy with his gear that 5 years later still have the same thing, what an example of simplicity and functionality.

[@connorschork8462]

I'm 95 percent sure this guy doesn't even have to buy a kayak. he can just make it like everything else

[@markstreight1809]

He forgot to mention he 3d printed the yak and made the fish finder out of a used toaster.

[@frankaugustine3620]

Mark Streight impressive

[@AlphaQHard]

@@markstreight1809 He 3d prints the smallies too

[@MrIndyjoe]

I call him the McGuyver of kayak fishing, ha. But he's very smart and very skilled and I listen to everything he says about smallie fishing. Rock on Matt!

[@rmjacob86]

Sir, you are the true Macgyver of kayak fishing. Sweet setup man!

[@ndyakangler]

CaptSteelCity Haha thanks! I always watched that show when I was a kid, definitely had to MacGyver some of my power tools to make some of the plastic parts lol!

[@Kholaslittlespot1]

I'm sure you'd have plenty of fans ready to 3D print parts for you. I could perhaps help design the files in 3D.

[@solarjinx]

This is the most professional kayak setup (and youtube video) I've ever seen. Hat's off to you, sir.

[@TheGoreforce]

and it doesn't have more than you need.

[@bostonbh8815]

Man, you do some nice work! You don't cut any corners when it comes to your fishing set-up! Thanks for taking the time to show us it!

[@085297]

Jesus Christ dude you have to patten some of this stuff!! this is the most legit setup ive seen in a long time!! your really selling me on the tarpon 120!

[@colbyk2253]

I have a tarpon 120 and I love it. Very comfortable and stable. The boat is very fast and is setup up very well for fishing.

[@user-sy8ph2mv4n]

Setting up your watercraft to save valuable space and improve functionality is as fun (and expensive) as fishing itself!! WELL DONE

[@debbybruno9946]

All of your videos are A-1. Getting my first yak in a couple of weeks and extracted some nice ideas. Thank you!

[@uzername1nvalid]

My goodness, all of that is super impressive and detailed. Seems like you put a lot of work into it and your videos are reaping the benefits. Nice job!

[@SiTengoTiempo]

I discovered your channel just a few weeks back and almost every video here leaves me gobsmacked at the fishing talent and now the engineering. The boat modifications in this video are well above what the average person would even think of doing or have the time to do. Well done!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Great video! It's easy to see that you've put quality time and effort into your setup. Nice job!

[@ndyakangler]

Greg Blanchard Thanks Greg! I couldn't be happier with how it turned out!

[@t.c.2776]

As a DIY"er myself and can never stop redesigning stuff... you've made some very nice additions and creative professional looking mounting systems... NICE!!

[@automate7128]

The nerdiest video I have seen in some time and absolutely love it. You gave me some good ideas what I can do with my kayak. Keep up the great work

[@troy7997]

Always love seeing your setup. Love all the custom stuff. Looks great. Thank you for all your videos!

[@tcr03]

You should really do a vid on how you made the power connectors for the camera and light. Im sure lots of ppl would be interested in a step by step vid

[@dmoua08]

this

[@wackzingo]

+matthew stufflebean Yes!

[@Wildcard-pc9cp]

+matthew stufflebean Yes definitely! That is some of the best work I've seen!

[@Kephers7]

yes!

[@jorouss33]

OMG YES! Need

[@ztrubble6889]

Best modifications I have seen yet. Very nice job

[@greglewellen6792]

You are a true craftsmen that's for sure.

[@chuckplainview4085]

Your voice has changed! Much lower nowadays compared to this. Shows how long you've been doing this which is awesome!

[@kennethgoin628]

Truly impressive set up, and it's old news now! Watching your videos takes me back to when I didn't have a dime to my name but I rigged up an inflatable raft, put a carpet-wrapped plywood floor inside, and straddled a cooler! Within a couple of years I bought my first boat, but you can bet that I sure got a lot of looks! Sure was fun for catching fish though! My dad and I share a canoe with stabilizers for hitting a river/stream or landlocked pond now.

[@badass19671]

By far the best kayak setup I've seen thus far!! I wish I could set up my kayak just as nice as yours!!! Great job!!

[@brettjohnson5342]

What a great video! I just got a Tarpon 120 a few weeks ago. Your video has really got me think about how to rig it. Thanks!

[@maxrechkemmer4554]

Perfection and Simplicity... Well done!

[@brenwyattm0rij909]

Some serious engineering !!! Very impressed !!

[@rulehardgarage9740]

Youre ingenuity is incredible.

[@dangercloseusabluecollaram6135]

Just starting out myself. You've given me plenty of inspiration. Thanks for the insight and ideas.

[@marcduncan4917]

Hands down the slickest Tarpon I have ever seen. I have a Pre-08 T140 (rubber front hatch, no gear tracks...) that I'm getting rigged now, and you have really given some inspiration! Also, as a test electrician, and electronics tech for 16 years I have to say bravo on your on-board power system for the cameras and FF-very clean install, my man.

[@ndyakangler]

Thanks Marc! A lot of planning went into this setup, probably more time spent brainstorming than actually building. I think the hardest part was coming up with ways to machine some of the plastic parts with the limited power tools I have. I couldn't be happier with how it turned out though, I haven't changed a thing since shooting this video and I plan on keeping everything the same for this season.

[@greghand3146]

Awesome setup! Your old one was amazing but I like the carbon fiber additions! And the fact that you machined those brackets and did all the electric on your own blows my mind!! I'm super jealous of your setup! Keep up the good work!!

[@ndyakangler]

Greg Hand Thanks! I was pretty happy with the old setup, you can probably tell by how similar the new one is! A few minor changes but for the most part it's all cosmetic. It sure does look nice though!

[@zafotbeeb]

Very creative lay out and your electronic innovations are pretty dope and very professional looking custom finish to everything you did. Really sweet looking set up.

[@Shokenryu]

Wow I love how you rig power to your front camera. Genius !!!

[@surethingsfly]

Amazing kayak. The attention to detail is exquisite, well done to you! ATB.

[@cdvaugha1]

I'm blown away. No wonder your videos turn out so great. The fish were impressive, but the rig job on this kayak is next-level.

[@ndyakangler]

CHRIS VON Thanks Chris! I'm just glad everything worked when I put all the pieces together!

[@joeytornado1313]

Excellent video! Very impressed with the mods that you have made. Another great video. 👍🏻

[@Iceman-go1gs]

Never thought id be so impressed with such a simple piece of equipment

[@jeffreymeyers543]

Wow. Rarely do I comment, but I have to say it, your electrical work blew me away.

[@JerryLester]

Thanks for the update. Your fitting and electrical connections are the best.

[@ndyakangler]

***** Thanks Jerry! I'm just glad all the rigging is done, now it's time to put it to use and catch some fish!

[@tzzzz20]

Very well done. I just picked up a used Tarpon 100 for the small creek adventures that my Hobie Outback wont work for. Really like the anchor trolly setup.

[@F0RUM155]

I was wondering how I was gonna secure my kayak crate! Great idea with the notches.... sooo simple yet ,effective!

[@Maax73]

You’re a genius! Awesome rigs on your kayak! Thanks for all your nice videos. They are nice to watch those days one can’t get out and fish. Best regards from Sweden // Thomas

[@fordmanfisher]

I really enjoyed yhis video. Everything on your kayak seems very well thought out. I like how it has all the little extras that make for a great fishing boat without being overly crowded and busy. Very well done sir.

[@ndyakangler]

Thanks Drew! Even though this video is a few years old not much has changed on my kayak other than adding a Power Pole Micro Anchor to the back end. It’s an awesome setup for the small rivers and lakes I fish!

[@mbranham27]

Phenomenal job!!! I cant wait to meet you on the water up here. Tight Lines!

[@paulbrockman3293]

Damn, man! You're really high tech. Great job with all of your electronics.

[@rickdownunder8904]

Thanks for the video.I am picking up my new Tarpon 120 tomorrow and I am really keen to set it up for fishing as I live near the beach in South Australia and fishing Kayaking has boomed down here.No more casting from the shoreline anymore.Once I get familiar with the Kayak I will be installing a fish finder with GPS so it was great to see how you had set yours up.Thanks again for taking the time to create this video.Cheers from Rick

[@ndyakangler]

Thanks Rick, I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Somehow your comment ended up in my spam folder so I just came across it. Hopefully by now you've had a chance to try out your new kayak! It's always a good idea to take it out once or twice before installing anything just to make sure your intended mounting locations will work out. If the water is warm enough there I'd take it out empty to a calm spot in about chest deep water and test its limits by tipping over and practicing re-entry a few times too. Have fun and be safe out there!

[@surealfishing5115]

awesome kayak setup. I like the way you power your electronics. very clean and neat installation. you've given me some great ideas for mine. thank you and keep up the awesome videos.

Nice work. It's high quality and ingenious set up. I take many of your idea for my own kayak.Thanks!

[@MrRugerSR9er]

Absolutely excellent job of modding your kayak and making this video! It’s interesting, informative and well shot. I’m just starting out fishing from Kayaks. I’m used to over 25 years of float tube and pontoon boat fishing. Your video will be instrumental in helping me get set up. It’s the best I’ve seen yet and I’ve watched dozens. Thanks very much. Like and subscribe for sure!

[@zachhoward9984]

I understand this video was made quite a while back now but I must say that as an engineering student I was very impressed with how you made your gear you've done very well!!

[@ndyakangler]

Thanks Zach! I've only had this kayak for a year now but everything has worked great so far!

[@MyVantasticLifeVoyage]

You did a bang up job on those camera mounts. Love it!

[@braveswin1]

God damn, dude...you're Batman!!! Sweet mounts and electrical setups. I wish I had the electrical chops you do. Excellent vid.

[@alanwilliams5829]

Camera mounts are a work of art man, great job!

[@brandonnapier2117]

Wow, that's slick! Lots of thought went into your set up. I agree with other comments about you being able to market some of your designs.

[@mg-7047]

Sweet setup! Nice attention to detail, and very smooth execution in layout and fabrication. Not a bad parking spot, either! Thanks

[@ndyakangler]

MG-70 Thanks! This is one of my favorite spots to pull up the kayak for a lunch break and listen to the water and the birds for awhile. Its a great spot to hop out and wade around that island too, when the water is a little higher there's some nice bass there.

[@TheFurrminator]

My son has a kayak and he's been trying to talk me into getting one, I really like your setup. Thanks for the detailed video. I'm now a subscriber.

[@ndyakangler]

Thanks Jeff! I'd highly recommend getting a kayak, it's a blast paddling around and exploring lakes and rivers! I'm looking forward to getting mine back out as soon as we get some warm spring weather.

[@MNKayakFishingAdventures]

Nice Matt! Always fun to see what you've come up with.

[@ndyakangler]

Ron Strauss Thanks Ron! It's pretty much based on my old setup with a few small changes. I really like the new camo kayak!

[@EchoScreen78]

Nice high tech boat you have there, you did a great job customizing it! I got a Predator over the winter and just waiting for ice to go out so I can use it. I'm looking forward to using it and figuring out how to set up...and making some fishing videos too, of course! Tight lines.

[@Scott-xc5sg]

I know this an old video but I love the fact that you did this on the river side, with nature as the background noise. Instead of most lazy people doing this in their backyard.

[@hotbrass2005]

Very nice! Thanks for putting this together. You have a very nice setup there. I have some ideas I want to implement into mine now!

[@richardpeebles8492]

I second the idea of a video dedicated to showing us how you made your electronics set up. Great video!

[@hugotox1]

Your voice sounds much younger here than it is now,almost as a different person.Love your channel.Thanks for posting.

[@TimKollat]

what an awesome set up! I wish I had your ingenuity and skill

[@johnritchie1111]

Dude you're friggin cool man this set up is sick! And the fishing is always great

[@jacenchrisbaker]

You did such an awesome job talking about your Tarpon and running it ragged over the years, SOMEHOW I ENDED UP WITH A 2020 TARPON. Wildy owes you a coffee or something, man.

[@ericmoutray1436]

You did a great job on your fishing kayak mods.

[@sgtryan98]

That looks like a tactical kayak right there! That is awesome!!! Love the color and that was creative replacing the stock screws with black screws. That was a really creative setup! Nice job!

[@ndyakangler]

sgtryan98 Thanks man! I think the black screws make it look a lot nicer! I wish they'd use them at the WS factory.

[@nismo300zx96]

NDYakAngler did the replacement screws go in nice and tight? Factory screws look to be self taping.

[@hookedup]

Thats a sweet set up Matt, thanks for sharing

[@meinsnailen4628]

I wish you were my neighbour! You have some significant skills there buddy. Great video.

[@dalefogle7060]

Love the camera set up. Awesome job on that!

[@Rob.653]

Fantastic video man. Really clean looking custom work.

[@daveulery360]

Amazing work and nice setup!

[@St0lenGlasses]

Great attention to detail goes a long way! Nice setup!

[@rendezvous5784]

Great video! You are definitely a detail guy and do awesome work too. Thanks for sharing!

[@uzername1nvalid]

Definitely sounds like an engineer.

[@L8terdays]

That is so nice it makes me want to fish that way. However I have never gone fishing in my 61 years of life. I want to but I do not know what to do or even how to tie the line. So I watch. Your videos are wonderful. Thank you.

[@NodakKid83]

That’s a cool setup Matt! I dig it!

[@michaelbergwell]

Very impressive. Pretty sure I'm going to attempt a rudimentary version of this next year. Thanks for the ideas!

[@alanreyes29]

That really cool set up man. Great video!

[@michealcarver2474]

That is just awesome my friend. I hope all is well with you.

[@corkyvanderhaven3391]

My faith in fishing community of KZbin will be significantly boosted when dude hits 500k Just sayin Thx for the tour. Was very enlightening after dozens of brilliant vids Very QooL braH

[@booman2624]

huge props on your camera set up! I can tell a ton of time went into getting that the way you want it. Would love to see some night time shots from this year and if you are doing any more mods film the build process. Fish on!

[@ndyakangler]

Thanks man! The only problem with the light is it draws a lot of bugs so I use it mostly for a navigation light while I'm moving. I might have to try a night bit for some walleye this spring though before the bugs get too thick. I'll have to experiment with some colored lenses over the light this summer too, maybe I can avoid drawing them in. I haven't made any other changes to the kayak yet. I'm thinking about getting a micro power pole for cat fishing but I'm not sure if I'd put it on this kayak or the orange one.

[@braedenfraser1820]

Love your videos....awesome kayak setup man !!!

[@ROMAN-oy5ju]

This guy has inspired me to more ways of enjoying fishing

[@aroundfloridaandbeyond376]

You are wicked smart and handy. Great job. Just got me a Tarpon. Looking to modify it. Nothing like what you have thought, lol.

[@blazinreptiles8969]

One of the best fishing channels

[@FishAnything]

Money - definitely a good video to watch as I continue to rig out my Native Manta Ray 12XT. Very similar kayak in a lot of ways :) thank you!

[@mikenessler2884]

Dude that is an awesome setup. Great video keep it up!

[@stillgonasendit2604]

Wow awesome job on all your details man impressive! The gopro charging set ups are suuuuper impressive! Wow

[@mrdugris7724]

The least we can say is that your very well equip!

[@westong1763]

I’m 14 and I have a tarpon 100 I love kayak fishing on the river too!

[@billsmith5166]

I've been slowly binge watching all your videos over the past week or so. That kayak is amazing. If I was a kayak manufacturer I'd want you as an advisor tomorrow. I know it would be a real pain, but can you imagine an NDYak accessories company? It already sounds Chinese so you've won half the battle. Heck, I'd hire you myself to come over and organize my garage! Thanks for the videos!

[@harley9714]

You r the man, the day I buy a kayak and need a setup I will look at this video.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@deanw55]

wow this is amazing your so crafty and smart as hell. prob the best do it at home creations i have ever seen on a yak and they look amazing and like there from a factory awesome man

[@ndyakangler]

Wesley Dean Thanks man! I bet I spent more time just thinking and planning out the next step than actually building on the camera rigs. They turned out great though and so far they've been working without any problems.

[@briangilley5093]

Sweet rig captain !!

[@GWHAWK87]

Your camera mounts are truly epic

[@bucktalesoutdoors7566]

Very nice, well thought out set-up. I’m thinking you must be an engineer or maybe an electrician by trade and now I can see why the video and audio quality of your videos is really a cut above. Really enjoying all your videos, excellent stuff.

[@B25gunship]

Tremendous setup. Well thought out and executed. You must have a technical background. Well done.

[@oldguyriders]

Nice video. Very clever set-up. I’m definitely saving this video for future reference. Thanks for sharing.

[@ndyakangler]

Thanks! It’s been over six years now since I filmed this and I really haven’t changed much on the kayak other than adding a power pole anchor on the back.

[@timhill2849]

thats a sweet setup. nice modifications to the Yak.

[@AlexGiffin]

Love the setup! Great Video!

[@theadd_gamer1182]

WOW, just wow man!