Vacation on the new Jackson Bite Angler

I caught a total of 8 rainbow trout on nightcrawlers. I got a nice drive-by visit from “Johnny on the trail” and then my pastor from church came and floated the river with me. I’ll have the links posted below
Johnny on the trail: / @johnnyonthetrail
Pastor Matt Caldwell of Olivet Baptist Church: Facebook: / olivetbaptistknoxville
or on KZbin... / @olivetbaptistchurch8279

[@mustang774]

Wow Scott that was a dandy little fishing and kayaking vacation. Sure was a beautiful place. those little rapids must have been a bit more gnarly in the kayak than it looked on camera. You had a few spots where you hung up on the rocks that I was surprised you didn't tip over buddy. Those were some good looking trout.........Take care, Bluefin.

[@SalineScott]

Yeah, there was a few times I got a little scared, because I thought I was going to tip over. I had a good time though. Those trout tasted pretty good too.

[@BillGoudy]

That was an excellent adventure.... Those rapids looked pretty narley.. I wanted to get out and push you a couple of times... To help get you off those rocks... Haha!! That fish don't get no fresher... I love that catch and cook!! One of my favorites ... no matter what kind of fish. Thanks, Scott..... for bringing us along.... That was fun!! ;-)

[@SalineScott]

I think I could’ve used your help with that perch off of the rocks. LOL. That was the first time I have ever tried eating trout or went trout fishing. I think that was some of the best fish I’ve ever eaten

[@Loner2012AT]

Wow! Nice ride! You've got that thing tricked out! Always enjoy watching your adventures.

[@SalineScott]

Thanks, Jeff. I’m loving this kayak

[@myadventureoutdoors]

I really enjoyed this adventure. That river was beautiful and full of fish. You need to take me there. You are going to have to get a kayak anchor. It can be as simple as a barbell and a rope. I'm glad to see you get a bonafide fishing kayak. Embrace the rapids.

[@SalineScott]

I would love to take you there, Steve. I don’t know about a kayak anchor in those swift waters, but I still need to get one. I am loving this Jackson kayak. I’m going to make another video tomorrow and Monday while I go out and do some fishing in Soddy Daisy with another KZbinr. I’ll embrace those rapids, but I need your new Kayak to embrace them with. Lol. That’s a nice one.

[@klrjohn8550]

Great fish & trip. Looks like a nice boat you have

[@SalineScott]

Thank you. It was a great trip. I still need to learn how to stand up in this boat comfortably. LOL.

[@fisherbryan381]

Thanks for sharing. I love a log chain anchor slows you down in that kind of water.

[@SalineScott]

I just got a chain to uses for an anchor and it’s working great.

[@JamieSlateMusic]

Ah Townsend. Know that area well. Lived in Alcoa (Alcoey locally) for 6 years. Used to get out there to that valley and surrounding valleys regularly. Thanks for the memories and the river ride in particular brother!!

[@SalineScott]

Oh man, I love the Townsend area. It’s beautiful and relaxing there.

[@JohnnyontheTrail]

Great video Scott, Looks like you had a wonderful vacation. That kayak is pretty awesome, it held up in those rapids. can't catch the fish if your loosing your worms in the river, ha. thanks for the shout out and those trout looks yummy. See ya soon my friend.

[@SalineScott]

I thought I was gonna lose all of my gear when I lost those worms. LOL. The trout were delicious, and it was great to get to see you again

[@CarolinaChrisOutdoors]

Looks like you had a great time Scott. Hard to beat fresh trout. Good thing you brought your extra bike tires!

[@SalineScott]

Yeah. I was glad I brought those extra wheels. Those trout were delicious. I think that was the first time I’ve ever had trout too

[@billmitchell7731]

This was a great trip and video. You were Gettin um👍🏻 I love trout fishing. I'm sure you noticed all the little hair bones. But an old guy who lived on the river showed me how to score them with a knife. And it made all the difference. I didnt even notice the bones after scoring them. And if you fry them they realy disappear. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🙏🙏🙏

[@SalineScott]

Thanks, Bill. This was the first time I have eaten trout. I loved it. I’m hoping to go trout fishing this coming Saturday. Maybe I’ll catch a few big ones and bring them home and eat them.

[@billmitchell7731]

@@SalineScott they are great fried and smoked👍🏻👍🏻

[@royhamus4967]

Did the bottom of your kayak have any damage from the rocks

[@SalineScott]

It had some scratches on the bottom, but it’s still going strong

[@themiwoodsman7222]

Nice kayak Scott sweet setup! Atb john

[@SalineScott]

Thanks, John. It was a great trip and this kayak is working out great.

[@SeniorHiker77]

I'm not into paddle/kayak boats but that trip looked interesting. 🤜🤛👍

[@SalineScott]

Thank you. It was a lot of fun. I wish I was still there. Lol

[@matthewcaldwell2681]

We had and awesome time can’t wait to do that again

[@SalineScott]

You got that right, brother. I can’t wait to do it again either.

[@patdonovan5106]

Nice video looked like alot of fun looks like the bite handled rough conditions pretty well

[@SalineScott]

Paddy D FPV Thank you. I was surprised at how well it handled. I’m very pleased with it

[@strickysbackpackingadventures]

Hey buddy. Nice float and awesome fishing. Me and my boys are gonna do a float there this summer. I’ll touch base with you before to get some pointers. Thanks for sharing and stay safe.

[@SalineScott]

You’ll have fun floating down there. I didn’t care too much for the section past the foot bridge though. It was too Rocky and it made it hard trying to dodge all the rocks.

[@GrantHubbard]

That was epic dude hopefully get to come and join yall soon.

[@SalineScott]

Thanks, Grant. You need to come with me and Wallace on Monday.

[@GrantHubbard]

@@SalineScott im hoping to be able to bro

[@SalineScott]

Grant Hubbard That would be great

[@OutpourOutdoors]

awesome video dude! looking forward to more!

[@SalineScott]

Thank you and thanks for coming along

[@dreamcreationsadventures]

Sure looked like an Awesome time to me ! And dang nice looking trout 👍🏻 Can’t wait to get my 2020 adventures kicked off

[@SalineScott]

Those trout were delicious. My pastor and I went to the trailhead trout and steak restaurant, but I didn’t film it. We had the ribeye with the garlic fries. That was the best meal I had while I was down there.

[@MikeMoose67]

That was a great video Scott

[@SalineScott]

Thank you and thanks for coming along

[@BluecollarBackcountry]

Wow, that was a great vacation! I like your new yak and I thought you were going to lose it at minute 14. You were lucky. Hahaha You got to eat some nice trout too! I know that was good. What a great place you were at and how are you liking your Breezer? Joe Breeze has quite a history in cycling. Thanks for sharing the fun buddy.

[@SalineScott]

I have never heard of this bicycle before, but I am loving it. It’s a steel frame, so it rides really good. The trout were delicious. That was the first time I’ve ever eaten trout to. I’m sure it won’t be the last. I thought I was gonna flip the kayak too. That was a little scary. Not to fall in the water, but to lose all my gear

[@HuyFishin]

thats a fat trout! Love the jackson bite. Nice kayak. I'll sub ya!

[@SalineScott]

Thank you. I got you back.

[@unlock_your_dream_home]

Nice trip but you definitely need to learn to read the water better. Just takes experience. Look for the V's or channels in between the rocks.

[@SalineScott]

Thanks for the tip. That’s been a few years ago. I have finally figured that out, but it can still get a little tricky sometimes.

[@cabinman]

You had several close calls thought you were heading in the water! 45 degrees is not water i'd like to be in. I've wanted to winter kayak for a long time but its not something that I've gotten around to doing and probably won't. You caught some nice fish. All on grubs?

[@SalineScott]

Yeah, I almost flipped it a few times. I was just worried about losing my gear. The water temperature got up to around 57 or 60 as the week went on. I caught all the trout on nightcrawlers. The guy that caught the 2 1/2 pound smallmouth was using a grub.

[@Pete_R63]

"Focus on fishing, riding a bicycle, and floating down the river." Sounds wonderful. Where do I sign?

[@SalineScott]

Lol. It may be a while before I get back down there, but it was a lot of fun.

[@MrKirbyl]

Is this the Scott I know?

[@SalineScott]

It is, Loyd. How’d you find me? lol.

[@MrKirbyl]

@@SalineScott I'm about to buy a Jackson Bite and your vid popped up. I said well dang... That's Scott. lol. Do you like the Bite?

[@SalineScott]

Loyd Kirby I’m loving mine. I still need to get used to standing in it. It’s real stable though.

[@MrKirbyl]

Saline Scott I just had both knees replaced and need a wider boat but don’t want to drop 2k on it.

[@SalineScott]

Loyd Kirby I think you’ll like the Jackson bite. I hope your knees are doing better.