New Toy - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

crashcrow · 05-30-2018, 08:41 AM

After lots of thought about going to a pro angler I decided to pull the trigger on a new SoloSkiff. I will be keeping my Hobie Outbacks but I don't think they will be getting the use that they are used to after rigging this thing up. I'm picking up a fresh 6hp Yamaha outboard today, hope to be out on the water ASAP.

makobob · 05-30-2018, 09:11 AM

Congratulations amigo. I love mine.

Baja_Traveler · 05-30-2018, 09:26 AM

Awesome! My PA14 only gets used for the occasional kayak only fishing tournament anymore. Being able to launch where every other kayak launches, but getting to the fishing spots so much faster is a total game changer.
You are going to love it, and the Yamaha is a great choice in motor.

5-20 · 05-30-2018, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Baja_Traveler

Awesome! My PA14 only gets used for the occasional kayak only fishing tournament anymore. Being able to launch where every other kayak launches, but getting to the fishing spots so much faster is a total game changer.
You are going to love it, and the Yamaha is a great choice in motor.

Do you load the solo skiff in the back of your truck? It seems like most of the guys that buy one have them on a trailer and that makes parking iffy in a lot of places. Unless you've got a small enough trailer that you can decouple it and stick it in the back of your truck after you unload your skiff.

Crashcow, That's a cool looking toy. I'm sure you'll have tons of fun on it!!! Can't go wrong with a Yamaha (most of the time!).

Mr. NiceGuy · 05-30-2018, 12:15 PM

It's a beauty!

Baja_Traveler · 05-30-2018, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 5-20

Do you load the solo skiff in the back of your truck? It seems like most of the guys that buy one have them on a trailer and that makes parking iffy in a lot of places. Unless you've got a small enough trailer that you can decouple it and stick it in the back of your truck after you unload your skiff.

Crashcow, That's a cool looking toy. I'm sure you'll have tons of fun on it!!! Can't go wrong with a Yamaha (most of the time!).

Since the Sentri lane does not allow trailers crossing back, trailering has never been an option in my mind - so in/on the truck it goes. Usually just in the bed because it is easy to load/unload, but I have been known to put it up top. Not any harder than loading a PA14...

5-20 · 05-30-2018, 12:44 PM

Awesome pixs, Baja_Traveler. Thanks!

Mahigeer · 05-30-2018, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Baja_Traveler

Hey that's my SUV in the distance.

05-30-2018, 09:11 AM	#2
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	Congratulations amigo. I love mine. __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN

05-30-2018, 12:15 PM	#5
Mr. NiceGuy Manic for Life Join Date: May 2015 Location: San Diego Posts: 839	It's a beauty! __________________ Another ho-hum day in Paradise

05-30-2018, 09:26 AM	#3
Baja_Traveler Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Table 17, Bay Park Fish Co. Posts: 943	Awesome! My PA14 only gets used for the occasional kayak only fishing tournament anymore. Being able to launch where every other kayak launches, but getting to the fishing spots so much faster is a total game changer. You are going to love it, and the Yamaha is a great choice in motor.

05-30-2018, 12:44 PM	#7
5-20 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Posts: 241	Awesome pixs, Baja_Traveler. Thanks!