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Old 02-17-2012, 11:42 AM   #1
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Anyone have tips for outfitting a kayak for fly fishing?

I'm going to be using my kayak for fly fishing and was wondering if any of you guys have any tips for rigging the kayak specifically for fly fishing (I generally fish Florida and Cape Cod)? Generally, I'm keeping everything seat forward clean as to not tangle fly line when stripping. I'm just wondering if anyone has any ideas I'm not thinking of because I'm new to kayaking. For example line tenders, fly storage, anchor sytems, etc... Also how much will I need a landing net? It would seem that, because you can bring the fish up to the kayak close in and it is low to the water, a net would be sorta useless. I may be wrong, so any thoughts would be helpful. I won't need any electronics as most of the fishing will be sight fishing or blind casting. I have been fairly successful in the past and had a cheap fish finder in my last boat that proved useless. However, again, maybe a better fish finder would have done the trick?

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Old 02-17-2012, 02:27 PM   #2
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Have you considered a mesh apron that would go in front of you? Similar to some float tube designs. Make sure that it would be a very easy break away in case you need to escape quickly. Quick snap attachements with a little mono break leader on your side?

If you are casting in skinny water away from your yak, a traditional FF will have limited use. It would be usefull for recon of the bottom prior to fishing.


Post up your rig and your trips, interested in getting back to throwing flies.
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Old 02-17-2012, 07:21 PM   #3
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I'm going to be using my kayak for fly fishing and was wondering if any of you guys have any tips for rigging the kayak specifically for fly fishing (I generally fish Florida and Cape Cod)? Generally, I'm keeping everything seat forward clean as to not tangle fly line when stripping. I'm just wondering if anyone has any ideas I'm not thinking of because I'm new to kayaking. For example line tenders, fly storage, anchor sytems, etc...Thanks for any help
Tony

HMH makes/sells a portable, packable stripping basket that snaps on a belt around your waist called the "KR Linetender"

http://www.hmhvises.com/linetender.htm

This is what I plan to use on my yak come springtime... but then, I'll be standing while sight-fishing with the fly rod so it may be easier than from a sitting position. Don't know if you were planning on trying to stand on your yak or not while fly fishing?

I bought and had installed the Stand N' Fish leaning post/pontoon system for my Stealth 14 just so I could fly fish easier from a standing position in skinny water here on Long Island. It's a pretty slick system and so far I really like it.

http://www.standnfish.com/

Also, I'm considering adding one of these to put my fly rod in while I'm under-way... have so far heard pretty good reviews about it and the price it right.

Hobie Horizontal Rod Kit
http://www.austinkayak.com/products/...older-Kit.html

Best of luck to you!
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Old 02-17-2012, 10:27 PM   #4
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something like this should work....everything you'll ever need for any situation
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Old 02-17-2012, 11:08 PM   #5
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Search GOOGLE and I'm sure you'll get a boatload of returns. I've heard of a few guys on here that fly fish but I'm not sure if they do it from their kayaks or from shore. Nonetheless, if your search comes to a dead end just be patient, someone with knowledge will chime in. More than likely it'll be JimDay
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Old 02-17-2012, 11:41 PM   #6
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The great thing about fly fishing is that everything you need can fit in a good fly fishing vest. No need for a livewell, you've stated that a f/f is useless to your style of fishing. Id suggest any extra rods be stored in hull if a large center hatch is assessable,.as opposed to storing rods in an upright vertical position that can tangle you up. As for a net or gaff, that really all depends on what you are fishing for. Bluegill... I think you'll be good. If your fishing for something you cant safely handle while keeping your balance then a net m ight be in order.if you plan to keep what you catch maybe all the space your saving could accomodate a cooler and ice to keep your fish fresh......or a 6 pack of beer
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Old 02-18-2012, 08:14 AM   #7
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Thanks everyone. Some excellent suggestions. Rod holders are certainly a concern for me. My fly rods are 9 ft long with reels that are 4 to 6 inch in diameter for saltwater species. The biggest thing I have caught is some spanish mackerels in the Gulf, and blues and stripers when I'm in/on Cape Cod. Of course, fly reels do not sit in conventional rod holds, so I was wondering if laying them down would be preferred. Seems like that might be the case. I like the line tending ideas too. I might make a canvas with some quick release hooks for a line catch/tender/stripper. Love the idea about using fishing line for quick break away. Also, been thinking about making some stabilizers to stand. On the Cape standing will be not an option most of the time, way too choppy. However, in Florida, standing is an excellent option. The Keys offer alot of skinny flat water as well as the other area I fish around Anna Marie Island in Bradenton. When I'm finished rigging it I will post some pics and certainly more ideas will be helpful. I really, really appreciate everyones suggestions and I'm glad I found this forum. I posted two pics of some flies, that I use and tie, that have been successful for anyone getting into fly fishing in the salt.
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Old 02-18-2012, 08:28 AM   #8
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Bobby, I just noticed your pic . You know that is my tendency lol lol. Maybe I can add a few more anchor cleats to catch my line on.
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Old 02-18-2012, 08:36 AM   #9
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Wow! Those look great! I could see them both working VERY well in certain situations!

I tried tying a few and they worked great for rock fish. I never had a chance to throw them at anything else.



Tying flies is not easy!

More fly pics please!
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Old 02-18-2012, 08:51 AM   #10
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I have few more pics of flies. These have all produced fish in one place or another.

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