How do you guys stow your gear? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

EricM · 10-09-2008, 08:07 PM

Hey Guys,

I finally got both a seat and a paddle for my kayak and have taken it on 2 bay trips so far. Everything went smoothly, but I purchased this yak with intentions to take it out into the deep blue of La Jolla to target some yellowtail, white sea bass, and calicos.

Only problem is storing gear on a kayak. How do you guys do it? Pre-made ones that you buy online? Build your own? Or do you just lay your tackle on your lap and hope that you don't hook yourself or lose any tackle?

I was thinking about going the DIY avenue and I don't have a standard Hobie, Malibu, or Cobra kayak so none of the pre-made boxes would fit my yak. I have a Perception Aquaterra and the spot behind the seat for holding gear is 10" W x 15" L.... Anybody have any pics of some of their own custom storage?

Thanks,

Eric

prowlerdude · 10-09-2008, 08:30 PM

Do you have a picture?

beardedguy · 10-09-2008, 08:54 PM

Eric,
I can't seem to find a picture of your layal so I don't
know what your up againest. If you could post a picture
I'm sure lost of folks here could help you out.

Matt · 10-09-2008, 09:07 PM

Pelican box stored inside of one of my hatches or in the back of my seat! What kind of yak is it? and is it possible for you to have hatches? If your not sure go talk to CJ, Brett or Brent at OEX Point Loma and I am sure any and all of them will be happy to help you out and give you some great ideas and suggestions!

bajadog · 10-10-2008, 04:57 AM

Hey Eric,

I had a prism before. I fabricated a box out of acrylic from the
scrap box at Ridout plastic (Ruffin Rd.).

You can cut it with a table saw. The sell a solvent that bonds the
acrylic.

Plus they have polycarbonate if you prefer.

EricM · 10-10-2008, 03:56 PM

I attached a picture of my Kayak below; its not quite a popular model and is a little outdated, but I got it for a steal!

I circled the area where I'm trying to figure out what to build/buy to hold rods, tackle boxes, and other gear.... it has a center hatch that is waterproof, but that can't fit any rods or tackle boxes, just smaller stuff so I was thinking of going the external route; something I could take off if needed and could just strap down during launches/landings...

Any more ideas? I might give the acrylic a shot; I've worked with it before and would be a professsional looking box and I could easily mount some PVC pipe on the side for rod holders......

bluesquids · 10-10-2008, 04:55 PM

You should be able to find something.
Bungie or strap it down. Add rod holders.
http://www.containerstore.com/find/s...html?store=SDG

10-09-2008, 08:07 PM	#1
EricM Junior Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 26	How do you guys stow your gear? Hey Guys, I finally got both a seat and a paddle for my kayak and have taken it on 2 bay trips so far. Everything went smoothly, but I purchased this yak with intentions to take it out into the deep blue of La Jolla to target some yellowtail, white sea bass, and calicos. Only problem is storing gear on a kayak. How do you guys do it? Pre-made ones that you buy online? Build your own? Or do you just lay your tackle on your lap and hope that you don't hook yourself or lose any tackle? I was thinking about going the DIY avenue and I don't have a standard Hobie, Malibu, or Cobra kayak so none of the pre-made boxes would fit my yak. I have a Perception Aquaterra and the spot behind the seat for holding gear is 10" W x 15" L.... Anybody have any pics of some of their own custom storage? Thanks, Eric

10-09-2008, 09:07 PM	#4
Matt Support your local pangas Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lj Posts: 976	Pelican box stored inside of one of my hatches or in the back of my seat! What kind of yak is it? and is it possible for you to have hatches? If your not sure go talk to CJ, Brett or Brent at OEX Point Loma and I am sure any and all of them will be happy to help you out and give you some great ideas and suggestions! __________________ Thanks Matt F.

10-10-2008, 04:57 AM	#5
bajadog I eats what I kills Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 393	Hey Eric, I had a prism before. I fabricated a box out of acrylic from the scrap box at Ridout plastic (Ruffin Rd.). You can cut it with a table saw. The sell a solvent that bonds the acrylic. Plus they have polycarbonate if you prefer. __________________ Please release bill-fish.

10-10-2008, 04:55 PM	#7
bluesquids Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jamul, CA Posts: 243	You should be able to find something. Bungie or strap it down. Add rod holders. http://www.containerstore.com/find/s...html?store=SDG __________________ Thanks, bluesquids

10-09-2008, 08:30 PM	#2
prowlerdude Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Clairemont Posts: 116	Do you have a picture?

10-09-2008, 08:54 PM	#3
beardedguy gurmpy old one Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: El Cajon Posts: 80	Eric, I can't seem to find a picture of your layal so I don't know what your up againest. If you could post a picture I'm sure lost of folks here could help you out.

10-10-2008, 03:56 PM	#6
EricM Junior Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 26	I attached a picture of my Kayak below; its not quite a popular model and is a little outdated, but I got it for a steal! I circled the area where I'm trying to figure out what to build/buy to hold rods, tackle boxes, and other gear.... it has a center hatch that is waterproof, but that can't fit any rods or tackle boxes, just smaller stuff so I was thinking of going the external route; something I could take off if needed and could just strap down during launches/landings... Any more ideas? I might give the acrylic a shot; I've worked with it before and would be a professsional looking box and I could easily mount some PVC pipe on the side for rod holders......