Got my first one... - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

GR6RR · 02-23-2012, 02:33 PM

Hello everyone,

My name is Sonn, this is my first post and my first yak...

It's a stealth 14, used from CL...

Been reading a little bit on here. want to get it wet already

But there seems to be some missing parts, wondering do I need them to be safely on the water.

One missing drain plug for the center well and one rear drain plug on top? Are these components necessary, would it start taking on too much water?

hhahah can't wait to get this thing out there...

Caffeind · 02-23-2012, 02:39 PM

Grats on the Stealth.

Take some photos and post them here, or better yet email an OEX near you and get the parts ordered. They may even have em in stock to swing by on the way to the water.

In general, if there is a hole that will allow water to enter the main hull, I wouldn't risk it. If the holes are beneath sealable hatches, you're fine as they are for plumbing of bait tank and such...just use the hatch with caution and secure tightly during launch/landings.

Good luck!

GR6RR · 02-23-2012, 02:49 PM

Perfect! Looks like it's a must to hit up Sunset beach... seems like the closest one to me at least... I need to get at least 2 plugs, while I'm there I gotta check out the goodies... and maybe leave with something else in the other hand..

ericko · 02-23-2012, 02:55 PM

If you can bring the kayak Andy will hook u up....

Iceman · 02-23-2012, 03:02 PM

You dont have to have the plug in the tank, unless you do not want any water in it. The rear drain plug is a must, although it sits well above the water line and I did take my X 13 out once in LJ without mine in and never got any water inside. They cost $4.95

bigbarrels · 02-23-2012, 03:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ericko

If you can bring the kayak Andy will hook u up....

x2

Here is what can happen when you take on some water and then don't have your safety equipment straight

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...don%27t+happen

ful-rac · 02-23-2012, 04:41 PM

Hey there son...I'm also a fellow stealth 14 owner, if you have any questions let me know I'll try to help you out. Good luck out there!

William Novotny · 02-23-2012, 05:10 PM

Are you referring to the scupper holes? The scuppers allow water that naturally splashes into the seating and tankwell area to drain. I only plug the two in the seat and the two by my knees so my ass doesn't get wet. I leave the drains at my get open and the tank well open so it drains. If you have the 45° angled hatch in the back, leaving those back scupppers could cause the hatch to get swamped with water if your tsnkwell doesnt drain.

GR6RR · 02-24-2012, 10:14 AM

All great information! Thank you all!

I will for sure be stopping by to pick up those plugs and check out the store.
I will probably use a cork to seal the rear drain for Saturday morning and stop by OEX in the afternoon.

Again, thank you all for your help

GR6RR · 03-01-2012, 03:32 PM

Thought I'd update my thread on my yak! Was out there on the water in Newport Harbor and was tied up chillin', actually resting from paddling against the current.

mtnbykr2 · 03-01-2012, 05:05 PM

Cool
congrats on getting your feet, or yak wet...yeah NP can get a little dicey
with the wind and current some beautiful fishing there though...

William Novotny · 03-01-2012, 06:09 PM

Hope to meet you soon bro. Im 2 miles from the harbor so pm me whenever your plannin on gettin the yak wet. Im down to roll out.

Jimmyz123 · 03-02-2012, 05:46 AM

Welcome. Have fun and be safe.

Tman · 04-21-2012, 10:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GR6RR

Hello everyone,

My name is Sonn, this is my first post and my first yak...

It's a stealth 14, used from CL...

Been reading a little bit on here. want to get it wet already

But there seems to be some missing parts, wondering do I need them to be safely on the water.

One missing drain plug for the center well and one rear drain plug on top? Are these components necessary, would it start taking on too much water?

hhahah can't wait to get this thing out there...

Careful of the Sirens of the Sea, they may lead you to sunken chests though, so it may be a good thing...especially if they are worth their weight in gold...

Gigafish · 04-22-2012, 03:45 AM

Fresh off the horn - treasure chest - gold. The playground awaits.

02-23-2012, 02:33 PM	#1
GR6RR Lucky Fisher Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: too far inland Posts: 366	Got my first one... Hello everyone, My name is Sonn, this is my first post and my first yak... It's a stealth 14, used from CL... Been reading a little bit on here. want to get it wet already But there seems to be some missing parts, wondering do I need them to be safely on the water. One missing drain plug for the center well and one rear drain plug on top? Are these components necessary, would it start taking on too much water? hhahah can't wait to get this thing out there...

02-23-2012, 03:02 PM	#5
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	You dont have to have the plug in the tank, unless you do not want any water in it. The rear drain plug is a must, although it sits well above the water line and I did take my X 13 out once in LJ without mine in and never got any water inside. They cost $4.95 __________________

02-23-2012, 04:41 PM	#7
ful-rac Emperor Join Date: May 2009 Location: Buena Park Posts: 3,649	Hey there son...I'm also a fellow stealth 14 owner, if you have any questions let me know I'll try to help you out. Good luck out there! __________________ There's nothing colder than yesterday's hotdog.

02-23-2012, 05:10 PM	#8
William Novotny The carpetbagger Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: tha newps Posts: 1,474	??? Are you referring to the scupper holes? The scuppers allow water that naturally splashes into the seating and tankwell area to drain. I only plug the two in the seat and the two by my knees so my ass doesn't get wet. I leave the drains at my get open and the tank well open so it drains. If you have the 45° angled hatch in the back, leaving those back scupppers could cause the hatch to get swamped with water if your tsnkwell doesnt drain. __________________ "The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope." http://www.badinfluencetattoo.com/gallery.php?artist=21

03-01-2012, 05:05 PM	#11
mtnbykr2 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: newbury park ca Posts: 2,323	Cool congrats on getting your feet, or yak wet...yeah NP can get a little dicey with the wind and current some beautiful fishing there though... __________________

02-23-2012, 02:39 PM	#2
Caffeind Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: OC Posts: 146	Grats on the Stealth. Take some photos and post them here, or better yet email an OEX near you and get the parts ordered. They may even have em in stock to swing by on the way to the water. In general, if there is a hole that will allow water to enter the main hull, I wouldn't risk it. If the holes are beneath sealable hatches, you're fine as they are for plumbing of bait tank and such...just use the hatch with caution and secure tightly during launch/landings. Good luck!

02-23-2012, 02:49 PM	#3
GR6RR Lucky Fisher Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: too far inland Posts: 366	Perfect! Looks like it's a must to hit up Sunset beach... seems like the closest one to me at least... I need to get at least 2 plugs, while I'm there I gotta check out the goodies... and maybe leave with something else in the other hand..

02-23-2012, 02:55 PM	#4
ericko Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Huntington beach Posts: 594	If you can bring the kayak Andy will hook u up....

02-24-2012, 10:14 AM	#9
GR6RR Lucky Fisher Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: too far inland Posts: 366	All great information! Thank you all! I will for sure be stopping by to pick up those plugs and check out the store. I will probably use a cork to seal the rear drain for Saturday morning and stop by OEX in the afternoon. Again, thank you all for your help

03-01-2012, 06:09 PM	#12
William Novotny The carpetbagger Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: tha newps Posts: 1,474	Hope to meet you soon bro. Im 2 miles from the harbor so pm me whenever your plannin on gettin the yak wet. Im down to roll out. __________________ "The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope." http://www.badinfluencetattoo.com/gallery.php?artist=21

03-02-2012, 05:46 AM	#13
Jimmyz123 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,385	Welcome. Have fun and be safe. __________________ No better time than being on the water, God Bless, JimmyZ

04-22-2012, 03:45 AM	#15
Gigafish Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 309	Fresh off the horn - treasure chest - gold. The playground awaits.