Gaff or Net? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

dsafety · 07-23-2008, 08:32 AM

I do not yet have a gaff for my kayak. So far, this has not been a big deal because I have not caught anything large enough to require one. In fact, I have not even needed to use my net more than once or twice. My poor fishing skills are improving so I am thinking about whether to pick up a small gaff.

Since I release just about everything I catch, I am not inclined to use a gaff very often. I am sure that this will change the first time I hook into a nice TY or WSB. My question for the group is whether I need to have a gaff on board or will I be able to get by with just the net?

If I do end up getting a gaff, what kind should I get?

I look forward to reading your opinions.

Bob

07-23-2008, 08:32 AM	#1
dsafety Olivenhain Bob Join Date: May 2008 Location: Olivenhain, CA Posts: 1,121	Gaff or Net? I do not yet have a gaff for my kayak. So far, this has not been a big deal because I have not caught anything large enough to require one. In fact, I have not even needed to use my net more than once or twice. My poor fishing skills are improving so I am thinking about whether to pick up a small gaff. Since I release just about everything I catch, I am not inclined to use a gaff very often. I am sure that this will change the first time I hook into a nice TY or WSB. My question for the group is whether I need to have a gaff on board or will I be able to get by with just the net? If I do end up getting a gaff, what kind should I get? I look forward to reading your opinions. Bob