sit in kayak oceanworthy? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

King Saba · 08-01-2015, 04:27 PM

If you don't already have a manual bilge pump I'd highly suggest one. And as far as heading out in a sit in I'd probably steer away from that idea unless the conditions are flat and lake like. Plus, having a buddy would be a good idea. When I was sporting a sit in the idea of trying kelp beds was always on my mind, but the risks behind them never made it worth it. My 2 cents.

If you do try, please be safe out there.

makobob · 08-01-2015, 04:44 PM

Years ago I started on a sit inside. A Seda Viking 15. There were no fishing kayaks or sit on tops then. Most of us carried one rod and a few lures, a gaff, life vest and just did it. No rod holders, no electronics, just us and nature. Was it safe? Most of us survived and Baja was virginal back then. Just be safe and know your limits.

StinkyMatt · 08-01-2015, 05:27 PM

If you look around the nation (world). People have used, and are using, sit inside kayaks on the ocean.

Different safety considerations, gear, spray skirts, etc.

Native Americans have used them for a few years.

Don't be afraid, just learn the proper techniques for your yak.

Be safe, have fun.

DanaPT · 08-01-2015, 06:41 PM

Like stinky matt said...it's been done before. I met a guy Ray at dana pt who regularly fished on a sit inside fiberglass kayak. He was an older gent and had no issues getting around. I think his kayak was the fastest I had seen... I mean this guy could track and paddle in this thing.

taggermike · 08-02-2015, 09:21 AM

I used to give kayak tours on the outer bank of NC in SIS kayaks similar to the one you have. Most of my clients were total beginners. The yaks were fairly stable but some one in about each tour would cap size. Most of our area was in shallow channels so I could tow the kayak/submarine with the guest clinging to it to shore. Summer time so water was warm. 100 gallons of water wieghs in at 800 lbs. Good times. They're are rescue techniques that 2 SIS yakers can perform in open water. If youre solo, in cold or rough water, or out farther than you can swim you ought to have a good skirt. Mike

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makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	Years ago I started on a sit inside. A Seda Viking 15. There were no fishing kayaks or sit on tops then. Most of us carried one rod and a few lures, a gaff, life vest and just did it. No rod holders, no electronics, just us and nature. Was it safe? Most of us survived and Baja was virginal back then. Just be safe and know your limits. __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN

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08-01-2015, 04:27 PM	#1
King Saba Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: SGV Posts: 849	If you don't already have a manual bilge pump I'd highly suggest one. And as far as heading out in a sit in I'd probably steer away from that idea unless the conditions are flat and lake like. Plus, having a buddy would be a good idea. When I was sporting a sit in the idea of trying kelp beds was always on my mind, but the risks behind them never made it worth it. My 2 cents. If you do try, please be safe out there.

08-01-2015, 05:27 PM	#3
StinkyMatt Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Under a bridge Posts: 2,169	If you look around the nation (world). People have used, and are using, sit inside kayaks on the ocean. Different safety considerations, gear, spray skirts, etc. Native Americans have used them for a few years. Don't be afraid, just learn the proper techniques for your yak. Be safe, have fun.

08-01-2015, 06:41 PM	#4
DanaPT Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: South OC Posts: 1,606	Like stinky matt said...it's been done before. I met a guy Ray at dana pt who regularly fished on a sit inside fiberglass kayak. He was an older gent and had no issues getting around. I think his kayak was the fastest I had seen... I mean this guy could track and paddle in this thing.

08-02-2015, 09:21 AM	#5
taggermike Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chula Vista Posts: 1,589	I used to give kayak tours on the outer bank of NC in SIS kayaks similar to the one you have. Most of my clients were total beginners. The yaks were fairly stable but some one in about each tour would cap size. Most of our area was in shallow channels so I could tow the kayak/submarine with the guest clinging to it to shore. Summer time so water was warm. 100 gallons of water wieghs in at 800 lbs. Good times. They're are rescue techniques that 2 SIS yakers can perform in open water. If youre solo, in cold or rough water, or out farther than you can swim you ought to have a good skirt. Mike