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

cabojohn · 08-26-2008, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by dorado50

In my opinion a shorter gaff (24"max) gives one more control as to where to place the hook. I like to bring the fish towards the boat and myself, horizonal to the water, place hook under the fish as you are guiding fish toward boat, as fish comes closer pull up gently and you got yourself a nicely gaffed fish. Did I mention next step, pull into kayak.

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I like the short gaff also...20"
I find it is much easier to handle a hot fish with a short gaff.

esdees · 08-26-2008, 10:52 AM

I used a hay hook for a while, which was exciting, but unfortunately I lost it one day. My current gaff is about 3' long, maybe a little shorter.

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08-26-2008, 10:52 AM	#2
esdees The Good Clone Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Clairemont Posts: 520	I used a hay hook for a while, which was exciting, but unfortunately I lost it one day. My current gaff is about 3' long, maybe a little shorter.