Non Kayak Motorcycle Digression

[bubblehide]

So all the rumors I've been hearing are true! Now that sounds and looks like a sweet project, Damn you Jim, now I want one.

[WildernessWanker]

Where are the rod holders or the hitch to tow the yak?!

[Fiskadoro]

Originally Posted by WildernessWanker

Where are the rod holders or the hitch to tow the yak?!

Now those are good questions. I've considered building a motorcycle hitch and trailer for my yak for years now. The only issue I'd have is that both Yakking and motorcycling are physically demanding. After a full day kayaking at say La Jolla a ride home towing the yak wouldn't be fun, and might be potentially dangerous. Splitting lanes in city traffic is hard enough after a long ride in the mountains, but doing it pulling a trailer after being on the water all day might be too much to handle.

[WildernessWanker]

Yeah, I've considered towing the yak with my bike but I always thought that it'd be a hassle with all the extra gear. You'd have to load the yak up with just what you need out on the water, including any clothing and such. For me that'd be tricky since I always haul extra clothes and extra tackle just in case, not to mention a good-sized cooler to bring home any catch. I would be worried about losing anything on the way down, and also coming back in after a day out only to find someone took off with the trailer. I do agree though that a long day on the water would be met with reluctance to hop on a bike and put forth the effort to get back home. Maybe someday....