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Vibe Sea Ghost 130 Kayak Fishing Set Up - Detailed Rigging Overview

14/3/2023

 
Vibe Sea Ghost 130 Fishing Set Up
A detailed look at how I have rigged up a Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for kayak fishing. This is a great fishing kayak for inshore ocean kayak fishing, and fishing on larger inland waters. I take a close look at the set up on this kayak and how I have modified it for fishing.

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Vibe Sea Ghost 130 Fishing Kayak - Up CLose Overview

14/3/2023

 
Vibe Sea Ghost 130 Fishing Kayak Review
A detailed and up-close look at the Vibe Sea Ghost 130 fishing kayak. I review its extensive set of features and also discuss the kayak's hull design, and comment on its suitability for ocean and inland kayak fishing.

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Installing a Bixpy J-2 Outboard Motor Kit on a Hobie Revolution Kayak

14/3/2023

 
Installing Bixpy Motor to a Fishing Kayak
In this video I install the Bixpy J2 Outboard Motor Kit to my Hobie Revolution 16 fishing kayak. Installation is quick and easy using the Bixpy Low-Profile Thru-Hull Adaptor. This adaptor can be used to install a Bixpy J2 to any Hobie Mirage Drive Kayak to add motor power to your kayak! I then test out the motor on the water.

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Installing a Bixpy J-2 Outboard Motor Kit to a Hobie Outback Kayak

14/3/2023

 
Bixpy J2 Motor for Kayaks
In this video I take a close look at the Bixpy J-2 Outboard Motor Kit and run through installing this to my Hobie Outback fishing kayak. I then take the kayak out on the water and test out the motor! Out on the water I test the speed of the Outback with the Bixpy at full speed, half speed and at full speed whilst pedalling with the Mirage Drive. I compare this to pedalling with the Mirage Drive only and give my initial thoughts on the performance of the J-2 Motor.

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MY FAVOURITE TACKLE BOXES - Plano Waterproof Stowaway Boxes

17/1/2023

 
Plano Waterproof Tackle Boxes For Fishing
Keeping your fishing tackle dry and organised is important when out on the water. I use the Plano Waterproof Stowaway boxes to keep my fishing lures and terminal tackle inside. They are my favourite tackle boxes! In this video I take a look at the features of these boxes and explore the different sizes in the range.

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Vibe Sea Ghost 110 Fishing Kayak - Initial Overview

10/1/2023

 
Vibe Sea Ghost 110 Fishing kayak Review
A full overview of the Vibe Sea Ghost 110 fishing kayak. This kayak is packed full of features and makes a great all-rounder for general coastal and inland kayak fishing in calmer conditions. In this video I take a look at all the features in detail and discuss the design of this kayak. This is a great option for those wanting their first fishing kayak!

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Palm Rogen Drysuit - Initial Overview

6/11/2022

 
Palm Rogen Drysuit Overview
The Rogen drysuit is a new release from Palm and it makes a great addition to their already excellent line-up of drysuits. This drysuit is aimed specifically at sit on top paddlers, kayak anglers and paddle-boarders who want a comfortable and functional drysuit but without all the extras often found on drysuits designed for expedition adventures and paddling in more extreme weathers than the typical day paddler will experience. The Rogen is a drysuit that will please many, and it certainly ticks my boxes. Here is a detailed look at this new offering from Palm....

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RTM Rytmo Angler - Kayak Review

21/2/2022

 
RTM Rytmo Angler Fishing Kayak Review
A detailed look at the RTM Rytmo Angler - a fast and efficient fishing kayak for inshore and offshore kayak fishing. I run through the features and hull design of this kayak and discuss it's suitability for kayak fishing. I owned and kayak fished from an RTM Rytmo Angler for 18 months and provide my experience and insight in this video. The Rytmo Angler still remains one of my favourite fishing kayaks for ease of paddling on coastal waters!

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RTM Tempo - Kayak Review

17/2/2022

 
RTM Tempo Kayak Review
A detailed overview and review of the RTM Tempo Kayak, including a discussion on the features, hull design and performance. The Tempo is a fast paddling sit on top kayak designed for covering longer distances on the coast or inland waters. Great for coastal exploring, open water paddling and kayak fishing.

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Fitting A Lowrance Elite FS 7 to A Hobie Outback

5/9/2021

 
Lowrance Elite FS 7 Fish Finder on a Kayak
A step-by-step guide on how i fitted the Lowrance Elite FS 7 fish finder to my Hobie Outback, including transducer installation on the Guardian Transducer Shield, display mounting using Ram Mount son the H-Track, powering using a Lithium Battery and the addition of a BerleyPro Sun Visor. I also show the Navionics Platinum Plus Charts with Relief Shading Overlay loaded onto the unit and then test it all out on the water!

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DIY WATERPROOF BATTERY BOX for Kayaks & Boats + Sealed Lead Acid vs Lithium LiFePO4 12V batteries

21/6/2021

 
DIY Waterproof Battery Box Build
In this video i show a step-by-step guide to building a Waterproof Battery Box for powering the electronics on a kayak, boat, SIB and more! I provide an in-depth discussion on the differences between standard 12V Sealed Lead Acid batteries and Lightweight Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries for use on a kayak. I then build a waterproof battery box that can be used with any type of 12V battery (SLA, VRLA, AGM, Gel, LiFePO4). This box is a great way to keep your battery dry in the wet environment of a kayak or boat!

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How To Fit A SUPER SEAL Waterproof Wire Connector

21/6/2021

 
Super Seal Connector Wiring Guide
A step-by-step guide on how to assemble and fit a Super Seal Waterproof Wire Connector - no special tools required, just a pair of scissors and a set of pliers! These are fantastic 12V wire connectors for use in damp or wet environments and are widely used in automotive and marine electrical systems - great for incorporating into Car, Bike, Camper Van, Caravan, Truck, Boat and Kayak electrics. These connectors make it easy to disconnect and re-connect power to a device when needed.

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Hobie Passport 12.0 Fish Finder Installation

20/5/2021

 
Hobie Passport 12.0 Fish Finder Installation Guide
In this video i show a detailed step-by-step installation of a Lowrance Hook Reveal 5 fish finder to a Hobie Passport 12.0 kayak. I run-through the transdcuer installation, track mounting the display and wiring in a 12V battery, The same process can be used for many popular fish finders. 

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Hobie Passport 12.0 - Walk-Through &  Overview

23/4/2021

 
Hobie Passport 12.0 Kayak Review
In this video i take a close detailed look at the Hobie Passport 12.0 kayak featuring Mirage Drive GT with Kick-Up Fins. I discuss the pedal drive system, hull features and hull design, construction of the hull and what makes the Passport 12.0 a great pedal drive fishing kayak for those on a budget!

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Kayak Fishing Set Up on a Perception Triumph 13

14/4/2021

 
Perception Triumph 13 - Kayak Fishing Modifications
In this video i discuss the accessories i have added to a Perception Triumph 13 to turn it from a basic paddling kayak into a great kayak for coastal kayak fishing! I have added flush mounted rod holders, adjustable Railblaza Rod Holders, an Anchor Trolley System with Quick-Release Anchor Set Up and Adjustable Originz Footrests. I walk-through the outfitting on this kayak to help give you ideas for your own kayak fishing set up.

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Perception Triumph 13 Walk-Through

12/4/2021

 
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A detailed look at the Perception Triumph 13 Kayak - a popular sit on top for touring and can also make a great fishing kayak with the addition of accessories such as rod holders. I discuss the design of this kayak and what makes the Triumph 13 a great choice for those wanting to go on paddling day trips on the coast and inland waters.

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Kayaking with Dolphins!

25/3/2021

 
Kayaking with Dolphins Video
A pod of Common Dolphins join me whilst kayaking off the South coast of Cornwall, UK. Around 10-20 Dolphins follow my kayak for over a mile along the coast and allow me to get some great video footage of the pod swimming alongside and jumping out in front of the kayak. There is no better way to start a day on the water!

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Kayak Fishing Set Up on an Enigma Fishing Pro 12

22/3/2021

 
Setting up an Enigma Kayaks Fishing Pro 12 for kayak fishing
In this video i run-through how i have rigged up the Enigma Kayaks Fishing Pro 12 for Kayak Fishing. I explain how i have fitted a Lowrance Hook2 4X GPS Fish Finder using a Ram Mount and a section of Slide Track with the transducer and battery fitted inside the hull. I discuss the installation of an anchoring system as well as Railblaza and Scotty Rod Holders, and more This is now a great set up for kayak fishing on coastal and inland waters!

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Enigma Kayaks Fishing Pro 12 - Walkthrough and Overview

18/3/2021

 
Enigma Kayaks Fishing Pro 12 Review
In this video i take a close look at the Enigma Kayaks Fishing Pro 12 Kayak - a fantastic model for those wanting their first fishing kayak, particularly for coastal waters. This kayak has a great combination of being able to handle typical coastal conditions yet provide reassuring stability for even first-time kayak anglers.

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Kayak Fishing Set Up on a Wilderness Systems Tarpon 120

16/3/2021

 
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A video run through on how i have set up a Wilderness Systems Tarpon E 120 for kayak fishing. I took a standard specification Tarpon 120 and added several accessories to make this into a great kayak for fishing - including installing flush mount rod holders, fitting a fish finder, adding an anchor trolley and anchoring system and attaching adjustable rod holders to the slide tracks. This video may provide some hints and tips for your own kayak fishing set up!

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