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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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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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Kayak Fishing Set Up on a Wilderness Systems Tarpon 120

16/3/2021

 
Setting up a Tarpon 120 for Kayak FishingPicture
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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New Video - Quick Release Kayak Anchor System

7/5/2020

 
Quick Release Kayak Anchor Set Up
In this video i show you how to set up a Quick Release Anchoring System for Kayak Fishing, for use with an Anchor Trolley. This system allows you to instantly disconnect from your anchor set up and return to the set up whenever you wish. The system uses an Anchor (with Chain), an Anchor Reel loaded with line, a Hi-Viz Pick-Up Buoy and a length of Floating Rope. I show you how to assemble the set up and use it in conjunction with an Anchor Trolley system with a run through of how to deploy and haul the anchor set up.


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New Video - Simple and Easy Kayak Anchor System

7/5/2020

 
Easy Kayak Anchoring
In this video i explain how to make a simple kayak anchoring set up for use with an anchor trolley system. The set up uses an anchor (with chain) along with an anchor reel loaded with anchor line. I run through how to assemble the set up and how to deploy and haul the anchoring system. I have used this anchoring method on my fishing kayaks for many years and it works very well.

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New Video - Anchor Trolley Knot Tying Guide

5/5/2020

 
Anchor Trolley Knot Tying Guide - Which Knot to use for anchor trolleys on a kayak
This video shows you how I tie the knots on my Anchor Trolley system to attach the anchor trolley cord onto the karabiner (or ring) of the trolley system. I also run through how to set up the anchor trolley system on a kayak using the knot.

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New Video - Fixings for Fitting Accessories to Kayaks

27/4/2020

 
Attaching Accessories to Kayaks with Screws, Bolts, Trifold Rivets and Well Nuts
There are hundreds of accessories now available for kayaks and kayak fishing. Many of these involve drilling into your kayaks hull to install the accessory. This video runs through different fittings and fixings you can use to attach accessories to your kayak including fitting examples on kayak plastic. 

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New Video - Fishing Kayak Set Up

8/4/2020

 
Fishing Kayak Set Up Video
A detailed look at the set up on my Hobie Revolution 16 fishing kayak, covering and discussing the Kayak, Fish Finder/GPS, Anchoring, Rod Holders, Gear Storage, Rods for Kayak Fishing, Safety Equipment and more!

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A Guide to Anchoring A Fishing Kayak

3/4/2020

 
Kayak Fishing Anchor Guide
Fishing at anchor from a kayak can be a great way to fish. Perhaps you need to target a fish species that will only take a static bait, or you just need to hold ground in the current or tide so that you don't drift off. Whilst the principle of anchoring is straight forwards, anchoring a kayak takes a little thought and some practice to ensure you are anchoring your kayak safely. This guide runs through the basics of anchoring a fishing kayak...

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Gear and Tackle Storage Accessories for the Hobie Outback

23/2/2019

 
Gear and Tackle Storage on the Hobie Outback
The Hobie Outback has stacks of deck space and storage areas as standard, however i have added some extra accessories and features to make tackle and gear storage even more organised. This blog post takes a look at adding the Hobie H-Crate, Livewell, Plano Waterproof Tackle Boxes and more to the Outback.....

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Fitting a Rod Rest and Rod Holders to the Hobie Outback

15/2/2019

 
Fitting Rod Holders and a Rod Rest to the new Hobie Outback
The new Hobie Outback comes with 4 flush mounted rod holders as standard, but these are not in the best position for use whilst fishing. This blog post outlines how i added a rod rest to the Outback for bait fishing and track-mounted trolling rod holders for lure fishing...

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Fitting an Anchor System to the Hobie Outback

13/2/2019

 
Anchor System Installation on the Hobie Outback
Being able to anchor a kayak opens the door to new fishing opportunities. In order to anchor safely i would need to install an anchor trolley system to the new Outback. This component of an anchoring system allows for safe and easy anchoring from the bow or stern of the kayak. This is how i installed an anchoring system on the new Outback....

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Adding a H-Crate to the Hobie Revolution 16

2/5/2017

 
Hobie H-Crate Storage Crate for Fishing Kayaks
Crates make a great addition to the rear tank well of any fishing kayak. They provide organised storage space for fishing tackle and gear. Hobie produce a storage crate specifically designed for kayak fisherman with some very cool features including H-Rail accessory mounting rails and integrated vertical rod holders. It was the perfect solution for gear storage in the tank well of my Revolution 16...

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Hobie Mirage Drive 180 ST Turbo Fin Upgrade

28/4/2017

 
Installing MD180 ST Turbo Fins to a Mirage Drive 180
All 2017 Hobie Mirage Kayaks come as standard with a Mirage Drive 180 equipped with MD180 ST fins. Hobie also produce a longer MD180 ST Turbo fin. This larger fin gives increased performance by providing greater top end speed and a lower cadence at cruising speed. They are available as an upgrade kit and can easily be fitted to a Mirage Drive 180, in place of the standard ST fins. This blog post runs through how to upgrade the MD180 ST fins to MD180 ST Turbo Fins.....

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Fitting a Rod Rest to the Hobie Revolution 16

12/4/2017

 
Fitting a Rod Rest to the Hobie Revolution 16
I have been using a rod rest on my fishing kayaks for the last few years. It is a really useful piece of kit,  and perfect for keeping rod tips at a low level when bottom fishing on the drift or at anchor. It makes for a handy place to rest a rod whilst tackling, baiting up  and unhooking fish too. I would now struggle without one on any of my fishing kayaks so here is how i fitted my DIY rod rest to the Hobie Revolution 16....

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Installing a Raymarine Dragonfly 5 Pro on a Hobie Kayak

10/4/2017

 
Raymarine Dragonfly 5 Pro Fish Finder installation on a Hobie Kayaks
Next up on the Hobie Revolution 16 rigging list is the installation of a fish finder. I have been using a Raymarine Dragonfly 5-Pro for the last couple of years and it's great, so it was time to fit this to the Revo 16. This blog post runs through how i installed the 5-Pro using the 'Lowrance-Ready' fish finder installation system that comes as standard on the latest Hobie Kayaks. 

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Installing YakAttack GearTrac GTTL90 to the Hobie Revolution 16

3/4/2017

 
Installing YakAttack GearTrac GTTL90 on the Hobie Revolution 16
I needed a versatile way to install accessories such as a fish finder and camera mounts on the Hobie Revolution 16. Space is limited so I opted for slide tracks, in particular  the high quality YakAttack GearTrac GTTL90 tracks. This blog post runs through how i installed them....

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Hookless Pocket Upgrade on the Hobie Revolution 16

30/3/2017

 
Installing Hookless Map Pockets on the Hobie Revolution 16
The rigging begins! First up is a simple upgrade. Hobie Mirage Drive kayaks come as standard with mesh net side storage pockets. Hooks can easily get tangled up in mesh net, often resulting in the need to cut the mesh. Hobie make a rubber mesh 'hookless' pocket upgrade to replace the mesh net, reducing the risk of fouling your hooks. This blog post runs through how to carry out this upgrade....

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