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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

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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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Installing a Raymarine Dragonfly 5 Pro to a Hobie Outback

7/2/2019

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Raymarine Dragonfly Installation Guide for the Hobie Outback

The first rigging task on my new Hobie Mirage Outback was to install my fish finder and GPS chart plotter unit - a Raymarine Dragonfly 5 Pro. This blog post outlines how i fitted the unit using the Hobie Guardian Transducer Shield, Thru-Hull fittings and H-Track found on the Outback....

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Hobie Mirage Outback 2019 - Initial Overview

6/2/2019

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The Hobie Outback has undergone a complete re-design for 2019 bringing together a new hull shape with the latest advancements in kayak fishing features and technology. I just had to get my hands on one! Check out this blog post for a detailed look at the latest mind-blowing design that Hobie Kayaks has to offer....

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Lithium Battery Box for Kayak Fish Finders

21/1/2019

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Waterproof Lithium Battery Pack for Kayaks

I have used a standard Sealed Lead Acid battery for several years to power my fish finder without issue, however these batteries do have one downside.... they are heavy! Lithium batteries offer a much lighter option but lightweight comes at a cost, and lithium batteries must be fully waterproofed to use safely on the water. This is how i made a Lithium battery with waterproof housing for my kayak...

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Penzance Kayak Fishing Meet 2018

27/8/2018

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After perfect conditions during the 2017 meet, this year the wind had returned to spoil the show. Luckily there was a lull in the weather on the Saturday and a hardened contingent of kayak anglers descended upon Sennen Cove to enjoy a day in almost perfect conditions....

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Waterproof Battery Box for Kayak Fish Finders

21/7/2018

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DIY Waterproof Battery Box for Kayaks and Fish Finders

Fish finders are a common accessory that anglers add to their fishing kayaks. As standard, fish finders run off a 12V power supply and on a kayak this will have to be provided in the form of a re-chargeable battery. This blog post shows you how to make a waterproof battery box to keep your power source dry whilst you are on the water....

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The Swanage Classic 2018

11/6/2018

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It was time for the 2018 Swanage Classic. The forecast was looking to be fantastic for once and i had 3 days to spend on the water. The fishing was great on the days leading up to the competition and i managed several new PBs. The competition proved a little more difficult but i just managed to sneak into the top 10....

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Hobie Vantage Seat Accessory Bag

26/5/2018

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Sometimes you just want to travel light when on the water. Maybe you are only out for a few hours, or taking minimal gear to target a specific species. The Vantage Seat Accessory Bag is a handy accessory which allows you to store a few essential pieces of gear and keep them close to hand.

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Hobie Livewell - Overview & Installation

28/4/2018

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Live baiting is one of my favourite ways to fish on the kayak and it can be a killer method for some species. Keeping baitfish alive for long periods of time on a kayak has previously consisted of chucking fish in a bucket of water with an air pump, however they never last very long. Catching a fresh bait fish when you need to re-bait is very hit and miss too. Thankfully the struggle is no more with the Hobie Livewell!!

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Feelfree Gemini Sport Tandem - Initial Overview

22/2/2018

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Feelfree Gemini Sport Tandem Kayak Review

On what seems like a personal conquest to own/paddle every tandem kayak on the market, i have decided the next one to try would be the Feelfree Gemini Sport. Hugely popular in the recreational market, i would be turning one into a tandem fishing kayak! Here is an initial overview of the model...

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Hobie Mirage Drive - Service and Maintenance

28/1/2018

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With a Hobie Kayak you rely almost entirely on the Mirage Drive to get you around on the water. Maintenance is key to keeping the drive in good working order. I have put together a step-by-step video guide on servicing and maintaining a Hobie Mirage Drive with in-depth discussion on dismantling, cleaning, re-lubricating and re-building a Mirage Drive.

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Safety Equipment for Kayak Fishing

22/1/2018

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Safety Equipment for Kayak Fishing Guide

Safety is paramount whilst kayak fishing. The water is a hostile environment, even on a calm day. In an ideal world you will not find yourself in trouble, but if you do you need to be prepared and equipped to either self rescue or get in contact with someone who can rescue you. This guide offers generic advice on safety equipment to help those entering, or progressing, in the world of kayak fishing make sense of what safety kit they may need to stay safe on the water.

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Catching a Porbeagle Shark from a Kayak!

23/12/2017

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Catching a Porbeagle Shark from the Kayak

It was time to take my kayak fishing to the next level. After much planning and research, with a few blank trips and many miles covered on the water, everything finally came together.... i caught a Porbeagle Shark from my kayak!

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Clothing for Kayak Fishing - What to Wear?

11/12/2017

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What to wear for kayak fishing - clothing guide

One question asked by many when entering the world of kayak fishing.... What shall i wear? There are numerous options and it very much depends on what time of year you are planning to kayak fish and your budget! I've put together this little guide with some info on recommended clothing for kayak fishing.

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Autumn Rays

14/11/2017

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It has been many weeks since i have had the chance to get out on the open coast. The autumn has arrived and brought miserable weather with it. A small break finally aligned with a day off and i didn't need to be asked twice. This time of year can produced excellent fishing for rays over clean ground so a session was planned to target a big Autumn Blonde Ray!

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Catching Couch's Bream

16/10/2017

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Couch's Bream have increased in numbers across South West England in the last few years. A relatively rare species, these fish are now becoming a viable target at a number of locations in Cornwall. A number of shore anglers were reporting good catches so i decided to put a few sessions in to try and catch my favourite bream species.

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New Video - Kayaking with a Basking Shark!

27/9/2017

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Some footage from a magical day back in 2013 when a Basking Shark decided to feed right around the kayaks! I managed to get some great footage of the shark swimming right up to the kayaks, including some underwater shots. Majestic gentle giants of the ocean, and an incredible experience to see one up close.

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Testing the Hobie Eclipse 12.0 SUP

21/9/2017

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Testing the Hobie Eclipse SUP in Cornwall

The Hobie Eclipse stand up pedal board is a revolutionary new design from Hobie Kayaks. They have managed to incorporate their famous Mirage Drive pedal system into a stand-up paddle board and as a result have come up with something quite unique! I recently had the opportunity to demo one through Cornwall Canoes, so one evening took Holly down to Hayle estuary to try it out.

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New Video - Bow Riding Dolphins

20/9/2017

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I love Dolphins. Whatever the weather, if i see a pod of Dolphins it always puts a smile on my face. On a recent boat fishing trip we had a pod of Common Dolphins bow riding the boat and showing off their underwater skills!

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