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How To Fit An Anchor Trolley To A Kayak

14/3/2021

 
How to fit an anchor trolley system on a kayak
In this video i show you how to fit an Anchor Trolley System to a Fishing Kayak. I show you step-by-step instructions on how to make and install a universal anchor trolley system that can be fitted to any kayak. In this video i fit an anchor trolley system to the Wilderness Systems Tarpon E 120 kayak and show how this is used with a simple anchoring kit.

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Fitting A Fish Finder To A Kayak - Lowrance Hook Reveal 5 on A Wilderness Systems Tarpon 120

5/3/2021

 
Installing a Fish Finder to a Tarpon 120 Kayak
In this video i show you a fish finder installation on a kayak and fit the Lowrance Hook Reveal 5 to a Wilderness Systems Tarpon E 120. I use an in-hull transducer installation and mount the unit to the kayak using Railblaza mounts. I fit a Scanstrut Cable Seal to route the wiring through the hull and connect a 12V battery with in-line fuse to power the fish finder.

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Installing a Transducer Inside A Kayak - In-Hull Method

5/3/2021

 
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In this video I show you how to install a fish finder transducer inside the hull of a kayak using a custom transducer pad made from high-density foam filled with an adhesive. This method of transducer installation allows the sonar to shoot through the hull with excellent results and works with traditional Broadband Sonar, CHIRP sonar and Downscan Imaging transducers.

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How to fit Flush Mount Fishing Rod Holders to a Kayak

2/3/2021

 
Flush Mount Rod Holder Fitting Guide
In this video i show you how to turn your kayak into a fishing kayak by fitting a pair of rod holders! The video shows the installation on a Wilderness Systems Tarpon E 120 but the same fitting process can be used with many kayaks, providing you have sufficient flat space on the deck to install the rod holder. The same process can also be used to fit a flush mount rod holder to a boat.

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Wilderness Systems Tarpon E 120 - Initial Overview and Walkthrough

1/3/2021

 
Tarpon 120 Kayak Review Wilderness Systems
A close look at the Wilderness Systems Tarpon E 120 Kayak - a popular Sit On Top Kayak for paddling and kayak fishing on the coast, lakes and other inland waters. In this video i review the hull design and run through the features of the Tarpon 120 in close detail and discuss the reasons why this is one of the best all-round kayaks and a great choice for first-time paddlers.

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NEW Video - Installing a Fish Finder to a Viking Kayaks Tackle Pod

30/1/2021

 
How to fit a fish finder to Viking Kayak Tackle Pod
This video shows you how to install a Lowrance Hook Reveal 5 fish finder and chartplotter to the removable Tackle Pod found on the Viking Kayaks Profish Reload and Profish GT Fishing Kayaks.

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New Video - Setting up the Railblaza C-Tug Trolley

16/6/2020

 
Video on how to set up the C-Tug trolley and straps
This video shows you how to assemble and set up the Railblaza C-Tug Kayak and Canoe Trolley, including how to thread the straps. 


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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 - The Anchor Trolley System

4/5/2020

 
The Anchor Trolley System for safe kayak anchoring
Part 1 of how to set up an anchor system on your fishing kayak. This video looks specifically at the Anchor Trolley System - an essential part of safely anchoring your kayak. I take a look at why you need an anchor trolley to ensure you can safely fish at anchor, as well as what exactly an anchor trolley is and the components needed to make one. I also run through how i have set up an Anchor Trolley system on my Hobie Outback kayak. A must-watch if you are new to kayak fishing and plan on anchoring your kayak!

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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 - Anti-Snag Anchoring  & Anchor Trip System

26/4/2020

 
Non Snag Anchor Systems for Kayak Fishing
Tired of losing snagged anchors? This video looks at the different methods to set up Anti-Snag Anchoring Systems for kayaks using a variety of Anchor Trips to give you a chance of retrieving a stuck anchor. Whilst aimed at kayak anchoring, the same principles can be used for boats too. I look specifically at a Weak-Link Anchor Trip, an Anchor Trip Link and an Anchor Bridle and show how to set up each on both a Folding Grapnel Anchor and a Bruce / Claw Anchor in conjunction with anchor chain.


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New Video - Using Anchor Chain in Kayak Anchoring Systems

25/4/2020

 
Using Anchor Chain for Kayak Fishing
This video discusses the use of anchor chain in an anchoring system for kayak fishing including answers to common questions such as: "Why do i need anchor chain?", "What chain do i need?", "How much chain do i need?" and "How do i attach the chain to my anchor". The video also looks at two ways to attach chain to the anchor including a method to create an Anti-Snag anchor system using a weak-link set-up, using both a Folding Grapnel Anchor and a Bruce / Claw Anchor.

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New Video - Anchors for Kayak Fishing

24/4/2020

 
Types of Anchors for Kayaks
"What anchor do i need for my fishing kayak" is a common question amongst those new to anchoring a kayak. This video runs through the popular types of anchors used for kayak fishing - the Folding Grapnel Anchor, the Bruce / Claw Anchor and Mud Anchors. I discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each type and their suitability for different types of ground.

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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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Fishing for Giant Skate in Scotland

14/11/2019

 
Kayak Fishing for Giant Skate
​Last year I travelled to Scotland to fish for giant Skate and despite awful weather for most of the week I was lucky enough to catch my first one. With the fire well and truly lit for another go, it was time to head north again and spend a week fishing the deep waters of the Sound of Jura.

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Kayak Fish Finder Installation Guide

10/11/2019

 
Kayak Fish Finder Installation Guide
A handy guide covering the essentials of choosing a fish finder and installing this to a fishing kayak. This guide takes a detailed look at fish finder technology, mounting a fish finder to a kayak, the different ways to fit a transducer to a kayak and the options for powering a fish finder. Install a fish finder to your kayak and start catching more fish!

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Paddle Fishing Kayaks Vs. Pedal Drive Fishing Kayaks

2/11/2019

 
Pedal Fishing Kayaks Vs Paddle Fishing Kayaks
Kayaks have been used for fishing for many thousands of years, but it is within the last 50 years that they have seen the most radical of design changes leading us to the modern fishing kayaks we love and use today. Paddles have always been the method of choice for propulsion but there is a new kid on the block... Pedal Drive Fishing Kayaks! A revolution in design and function, these incredible fishing kayaks offer many advantages over the humble paddle....

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