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Originally Posted by ElectricChicken
Guy and Gals,
A few questions please.
1) Flipping a kayak would be the most dangerous thing that could happen to a person I would suppose. What is the most common mistake made when this does happen? i.e. turning around toward the back of the boat, etc. Every vessel has its inherant weaknesses and I would like to know what my sister needs to be most mindful of in her new kayak.
2) Life vest - What is the best thing to use that is comfortable yet reasonably priced.
3) Does everyone where their PDF while fishing?
4) Would a throw cushion be a wise choice?
5) Rods & Reels - I see mostly spinning tackle in most kayaks. Is there a good reason for that? I would think it would be easier to cast and more distance with less movement and effort?
6) Ice chest for fish - I just watched Raginjrob's video and saw that he had a collapsible ice chest. Is that a better choice than a hard side ice chest?
7) Plugging holes in the bottom - My sister went out on her first trip and her feet stayed wet because the drain holes kept some water in the boat. Should she plug these?
I appreciate any and all input. Thanks. EC
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1. The most dangerous part of kayak fishing is boats. Never assume they can see you. Always take precautions escpecially in low light conditions.(staying close to bank, travel in groups, have an escape route, have lights)
Falling out of a kayak is not really that big of a deal, especially if you have a life vest on. Always remember to stay with boat and to not panic. If worried about reentering kayak, practice without equipment in a pool or nearby pond. You will lose anything that is not tethered to yak or has a float on it.
2. Wear what is most comfortable
3. Most people do. It is not required.
4. No need for throw cushion.
5. I have both. Use whatever rod/reel is most comfortable. Just remember it is easy to drop one overboard. Most of the time you will never find it unless you have a float or use a tether.
6. I like soft sided icechest. I like that it has a zipper. It is a little more time consuming but fish cannot get out once zipped. Fish have been known to flop out of regular icechest with lid.
7. Try plugging boat. Remember the scupper holes are meant to flow water in and out if needed. Kayaks have different buoyancy, so just experiment with whats better.
Hope this helps