Kayak for Tournament Question?

[MidwestAngler93]

Hey just had a question not sure how I am going to word it but I have a cheap pelican kayak that I got for like $150.  It has no rod holders or even a compartment for my tackle.  Is there any restrictions on building my own rod holders or anything like that in tournaments I have not found any.  Also does anyone have any tips on how I could modify my kayak?

 

Not sure if this question made a whole lot of sense but anything will help

 

Thanks,

Jake aka MidwestAngler93

[flyfisher]

I have never seen any type of limitations on modifications to your kayak for fishing.  The only caveat is adding propulsion as some do have rules regarding that.

[Murrica]

There are no rules typically on what you can do mod wise.  The only restrictions typically are no motors.  Pvc and bungee shock cord is your friend when it comes to modifying your yak.  Check out youtube for some ideas.  

[MidwestAngler93]

1 hour ago, Murrica said:

There are no rules typically on what you can do mod wise.  The only restrictions typically are no motors.  Pvc and bungee shock cord is your friend when it comes to modifying your yak.  Check out youtube for some ideas.  

okay I didn't think so but just wanted to ask thank you

[buzzed bait]

i've never heard of any of those types of restrictions....  i think rigging up the yak is half the sport for many guys....

[boostr]

If your looking for some good mods check out YakAngler.com.

[sully99]

I fish the KBL tournaments in Illinois and the only restriction is length. Kayaks have to bo at least 10'. 

[E. Guido Soda]

In the kayak tournaments (which include canoes) I fish around here, the rules are pretty simple:

- no motors / electronic propulsion

- no "mothershipping" (being towed by motorized watercraft)

- PFD's at all times

- one rod (w/ artificial lure only) in the water at any given time

We can even fish from the bank as long as the kayak / canoe stays in sight.  Pictures on the trough must be taken from the kayak / canoe with the mouth of the fish frame left, belly side facing you and your token visible in the picture.  As for mods, there are no rules on them whatsoever, as long as they do not include motorized propulsion.  Enjoy!