gates52 Posted September 7, 2011 Posted September 7, 2011 I must start off saying I have never been in kayak before, so I'm sorry if this question sounds dumb. I'm looking to get some type of small fishing vessel next year for bass fishing and a yak is top on my list right now and this question jumped into my head. Is it possible to effectively pitch sitting down in kayak? It seems that one would be so close to the water and the kayak that they would both get in the way. I'm sure standing up would solve this problem, but I could see the constant standing up and sitting down getting cumbersome as you move from each piece of cover ever 5-10 minutes. Quote
MaineBassFishin Posted September 7, 2011 Posted September 7, 2011 you cant really stand up in a kayak, at least i cant Quote
Super User J Francho Posted September 7, 2011 Super User Posted September 7, 2011 you cant really stand up in a kayak, at least i cant LMAO, of course you can stand in a kayak. If you can stand on land, there are boats that accommodate even big boys standing up. Just have to do your research, and pick the right boat. Wander around here: http://www.youtube.com/user/KayakBassFishing#p/u/6/VBWePHoPpoU Chad is not a little man. A shot of me pitching a jig: Quote
Super User webertime Posted September 7, 2011 Super User Posted September 7, 2011 I have one of these: http://www.cabelas.com/product/Stabilizer-Canoe-Floats/700051.uts?Ntk=AllProducts&searchPath=%2Fcatalog%2Fsearch%2F%3FN%3D%26Ntk%3DAllProducts%26Ntt%3Dstabilizer%26WTz_l%3DHeader%253BSearch-All%2BProducts%26WTz_st%3D%26WTz_stype%3DSP%26form_state%3DsearchForm%26recordsPerPage%3D80%26search%3Dstabilizer%26searchTypeByFilter%3DAllProducts%26x%3D0%26y%3D0%26WTz_srn%3DSeeAllItems&Ntt=stabilizer&WTz_l=Header%3BSearch-All+Products I have it on a 15' canoe, I stand and I flip or launch big swimbaits with no issue. I'm 6'5" 200 and way too many pounds, no issues. I got mine for way less on craigslist, you can find them on ebay too. Go get a 14-17'canoe off craigslist for $100 and get this and you are good to go. I prefer this to a kayak for storage and my rods can be laid flat and out of the way. Quote
NateFollmer Posted September 8, 2011 Posted September 8, 2011 I pitch and flip from my kayak - I'm 6'2" 250lbs. and can stand just fine. I use a shorter rod for kayak flippin'. A 6' 6" rod works best for me. Quote
gates52 Posted September 9, 2011 Author Posted September 9, 2011 Sounds like it shouldn't be too much of a problem to pitch and flip from a kayak, thanks for the answers. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted September 10, 2011 Super User Posted September 10, 2011 Check this out: Quote
LargeChuckles Posted September 11, 2011 Posted September 11, 2011 You can quasi-pitch from the Jackson Coosa while still sitting (from the high seat position), yet easily stand up (unlike some kayaks which force you to stand from a very low position=difficult). I would assume the soon to be released Jackson Cuda and Big Tuna will also have the extra large standing area and the super comfortable high seating position. The large standing area also allows you to easy turn sideways, something most other kayaks don't allow. Check this out: Quote
SimonSays Posted September 12, 2011 Posted September 12, 2011 Standing on the new Ride 135 is a cinch. As for the Coosa, I sold mine off. Did not feel as comfortable standing in it as I did the Commander/Ride Quote
Super User J Francho Posted September 12, 2011 Super User Posted September 12, 2011 Standing on the new Ride 135 is a cinch. As for the Coosa, I sold mine off. Did not feel as comfortable standing in it as I did the Commander/Ride Simon, can you elaborate? Funny, I see more Coosa's for sale used than any other boat. Quote
SimonSays Posted September 12, 2011 Posted September 12, 2011 Simon, can you elaborate? Funny, I see more Coosa's for sale used than any other boat. For me, the Coosa felt very tippy. The only thing it really has going for it (in terms of stability) is the width. The hull shape is normal. I must admit I got caught up with all the hoopla regarding stability and little design gimmicks. I bought the yak after watching Drew [guy in the coosa demo vids] walking around and jumping like it was nothing. As it turns out, if you look past it all, you see that he's actually not very tall, nor stout. Why do you see more Cooas for sale? IMO I think it's because once the honey moon phase ends the original buyers realize that it's a VERY technique specific kayak (rivers). They then end up selling them to buy more well rounded kayaks that can tackle rivers, lakes, ponds, and salt without sacrificing as much as you would with the Coosa. If you're looking for a river specific kayak, the Coosa has much to offer, scuppers, storage, maneuverability, very comfortable seating, and stability. If you're looking for a well rounded "do-it-all" type kayak, stay away from the Coosa. I for one am 100% happy I jumped off the Coosa bandwagon early. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted September 12, 2011 Super User Posted September 12, 2011 Thanks Simon, I knew you'd give the straight poop on the boats. Quote
gates52 Posted September 13, 2011 Author Posted September 13, 2011 Thanks for the videos and advice, sounds like standing on a kayak isn't an issue as long as your not an idiot and have a decently stable boat. I'm going to assume buying a kayak in the winter is a good idea, is there usually sales going on? Quote
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