Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Kayak recomendations

I've posted my opinion on this topic many times before --

Fly fishing poses unique challenges to fishing from watercraft ("fly fishing ain't spin fishing" is probably never more applicable than it is when you're talking about fishing from a boat).  In my opinion, the best kayak for fly fishing is one that is as similar to a solo canoe as possible.  An "empty shell" is what you want.  Any protuberances on the vessel or your person WILL snag your fly line, period.  I've done a lot of fly fishing from canoes and kayaks and my suggestion is to identify one you can comfortably stand up and cast in, since I find this far more effective than casting from a seated position. 

After those 2 considerations, try to find one that is 50 pounds or less.  When you start getting up into the 70+ pound range, you will be far less motivated to car-top it and therefore less likely to use it over time.  Trust me on this --

Finally, be careful of some of the "fishing kayak" models, which again are targeted to spin fishermen primarily.  They can be heavy as hell (some are 100 pounds or better) and include a lot of line snaggers.  Those are about useless for my needs. 

TB

On Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 8:16:36 AM UTC-4, Ryan D wrote:

I have an NRS Pike and I love it. Stores nicely, you can stand, room for a cooler.

On the pricey side though

On Wed, Jul 19, 2017 at 7:25 AM, Scott Stankus <ssta...@gmail.com> wrote:

Fletcher's currently rents Old Town Predator kayaks. It might be worth renting one of those to see how you like it. I've never used one, but the fact that it has pedals for "paddling" is both intriguing and worrisome. Intriguing for the convenience of moving withing putting your rod down, but worrisome for the extra stuff for your fly line to catch on. 

--Scott

On Tue, Jul 18, 2017 at 9:51 PM, Flyrodva <mfil...@hotmail.com> wrote:

Check out malibukayaks.com
They have several fishing kayaks that are quality-made without breaking the bank.  I have had the Stealth 10 since 2012.  The website will have a place to search for a dealer nearest you.  I live in No Va and went to southern MD to get mine.  Solid investment.

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