neilnbeanie 10 Posted June 16, 2012 Report Share Posted June 16, 2012 Hi all. I`ve been into freshwater fishing all my life, but now that i live on the Essex coast, ive just got a Sea kayak. I was thinking about using it for Bass spinning. Is there anyone on here who is doing this at the moment? Just got to wait for this weather to sort itself out now. I will be using my pike spinning rod to start with, this is 9ft so i`m hoping this will be ok. I was hoping some of you could give me some tips on lures, at the moment i have some jellies, Dexter Wedges, and a collection of pike spinners, plugs and surface lures. Any pointers would be welcomed. ATB. Neil. Quote Link to post
brassneck 128 Posted June 16, 2012 Report Share Posted June 16, 2012 sounds mint to be honest mate , about to buy myself one Quote Link to post
neilnbeanie 10 Posted June 16, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2012 Its a two man boat, so was advised it would be big enough for me, my girlfriend and my 6 year old daughter, and still be small enough for me to be able to handle on my own while fishing, only been out on it the once so far with my family, and its good fun. Can`t wait to get fishing now. ATB. Neil. Quote Link to post
lamp+battery 98 Posted June 16, 2012 Report Share Posted June 16, 2012 a good mate ov mine goes kayakin for the cod, mackrell etc he is a member ov a site on the net i will ask him what it is called and let you know they should be able to give you a few good pointers Quote Link to post
neilnbeanie 10 Posted June 16, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2012 Cheers mate, that would be a great help, its hard when your not sure where to start. I was wondering if its possible to float fish for bass off the kayak, in a similar way to how you would do for pike in freshwater? Also thought it would be an idea to try trolling with the lures to try to locate some local hotspots, Neil. Quote Link to post
lamp+battery 98 Posted June 16, 2012 Report Share Posted June 16, 2012 he is out all the time fishin off his and he has had some good fish 9lb cod is his biggest so far, he dose let his lure/bait drag behind him when he is paddelin to his fishin spot al get that website for you no problem Quote Link to post
Guest bullterrier Posted June 17, 2012 Report Share Posted June 17, 2012 just do a search on here theres been some really good threads on them theres a few lads on here that have them atb john Quote Link to post
smiles40 24 Posted June 17, 2012 Report Share Posted June 17, 2012 he is out all the time fishin off his and he has had some good fish 9lb cod is his biggest so far, he dose let his lure/bait drag behind him when he is paddelin to his fishin spot al get that website for you no problem anglers afloat your mate is on that site. Quote Link to post
reeking rabbits 15 Posted June 17, 2012 Report Share Posted June 17, 2012 If your can't find information on here have a look/join world sea fishing forum, it's got a section for Kayak fishing etc. great bunch of guys there with loads of members to answer any questions! Ive been a member just under a year and found it to be really good. Loads of boat, yak and shore reports as well! 1 Quote Link to post
gazjon5 814 Posted June 18, 2012 Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 Neil, never had a kayak in my life (but had plenty of boats big and small), in my opiion a 9ft rod will be at best a pain in the arse, first time the line wraps round the tip or you have to re thead the lie through the rings etc you will see what I mean. If it was me go for a cheap 6 ft or proper kayak rod which I think are around 4ft, it will be a lot easier to handle / set up / balance when your changing lure or hopefully unhooking fish. Gaz. Quote Link to post
bunny tickler 876 Posted June 18, 2012 Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 whitby sea anglers forum has a good kayaking set of lads log on there & they will all help you ,neil Quote Link to post
neilnbeanie 10 Posted June 18, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 Neil, never had a kayak in my life (but had plenty of boats big and small), in my opiion a 9ft rod will be at best a pain in the arse, first time the line wraps round the tip or you have to re thead the lie through the rings etc you will see what I mean. If it was me go for a cheap 6 ft or proper kayak rod which I think are around 4ft, it will be a lot easier to handle / set up / balance when your changing lure or hopefully unhooking fish. Gaz. To be honest mate, thats why i put in the fact that i would be using a 9ft rod, as i was also thinking that it might be a bit too long and i was hoping someone would notice this. Will still give it a go though because its a favourite of mine, but i know i will probably end up getting something shorter Quote Link to post
neilnbeanie 10 Posted June 18, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 whitby sea anglers forum has a good kayaking set of lads log on there & they will all help you ,neil Cheers mate, will give it a go, joined a forum the other night dedicated to freshwater and saltwater fishing around Essex, then realised the last post on the sea section was last year Quote Link to post
ferret features 289 Posted June 18, 2012 Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 aline with flies every 2ft or so n a bubble floats all you need just let it drift while your using the rod.we get seatrout using this. Quote Link to post
neilnbeanie 10 Posted June 18, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 whitby sea anglers forum has a good kayaking set of lads log on there & they will all help you ,neil Cheers mate, loads of information on there Quote Link to post
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