JohnK
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Post by JohnK on Nov 15, 2005 9:57:28 GMT 1
Hi guys! I don't own a yak (yet ) but I have been saltwater fly fishing round Anglesey this last year. Do any of you fly fish from your yaks?
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Post by pat mitchell on Nov 16, 2005 21:18:56 GMT 1
did you do any good with the flyfishing,if so what venues,flys would like to have a go,cheers
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Post by John Mc on Nov 17, 2005 23:11:39 GMT 1
Hello John I have never fly fished even from dry land it is something i intend to do sometime but i do use plugs and spinners of all kinds when fishing close in on structures like piers eg Llnadudno and close to sheer rock cliff of The Great Orm. Remember when you get your kayak the fishing never has to stop by that i mean when traveling to a different mark i chuck out a plug and paddle on letting the lure do the work. Haven't had a bass yet but have had a few mackerel John Mc
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Post by zebra on Nov 18, 2005 22:28:52 GMT 1
hello all the fly can be deadly from the kayak It is probably the most productive way to catch bass .if you drift along the low water line of most beaches in Wales with a fly you will catch bass particularly in the straights . The hardest thing to do is get used to casting from your kayak it takes a bit of getting used to but well worth the effort I have even caught mullet this way mostly using Malibu lures . Terry
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JohnK
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Post by JohnK on Nov 24, 2005 13:15:15 GMT 1
I only started back in August but I don't' think I'll ever bother with anglesey trout again that's for sure. I've mainly been fishing deepish rock marks with an 8 weight setup, sinking lines and large (2-3") heavily weighted flies, mainly white in colour. I've caught plenty of pollack, up to 20 in a 1 hour session at sunset and a fair handful of mackerel, mainly over 1lb. A pollack of only a pound and a half can give you a serious run for your money on a fly rod, lots of fun ;D And the mackies are even better! I've only had one bass so far, a 3 1/2 lber from the straits, but I think it's only a matter of perseverance before I'm catching them regularly. I know of a few people who regularly catch large numbers off bass from yaks and that's what made me post here originally. I've also been plugging since the start of October but not caught owt yet, I figure it's down to the poor visibility and the fish moving off shore Is this the case or am I just making excuses? Will bass take poppers at this time of year or do they prefer divers? Any advice greatly appreciated.
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Post by zebra on Nov 25, 2005 0:36:06 GMT 1
divers john. try using large whisky flys for bass terry
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kastonfly
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Post by kastonfly on Nov 25, 2005 11:25:55 GMT 1
I agree Fly-fishing is the way to go. I only fish from the shore and have lots of Bass 3lb to 6lb and some big Pollock. Interested in the Kayak thing but have reservations regarding safety and how to ensure I don’t loose my gear if I capsize. How do the more experienced Kayak users deal with this?
Kevin ;D
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Post by Hursty on Nov 27, 2005 0:15:55 GMT 1
As for capsizes - everything should be clipped down with carabinners and elasticated rope - all available from the Kayak superstore - B&Q!!
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Post by zebra on Nov 27, 2005 3:24:15 GMT 1
It’s very hard to capsize. The type of kayak we use are sit on top kayaks they are so stable I have many times stood up and fished from my yak its all to do with the hull shape with the sit on top kayaks we have 2 types of stability on the hull primary and secondary basically the secondary is there to correct any large sideways movement so you can go almost vertical sideways and you don’t tip over they just drop back. The tackle is always leashed down just in case .the most important piece of equipment for safety though is the personal flotation vest it must always be worn and zipped or fastened up.
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stitch
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Post by stitch on Nov 27, 2005 14:43:13 GMT 1
Hi Kevin Stability on these type of kayaks is not a problem. Myself and Dave my fishing buddy have fished in seven foot swells legs hanging over one side as though on holiday by the pool in sunny Spain. One trip we ditched our gear on the beach paddled back out a couple of hundred yards and ran from one end of our boats to the other and then fell in just to see what we could get away with. Even sitting on the bow or the stern to see if we could get them to tip up on their end but no joy. I would advise anyone to do the same it will give you confidence in your boat and your wet suit, kag and PFD as well as putting a smile on your face, this was winter and we were still sweating. Hursty was right B&Q sell lot of clips and cord to make rod leashes and the like. I use Tupperware box's for bits and bobs which cost only a few squid at least if do go in with your gear they will float .
John
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kastonfly
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Post by kastonfly on Nov 29, 2005 22:15:10 GMT 1
Thanks for all the replies. You folks certainly seem confident, I might just be tempted to give it a go when the weather warms up again!
Kevin
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Post by zebra on Nov 29, 2005 23:02:48 GMT 1
hay johnk why dont you email the image i think he still has a place available in his tandem yak for new years day there will be a wholw bunch of us there come and try it out if he does not have a place left you are welcome to have a go in mine for an hour or so terry
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JohnK
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Post by JohnK on Nov 30, 2005 12:56:49 GMT 1
Tandem Yaks That just can't be a good idea. I'd love to terry but I'll be in portugal, nothing I hate more than new year at home.
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zulu
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Post by zulu on Jan 6, 2006 22:07:47 GMT 1
Hi All, Fly fishing off a yak is great, Bass are the main target for me. I got 150 plus (all released) last season, and late last year I bumped into a school of shoaling fish and managed to land a couple of doubles. Rod wise - I will be using a six, eight and ten weight next season. Lines - Floater, Ghost tip and quick sinker. Flies - well the world is your oyster. Have a look at a few I have posted below. Clousers are the work horses - but be careful - if one hits your rod it could be good night nurse. Deceivers are great and tied on size two to size six saltwater hooks will catch most fish found around Wales. Deceivers Clouser Pike flies - yea we catch them off yaks with a flyRegards Mike
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bassmaster the one and only
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Post by bassmaster the one and only on Jan 10, 2006 13:20:25 GMT 1
poperes are best used in october aspecialy when the water is dirty.
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sh
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Post by sh on Jan 17, 2006 1:16:17 GMT 1
I'm only a beginner at this fly fishing game, but have tried it off my tandem Malibu 2XL with my mate throwing plugs off the back. We didn't get into too much trouble - but didn't catch anything either!
Steve
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