Bob Riggins
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It was a bad accident that probably should not have happened. Fortunately the guy was not hurt that bad.
I personally don’t like loop to loop knots for the tippit connection. It is too bulky to me. I use an albright knot and have had no problems, even when tying a fluoro tippet to a mono leader, which is my standard setup. It works fine as long as the fluoro is the smaller line. This would be typical since there is no reason to use a mono tippet on a fluoro leader.
At the risk of raising the ire of the “Grand Pooba”, I have also included a link to an “albright loop” on FAOL that looks interesting. I stumbled over it while following the links in the “Davy knot” thread.
http://flyanglersonline.com/features/micus/
He uses it to make a loop in the flyline, which appears to make too bulky a knot.
Dunfly,
We need to do some yak fishing together one of these days…….maybe when it cools down a bit. Perhaps Double Branch or Ozello…….and I know of some AWESOME spots around Steinhatchee.
Kyle
Sounds like a good idea.
Sit on top is the way to go for fishing. They will be wetter, however, that can be remedied by scupper plugs and a sponge. They are as stable as sit ins and you have a lot more freedom of action, particulary when you are getting in and out to wade.
My preference is the Ocean Kayak Prowlers, either the 15 or the 13. I have the 15 but I would probably recommend the 13 for most people. The Wilderness Systems Tarpon 140 is also a nice kayak for fishing. As far as the Hobie is concerned, if you have one you love it, otherwise you hate them.
Important items for fishing.
3 Scotty Fly rod holders ( they work for spinning rods also). Mount two behind you on either side of the seat and one in front between your feet.
Seat. This is a must (although it comes standard on both the OK 13 and the 140.
Anchor on a trolley system so you can move the point of contact of the anchor to the rear or front as needed.
Dry Bag.
Paddle leash and clips
Stake out pole.
