Kayaking!!

RATTFINK · Feb 12, 2012

I had one badass time on the Colorado River near Bend, TX in Spring 2010

Being and REI member saved me A LOT of money

(3) Wilderness Systems - Tsunami
Two at 14'-6" long & One at 17'-0" long

(2) Wilderness Systems - Tarpon
Both 12'0" long

RATTFINK · Feb 12, 2012

Kayaked to this waterfall.

J Everett · Feb 12, 2012

Sweet.

Macland · Feb 12, 2012

How much does a beginner Kayak run?

RATTFINK · Feb 12, 2012

You can buy a cheap one for around 150$ at Academy Sports. They are not the best; but are good ones to learn with. I'd suggest taking lessons, renting, or going on kayak trips where the yaks are provided before you purchase one.

I really want a Wilderness Systems, Old Town, or Necky brand when I get around to buying one.

J Everett · Feb 12, 2012

I've got my eye on a Hobie for fishing the marshes around here. One day....

Macland · Feb 12, 2012

Thanks for the advice man. I'll have to check into going somewhere with some rentals. They sure look good on top of an X.

NMTerras · Feb 12, 2012

I've got a perception I use primarily for fly fishing. I have Yakima mako saddles that attach to the roof rack, but most times I just throw it up there on my surfboard pads and tie her down! I'll take some pics in the spring when it warms up...

RATTFINK · Feb 13, 2012

I love my Yakima kayak towers, I can fit 4 yaks on top of my X with it.

idratherbe · Mar 13, 2012

I'm buying a kayak this week and I'm wondering if any of you that have them have roof lights too. I'm also going for the Yakima fold down kayak racks. Anyone have those?

RATTFINK · Mar 13, 2012

You may not have a problem with lights. The curvature on a yak should allow it to miss the lights... unless you have a hella long yak.

Are you talking about the Yakima BigStack, like I have?

OR... one of these? http://www.yakima.com/shop/water/top

idratherbe · Mar 13, 2012

I wasn't referring to the big stack originally but I did see those. How do you like em? I definitely want something that folds down.

RATTFINK · Mar 13, 2012

I love mine. I can fit four yaks up top w/o a problem.

gorillamel · Mar 13, 2012

Oooo kayaking! The weather was so nice out here that I finally got to take mine out and use it at a nearby reservoir. I have an Old Towne Otter. It is a very simple easy to use kayak for calm water. I'll post up some pics of it on my X and me using it later.

KoloradoXman · Jul 9, 2012

Kayaking

Love the pics! Getting me jacked to get my own boat and rack for my X.

AZhiAZiAM · Jul 9, 2012

i'd really like to try this. one of the things i haven't done but had the opportunity tons of times.

RATTFINK · Jul 10, 2012

It's way cool. I always loved canoeing, but kayaking is on a whole other level of awesome. Whether it's fishing, touring, or hitting class I - whatever rapids, it is extremely fun.

If you live near an REI or a place that sells everything outdoors, see when they hold a kayak 101 class. I did and have been hooked ever since... even though I still rent or take event/trips with outdoor retail places.

jmnielsen · Jul 10, 2012

Man I live kayaking. I'm taking a trip up to Minnesota tonight for the next 5 days and will be doing some! I'll take pictures!

J Everett · Jul 11, 2012

I am surrounded by so much water here. I seriously need to get off my ass and get a boat.

RATTFINK · Jul 12, 2012

J Everett said:
I am surrounded by so much water here. I seriously need to get off my ass and get a boat.

Yes you do.

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J Everett · Jul 13, 2012

RATTFINK · Jul 14, 2012

J Everett said:

Lmao

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caseycamby · May 29, 2016

How about a bump?

I'm about to buy a kayak here soon. Was wondering if you guys had any advice. Probably gonna go for a sit on top angler type kayak. I got most of that figured out and how to transport what little I will.

What about a paddle? What length do I need? Is that dependent on the width of the kayak?

JeffPro4x · May 29, 2016

Boat width and your size.
paddle sizing guide

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Prime · May 29, 2016

I haven't paddled since I was a kid. It'd be fun to get back into it. Damn, boats be 'spensive.

caseycamby · May 29, 2016

JeffPro4x said:
Boat width and your size.
paddle sizing guide

sent from a crawlspace...

That is gold. Thank you!

DirtyRice120 · May 30, 2016

This is my rig. 2015 Jackson Coosa. Kind of pricey but it is awesome for rivers.

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Ocala X · May 30, 2016

idratherbe said:
I wasn't referring to the big stack originally but I did see those. How do you like em? I definitely want something that folds down.

The side stacker hoops are the way to go I think. They are usually less costly, but they allow you more room for additional kayaks, bikes, ect....and they fold down.

JeffPro4x · May 30, 2016

I just slap mine up on the dephep

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tommyboy · May 30, 2016

I used to put my RIDE135 on top of my X, but I got tired of doing that at 4:00 a.m.
So I built a trailer to hold both of my boats in the garage so I can just hook up the
Trailer and take off in the mornings.

DirtyRice120 · May 30, 2016

tommyboy said:
I used to put my RIDE135 on top of my X, but I got tired of doing that at 4:00 a.m.
So I built a trailer to hold both of my boats in the garage so I can just hook up the
Trailer and take off in the mornings.

That's my plan also

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kirk · May 31, 2016

My gosh Im so jealous. Ive rented kayaks a bunch, but still dont know much about what I need to buy. I would love to have one.

caseycamby · May 31, 2016

I believe I finally have one lined up! Called about a kayak on Craigslist and it turned out to be someone I went to high school with! THIS bad boy right here!

DirtyRice120 · May 31, 2016

caseycamby said:
I believe I finally have one lined up! Called about a kayak on Craigslist and it turned out to be someone I went to high school with! THIS bad boy right here!

Sweet! Someone was wanting to trade one of those for mine the other day.

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kirk · May 31, 2016

Yeah I love that one. Nice.

caseycamby · May 31, 2016

From what I know about it, it seems pretty nice and should suit my needs. It'll be a good starter, for sure. Pretty stable from what I've read.

DirtyRice120 · Jun 6, 2016

My new boat. Old Town Next canoe/yak hybrid. 13ft. I bought it Friday night and had it in the water Saturday morning. I love this thing, it's comfortable, stable, and it's light compared to my old kayak. If you are in Middle or East Tennessee and looking for a good boat, I recommend Caney Fork Outdoors in Silver Point, Tn.

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gorillamel · Jun 6, 2016

From my recent trip paddling through Canyonlands NP after goneMOAB was over.

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caseycamby · Jun 6, 2016

I gotta get some pictures of this thing in the water but I've had it out a couple of times and it's awesome!

Kayaking!!

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