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Post by gbthejoiner on Oct 12, 2012 13:56:00 GMT
Hi I would like to ask you guys your views,got the kayak sorted padde buoyancy aid what else do I need as essential pieces of kit and what else would be nice to have but not necessary essential. Thanks for any help
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Post by Izzetafox on Oct 12, 2012 14:31:32 GMT
he list varies on freshwater to what it would be at sea.
I will start off and no doubt others will add: Essential: Dry/wet suit. Dress for the water temperature not air temperature. Yes in warm weather on a narrow water with little flow you can, if you are a competent swimmer and have a pfd, get away with sensible clothing. Boots, shoes or similar, thermal in Winter. Beware of bare feet, lots of banks have cans, glass and other sharp objects. Mobile phone in waterproof pouch....just in case you need help. Consider a basic Frirst Aid Kit also spare clothing in dry bag. Sunglasses and peaked cap. Food and drink. ASPIRINS!!!!
Nice.... Fishfinder Skwoosh seat Rod holders Scotty/Railblaza or similar Handheld gps....it's nice to see how far you have paddled. Paddle partner Waterproof camera ....for that special picture.
I am sure there will be more.....but you always struggle to remember when you are trying lol
Terry
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Post by philpot on Oct 19, 2012 9:59:32 GMT
I would suggest that you throw away the idea of taking the gear you lug around when shore/bank fishing. Minimal is best. We all carry stuff in our tackle boxes that never sees the light of day.
Sort out the tackle you NEED and carry only that, you will be amazed how little space is then needed on a kayak.
Phil
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Post by gbthejoiner on Oct 19, 2012 17:18:24 GMT
No what you mean about tackle take far to many lures etc just in case. Been looking at drysuits I would guess that a full suit is the best option as opposed to dry trousers and a cag? Sorry if this seems a daft question.
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Post by Daz on Oct 19, 2012 17:32:29 GMT
No what you mean about tackle take far to many lures etc just in case. Been looking at drysuits I would guess that a full suit is the best option as opposed to dry trousers and a cag? Sorry if this seems a daft question. not silly at all.....save up and get a dry suit id even sell some kit to buy a dry suit
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Post by gbthejoiner on Oct 23, 2012 8:46:36 GMT
Thanks for the replies guys. Ok you have sold me on getting a drysuit and ones to avoid or any good buys out there?
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Post by Izzetafox on Oct 23, 2012 9:03:46 GMT
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Post by gbthejoiner on Oct 23, 2012 9:39:17 GMT
Terry thank you very much that's the sort of info I was looking for.
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Post by Izzetafox on Oct 23, 2012 9:53:33 GMT
Pleasure mate, that's the whole idea of the site, ask away that's the only way we all learn.
Terry
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Post by philpot on Oct 24, 2012 10:52:02 GMT
I totally endorse what Terry has said regarding a drysuit and I NEVER go out to sea fishing without wearing one. In the winer months I would also say that I will do the same on freshwater venues but I'm thinking of wetsuit shorts and a cag top in warmer months for freshwater only.
I would say that a cag top and dry trousers would be quite usefull but the combined outfit for you to buy is very little difference between a drysuit so to buy from the outset, a drysuit is the best by far. Can I just say, do not be tempted to buy a divers drysuit as they are not breathable and after seeing two kayak anglers using them and the sweat produced in them I can say for sure they just are not suitable even though you can pick them up quite cheaply----don't.
Phil
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Post by gbthejoiner on Oct 24, 2012 12:21:24 GMT
Thanks for the reply Phil. Will take on board your comments.
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