Re: [Paddlewise] Kayak Fishing

> I was just wondering how you have the Cabella's rod holder attached to your
> kayak?  is it mounted in the hull?  yesterday i was paddling around dauphin
> island and watched something chase 4-5 inch mullet out of the water for about
> 10 minutes and it really got me boosted up to try some fishing.  what do you
> troll with, jigs, cut bait, etc?  any one got any thing else to add?

The one I have has a 4" x 2" plastic base, which is mounted 
through the hull, I used 4 big brass screws cut to length, sunk 
through the hole, and screwed into brass nuts and disk washers.
The rod holder part slips into a whole in the top.   I also use this 
mount for a small outrigger, to make it easier to get back in my 
closed cockpit boat after diving.   Total additional cost of the 
outrigger is about $6, half a thick pool noodle, a 4' 3/4" dowel, and 
some webbing strap+clips; plus 30 minutes or so of hand sewing.

I've been trolling with a topwater lure that is popular in our area 
called Mirrolures.  Usually a mullet imitation, Usually a floater.
Most folks seem to like the handline idea, but a cheap, used 
trolling reel can be had for under $10, and filled with 50# dacro 
trolling line, its perfect fine, and more convenient.  I marry it to a 
broken off rod of about 2' in length.  Gives me a good handle and 
eyelet, strong line, and low cost.

Trolling just outside the surfzone looks like it could be extremely 
productive, saw tons of baitfish yesterday, even got hit in the head 
by one trying to dodge my paddle.  Only problem being all the 
stupid jellyfish....


Richard Walker
Houston, TX
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