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Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 04-13-2018, 04:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,536
Posted By fongman
What is your preferred method of attaching the...

What is your preferred method of attaching the trap hook to the bait? IOW, where is the entry point into the bait? Thanks!
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 04-13-2018, 08:19 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,673
Posted By fongman
Take My Money!

A hernia (ouch!) is keeping me from participating in the Classic, but I was going to attend the raffle. That is, until an unexpected Celebration of Life took precedence. Now I can attend in...
Forum: Buy, Sell, or Trade Kayak Fishing Gear 10-10-2016, 10:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,530
Posted By fongman
Great Deal on Promar Collapsible Crawdad Traps

I found a sporting goods store in Virginia that has the 24" Promar crawdad traps (TR-503) for $12.89. Shipping for up to 7 is only $5.99. I would like to place an order for 5 - 7 traps. That would...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 08-14-2016, 11:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,281
Posted By fongman
for bonefish, I use a dropshot rig on a light...

for bonefish, I use a dropshot rig on a light spinning setup (10# braid with 6 - 8# fluoro leader). Tie a size 1 or 2 octopus hook about 30" from a 1/2 oz. weight.

I prefer my 9 ft surf rods so...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 06-18-2016, 04:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,863
Posted By fongman
Move over, Sam the Cooking Guy! Great job on...

Move over, Sam the Cooking Guy! Great job on your Man Cave/Kitchen. I'm sure it brings that big grin to your face every time you see the end result of all your hard work.
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 06-13-2016, 07:49 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 25,995
Posted By fongman
:doh:AGREED. I personally wouldn't do it, but if...

:doh:AGREED. I personally wouldn't do it, but if he is going to do it, he might as well do it right! :cheers1:
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 06-13-2016, 02:55 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 25,995
Posted By fongman
I was reading this thread...

I was reading this thread (http://forums.iboats.com/forum/boat-repair-and-restoration/boat-restoration-building-and-hull-repair/316268-great-stuff-foam-filler-thoughts) on iboats.com about using...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 06-12-2016, 05:55 PM
Replies: 822
Views: 3,270,638
Posted By fongman
Seat Riser

The Adventure/Islander seat is below the water line, so the seat plugs must be in place. When water comes over the side, which is frequent, you end up sitting in a pool of water. I found a video on...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 06-12-2016, 04:20 PM
Replies: 822
Views: 3,270,638
Posted By fongman
I haven't posted on here in a while, so I'll...

I haven't posted on here in a while, so I'll share a few things I made. The first is a fly rod holder. I have some extra RAM accessories so I made it for a RAM 1.5" ball mount. I originally used a...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 05-29-2016, 06:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,679
Posted By fongman
Go to ePlastics (formerly Ridout Plastics) on...

Go to ePlastics (formerly Ridout Plastics) on Ruffin Road. They have a bin of scraps they sell really cheap. Get some polycarbonate. It is almost indestructible and it won't crack like acrylic. I...
Forum: Buy, Sell, or Trade Kayak Fishing Gear 12-10-2015, 11:22 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,644
Posted By fongman
WTB: Lowrance Transducer for Elite Series

My Elite 5 transducer is only reading 2-3 ft. Need to find another, either 83/200 kHz or a 200 kHz transducer with an universal connector (not compatible with HDI nor HDS transducers).

private...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 08-12-2015, 10:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,973
Posted By fongman
....and bring your mirage drive plug. I've had...

....and bring your mirage drive plug. I've had to break out the paddle twice and flip flops will only keep so much water out of the yak!
Forum: Buy, Sell, or Trade Kayak Fishing Gear 05-24-2015, 12:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,737
Posted By fongman
New Finned Downrigger Weight, 4# for $20

New 2 pack of Dunkers downrigger weights for $40 and free shipping.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Pack-of-4-lb-Dunkers-Finned-Downrigger-Weight-/121642247322?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c5271649a...
Forum: Kayak Fishing Reports 06-21-2014, 09:07 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,945
Posted By fongman
Wouldn't reeling in your mac to avoid a tangle be...

Wouldn't reeling in your mac to avoid a tangle be a better lesson learned? To me, cutting your line could cause needless injury, and possibly kill, any number of marine mammals or birds while your...
Forum: Buy, Sell, or Trade Kayak Fishing Gear 05-10-2014, 10:50 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,133
Posted By fongman
PA Still for sale?

Hi Walter,

I think I helped you get your PA up the hill. Sorry to see you selling, but you're going to make somebody really happy!

My cousin has been looking for 2 Hobies. He already...
Forum: Heroes On The Water - So Cal Chapter 05-04-2014, 08:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,573
Posted By fongman
I'll be working from home on Friday so I will...

I'll be working from home on Friday so I will pump what I can during my lunch "hour" and drop them off at the MB store.
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 04-14-2014, 11:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,503
Posted By fongman
If you have an early model Mirage Drive unit...

If you have an early model Mirage Drive unit (pre-click), you'd get that "thunk" sound when one of the locking cam would loosen.
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 04-13-2014, 01:01 AM
Replies: 822
Views: 3,270,638
Posted By fongman
I'm running 2 LIFEPO4 batteries; a 6v and a 12v....

I'm running 2 LIFEPO4 batteries; a 6v and a 12v. To minimize the handling of the batteries, I found a plastic container that is almost the perfect fit for 2 SLA type batteries. Since they are so...
Forum: Kayak Fishing Reports 02-05-2013, 09:15 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,800
Posted By fongman
Well done all the way around, Neil! :notworthy:

Well done all the way around, Neil! :notworthy:
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 01-27-2013, 08:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,379
Posted By fongman
Hey Drake, I can see wearing those pants on...

Hey Drake,

I can see wearing those pants on a paddle kayak, but on your PA during surf launches, don't you have a problem with water running down your leg and settling at your seat?

btw,...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 01-26-2013, 07:09 PM
Replies: 822
Views: 3,270,638
Posted By fongman
I like the smaller tubes they used, but I wasn't...

I like the smaller tubes they used, but I wasn't about to spend $40.00 for one! Mine cost under $10.00. One of the reason for posting is to show some of the newbies alternatives to buying pre-made...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 01-26-2013, 01:32 AM
Replies: 822
Views: 3,270,638
Posted By fongman
You're right, I didn't know it. I haven't been in...

You're right, I didn't know it. I haven't been in a Hobie store in quite a while and when I made it, I don't think there was one available. So..........never mind!
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 01-26-2013, 01:26 AM
Replies: 822
Views: 3,270,638
Posted By fongman
Externally Mounted Transducer

When I picked up a Lowrance FF, the shape of the transducer convinced me to try an externally mounted, articulating transducer arm. I used plastic bimini top parts for the pivot points (end caps) and...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 01-26-2013, 12:10 AM
Replies: 822
Views: 3,270,638
Posted By fongman
Mirage Drive Splash Dam

When a Hobie is cruising above 4 mph, the power produced by the turbo fins forces an excessive amount of water up through the Mirage drive opening. To minimize this, I cut a piece of 1/4" rubber to...
Forum: Buy, Sell, or Trade Kayak Fishing Gear 12-29-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,313
Posted By fongman
GoPro Hero 2 NIB

I got a Hero 2 for Christmas, but I am returning it so I can get a Hero 3. Still factory sealed. If anyone wants to pick it up in San Diego for $200.00, send me a PM. Otherwise, I am sending it back...
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