Securing gear for surf launch?

[TJones]

Originally Posted by jbl_91762

Will be my first time launching in surf this coming Sunday at LJ. Questions about stowing in prep for possible roll over. I have an 2016 Outback so have 4 rod holders. Only bringing 2 rods with leashes so should I place them in rear or lay down on side?? Bait tank is strapped down good and wont go nowhere. Paddle and Gaff on each side using stock straps. But how do you guys secure your Mirage Drive?? Other stuff will be in hatches. Thanks for help.

Get 7 footers in front hatch with the reels on. You need to twist the rod when you get to the reel . When you only have the butt of rod remaining you have to try and flex the rod with a good amount of pressure. If nothing else, place reels in dry bag. Do yourself a favor. Spend 100$- 120$ On some Hobie leashes at 20$ a pop. Well worth investment in comparison to a new drive or rod and reel.

[GTboosted]

Originally Posted by TJones

Get 7 footers in front hatch with the reels on. You need to twist the rod when you get to the reel . When you only have the butt of rod remaining you have to try and flex the rod with a good amount of pressure. If nothing else, place reels in dry bag. Do yourself a favor. Spend 100$- 120$ On some Hobie leashes at 20$ a pop. Well worth investment in comparison to a new drive or rod and reel.

Yup, I almost always use a dry bag for reels. Sand is no bueno

[jbl_91762]

Sound advice I really appreciate it gents!!

Originally Posted by TJones

Get 7 footers in front hatch with the reels on. You need to twist the rod when you get to the reel . When you only have the butt of rod remaining you have to try and flex the rod with a good amount of pressure. If nothing else, place reels in dry bag. Do yourself a favor. Spend 100$- 120$ On some Hobie leashes at 20$ a pop. Well worth investment in comparison to a new drive or rod and reel.

I see under the center hatch there is foam blocks in front and rear, so if I take those out are they there for floor support or buoyancy?? I will practice trying to stow my 7' rods from front and secure the reels also.

[Hunters Pa]

Originally Posted by jbl_91762

Sound advice I really appreciate it gents!!



I see under the center hatch there is foam blocks in front and rear, so if I take those out are they there for floor support or buoyancy?? I will practice trying to stow my 7' rods from front and secure the reels also.

Those as support for the deck. Take me out and you will get premature cracks

[jbl_91762]

Originally Posted by Hunters Pa

Those as support for the deck. Take me out and you will get premature cracks

That's what I thought they were thanks. Love the Yak but IMO stupid design flaw if you need foam to support floor.