Gaff length? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

dorado50 · 08-23-2008, 10:27 AM

I saw a guy last week that five foot long gaff,

It was as long as his rods!!!!!!!!!!

Willy · 08-23-2008, 10:41 AM

Also, think about the length and strength of your arm.
If you have long arms, that means another possible two + feet on your gaff. Some like a longer gaff to help increase their pulling strength, or to allow it to slip a bit.
Mine is about 24", but I have long arms and can reach it over four feet to the tip.
Obviously, think about how you're going to store it on the boat, that may make the length decision for you.

Willy

Matt · 08-24-2008, 11:14 AM

I agree with Tyler on this one completely!! I use a 40" gaff which seems long but alot of the time its just about right! Anywhere between 2'-4' will work just perfect!

08-24-2008, 11:14 AM	#3
Matt Support your local pangas Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lj Posts: 976	I agree with Tyler on this one completely!! I use a 40" gaff which seems long but alot of the time its just about right! Anywhere between 2'-4' will work just perfect! __________________ Thanks Matt F.

08-23-2008, 10:27 AM	#1
dorado50 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: La Jolla Shores Posts: 1,626	I saw a guy last week that five foot long gaff, It was as long as his rods!!!!!!!!!!

08-23-2008, 10:41 AM	#2
Willy Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: La Jolla Posts: 189	Also, think about the length and strength of your arm. If you have long arms, that means another possible two + feet on your gaff. Some like a longer gaff to help increase their pulling strength, or to allow it to slip a bit. Mine is about 24", but I have long arms and can reach it over four feet to the tip. Obviously, think about how you're going to store it on the boat, that may make the length decision for you. Willy