WTT my X-factor for something lighter - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

jephs422 · 04-27-2009, 01:20 PM

I absolutely love my X factor and have zero issues with it on the water. As a matter of fact I am real hesitant to think about trading it off. The problem is though; after 3 back surgeries and a few other issues, I am just not strong enough to lift it up on to the truck solo anymore and I can't get it down stairs solo. That leaves me no options to yak solo. I am looking to trade it for something a bit lighter that I can carry solo. It is fully rigged. If anyone is interested I'll take some more detailed pics and post them.

in this gratuitous self serving pic you can see the crate with the rod holders, and I have a bait tank/battery all set up there too, I just use my bait tube mostly

forefrazier · 04-27-2009, 01:52 PM

Maybe you should stop lifting all those Threshers!

You ever thought about getting a Thule Hullavator to assist in the lifting part? I used to own an X-Factor also and although it is heavy, when it comes down to lifting a yak I don't think 10lbs or so will make much of a difference on your back.

http://www.thuleracks.com/media/Feat...fits_small.mov

jephs422 · 04-27-2009, 02:18 PM

I thought about one of those, but I have a truck. And it's not impossible to load up myself, it just sux, LOL. It's the carrying it that is too hard. I think I might just have to make a set of wheels with 15" rims, then I can go up or down stairs all I want, LOL.

MVC · 04-27-2009, 03:21 PM

P.M. sent

Geoffkoop · 04-27-2009, 06:53 PM

Hook me up to a thresher like that and I'll carry your yaks for you

jephs422 · 04-28-2009, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Geoffkoop

Hook me up to a thresher like that and I'll carry your yaks for you

LOL!!! Anytime brother, you just got to come up North a bit....My spot is no secret honey hole, it's all right time, and right presentation.

trob · 04-30-2009, 02:03 PM

jephs- just fyi.....your handles are on the wrong side of your reels

edit....and yes, im jealous of the yak T

jephs422 · 04-30-2009, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trob

jephs- just fyi.....your handles are on the wrong side of your reels

edit....and yes, im jealous of the yak T

Dang!! No wonder I always have to turn my rods upside down to reel!!!

MrPatrick · 04-30-2009, 11:18 PM

There is an easy way to load a large yak on a car/truck. With the tailgate of your truck down strap your kayak cart to the tailgate with the wheels facing up. Place the nose of your yak on top of the wheels. To protect the back of the hull put down an old rug under the stern. With the bow on the wheels walk back to the stern while keeping the yak from rolling off. When you get to the stern, lift the tail end of your yak and roll it up onto the roof of your truck or rack on the roof. then all you have to do is flip it so you don't deform the hull. Easy peasy lemon squezzey.
For a sedan put the wheels on the trunk and roll it up. I did this with my old FND and do it with my trident if I am tired.
Hope this helps a few people. Patrick

Jimmy.P. · 05-04-2009, 11:14 AM

How much??

jephs422 · 05-04-2009, 02:04 PM

Hey sorry guys, I got a few PM's but have been away from my computer.

After looking at my different options of available lighter kayaks, I am going to just keep the X-Factor (cause it's a great ride) and just buy like a Tarpon 12 or something like that.

jephs422 · 05-04-2009, 02:06 PM

Oh and if anyone can find me a good deal on a Tarpon 12, I'll invite you come play with these

SanDogSWO · 05-04-2009, 02:30 PM

There is a Tarpon 100 for $500 and two Tarpon 140s on Craigslist San Diego right now for $775/$800 if you want to go two feet shorter or longer.

04-27-2009, 01:20 PM	#1
jephs422 Junior Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 20	WTT my X-factor for something lighter I absolutely love my X factor and have zero issues with it on the water. As a matter of fact I am real hesitant to think about trading it off. The problem is though; after 3 back surgeries and a few other issues, I am just not strong enough to lift it up on to the truck solo anymore and I can't get it down stairs solo. That leaves me no options to yak solo. I am looking to trade it for something a bit lighter that I can carry solo. It is fully rigged. If anyone is interested I'll take some more detailed pics and post them. in this gratuitous self serving pic you can see the crate with the rod holders, and I have a bait tank/battery all set up there too, I just use my bait tube mostly

04-30-2009, 02:03 PM	#7
trob Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Marcos (now idaho) Posts: 231	jephs- just fyi.....your handles are on the wrong side of your reels edit....and yes, im jealous of the yak T __________________

04-30-2009, 11:18 PM	#9
MrPatrick Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Waiting to launch Posts: 1,381	load There is an easy way to load a large yak on a car/truck. With the tailgate of your truck down strap your kayak cart to the tailgate with the wheels facing up. Place the nose of your yak on top of the wheels. To protect the back of the hull put down an old rug under the stern. With the bow on the wheels walk back to the stern while keeping the yak from rolling off. When you get to the stern, lift the tail end of your yak and roll it up onto the roof of your truck or rack on the roof. then all you have to do is flip it so you don't deform the hull. Easy peasy lemon squezzey. For a sedan put the wheels on the trunk and roll it up. I did this with my old FND and do it with my trident if I am tired. Hope this helps a few people. Patrick

05-04-2009, 11:14 AM	#10
Jimmy.P. "Every dog has its day" Join Date: May 2009 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 7	xfactor How much??

05-04-2009, 02:30 PM	#13
SanDogSWO Junior Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Ramona Posts: 18	There is a Tarpon 100 for $500 and two Tarpon 140s on Craigslist San Diego right now for $775/$800 if you want to go two feet shorter or longer. __________________ Sola Deo Gloria

04-27-2009, 01:52 PM	#2
forefrazier Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: OC Posts: 397	Maybe you should stop lifting all those Threshers! You ever thought about getting a Thule Hullavator to assist in the lifting part? I used to own an X-Factor also and although it is heavy, when it comes down to lifting a yak I don't think 10lbs or so will make much of a difference on your back. http://www.thuleracks.com/media/Feat...fits_small.mov

04-27-2009, 02:18 PM	#3
jephs422 Junior Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 20	I thought about one of those, but I have a truck. And it's not impossible to load up myself, it just sux, LOL. It's the carrying it that is too hard. I think I might just have to make a set of wheels with 15" rims, then I can go up or down stairs all I want, LOL.

04-27-2009, 03:21 PM	#4
MVC Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Costa Mesa Posts: 278	P.M. sent

04-27-2009, 06:53 PM	#5
Geoffkoop Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: So. Orange County Posts: 302	Hook me up to a thresher like that and I'll carry your yaks for you

05-04-2009, 02:04 PM	#11
jephs422 Junior Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 20	Hey sorry guys, I got a few PM's but have been away from my computer. After looking at my different options of available lighter kayaks, I am going to just keep the X-Factor (cause it's a great ride) and just buy like a Tarpon 12 or something like that.

05-04-2009, 02:06 PM	#12
jephs422 Junior Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 20	Oh and if anyone can find me a good deal on a Tarpon 12, I'll invite you come play with these