Newb - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

johnnyrodd · 02-04-2014, 10:27 PM

We'll first day in the water today on my kayak. Damn this paddling around is tough. Fished Newport for 2 hours now feeling the pain in my back and hamstrings. Can't wait to get back out again in some better conditions. Still need to get a seat to make things a little more comfortable.
My son sold his tricked out scooter and bought me and himself 2 Malibu explorer kayaks from sunset OEX with the money. What a great kid thanks Harris. Unfortunately he broke his elbow and shoulder 2 weeks ago. So I couldn't wait anymore and headed out on my own. He should be out of his cast in about 6 weeks to start fishing with me.

Any suggestions on a seat are welcome, I am a taller person at 6 4" if that makes a difference for seat height. The kayaks are pretty much bare one has no hatch but 2 rod holders. The other has a hatch but no rod holders. Over the next couple of months I am looking to add on bait tanks and fish finders.

Gerry · 02-04-2014, 10:31 PM

Get a seat ASAP!!!

Cbad Mike · 02-04-2014, 11:53 PM

Welcome..... Don't beat yourself up.... get a seat!

dmrides · 02-05-2014, 04:43 AM

I haven't been in the seat market in a long time, so I don't know any makes or models. But make sure you get a high back seat with a good amount of padding and proper adjustments. The guys at OEX will make sure you get exactly what you need.

buddha · 02-05-2014, 05:27 AM

This seat is one that I am going to get.

http://backwaterkayaker.blogspot.com...ing-kayak.html

WildernessWanker · 02-05-2014, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by buddha

This seat is one that I am going to get.

http://backwaterkayaker.blogspot.com...ing-kayak.html

That's a great seat for that price IMO. As far as the rod holders on the back of the seat does anyone use those? Mine has them and I've just never felt comfortable with a rod in them, although I will put my gaff in there if need be.

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buddha · 02-05-2014, 06:08 AM

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Originally Posted by WildernessWanker

That's a great seat for that price IMO. As far as the rod holders on the back of the seat does anyone use those? Mine has them and I've just never felt comfortable with a rod in them, although I will put my gaff in there if need be.

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I agree and I think that most will use those pockets for gaffs and boga grips, pliers, etc.

jruiz · 02-05-2014, 08:47 AM

Flush mount rod holders can be added at relatively low cost.

svendawg · 02-05-2014, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by WildernessWanker

That's a great seat for that price IMO. As far as the rod holders on the back of the seat does anyone use those? Mine has them and I've just never felt comfortable with a rod in them, although I will put my gaff in there if need be.

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When I had my other Kayak I've used the those rod holders in the seat at Mammoth Lakes while trout fishing' I pack a small plano box with trout gear trout rods in rod holders and I'm off fishing. No need for crates and all that other stuff.
Makes for easy set up and the ultimate "travel Lite" set-up especially if your car topping the kayak to a lake or between lakes.

kiyo21 · 02-05-2014, 02:26 PM

The spider angler seat, magic I swear!

Squid Vicious · 02-05-2014, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by kiyo21

The spider angler seat, magic I swear!

...sup kiyo21...dana soon ?

buddha · 02-05-2014, 05:18 PM

This kayak seat comes with 5 tackle boxes included.

http://backwaterkayaker.blogspot.com...ing-kayak.html

DennisMorgan · 02-05-2014, 08:07 PM

surf to summit has a great seat. I am picking mine up this week.
http://www.amazon.com/Surf-Summit-Ex.../dp/B005OZEXJA

igotpron · 02-06-2014, 05:02 PM

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Dail14 · 02-06-2014, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by kiyo21

The spider angler seat, magic I swear!

Yes. I love my spider angler as well.

easyday · 02-06-2014, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by buddha

This kayak seat comes with 5 tackle boxes included.

http://backwaterkayaker.blogspot.com...ing-kayak.html

Had that seat and really liked it.

William Novotny · 02-07-2014, 07:54 AM

Welcome to the boards! Looks like you fish in my back yard. I live 5 minutes from the launch so if you ever need someone to fish with just hit me up.

johnnyrodd · 02-07-2014, 09:52 AM

Thanks for all of the replies got some great info for a seat. I'll hit you up William next time I'm in Newport, I launched from the beach next to the next to the coast guard station.

Fish Taco · 02-07-2014, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by DennisMorgan

surf to summit has a great seat. I am picking mine up this week.
http://www.amazon.com/Surf-Summit-Ex.../dp/B005OZEXJA

Have this seat on my Stealth 14 and LOVE it! Highly recommend it!

- Ken

taggermike · 02-08-2014, 10:14 AM

I can't give a specific recommendation as to a seat. But I will say do not skimp on the comfort and quality to save cash. If you're out on the water and you ass is sore, chafed, or getting numb you'll wish you'd spent the extra cash. Mike

02-04-2014, 10:27 PM	#1
johnnyrodd Junior Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Irvine Posts: 2	Newb We'll first day in the water today on my kayak. Damn this paddling around is tough. Fished Newport for 2 hours now feeling the pain in my back and hamstrings. Can't wait to get back out again in some better conditions. Still need to get a seat to make things a little more comfortable. My son sold his tricked out scooter and bought me and himself 2 Malibu explorer kayaks from sunset OEX with the money. What a great kid thanks Harris. Unfortunately he broke his elbow and shoulder 2 weeks ago. So I couldn't wait anymore and headed out on my own. He should be out of his cast in about 6 weeks to start fishing with me. Any suggestions on a seat are welcome, I am a taller person at 6 4" if that makes a difference for seat height. The kayaks are pretty much bare one has no hatch but 2 rod holders. The other has a hatch but no rod holders. Over the next couple of months I am looking to add on bait tanks and fish finders.

02-04-2014, 11:53 PM	#3
Cbad Mike Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Carlsbad Ca. Posts: 1,206	Welcome..... Don't beat yourself up.... get a seat! __________________ [SIGPIC]

02-05-2014, 02:26 PM	#10
kiyo21 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Chino CA Posts: 202	Dude The spider angler seat, magic I swear!

02-05-2014, 08:07 PM	#13
DennisMorgan Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 225	surf to summit has a great seat. I am picking mine up this week. http://www.amazon.com/Surf-Summit-Ex.../dp/B005OZEXJA __________________

02-06-2014, 05:02 PM	#14
igotpron Xcoastie Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Westminster Posts: 285	.... Last edited by igotpron; 02-06-2014 at 05:04 PM. Reason: ...

02-04-2014, 10:31 PM	#2
Gerry Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 89	Get a seat ASAP!!!

02-05-2014, 04:43 AM	#4
dmrides Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Point Loma Posts: 584	I haven't been in the seat market in a long time, so I don't know any makes or models. But make sure you get a high back seat with a good amount of padding and proper adjustments. The guys at OEX will make sure you get exactly what you need.

02-05-2014, 05:27 AM	#5
buddha Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: chula vista Posts: 907	This seat is one that I am going to get. http://backwaterkayaker.blogspot.com...ing-kayak.html

02-05-2014, 08:47 AM	#8
jruiz Large Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: La Verne, CA Posts: 1,002	Flush mount rod holders can be added at relatively low cost.

02-05-2014, 05:18 PM	#12
buddha Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: chula vista Posts: 907	This kayak seat comes with 5 tackle boxes included. http://backwaterkayaker.blogspot.com...ing-kayak.html

02-07-2014, 07:54 AM	#17
William Novotny The carpetbagger Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: tha newps Posts: 1,474	Welcome to the boards! Looks like you fish in my back yard. I live 5 minutes from the launch so if you ever need someone to fish with just hit me up. __________________ "The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope." http://www.badinfluencetattoo.com/gallery.php?artist=21

02-07-2014, 09:52 AM	#18
johnnyrodd Junior Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Irvine Posts: 2	Thanks for all of the replies got some great info for a seat. I'll hit you up William next time I'm in Newport, I launched from the beach next to the next to the coast guard station.

02-08-2014, 10:14 AM	#20
taggermike Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chula Vista Posts: 1,589	I can't give a specific recommendation as to a seat. But I will say do not skimp on the comfort and quality to save cash. If you're out on the water and you ass is sore, chafed, or getting numb you'll wish you'd spent the extra cash. Mike