Floating Live Bait cage - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

eDUBz · 07-15-2010, 09:10 AM

Is there some kind small floating bait cage for live bait I can pull on the side of me.?
I do have a bait a tank with a bilge pump in all but just want something small and simple when me and the lady go out around the Harbor. I know I can make one but rather just buy one if possible.

lterrero · 07-15-2010, 10:47 AM

Yes, Plano is the best for me, you can get it at Wal-Mart for less than $ 20.00 or Big 5 also.. That's what I use.

RedSledTeam · 07-15-2010, 02:45 PM

For about $10 in materials you can make one from a short length of PVC or ABS tubing, two end caps and some line. Drill a few holes in the tube for drainage/water influx and you're there. My 12 year old son made ours from 4 inch PVC and it works great for squid. Maybe try a 1.5 inch diameter tube for fin bait.

old_rookie · 07-15-2010, 03:28 PM

I've been meaning to ask the same question, but instead of using in the bay, using it on the big water. I would think there would be a risk of seals coming by to steal whatever bait is floating in it.

lterrero · 07-15-2010, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by old_rookie

I've been meaning to ask the same question, but instead of using in the bay, using it on the big water. I would think there would be a risk of seals coming by to steal whatever bait is floating in it.

Seals only likes the bait on your hook.

RedSledTeam · 07-15-2010, 08:28 PM

Hey Leo,
How did your new fishfinder work out for you? My son and I were fishing with you when you first got it (Red Hobie Tandem). How long does the battery last? How was the definition and daylight viewing?

eDUBz · 07-16-2010, 10:31 AM

Thanks for the replies. Picked one up at wally world.

07-15-2010, 09:10 AM	#1
eDUBz Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 149	Floating Live Bait cage Is there some kind small floating bait cage for live bait I can pull on the side of me.? I do have a bait a tank with a bilge pump in all but just want something small and simple when me and the lady go out around the Harbor. I know I can make one but rather just buy one if possible.

07-15-2010, 10:47 AM	#2
lterrero Leo Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: La Jolla, CA Posts: 482	Yes, Plano is the best for me, you can get it at Wal-Mart for less than $ 20.00 or Big 5 also.. That's what I use.

07-15-2010, 02:45 PM	#3
RedSledTeam Daddeo Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: OC Posts: 660	For about $10 in materials you can make one from a short length of PVC or ABS tubing, two end caps and some line. Drill a few holes in the tube for drainage/water influx and you're there. My 12 year old son made ours from 4 inch PVC and it works great for squid. Maybe try a 1.5 inch diameter tube for fin bait.

07-15-2010, 03:28 PM	#4
old_rookie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Santee Posts: 904	I've been meaning to ask the same question, but instead of using in the bay, using it on the big water. I would think there would be a risk of seals coming by to steal whatever bait is floating in it.

07-15-2010, 08:28 PM	#6
RedSledTeam Daddeo Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: OC Posts: 660	Hey Leo, How did your new fishfinder work out for you? My son and I were fishing with you when you first got it (Red Hobie Tandem). How long does the battery last? How was the definition and daylight viewing?

07-16-2010, 10:31 AM	#7
eDUBz Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 149	Thanks for the replies. Picked one up at wally world.