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Ben’s W300 Carp Fishing Kayak Stand-Up Rig – Pennsylvania

Ben Ciliberto is a kayak carp fisherman from Pennsylvania, who got his first W300 last year, and this year ordered two more…

DIY rig for stand up kayak fishing

Ben doesn’t like to sit at all in his kayak – He prefers to stand up as much as possible, and that’s why he designed and built this amazing stand-up fishing rig.
Says Ben: -”The rig is great for stability, getting in and out, a rail to grab if you get tipsy, and holds everything – I’ve completed it on all three W kayaks now—third one in half the time.”



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6 Responses to “Ben’s W300 Carp Fishing Kayak Stand-Up Rig – Pennsylvania”

  1. Jeff McGovern Says:
    June 12th, 2009 at

    Nicely done! That looks like it might allow you to stand on the seat as well. With that kind of height your spotting advantage would equal a number of flats skiffs. It also appears to be something that would be great for bowfishing.

  2. Avaz Bob Says:
    June 12th, 2009 at

    Very nice indeed – Effective, sturdy and detachable (so it seems) – Bob

  3. Pete Says:
    June 12th, 2009 at

    The more I look at it the better I see how it works, and I like it.
    It would be interesting to see how Ben is using it.
    Pete

  4. warren Says:
    June 12th, 2009 at

    where’s the cup holder? :D

  5. Graham Rubens Says:
    June 13th, 2009 at

    It’s interesting to see how this new type of boat opens new possibilities for usage and outfitting.

  6. Roxanne Says:
    June 14th, 2009 at

    Outstanding! What a great set up.
    I can’t wait to hook a carp in the W, and go for a ride. :)

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