Monthly Archives: August 2009

Gary’s Seven Hour Kayak Fishing and Wildlife Observation Trip Report, Florida

Posted on August 25, 2009 by W kayak

Here’s a new report from Gary Rankel: Was out for 7 hrs yesterday in hot weather and sun. Ran into lots of redfish yesterday, but most were pretty spooky. I did manage to get this beautiful 10 pounder on top … Continue reading →

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Range of Motion and Protection From the Fish – Kayak Comparison

Posted on August 23, 2009 by W kayak

By Jeff McGovern Range of motion and protection from the fish – Sounds a little weird but the W kayak offers a far better range of motion for anglers and some measure of protection when landing fish. I’ve noticed this … Continue reading →

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Jeff’s Catch of the Day: Snook

Posted on August 21, 2009 by W kayak

I was on the water for a few hours today fishing for snook. Got a nice one just under keeper size when they are in season. Came in at 26 inches, once the season reopens Sept 1 they have to … Continue reading →

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Kayak Fishing Action: Rox’ Battle With A 20.5″ Large Mouth Bass

Posted on August 21, 2009 by W kayak

Here’s an update on my latest trip in my W500: Hot humid (92 degrees) with slight winds. I went to Rainbow Reservoir, it’s a dammed area of the Farmington river in Ct. I headed down to some submerged trees in … Continue reading →

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Gary’s Fishing Expedition in His New W500 Kayak

Posted on August 20, 2009 by W kayak

Gary Rankel, a kayak fishing aficionado from Florida, got his first W kayak back in 2006 (see his first kayak review). Since then he had spent countless hours in it, until recently, when he got himself a new W500 fishing … Continue reading →

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