Monthly Archives: September 2009

Rox’ September Fishing Kayak Adventure, Chapter 3

Posted on September 30, 2009 by W kayak

Sept 8th Rainbow Res. Hit the bow at 12pm, off at 5:30pm. Water levels are up, temps were 70 to 74.3 degrees. Cranks, chatter, ball jig, dingers- Cranks got nothing, chatter baits zip, dingers, of course, put the Bass in … Continue reading →

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Rox’ September Kayak Fishing Adventures, Chapter 2

Posted on September 29, 2009 by W kayak

On September 13th at Rainbow res. After 4 sleepless nights due to pain, I went fishing, hoping to forget about these last few days. I paddle above a bend with some good current, and let myself drift as I banged the Banks. … Continue reading →

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James Phillips’ W500 Fishing Kayak Review, British Columbia, Canada

Posted on September 29, 2009 by W kayak

I am very satisfied with the kayak. I am thankful that you had invented such a model because it serves my purpose quite well. The most important thing for me is that I can ride the kayak “straddled” [I.E. in … Continue reading →

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Rox’ Account of Her September Kayak Fishing Adventures. Chapter 1

Posted on September 28, 2009 by W kayak

Hi All, Here’s a recap of Septembers W500 adventures. I can’t believe September is come and almost gone. Fall is approaching way to fast this year, maybe it’s because June and July, we were faced with rain, heavy rains. I … Continue reading →

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Bob Sandeen’s Rigged W300 Fishing Kayak, Arizona

Posted on September 27, 2009 by W kayak

October 8: More rigging projects and great pictures from Bob >> The boat came on Friday the 18th. The delivery driver was so curious that we opened the box so he could see the “W”. He said “let’s go fishing”. … Continue reading →

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John Hunter’s Review of His W500 Fishing Kayak – Seattle, Washington

Posted on September 27, 2009 by W kayak

I have back pain and  and have to say my w-500 is the most comfortable boat I’ve ever paddled. I had an unfortunate encounter with a bad chiropractor and have issues with L5 and sciatica now, and had tried SOT … Continue reading →

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Claire and Gary Gignac, and Their New W500 Kayak – Ontario, Canada

Posted on September 26, 2009 by W kayak

I had a hip injury a few years ago and as a result, certain sitting positions have proven difficult. When I used the kayak, it was surprisingly a very comfortable kayak. Sitting in it wasn’t difficult since I was able to move my leg by extending it, bending it and standing when needed.
Overall, quite comfortable. I am not a big person, 120 lbs, and managed to travel down our lake with ease. When Gary used it, he found it easy to paddle. Getting it in and out of the water proved easy enough. I think we both will enjoy it for years to come. Continue reading →

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Kayak Fishing Trip Report – Ed and Jeff Kayak in Crystal River, Florida

Posted on September 26, 2009 by W kayak

Ed Wheeler and Jeff McGovern, two Floridian W kayak fishermen made a trip to Crystal River with their W500 fishing kayaks. Jeff tells: -Our fishing adventure went very well as did the time spent in the W500s.  Ed is handling … Continue reading →

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More About John Zoltner’s Motorized W500 Fishing Kayak, and First Bass Caught…

Posted on September 25, 2009 by W kayak

Continued from John’s first review of his motorized W500 fishing kayak -Just caught the second or third biggest bass I’ve ever caught (a little over 3 lbs). For me that’s a big bass! So maybe investing in a fishfinder was … Continue reading →

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Sharon Bramm’s W500 Kayak Review, Wisconsin

Posted on September 24, 2009 by W kayak

Sharon and Jim Bramm, from Wisconsin, got a W500 early this year. Since they couldn’t decide who’s going to paddle it, they ordered a W500, in yellow. Here is Sharon’s review of her yellow W500 kayak: I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE … Continue reading →

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