A little modification to my boat. “Irish Wake” name incorporating the W logo, and a removable deck I use when fishing. Note the rod holders and the fish finder. I simply toss the transducer over the side. It’s on a small float collar. I used a scrap piece of melamine and attached a 1 ft wood strip that fits in the grooves. It lifts out with a twisting motion. I hang a can holder underneath, which I made from a plastic liter bottle. I cut that in two, the bottom half being the holder and the top half making a very nice little funnel. Most of the things I attach are tied with a small line to the bungees. I never saw a need to make a paddle holder when simply tying a line will do. Simplicity.
Mike
Mike’s ‘Irish Wake’ fishing kayak
Mike lives in Rochester, NY, and he’s a Wavewalk Fishing Kayaks dealer
Cool name!…
I see a beginning of a trend in rigging some w kayaks for fishing with a front rack, or shelf – deck. Interesting.
The Titelok rod holders are becoming increasingly popular, apparently.
Pete
I like your rod holder idea Mike. You gave me something else to think about.
I like the Name Irish Wake.
(since I am Irish)
The deck is great.
Just a little advice, if you can place it on top instead of inside, no rain will flow into the W.
I traced out my platform, and drilled 3 holes and attached it with nuts and bolts.
I see you are using the Titelok Rod holders, I love mine, they are the best!
I’ve had mine now for 3 years.
Tight lines and paddle safe all.
Rox