Jeff Reporting From the 08′ Jacksonville Classic Kayak Fishing Tournament
Sunday, May 4th, 2008“Well it’s over for 2008. The Kayak Classic was yesterday, it was a blast to participate. I of course had the 2008 W in all her glory. The W performed like champ. The lower cockpit gives you a cooler ride in the sun and I’ve got to say if you make a recommendation in hot areas for color go with the lighter color.
My fish measuring board works great with the new rim. It holds the board and because of the height I’m at riding I can easily shoot a picture of a measured fish. Try doing that in a sit on top while seated and it’s a bit of a juggling event. The only thing I need to do it cut a measuring board just for the W and round the rear corners to fit inside the hull better. It’s a 10 minute job on one of the ones we have now.
Another W advantage is that you can just pull in the fish (provided it doesn’t have to many teeth) and dump it in the hull while getting the camera and board ready. I did it a few times yesterday as a test and it worked fine.
Wish I could say we caught winning fish but not this time. The red tide from last fall is still affecting our numbers and it takes almost a full year to recover. I did boat a number of lady fish, jacks, and undersized sea trout. ”
A 21″ ladyfish being measured for the 08′ classic