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Extra Large Flotation Modules For W Kayak

Most kayaks are molded from Polyethylene resins. Polyethylene is slightly less dense than water, but a Polyethylene kayak could still sink to the bottom if its hull gets filled was water because of the weight of the accessories attached to it, such as rubber handles, rod holders that have metal parts in them, and rivets, let alone a motor… Continue reading

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W Kayak Transom Motor Mount For 20″ Long Propeller Shaft

Kayak Compatibility: The W Kayak Transom Motor Mount fits W kayaks from the 500 and 502 series.
Motor Compatibility:The W Kayak Transom Motor Mount fits electric trolling motors, and outboard gas motors up to 2hp. Attachment: The W Kayak Transom Motor Mount is easily attached to the W kayak by means of two bolts. Continue reading

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Fishing Kayak Outfitting Plans, By Chris Ott

As usual, you were right in pointing out that there was some good kayaking left in the month of October.
I made two short outings… I also have to rethink how I fish now because of the additional range I have in the W. For starters, I will be researching the techniques Rox mentioned in her most excellent recent outing as well as taking a look at Jeff McGovern’s fishing poles. Continue reading

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Sam Wire & Sons Kayak Fishing And Camping In Northern California

I’m finally getting around to sending you some pics of our latest expeditions. We’ve spent a couple weekends camping and fishing in the months of September and October. In Sept, we went to Lake Del Valle, just south of Livermore, … Continue reading

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Motor Mount For Kayak Electric Trolling Motor, By Gary Thorberg, Minnesota

Here is how Gary mounted an electric trolling motor on his W500 fishing kayak: Clamp-on motor mount – Quick and easy. Gary chose to make this motor mount from Oak wood.Electric trolling motor mounted on the W500 kayak. The motor is mounted on one side of the kayak, and the battery is placed at the bottom of the opposite hull. This balances the kayak without reducing its stability. Electric trolling motor setup – General view: With this propeller shaft length, Gary can troll both seated and standing up. Since the W500 kayak is totally symmetrical frond and end, Gary can troll with the motor either in the front, or in the back. Continue reading

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