Fisherman stands up in his W500 Kayak and finds his way in flooded grass flats

Updated February 6, 2025

6’3″ Jeff McGovern shot this video from his W500 Fishing Kayak in 2012, and it is as relevant today as it was back then: A kayak (or small boat) that doesn’t allow you to stand up at will may not be considered as a true fishing kayak (or boat).

You’ve got to appreciate the beautiful panoramic shots of miles of featureless flooded grass flats, as well as Jeff’s wise advice:

Says Jeff –
Here is one of the many seatrout from yesterday. Right after the video just about the time I was getting close to the open area outside the creek the sky got dark. Wind, rain, it was fun and thank goodness I was in the Wavewalk 500. Made it much more comfortable not having to sit in a puddle.
Most of the fish came when things got nasty, since it was a long paddle back against the wind I figured I’m already wet so I might as well fish. Very glad there was no lightening and thunder. We are the lightening strike capital of the world around here and I hate to be part of the record when I’m out on the water.
Of course when the weather started to improve the W500 is great for a quick trip back to the fish camp.

Take Care, Jeff