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Re-entering a Sit-on-top Kayak
Video Type: Tips of the Week
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Getting back onto a sit-on-top kayak is an important skill to learn if you plan on paddling further from shore than you can comfortably swim. Here's how to do it.
Length: 2 minutes 12 seconds

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Bill Dance demonstrates how to fix casting reel backlashes using the thumb trick.

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Rod holders can be easily added to any sit-on-top kayak, and so in this kayak fishing tales episode, pro kayak angler Jim Sammons explains how to iquickly and simply install a rod holder on any sit on top kayak.

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Howard McKim demonstrates how to catch shrimp from a kayak.

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Re-entering a Sit-on-top Kayak

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Getting back onto a sit-on-top kayak is an important skill to learn if you plan on paddling further from shore than you can comfortably swim. Here's how to do it.

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In the unfortunate case that you, or someone you're with, ends up hooking themselves, this is a piece of gear that you'll be happy to have on you.

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World Champion whitewater kayaker and obsessed kayak angler, Ken Whiting, explains how to make a successful kayak launch in a surf zone.

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Kayak Kevin demonstrates a simple trick he's learned to get sunscreen where it should be, while at the same time keeping it away from where it shouldn't be; on your fingers.

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In this episode, FFF certified fly casting instructor and kayak fishing guide Greg Bowdish (www.kayak-fish-florida.com) offers some valuable casting tips for fly fishing from a kayak.

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Trolling live bait is one of the most effective methods for getting on fish from a kayak, and in this episode, Jim Sammons provides valuable tips on how to make fishing with live bait the most productive.

Kayak Crate - Kayak Fishing

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Kayak Kevin came up with a great technique to raise his kayak crate off the tank well floor to keep his gear dryer.

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There are a number of reasons to use a baitcaster over conventional spinning reels. In this two part miniseries, Jim Sammons explains why he considers the baitcaster a superior reel, how to get the most from it, and how to avoid the dreaded backlash.

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Ken Whiting explains how to use a draw stroke to maneuver your kayak more efficiently.



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