DIY Kayak Paddle Holder – Front‑Deck Bungee System That Still Lets You Open the Hatch

October 10, 2026

Build a clean, reliable kayak paddle holder on the front deck of your kayak — without losing access to your front hatch. In this video, I show the exact bungee layout, mounting points, and tensioning method that lets you slide your paddle securely under the cords while still opening the hatch to access gear. This simple, inexpensive upgrade makes fishing, filming, and on‑water rigging much easier. If you want a front‑deck paddle stow that actually works and doesn’t get in the way, this setup is the one to copy.

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Steve Moore

In 2015, Steve created the Kayak Hacks Fishing YouTube channel, which focused on gear hacks, fly, spin, and ebike fishing tips. Steve was a regular columnist for Southern Trout Magazine, where he wrote the "New Fly Guy" column to provide fly anglers with tips, techniques, and other advice between 2012 and 2019. He also wrote the "Kayak Hacks" column for Southern Kayak Fishing magazine from 2015 to 2018, where he served as the Field Editor. Beyond the magazines, he has written six books on fishing.