Add Fishing Rod Storage to Your Milk Crate Fishing Rod Holder
Turn your milk crate fishing rod holder for your kayak into a fishing rod storage box
kayak hacks and mods
Kayak Trolling Motor PWM Review
I take a look at a PWM speed controller I bought off Amazon that was designed and setup as a control for a trolling motor.
How to improve Kayak Trolling Motor Speed
If you want to know how to go fast in a kayak, it all comes down to science.
Easy PVC Kayak Hacks – Oscillating Tool Blades Review
I use my oscillating multi-tool all the time – not only for the kayak hacks I show on this channel but also for various projects around the house.
Avoid Concrete Boat Ramp Damage with the VEVOR Kayak Trailer Dolly
Don’t destroy your valuable kayak on concrete boat launches!
Rigging a Fishing Kayak: Updated Best Hack Ever!
Kayak rigging for fishing is fun when the kayak hack is quick, simple and very useable
YakHacker – Heavy Duty Kayak Cart Review and Test
The YakHacker heavy duty kayak cart is sturdy, has wide wheels, and begged me to test it in mud!
Portable Kayak Cart – Vevor Kayak Cart Review
The Vevor heavy duty kayak cart not only pushes the entry price into a very inexpensive range, but this model is a portable kayak cart that can be totally disassembled to store in a milk crate or inside your fishing kayak.
PacMotor Review – On the Water!
The PacMotor kayak trolling motor is a unique dual motor upgrade to a traditional trolling motor.
Kayaking For Seniors – Best Motor – Episode 6
This episode of kayaking for seniors addresses kayak motor pros and cons.
Easy DIY Kayak Lumbar Seat Support Tutorial
I discuss an easy DIY kayak lumbar support idea to improve your kayak experience.
Worst DIY Kayak Mods – The Most Dangerous DIY Mod!
There are hundreds of great DIY kayak mods and kayak hacks. But this one you see all over YouTube is a leading candidate for the worst DIY kayak mods.
Rigging a Fishing Kayak: An Unusual Pro Tip!
Kayak rigging for fishing is fun when the kayak hack is quick, simple and very useable! Here is one of my best setup tips – no secrets on my ideas! You will not understand how you could kayak fish without this special purpose DIY rod holder. Among my best mods – cheap and suitable for …
Inventor Interview – the Unique Bicycle Kayak Tow Bar
I interview the inventor of the bicycle kayak tow bar
Best Way To Keep Fish Fresh on Kayak
If you are going to harvest a fish while kayak fishing, this is the best way to keep fish fresh on kayak. While I never would keep any freshwater fish, I do harvest one redfish periodically. Rather than keep the fish on a stringer, I harvest the fish by bleeding them out and then follow …
IMPROVED! Kayak Outdoor Storage Rack
I show my improved kayak storage rack DIY solution. If you have a heavy kayak you need to add this improvement to your DIY kayak storage rack – especially if you do kayak storage outside with little room to maneuver. Affiliate link to kayak cover: https://amzn.to/3w3KAkl https://youtu.be/kB7Lf9JB7Gg
How To Stay Cool While Fishing – Cooling Head Fan Test
As summer rages, how to stay cool while kayak fishing becomes really important. I picked up a cheap head cooling fan at Walmart and did a test to see if I should include it in my hot weather fishing gear. I was surprised at its ability to address the issue of how to stay cool …
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Rainproof Cover for Kayak DIY Mod – NO SCUM SPOTS!
Any rainproof cover for kayak will have an issue if there are low spots that hold water when you put your kayak in storage outside.
Kayak Outdoor Storage Ideas – 2 Considerations
Here are some considerations around storing your kayak outside.
Kayak Scupper Plugs – Make or Buy?
Should you make or buy kayak scupper plugs? DIY is always fun, but sometimes it is not worth it.
Fishing Kayak Setup – Step 14b – Foam Golf Ball Scupper Plugs
I show the ultra cheap way to make DIY scupper plugs using a foam golf balls.
Fishing Kayak Setup – Step 14a – DIY Kayak Scupper Plugs
Need dry kayak gear storage as part of your fishing kayak setup? Make DIY kayak scupper plugs
Fishing Kayak Setup – Step 13 – Dripless Kayak Paddle
A key part of comfort while kayaking is staying dry! Here is a hack to create a dripless paddle for pennies.
Fishing Kayak Setup – Step 11 – Kayak Safety Equipment – Self Rescue
Look at how the stand up assist strap can be used for fishing kayak self rescue as well as a kayak rescue ladder.
Fishing Kayak Setup – Step 10 – DIY PVC Rod Holder vs Store Bought
The next step in fishing kayak setup is to create fishing kayak rod holders.
Fishing Kayak Setup – Step 9 – DIY Kayak Gear Track
Don’t buy expensive Yakattack gear track as part of your budget fishing kayak setup. DIY kayak gear track works great and costs much less. You need kayak gear track to install kayak gear track accessories like rod holders or anything using the Scotty gear track mount. This video shows the DIY kayak track install – …
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Two Blade vs 3 Blade Trolling Motor Prop
Your kayak trolling motor came with a 2 blade prop. Is it worth paying the money to upgrade to a 3 blade propeller?
Kayak Paddle – DIY Kayak Paddle Clips for Kayaks (5)
Regardless of whether you are moving or stationary, you need a place to store your kayak paddle sections, so make this quick DIY kayak paddle holder out of PVC without having to melt anything to get the kayak paddle to fit. It uses PVC pipe to facilitate kayak paddle storage when you are not using …
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Kayak Paddle – DIY Kayak Paddle Clips for Kayaks (4)
Regardless of whether you are moving or stationary, you need a place to store your kayak paddle sections. In this version of a paddle holder, I look at using nylon conduit holders. It ended up being a pretty easy way to go, but I have reservations about this really providing a lasting solution. This version …
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Kayak Camping with the EcoFlow RIVER Pro Power Station
We all want to escape from crowds. In a kayak, that means putting in a lot of effort paddling or pedaling. So, that’s where a trolling motor comes in. You can use a trolling motor to extend your reach into unpressured water. The challenge is what do you do when you get there? Your trolling …
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Spring Kayak Fishing – Do a Shakedown Cruise!
We are all anxious to get out fishing again when the weather warms up! But, it is wise to just put the kayak in the water and paddle or pedal for an hour or two. Use the trip to confirm everything is in working order, your gear is tuned up, and, most importantly, you start …
Kayak Paddle – DIY Kayak Paddle Clips for Kayaks
What to do with your kayak paddle sections is always a challenge. You can buy two paddle clips for around $26 or you can make this hack for under $5. It relies on using conduit holders you can get from your local hardware store along with a Dollar Store cutting board. Check out the video …
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DIY Weedless Hooks – How to Make a Weedless Hook using EVA Craft Foam
Nothing like a DIY weedless hook to keep the frustration level down when fishing. In this video, I’m making DIY weedless fishing hooks and jigheads. I show how to make a weedless hook using 2mm thick EVA foam. The same DIY weedless approach can be used for how to make a weedless jighead as well …
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Kayak Maintenance – Pre-Season Kayak Care for Spring!
After a long winter, we are all anxious to get back out on the water! But, don’t rush! Take the time to inspect your kayak and do the final tune ups required to set you up for a hard season of fishing. First, be sure you actually finished all the winter maintenance tasks I discussed …
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