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Topic: Newbie update  (Read 2286 times)

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nanookwa

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  • Location: Tacoma, WA
  • Date Registered: Apr 2013
  • Posts: 4
Newbie update:  I’ve been getting the hang of things and my confidence level has improved considerably.  Trolling took a while to master (depth, speed, and gear) but I’ve got it now, at least for small fish.  Nearly every time I go out on American Lake I catch fish (trout).  I’ve attached a rod holder to the Trax system and it works wonderful. Not sure on the next modification, maybe electronics, thoughts?  I did dump it in some rough water but it was my fault.  I think I over corrected when the kayak was rocking in 2ft+ windy chop; PFD works well though..  Lesson Learned. I am glad I took it slow learning on a lake before the ocean.

Thanks to all who contribute to this site and special thanks to nangusdog for tips on trolling. 

Mike


redfish85

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  • Location: Seattle, wa
  • Date Registered: Jun 2007
  • Posts: 234
yeah dumpin the yak is a sobering thing isn't it... I dumped mine on lake meridian when I over thought my skill level and tried something silly... I second the appreciation of all who help us noobs out on here its been a really big help in getting started quicker and taking some duration out of the dreaded learning curve for sure