I enjoy fishing and I was gifted a Mojo Angler Fishing Kayak. From what I've gathered this brand was bought by Lifetime some time ago.
My idea would be to use it in the Coastal Wetlands and creeks in my area North Florida.
It seems to be in good condition. Just regular scratches on the bottom. No Punctures. Came with what I think is a fiberglass paddle.
I took it to the pool and it seems to be fine. I did notice a lot of water inside the hatch after I took it out. I think the hatch seal is leaking.
I already ordered carry straps to fix the broken ones and bought my self a Paddling PFD.
Is there a way to replace this seat? Or should I just get one of those clip on ones from Amazon?
Also any advice and tips are welcome. I've never fished out of a Kayak before and the YouTube hole seems deep.
Posted by Awinrarisu
4 Comments
You need to start slow and figure out how complex you want to go. Grab a comfortable life jacket. I use an inflatable because I am a strong swimmer and in 10 years I have never been close to capsizing. Buy a foam pad for your butt. Take 2 fishing poles, 1 Plano tackle box and some drinking water on your first outing. Don’t forget code 50. Enjoy your day and make a mental note of “I wish I had brought” ideas. Enjoy, and welcome to the best hobby ever.
Comfortable seat makes the difference between a afternoon or a whole day of fishing
Make sure you are going to like this kayak. They all are different. So like the other comments said get it out in the water to see if you like it. They sale square lifesavers that double as a seat I use in my inflatable kayak. Other than that, life vest and beer is the correct answer here
I would start with a pressure washer. Then replacing parts, but I am not sure why you are talking about changing the seat as it looks fine. Those ones never had a bottom.
As for where to start it’s not with fishing it’s with kayaking. Get a good and comfortable PFD and wear it. Then go to some chest deep water and roll it, flip it, and get back in. Do that over and over until you are comfortable with it. Sometimes a loop of rope can make a handy step. Then you paddle that thing a whole bunch. Get to know it’s feel, limits, tracking etc. You want your paddling, balance, and recovery skills on point before you start tossing hooks out of it and dragging fish in. Start basic with a rod (Not an expensive one as you may flip) a box of lures, and a net that way should you flip you are not out much if none of it is recoverable.
Have fun!