Kayak Rodeo...

Last weekend, I fished in 3 states (CT, RI and NY). I left from Barn Island launch around 7am after checking in for the Rodeo. We headed towards Napatree. I caught a 26 inch bass right off the bat near Napatree. The weather and conditions were perfect. But, there were no fish. We ended going to Fishers Island from Napatree. It was a tough ride to it. We went with the tide and then the waves kicked up big time. I just relaxed and made my way through them. There wasn't much action at Fishers Island. I was somewhat disappointed. I did catch a few scup but no bass. We needed up going back to Napatree and Sandy Point. I caught a few more bass but no keepers. We grabbed a bite to eat and went out again. We went to Avery Point. There were lots a bass. My buddy ended up catching a 37 inch one. It was a fun and a very long day. I ended up going about 50 miles in 12 hours of fishing.

Some pics:

http://www.ultimatekayakfishin...-Rodeo-gallery-cat17.html

Stringers

I had a great day fishing. I caught a 39/40 inch striper. Loads of schoolies too. When I put the big guy on the stringer, 5 mins later he was gone. I learned a leason. The chain stringer will get poped open by big fish. I heard him banging against the kayak. I then turned around and his was gone. I must come up with a stringer for big fish. Any ideas.

First day in the Ocean....

My adventure started off launching in pea soup. I could hardly see 5 feet. And to top if off, my VHF radio started to give me problems. It got stuck in a lock mode and didn't work. Good thing I saw a fellow kayak fisherman. I tagged with him. About 10 mins into it, I landed a just small keeper. It was very close. 1/4 of inch shy. All in all, it was a great day.

Mirage pedals...

Today, I put a 2 ounce weight on each pedal. It will help keep the pedal down when pedaling. It was bugging me everytime I pedaled. I hope it works.