Kayakfishing : The Revolution (Paperback)

by Ken Daubert (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review
"a must read for anyone wanting to enter the sport." -- BASSMASTER Magazine, April 2001

Product Description
The book is basicly an invitation to join the kayakfishing revolution and become a member of the kayakfishing community who fish anywhere from small ponds to open oceans from their kayaks. Citing the strategic, economical and convenience advantages of fishing by kayak-the most overlooked, effective, efficient, and convenient way to: fish with less hassle, fish more often, catch more fish, have more fun and save money doing it-the book makes a strong case for selling your big boat. Target readers are fishermen who have never fished by kayak before, kayakers who have never fished from their kayak before, and individuals who have never kayaked or fished but think that they might like to give it a try. The book also has plenty of tips and techniques of interest to experienced kayakfishermen as well because it draws on a wealth of information from top kayakfishing experts and pros from all over the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. It also profiles the learning experiences of new incoming kayakfishermen with various angling interests and degrees of experience who are just as enthusiastic about helping newcomers as they are about practicing their sport. Included is advice on how to: choose the right kayak for you, choose the right accessories, and customize a kayak, including the installation of live bait tanks, rodholders, depthfinders and more. The book also teaches kayakfishing skills and techniques such as kayak flyfishing, lure fishing, live bait fishing, including kayak fish stalking, fish fighting, fish handling, including kayakfishing safety. The book also has a special resource chapter that directs the reader to "kayakfishing friendly" paddle and tackle shops in their area. It also lists sellers of specialized kayakfishing accessories, kayak manufacturers, kayakfishing schools, instructors, guides, outfitters and Internet websites where where readers can get free advice and information. Also included are email addresses of experienced kayak anglers who are anxious to help and guide newcomers, and the kayakfishing bulletin board addresses where they hang out and converse on the Internet.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Coelacanth Pubns (July 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0967809827
• ISBN-13: 978-0967809823
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #299,983 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kayakfishing isn't easy..., March 7, 2002

By	Duff DeVaul (Williston, FL USA) - See all my reviews

...What I found though, is that fishing from a kayak is no easy task, especially when you have a spot that you need to fish over, and there is considerable current and wind. Juggling a pole and a paddle is tricky. But now that I have read this book I find myself saying "So that's what I needed to do!" over and over again. Everything makes sense now! My next trip will be much more effective armed with the knowledge and techniques that I have learned from reading this book. But Ken covers much more than techniques; there is information that I never would have considered before deciding which kayak is best suited to meet my needs, and I would've made a big mistake by purchasing the wrong kayak. He gets into customization and accessories also. Ken's knowledge is worth every penny that this book sells for, and much more. If you are just getting into kayakfishing or have been doing it for a while, you'll gain from reading this book!

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kayakfishing isn't easy..., March 7, 2002

By	Duff DeVaul (Williston, FL USA) - See all my reviews

I bought this book just a few days before I went on my first kayakishing adventure into the Gulf of Mexico. I didn't get a chance to read the book before I went on this 20 mile excursion to a place that I've been to a hundred times before in a not-always-so-trusty old outboard-powered skiff. The trip was a blast! I am officially converted - I now have my cuddy cabin for sale!

What I found though, is that fishing from a kayak is no easy task, especially when you have a spot that you need to fish over, and there is considerable current and wind. Juggling a pole and a paddle is tricky. But now that I have read this book I find myself saying "So that's what I needed to do!" over and over again. Everything makes sense now! My next trip will be much more effective armed with the knowledge and techniques that I have learned from reading this book. But Ken covers much more than techniques; there is information that I never would have considered before deciding which kayak is best suited to meet my needs, and I would've made a big mistake by purchasing the wrong kayak. He gets into customization and accessories also. Ken's knowledge is worth every penny that this book sells for, and much more. If you are just getting into kayakfishing or have been doing it for a while, you'll gain from reading this book!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kayak Fishing a must read, November 14, 2005

By	Jeff Witte (Lockhart, Texas USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I am new to the sport of Kayak Fishing. I found this book to be extremly imformative and a delight to read. With the wealth of information I gained from this book I feel confident in continuing my pursuit of Kayak Fishing. I know it will be a book that I will refer back to many times in the future. It is obvious Ken has a tremendous amount of enthusiasm, knowledge and experience for the sport and is willing to share it with the readers. I am anxiously awaiting his DVD's on Bass Fishing and fishing the flats. Keep up the good work.