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Well, took the kayak out for the maiden voyage at Shearon Harris on Saturday, I put in at Hollerman's. As expected the boat ramp was way too busy so I put in at the kayak launch on the opposite side which I found through the information on this board so thank you very much.
Lessons learned:
1. Getting wet in a kayak is a given - mostly from the paddling dribble but essentially the ride was mostly dry.
2. Make sure to check the wind direction and speed - I spent the last 45 minutes paddling against a 10 - 15 mile/hr wind paddling back from the bridge on Hollerman Rd. I was dead *** tired when I got back. Not to mention I had to lift my kayak to put it up on the roof.
3. Learned how to pee from a kayak - I initially wondered but common sense prevailed. I just made a pit stop and it was a good opportunity to stretch the legs.
4. Fishing and paddling to keep the kayak in a certain location is a skill - I guess will come, the more I go out.
5. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure - glad I had my first aid kit as I had to patch up a cut that was self inflicted. My switch knife opened up and when I reach to figure out what it was, I sliced the fat part of my thumb. Thank goodness I brought a first aid kit.
I learned more but I think those were the important ones.
Now for those that fish Harris, which ramp is better Crosspointe or Hollerman's to target bass? On Saturday I just fished up the on the right side up pass the bridge but found no fish. Could you guys provide general locations from both ramps to find where bass generally congregate? I don't want your honey hole just an area where I can focus my efforts so I don't spend the whole time paddling all over the lake. I appreciate the help and I wouldn't mind tagging along with anyone who goes out. I'm gonna try again tomorrow, probably from Hollerman's again and on Thursday will give Crosspointe a go. Wish me luck, looking to slime the yak soon!
John
Lessons learned:
1. Getting wet in a kayak is a given - mostly from the paddling dribble but essentially the ride was mostly dry.
2. Make sure to check the wind direction and speed - I spent the last 45 minutes paddling against a 10 - 15 mile/hr wind paddling back from the bridge on Hollerman Rd. I was dead *** tired when I got back. Not to mention I had to lift my kayak to put it up on the roof.
3. Learned how to pee from a kayak - I initially wondered but common sense prevailed. I just made a pit stop and it was a good opportunity to stretch the legs.
4. Fishing and paddling to keep the kayak in a certain location is a skill - I guess will come, the more I go out.
5. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure - glad I had my first aid kit as I had to patch up a cut that was self inflicted. My switch knife opened up and when I reach to figure out what it was, I sliced the fat part of my thumb. Thank goodness I brought a first aid kit.
I learned more but I think those were the important ones.
Now for those that fish Harris, which ramp is better Crosspointe or Hollerman's to target bass? On Saturday I just fished up the on the right side up pass the bridge but found no fish. Could you guys provide general locations from both ramps to find where bass generally congregate? I don't want your honey hole just an area where I can focus my efforts so I don't spend the whole time paddling all over the lake. I appreciate the help and I wouldn't mind tagging along with anyone who goes out. I'm gonna try again tomorrow, probably from Hollerman's again and on Thursday will give Crosspointe a go. Wish me luck, looking to slime the yak soon!
John