queensland Once you go yak, you never go back.

[ryanyoung]

G'day all,

Finally managed to pick up my yak this afternoon, and decided to take advantage of the fantastic weather. So a quick stop-off at BCF for some vibes and a short-handled landing net, and a short drive later, I was pushing the Viking Espri into the fresh for it's maiden voyage.

I managed one bass in a short time, caught on a sx48, followed by a successful release, before I headed back to the shore to take the girls for a paddle...... I reckon they were just as stoked as I was with the new toy!!!

Shortly after, I managed my second, this one caught on a R2S 50mm Tungsten Vibe. It was soon time to pack up, the yak having been christened, and myself with a huge smile on my face that I still haven't gotten rid of lol!!!

Got some snaps, however am having trouble uploading through my iPhone.

Cheers, and thanks for reading.

Ryan.

[Keen-as-fisho]

Good stuff Ryan :woohoo: Welcome to the darkside :evil:

[James W]

awesome ryan! now we can go chase some cod in some new waters!

[tacklebox]

Nice! Name it quickly or someone here will name it for you

[kreel]

Welcome to the Tupperware navy mate... hang on isn't that the wrong branch of the services for you?

A VIKING Espi eh... I vote "Hagar" for its name.

[Jords]

you happy with the espri?

I'm currently trying to decide between that and another yak so would be interested to know what you think of it

[ryanyoung]

Welcome to the Tupperware navy mate... hang on isn't that the wrong branch of the services for you?

A VIKING Espi eh... I vote "Hagar" for its name.

LMAO!!! Hagar, I like the sound of that. I had no idea fishing could get MORE relaxing.....Solid gold!!! Oh, and there is generally less swimming involved for snagged lures :-)

[Rocket75]

welcome to the crew

when are we going fishing mate? you can put me onto some of those bass!

rod

[ryanyoung]

you happy with the espri?

I'm currently trying to decide between that and another yak so would be interested to know what you think of it

It seems pretty good mate, although I haven't the experience to compare it to others.

[tacklebox]

you happy with the espri?

I'm currently trying to decide between that and another yak so would be interested to know what you think of it

mate, have a look at your original thread. get the espri.

[Dinodadog]

Watch out bass now

[tugger]

congrats on the new toy ryan it should serve you well those bass are in trouble now

[AngryBundyBear]

Nice one mate jeez you got her in quick!!

[Angus]

Hagar it is!

Nice one mate.

Where did you test her out?

I might have to borrow Henry;s and head out with you soon

Angus

[dassa]

Good to see you blooded it pretty quickly mate well done and if your keen come on out to maroon tomorrow for a crack with the big boys

[eg_vtec]

well done mate. wished i had a yak .

[Eug]

look out bass and yellas!

[ryanyoung]

Now that I know where my paddle transits, the next step is to fix a snap-on rod holder, and mount the sounder. I have a garmin 300c which should fit nicely on the front hatch cover, and the bostik clear seal is all ready to go!!! Is there anyone else out there who has different ideas and locations for mounting said extras? Also, is an anchor a worthwhile investment?

Cheers,

Ryan.

[Jords]

in photos of yaks ive seen whilst looking for ideas for mine, i've seen a few who have used dumbbells attached to cord on a hand reel, sounds like a cheap alternative to me...

[tacklebox]

Now that I know where my paddle transits, the next step is to fix a snap-on rod holder, and mount the sounder. I have a garmin 300c which should fit nicely on the front hatch cover, and the bostik clear seal is all ready to go!!! Is there anyone else out there who has different ideas and locations for mounting said extras? Also, is an anchor a worthwhile investment?

That seems to be what all the cool kids do.

Loads of examples on AKFF here

A couple of flush holders behind you would be handy if you haven't got those already.

As for an anchor, it depends where and how you plan to fish. We very rarely use our anchors, preferring to drift or troll.

[Biggles]

Well done fella, another lamb to the slaughter :silly:

Al