I know this is a SUPER old thread, but I might as well ask here anyways - what type of rod do you guys like using to throw topwater frogs from a kayak?  Most of the information I've been seeing/reading lately is either for shore fishing or from a bass boat where you're higher off the water.

The recommendations I'm seeing suggest a 7' to 7'6" MH rod with a fast tip.  They cautioned getting anything longer than that because the tip would hit the water while fishing.  Would the same rod specs still apply for a kayak?

Have you found it to be heavy enough to take care of fish in the first bonk or two?  I was thinking to weight one if I make it so I get an extra good thud - I'm hoping for some big 'buts in the near future 

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Nice work!




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Thanks. I was pretty happy with the end result.

I like this style, but I'd need to buy a few more toys if I had extra space 

Ha! I try not to bring TOO many toys, but I do like having my whacker, cut-n-gut knife, water bottle, and scents handy.

Basically I use it to store things a I need to access frequently. It's best to keep your hatches closed if you can, especially off shore in rough water.



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Good point!  What do you use for a whacker?  I'm going to make myself a custom gaff, so I was thinking to make a handle on a lathe and then weight it so I can use it as a bonker as well...not too sure if a separate whacker would be better so I don't need to worry about swinging a hooked whacker at an angry fish...

Do you guys often use those multi-rod holders for trolling or exclusively rod storage while pedaling around?

If I had to guess, she is smarter and better looking too! 

What would you guys consider the optimal length/hook size (in inches) for a gaff?  I have decided to make my own custom version so I'm trying to decide what dimensions would be best...I'm thinking at LEAST 22" for the handle/shaft so I can add measurements for fish.

It does not come with a charger.  I bought this charger from BPS as well - small and works well!

Also - the Hook 4 wires don't have connectors on the end so I bought a pack from Harbor Freight and they work like a charm - easy to slip on/off the battery terminals, but snug enough to not come off while fishing.

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https://www.harborfreight.com/8-in-four-way-wire-crimperstripper-tool-63307.html

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