Thanks for the input.  Will take the kayak and see if the wx and water will cooperate!!!

Anyone ever use JB Weld to install transducer to inside of hull?  I know everyone talks about Goop and epoxy but I was wondering about JB Weld it dries hard and doesnt seem to get the air bubbles in it.  I dont know how hot it gets when it cures??

With the weight thing being said the weight capacity of the T-13 is 475lbs.  I weight about 270 and dont have any problems with my T-13 handling.  It is a very stable boat and love the deck lay out on it plenty of room for everything.  Just my two cents worth. 

Hey Clayman are you local to the Almanor area?  I  live two blocks from the lake in Hamilton Branch.  Was on the lake last weekend seems like the rainbows are a little late this year maybe becasue  of the warmer than average temps?  Also have not seen the pond smelt in abundance?  Let me know if you are going out anytime soon.  Just got back from Basspro with my new FF and am trying to get it installed but would  be willling to take the morning sometime and get on the water.

Thank you for the information.  Like I said I just want to be ready and dont want to wait until I get up there to find out I missed something important.  I have been to Shelter Cove before and if I remember right the West Marine and kayak supply store there closes early (haha).

Thanks Again
SB67

Originally put this question in the GS6 thread.  Realized I probably should have put it in here.  Anyway I would like to know what the mandatory safety equipment (And non safety) is for the tournaments.  I am getting  my gear together (purchased) and would like to be ready for GS6 but tax season is upon us and don't think I will be able to get the frills just what I will need to get started.   I already have the kayak, fishing gear and wetsuit.  What about fishfinder, GPS or is compass alright to begin with, radio??  Any information would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks!!!!!

Just booked a room at Shelter Cove (bringing wife and kids we all love the ocean).  I am new to this whole thing and am curious about how the teams are set up?  I have ocean fishing and ab diving experience but have never done any from a kayak.  I am really looking forward to it and think it will be a great way to start out by having everyone around with all the experience and  knowledge.  I am still getting my OK T-13 set up and will have it ready by May.  Any tips or pointers before would be greatly appreciated.