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Craftsmen's Corner / installing a fishfinder tips needed

« on: May 23, 2023, 12:51:13 PM »

Hi guys. I'm trying to figure out the best way to install a fish finder on an adventure island. I currently have it set up so the transducer is glued to the inside of the hull, and the chords come out the hatch to the unit. The obvious problem, I cant close the hatch very well with the chords coming out. My plan is to drill a hole and run the power and transducer chords through the boat, and install the fish finder on a removable bracket, so I can toss it in the boat or remove it if need be. The problem here, is that I will still have the permanently installed wires coming out of my boat, which I fear will get corroded as they have in the past. The wires have plugs with multiple prongs, and I want to find a way to keep them from getting corroded again. I have used dialectic grease, which helps a bit. Any suggestions on how you all install your fishfinders? Thanks. I have a Lowrance Mark 4. I think it might require drilling 2 one inch holes that will need wire caps of some sort. Thanks for any suggestions!!

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Kayak Fly Fishing / Re: anyone fly fished the Sac River around Redding?

« on: June 28, 2017, 10:00:52 PM »

Quote from: Codzilla on June 14, 2017, 04:48:30 PM

That section of the river is closed. That being said there are a lot of great fishing spots on the river. Before Kayak fishing i was almost a purest fly fisherman. Dry fly only for most of my life, then nymph fishing with indicators. spots to put in and take out are really about how long do you want to be on the water. Kutras park has a small kind of boat launch, and is a great starting point. from there you can take out at the Bonneville bridge, has nice boat ramp, or start from there. the next good spot to take out would be Anderson river park. I am sure one of us could meet you at your take out spot and take you back to your truck with enough notice. As far as what flies, i always like caddis flies dry and pupa, seems like the trout here will eat them any time of year, but it has been some time since i have fly fished, to busy kayak fishing for other things. The Fly Shop is our local shop and is world wide, they have a great staff that will point you in the right direction of what to use. the number is 530-222-3555
Hope that helps,
Jeff

Thanks Jeff for the good intel! Gabe

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Kayak Fly Fishing / anyone fly fished the Sac River around Redding?

« on: June 13, 2017, 09:45:42 PM »

I'm thinking of kayak/fly fishing the area maybe Friday. I heard something about Sun Dial bridge. Anybody know of good put in's and take out's?

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Kayak Fly Fishing / Re: my new fly rod just arrived

« on: June 13, 2017, 09:39:12 PM »

looks like a sweet rod!

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Fishing Tournaments and Events / Re: Mooch Memorial Crab & Chill - Saturday Nov 5th, 2016

« on: November 01, 2016, 06:40:23 AM »

I hate to bring more attention to this, but waves are forecasted to be as large as 27 feet into late Friday night. Check out the news from SF Gate. Sounds like a surf launch would be mayhem.

http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Waves-up-to-27-feet-expected-to-bring-sneaker-10425933.php

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Kayak Fly Fishing / Re: Fly angler wins Rollins Lake Round-up FreshKAT tournament

« on: May 10, 2015, 11:34:44 AM »

Quote from: ScottV on April 21, 2015, 08:01:21 AM

Thanks everyone, I'll post pics tonight of the fish and the fly. The fly is so simple, it is only 2 materials. It is my go to fly 99% of the time no matter what I am fishing for.

I'm still eagerly awaiting the recipe and pic of that fly! Hope to fly fish with you one these days. Gabekap

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Kayak Fly Fishing / Re: Kayak fly fish Yuba or lower Sac?

« on: April 02, 2015, 09:41:47 PM »

I would love to float the Yuba in a kayak or lower Sac (or American) for a day of fly fishing. Never done any of them and would love company. Anybody interested? Weekdays work as well as weekends.

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Kayak Sailing / Re: How Many Islanders are on NCKA?

« on: April 26, 2014, 10:17:37 PM »

Please put me on the list! My boat was just purchased, will be delivered Monday. Can't wait to join the fleet and go on a salmon quest. (after I learn to sail it)

Thanks! Gabekap

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Hookups and Fishing Reports (Viewable by Public) / Re: Stripers on the Delta/Franks Tract (?) 4/3

« on: April 02, 2013, 07:51:19 AM »

Great. I'll meet you there. I haven't fished for LMB before. What do you use?

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Hookups and Fishing Reports (Viewable by Public) / Stripers on the Delta/Franks Tract (?) 4/3

« on: April 01, 2013, 03:40:20 PM »

I have Wednesday marked as yak/fish day. Thinking of chasing stripers at Franks Tract but I'm open to suggestions. My local flyshop says the bite is good. Anyone else free? I'm leaving from Berkeley. Gabekap

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Hookups and Fishing Reports (Viewable by Public) / Re: Santa Cruz 9/29- WSB Hunt- Whose going with me?!

« on: September 29, 2012, 03:43:41 PM »

I plan to make it out. Not sure where to go though. Head to the mile buoy and then....
Also, are you guys fishing the bottom with squid? I never fished for bass before, but I'm guessing a mooching type rig might work? Thanks. Gabe

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Hookups and Fishing Reports (Viewable by Public) / Re: salmon Sunday 9/30? Muir? Santa Cruz? Tomales?

« on: September 29, 2012, 03:38:01 PM »

Scratch that, I'm headed to Santa Cruz for Sea Bass.

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Hookups and Fishing Reports (Viewable by Public) / salmon Sunday 9/30? Muir? Santa Cruz? Tomales?

« on: September 28, 2012, 10:29:10 PM »

Anybody want to hook up this Sunday? I am flexible, leaving from Berkeley. Gabe

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Hookups and Fishing Reports (Viewable by Public) / Re: 5/28 - Santa Cruz Big Butt Hookup - 6:30

« on: May 22, 2012, 10:37:09 PM »

I plan to be there.

What's the preferred method for fishing halibut? swim baits? squid?

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Hookups and Fishing Reports (Viewable by Public) / Santa Cruz 5/21

« on: May 20, 2012, 09:52:20 PM »

Last minute idea to fish for buts and lings Monday morning in Santa Cruz. Any takers? Monday looks like the last day for a while as a front is moving in....

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