How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (pearow) — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 15:23:24 GMT

I agree with you bass yakker. I think this discussion started about maximum distance from a canoe or kayak, but i think when you are trying to make 60 foot casts you are spooking fish either by lining them or by the extra umph you have to do to get that distance. Generally, I rarely make casts more than 40 feet, and most are closer. A yak is a stealth vehicle; you can get right on fish and not disturb them unless you just make waves or racket; and then only in skinney water. Of course some...

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (BassYakker) — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 14:40:20 GMT

spinzo wrote:
With a 7'6" rod and a 7' leader, I can usually muster a cast of about 14.5'.

Mike

From Wikisandbaggeropedia.com; Translation: I can cast a Clouser 100ft, into a gale, from lying on my back, up hill...

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (BassYakker) — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 14:36:46 GMT

I have experimented with different lines with my fiberglass rod and the kayak and I can't match the distance I can get from more faster action graphite rods. When I take my fiberglass rods on the yak, I get closer to my targets and don't worry too much about distance. I recently went out in my yak with my wonderod and a heavily weighted black Whistler and just fished structure from realitively close range (30ft) with good results (read "it was a blast").

I...

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (Cornmuse) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:17:56 GMT

I have been fishing with a Fenwick glass 8 1/2 foot rod with 8 wt line... it loads great and able to cast okay, but was curious about the overlining concept for more distance with it from a sitting postition

I'll bet that overlining helps you be more accurate and eliminates false casts on those ubiquitous 30 and 40 foot casts, but I douby you'll gain much in distance. The rod and line you have are capable of casting to the backing - but the big...

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (Wee Hooker) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:58:47 GMT

IMHO. there is rarely a need to cast more than 50-60' from a boat in WW flyfishing. Most of my fish are taken inside of 30-40.That said, 50' is fairly standard /effortless out of most craft. ( I fish 8.5-9.5' graphite rods for almost everything.) Maybe slightly less distance/more effort out of a yak and more disatance in a jon/skiff where I can stand. While I havn't fished your ponds/circumstances, I'm betting there are ways to get those fish to hit shallower. SH's...

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (flflyfishing) — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 18:53:45 GMT

"With a 7'6" rod and a 7' leader, I can usually muster a cast of about 14.5'.

Mike"

Mike - you need a longer rod!

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (spinzo) — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 16:46:35 GMT

With a 7'6" rod and a 7' leader, I can usually muster a cast of about 14.5'.

Mike

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (gillbuster) — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 06:59:55 GMT

Joe,
I have been fishing with a Fenwick glass 8 1/2 foot rod with 8 wt line... it loads great and able to cast okay, but was curious about the overlining concept for more distance with it from a sitting postition

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (flflyfishing) — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 13:33:47 GMT

Warren,
It looks like you've received some excellent tips. I appreciate the fact that you asked the question because the replies have been very enlightening.

I fish both fresh water (large mouth/pan fish) and salt water (snook,reds, and trout) in a Native Watercraft Ultimate 12. The advantage of using a kayak is of course stealth. I have drifted over big reds who didn't move until the shadow of the kayak landed on them.

Casting 50' is about as much as I...

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (BassYakker) — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:41:43 GMT

gillbuster wrote:

Bassyakker,
1. Wife and I borrowed kayaks this weekend and gave themt a try. I was in a "Ocean Big Game Kayak", sit on top and 34 " wide. I was surprised at the comfort and stability it had, handled windy weather quit well. My biggest surprise was that I could go in skinny water 4-5" and paddle through lilly pads/milfoil with ease. This is a definite stealthy buggin vehicle. I...

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (Cornmuse) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:57:54 GMT

How many folks over line their fly rods to get a extra distance? That would be my question of fly casting for distance and fishing out of a Kayak... I always went with the recommended line weight but my fly casting is so poor maybe over lining might help me get some distance

First off, welcome to the...

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (pearow) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:54:27 GMT

bluegilbob has some nice tips; In my yak I have to really punch it to get 60 feet; then my accuracy is not good; 50 feet is about my max, but 40 is probably more realistic. We have the same conditions this time of year and bluegillbob hit it on the head; if the fish can see you, they can see you cast. I fish early and late; overcast skies; when the sun is full i fish the drop-offs with sinking/sink tips and even then its tuff-p-

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (gillbuster) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:50:46 GMT

Bassyakker,
1. Wife and I borrowed kayaks this weekend and gave themt a try. I was in a "Ocean Big Game Kayak", sit on top and 34 " wide. I was surprised at the comfort and stability it had, handled windy weather quit well. My biggest surprise was that I could go in skinny water 4-5" and paddle through lilly pads/milfoil with ease. This is a definite stealthy buggin vehicle. I am seriously considering getting one, next week I am going to borrow it again and try to...

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (BassYakker) — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 15:58:36 GMT

Hey Warren,

My favorite rod for the kayak is a fast action 8wt with a 10wt line. I took me a while of experimentation to come to this combination, but I can cast it 60+. For lighter rods, I can cast fast sinking tip lines the furthest. I once read where someone stated that you have no casting strength from a kayak because of your leg position, that even in a seated (chair) position (like a seat in a boat or canoe), you have more "core muscles" available to aid in...

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (bluegillbob) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 11:13:05 GMT

Hi Warren!

Welcome to the forum. I know a pond that is gin clear...I cast far to get to the bigger bass (when I fish during the day).

When flyfishing from a canoe, I'll sneak in...25-30 ft casts. If the fish are spooky, I'll do a few things : 1) cast 50-60ft. 2) fish overcast days, 3) Fish at night, 4) Fish late in the afternoon (close to nightfall).

Don't forget to use a lighter wt. line for spooky fish...I use a 4wt, and it lands softy on the...

Re: How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (caddis4) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 08:55:32 GMT

Warren,
Not much need for long casts in a 'yak. Just paddle to 'em. Stealth is the key - have a friend who was fishing joppa flats one time and a striper swam along with him UNDER his kayak. Must have wanted to use it as protection from predator birds.
Lou

How far can you cast in a canoe/kayak?

feeds@yuku.com (warren) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 07:01:32 GMT

Hello;
I've been reading this site on and off for the past year or so and finally decided to join in. I also visit a few other Smallie sites but all the others are river and stream Smallies, which are fished differently than lakes and ponds.

The ponds that I fish are crystal clear ( you would have no trouble seeing a dime at 12 feet), so early in the year they are a little spooky. I have been able to cast out about 50' or so ( 35' colored shooting head, 9'...