July 2009 Blog Posts (21)

La Jolla 07/30/09

Fished La Jolla last night. Beautiful conditions, a little bumpy from the wind, but my Tarpon 160 sliced through it easy enough! Water was 72 degress, green agua color near shore, then deep blue out deeper. Summer is here! Unfortunately, no bait fish in the water, but enjoyed the paddle as always!

Added by Chris Fierro on July 31, 2009 at 6:24pm — No Comments

Check out Wildy Fishing Team Members All Over The Latest Kayak Angler Magazine

On shelves now, the new Fall/Winter issue of Kayak Angler Magazine has some great articles, with Wildy's Fishing Team Members featured in multiple places

While we don't have collector's cards just yet, you can tear out your favorite from the following pages if you'd like to hang them on your wall. Or perhaps as a dartboard cover for those of a different inclination...

Pg 20- Jeff Little

Pg 24- Dean Thomas

Pg 25- Mark Pierpont

Pg 26- Chad Hoover

Pg 40-… Continue

Added by Craigo on July 30, 2009 at 6:21pm — 2 Comments

Full story on Bird/Water Mammal possible aquatic Chupacabra

Ok here is the full story. It was a beautiful morning this particular day. But it was turning into a day with very little action. I had paddled for most of the morning when I arrived at what looked to be a great fishing spot. I nestled up into a big group of old trees. I mean old and rotten trees. Everything was going well even managed to hook a big one. About 30 min. into this location a young man with his boat and dog as a fishing partner moved into the trees a good ways down from me. That… Continue

Added by William Fordyce on July 30, 2009 at 4:46pm — 3 Comments

POC Guides

I want to head down to POC this weekend. Do you have anyone you recommend going out with?

Added by Carrie Schnoor on July 30, 2009 at 11:07am — 2 Comments

Escape from the blown out coast

What do you do when the coast seems to be blown out weekend after weekend and the temperatures are hovering near 100? Head inland to one of Texas's best kept (almost) secrets, the South Llano River at Junction, TX. That's just what a group of diehard PACK members did this past week. We didn't escape the 100 degree heat, but the low humidity and the cool, clear water of the river made for more pleasant conditions. Four of us hit the the river just north of Telegraph, TX on Friday morning and… Continue

Added by ron romeis on July 30, 2009 at 8:35am — No Comments

Homemade 360 Degree Light Pole fits in rod holder

I have an issue with the light poles available to kayak anglers for mounting 360 degree lights. They are too short to be seen above the paddler. And they usually need a Scotty mount or the likes to hold them. I use a crate with rod holders mounted to it. I wanted a light pole that would fit snugly into the rod holder and be high enough to be seen over my head.

I happen to have a piece of 3/4" pvc pipe that I started designing around. My first attempt just used the 3/4" pvc pipe but… Continue

Added by Joe Poole on July 29, 2009 at 3:51pm — 1 Comment

My crate makes it easy!

Many folks new to kayak fishing ask me about what I take with me and how do I carry it all. It amazes them when they find out I carry 3 rod/reels, 5 tackle trays, drift anchor, manta anchor, stick anchor, fish lippers, drinking water, snacks, and a 360 degree light, as well as my wallet, camera, keys, extra smokes & lighter in a small dry bag. The best part is that most all of this stuff fits into my crate. When I get to the water, I unload my 160, put my crate in it, load my rods, PFD,… Continue

Added by Joe Poole on July 29, 2009 at 2:41pm — 3 Comments

TJM Celebrity Charity Kayak Fishing Tournment Augut 1st

Good afternoon all. I will be headding out tomorrow with my trusty Tarpon 140 Angler to the TJM Celebrity Charity Kayak Fishing Tournment. DriGrip is a Gold Sponsor and I will be representing DriGrip at the event. I cannot wait to meet kayak anglers from North Carolina and sightsee around Wilmington, NC and the beaches. I will be testing a longer Life Insulated Bait Cooler I pick up at ICAST earlier in the month. I will blog about the event and post… Continue

Added by Robert J. Wiebel on July 29, 2009 at 12:52pm — No Comments

Tournament Prep: TJM Celebrity Charity Tournament

The week is finally here, less than 48 hours till getting on the road for this brand new event down in Wilmington North Carolina. It is being put on by Hook, Line and Paddle. And to benefit the Alzheimers Association, which is all too familiar to my family, so I am proud to be on the Celeb list as part of the Wilderness Systems Kayak Fishing Team, along with fellow teammate Chad Hoover. Other pro kayak anglers will be present as well, along with some local celebrities including host Whitney… Continue

Added by Erick Bell on July 29, 2009 at 7:30am — 3 Comments

Kids and Kayaking the 2nd Outing

I am truly blessed to have wonderful children. Two great girls, who up until now shared little in common with dad. They show slight interest in my passion (or obsession) for fishing and college football....but I think that is so that I will take them to the mall to go shopping, as they know I love going into Bass Pro or the college sports gift shop.

However, we have found something to do on weekends when they are staying with me. And that is kayaking. Now, I am not much of a kayaker, I am… Continue

Added by Erick Bell on July 27, 2009 at 8:00am — 5 Comments

Bass Fishing in Bay Back, Virginia Beach

Took my new Tarpon 100 out in the Back Bay for some Bass fishing since the eco system has recovered very nicely over the past couple of years. Caught 4 early in the AM and 1 late PM with an old Jitterbug top floating lure.

Planning on going again tomorrow to see what I can stir up before heading to the beach with the family.

Added by Chris Hill on July 23, 2009 at 10:00pm — 3 Comments

The New Wilderness Systems Commander 120

Today's Demo Day marked the first time on the water for the public to test out the new Commander 120, and it's getting some great results.

I've posted a lot of pictures and details over at the LiveBlog page, but we've got a lot more pictures and a few more surprises that'll be posted on the blog as the Outdoor Retailer show gets started officially tomorrow.

Browse through the posts over at…

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Added by Craigo on July 21, 2009 at 12:51am — 5 Comments

paddles

I looking for use kayak paddler fiberglass 230cm if any one have one please send me information.thank

Added by frank suarez on July 20, 2009 at 4:39pm — 2 Comments

Keeping it simple

I arrived at my put in a few weeks ago looking forward to a good tide and hopefully a few fish on the end of my line. As I pulled up I noticed another fisherman getting set up for his days adventure. I quickly pulled my kayak out of the back of the truck, loaded my milk crate in the tankwell, stored my rods and then moved my truck out of the way so as not to block the small put in.

As I walked back the other kayak angler was still setting up. "Wow! That was quick." was his greeting… Continue

Added by Todd Llewellyn on July 20, 2009 at 12:22pm — 4 Comments

First Booth Pics Up and Some Teaser Shots

We'll be unveiling everything tomorrow on the new Wilderness Systems products that we're sure you'll be quite interested in. For now, I've included a couple of shots from our booth setup.

Check back tomorrow for Demo Day Coverage with the first live shots available of our new products on the water in action!

Booth Setup and First Looks - Confluence OR Blog

Added by Craigo on July 20, 2009 at 12:30am — 1 Comment

La Jolla 07/17/09

Fished La Jolla last night after work. Lots of bait popping all over, water an off color green. Slight windy conditions... was glad I was in my new 09 Tarpon, loving the stability! no fish caught, hope to get out this weekend, depends on home projects!

Added by Chris Fierro on July 17, 2009 at 12:39pm — No Comments

What's in store for Wilderness Systems? Find out on the Outdoor Retailer blog.

Our biggest event of the year, Outdoor Retailer in Salt Lake City, Utah, is where retailers and customers from all over the outdoor industry come to see what the 2010 season has in store for them.

Here at Confluence, we'll be running our own liveblog directly from the show, sharing pictures and videos that capture all of the big announcements and new products being unveiled this year.

You definitely don't want to miss it. Check back later this week for details on where to… Continue

Added by Craigo on July 13, 2009 at 2:50pm — No Comments

Hullavation !

Hullavation Baby !

Got my Thule Hullavator a few weeks ago. Makes my life pure genius in terms of getting my seaworthy vessel ported !

All I gotta do is get the yak out of the water and to the Hullavator cradle. Not the easiests of tasks for a Shorty but do-able. Thank goodness for the very kind and sometimes cute guys standing around the ramps who will give me a hand !

Then the Hullavator takes it from there.… Continue

Added by Salt Fly Girl on July 12, 2009 at 10:00am — 8 Comments

KBF CHALLENGE SERIES AND KAYAK ANGLER Magazine $20,000 State Record Challenge!!!

Hey all,
We just put up a bunch of great prizes on my website at www.kayakbassfishing.com. We have a couple Tarpon 140's up for grabs, some great fishing gear, paddles, PFDs, lures and much more. Stop by and check it out!!! Also, be sure to check out the details for the KAYAK ANGLER Magazine $20,000 State Record Challenge!!!
Chad

Added by Chad Hoover on July 7, 2009 at 12:26am — 1 Comment

Harmony Lasso Security Cable

I used my Harmony Lasso Security Cables last night while the car with kayaks sat in the driveway. What a great product. I have the size for my wife's Tsunami 135 and my Tarpon Angler 140. It was very easy to set the code for the locks and they are extremely easy to use with the loop around the front and back of each kayak and the cable wrapped around the cartop crossbars. I have hte kayaks on the car at work and they are being used even as I write this. I was concerned about security if we… Continue

Added by Bill Schultz on July 6, 2009 at 2:24pm — 4 Comments