Philf Posted October 18, 2018 Report Share Posted October 18, 2018 Wrapped some black electrical tape around the reel foot and seat on the rod kinda like you do with the Tennessee handle rods keeps your hand warmer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOHN SCHENCK Posted December 4, 2018 Report Share Posted December 4, 2018 Cool idea.... I’ve been plotting for a winter float on the kayak this winter. Gathering all the data I can to find wintering areas and ways to stay warm while doing so. I need a January smallmouth yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philf Posted December 4, 2018 Author Report Share Posted December 4, 2018 If you’re kayaking upstream in higher flows you’ll find small areas where you can stop and rest with out paddling. The fish are in those spots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOHN SCHENCK Posted December 6, 2018 Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 Solid! High flow + cold water = tough but extra rewarding if you can land a biggun. You kayak fish a lot During cold months? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev-mo Posted December 6, 2018 Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 Best thing I've found to keep my hands warm/warmer is the the blue nitrile gloves. I think Joe R. was the first one I saw sporting them. A "no throw away" but more expensive option are the R1 gloves from Patagonia. I'm sure there is something similar by other companies. John, if you haven't already done so check out Jeff Littles Youtube videos on coldwater fishing. Lots of good info on baits etc. but also a lot of safety tips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philf Posted December 6, 2018 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 13 hours ago, JOHN SCHENCK said: Solid! High flow + cold water = tough but extra rewarding if you can land a biggun. You kayak fish a lot During cold months? The canoe or kayak helps on the rivers near me. Tough to walk the shoreline with hills and hunters. The bigger rivers like the Kankakee are easier from shore. Once you know what to look for. Small slack water spots. You can hit a bunch and have coffee and sandwiches in the car. Just recovering from the flu I decided to skip getting a shot this year. I should be back on the water in a week or so. I’ve spent a lot of time winter fishing so if you have any questions let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOHN SCHENCK Posted December 12, 2018 Report Share Posted December 12, 2018 On 12/6/2018 at 8:53 AM, Kev-mo said: Best thing I've found to keep my hands warm/warmer is the the blue nitrile gloves. I think Joe R. was the first one I saw sporting them. A "no throw away" but more expensive option are the R1 gloves from Patagonia. I'm sure there is something similar by other companies. John, if you haven't already done so check out Jeff Littles Youtube videos on coldwater fishing. Lots of good info on baits etc. but also a lot of safety tips. Oh most definitely I’ve seen his videos fishing rivers in horrible conditions! Love his passion for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOHN SCHENCK Posted December 12, 2018 Report Share Posted December 12, 2018 On 12/6/2018 at 11:48 AM, Philf said: The canoe or kayak helps on the rivers near me. Tough to walk the shoreline with hills and hunters. The bigger rivers like the Kankakee are easier from shore. Once you know what to look for. Small slack water spots. You can hit a bunch and have coffee and sandwiches in the car. Just recovering from the flu I decided to skip getting a shot this year. I should be back on the water in a week or so. I’ve spent a lot of time winter fishing so if you have any questions let me know. Yes I was thinking of getting out Friday but not sure what the scheduled rain will do to that idea. I’ll play it by ear.... I was thinking of covering some water during Christmas break looking for spots I can drop anchor and pick apart slowly.... I’ll be in touch before with some questions as I don’t winter fish much bit would like to more. Thanks for the feedback Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev-mo Posted December 12, 2018 Report Share Posted December 12, 2018 11 hours ago, JOHN SCHENCK said: Yes I was thinking of getting out Friday but not sure what the scheduled rain will do to that idea. I’ll play it by ear.... I was thinking of covering some water during Christmas break looking for spots I can drop anchor and pick apart slowly.... I’ll be in touch before with some questions as I don’t winter fish much bit would like to more. Thanks for the feedback I don't think we are going to get dumped on so you should be good for Friday. Btw I'll be off for Christmas break, lmk if you want to hang. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Trybul Posted December 13, 2018 Report Share Posted December 13, 2018 I love the winter fishing passion. It's tough in winter conditions but the peace and tranquility can be worth the effort. There could be a window this weekend to fish in milder conditions. You don't have to worry about other people in your spots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOHN SCHENCK Posted December 15, 2018 Report Share Posted December 15, 2018 On 12/12/2018 at 11:25 AM, Kev-mo said: I don't think we are going to get dumped on so you should be good for Friday. Btw I'll be off for Christmas break, lmk if you want to hang. Welp work took over my Friday and I never got out maybe between Christmas and new year I’ll hit you up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOHN SCHENCK Posted December 15, 2018 Report Share Posted December 15, 2018 On 12/13/2018 at 9:49 AM, Paul Trybul said: I love the winter fishing passion. It's tough in winter conditions but the peace and tranquility can be worth the effort. There could be a window this weekend to fish in milder conditions. You don't have to worry about other people in your spots. Your right Paul. It takes a true passion for it and The peace and quiet of being out there alone with only Mother Nature is unmatched. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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