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Recovery After Epic Fail
blackfishmatt

April 04, 2019 at 3:06pm
I lost a nice one and was ready to give up on a very windy, cold, slow and shallow water morning. I kept pushing on and was able to land a nice slot.
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Zdam09
I lost a nice one and was ready to give up on a very windy, cold, slow and shallow water morning. I kept pushing on and was able to land a nice slot.…
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June 20, 2021 at 11:25pm

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Sight Casting Reds
blackfishmatt

March 29, 2019 at 9:37am
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ImRbFmOKvNw

Did a little scouting and found little gold submarines all over!
A few highlights from my new spot.
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Mandevillian
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ImRbFmOKvNw

Did a little scouting and found little gold submarines all over!
A few highlights from my new spot.…
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March 29, 2019 at 11:50am

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Dick's Fishing Kayak Deal
randywhorton

January 24, 2013 at 7:52am
I recently sold my old Kayak and went out to replace it looking for a great deal.

My budget was for below $500. I started online looking and found a Field & Stream 12' Eagle Run Kayak at Dick's for $474 that fit my needs.

I was looking for big capacity as I am 279 lbs and plan to carry…
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motorboat
Our resident Consumer Reporter! Nice work man. Looks great!

January 24, 2013 at 8:02am

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Looking for good kayak fishing spots on Northshore
MandyL

March 14, 2018 at 1:52am
I just bought a kayak for fishing, looking for some good fishing spots to launch from on the Northshore. Just moved to the Pearl River area last year, so I've fished Cane Bayou once and today Bayou Lacombe off of Main Street. I'm not having any luck. I'm a little frustrated, bc I've not fished…
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blackfishmatt
I just bought a kayak for fishing, looking for some good fishing spots to launch from on the Northshore. Just moved to the Pearl River area last year, so I've fished Cane Bayou once and today Bayou Lacombe off of Main Street. I'm not having any luck. I'm a little frustrated, bc I've not fished…
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March 14, 2018 at 5:54am

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Fishing out of Leeville
picknhand

May 29, 2020 at 10:50am
I usually fish out of IDJC (island south of PAC) but am looking to scope out a new area and I have the Leeville area in mind. There is a kayak launch down there and it looks to have a lot of broken marsh options. I expect to get into some reds, but also hoping to get into some SPECs so my…
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picknhand
I usually fish out of IDJC (island south of PAC) but am looking to scope out a new area and I have the Leeville area in mind. There is a kayak launch down there and it looks to have a lot of broken marsh options. I expect to get into some reds, but also hoping to get into some SPECs so my…
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May 29, 2020 at 11:00pm

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Kayak (Naked) Roof Rack Recommendation
picknhand

June 06, 2020 at 8:11pm
I am picking up a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox next week that DOES NOT have any factory installed roof runners, which is a bummer. I researched some “naked” roof rack options and found some on etrailer.com (Rhino-Rack) but lawd they are expensive (~$500). Does anyone have some more budget…
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Mandevillian
I am picking up a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox next week that DOES NOT have any factory installed roof runners, which is a bummer. I researched some “naked” roof rack options and found some on etrailer.com (Rhino-Rack) but lawd they are expensive (~$500). Does anyone have some more budget…
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June 07, 2020 at 8:51am

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Dodging Alligators To Find Redfish
blackfishmatt

May 19, 2019 at 6:23pm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRFKG3HG5W4

A few people told me the gators were out in full force around Delacroix. “ It’s the worse we’ve seen in years… you be careful in dat kayak!” They were not lying! I am used to running across gators but I have…
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Proud Pop
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRFKG3HG5W4

A few people told me the gators were out in full force around Delacroix. “ It’s the worse we’ve seen in years… you be careful in dat kayak!” They were not lying! I am used to running across gators but I have…
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May 19, 2019 at 8:06pm

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Lady P Yak Trip 5 26 19
Mandevillian

May 26, 2019 at 9:41pm
My boys and I decided we needed some yak therapy and had gotten some intel dat there may be some willing participants in the form of some fine reds out in de Lake possibly within fairly easy yak reach and we found only a few with none coming home with us as I boated a fine lil red,possibly 12…
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Steelsprayer
A co-worker of mine has been doing good on the reds around the black river outlet West of the lighthouse. He's using a black split tail grub on a lead head bouncing off the bottom back to the boat. Hope this helps and good luck. Lake P had been peaceful lately with this hot weather.

May 27, 2019 at 7:08am

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bayou des mats
yakcrack

July 25, 2020 at 6:34pm
I was in Lacombe today in Bayou Des Mats. There are a lot of no trespassing signs in there. Does anyone know if this area is fishable? I'd like to be able to paddle thru to get to the bayou that leads to Lake Ponchartrain to the west.
Mandevillian
I was in Lacombe today in Bayou Des Mats. There are a lot of no trespassing signs in there. Does anyone know if this area is fishable? I'd like to be able to paddle thru to get to the bayou that leads to Lake Ponchartrain to the west.…
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July 26, 2020 at 10:25am

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Almost another slam!!!
blackfishmatt

April 09, 2019 at 6:15pm
A few highlights of a recent team tournament and the goal was the heaviest weight of 5 specks and 1 slot red. The heaviest weight of both team members would decide the winner. My partner got his 5 specks and 1 slot red. I pride myself in being able to find and catch reds but I am weak in the trout…
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marcumharrison1
A few highlights of a recent team tournament and the goal was the heaviest weight of 5 specks and 1 slot red. The heaviest weight of both team members would decide the winner. My partner got his 5 specks and 1 slot red. I pride myself in being able to find and catch reds but I am weak in the trout…
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June 20, 2021 at 9:42pm

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Getting on a few rats... Missing just as many
blackfishmatt

July 04, 2019 at 4:25pm
I was lucky enough to have a steady bite and pull in a few rats. Missed just as many if not more. I started to get frustrated because I was missing so many hook ups so I decided to call it a day. After I finished this edit I noticed I had my hat on backwards during the whole trip. Maybe that's…
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Tom Riddle
Nice video. I like it fireboy and watergirl odyssey.

April 23 at 1:48am

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Capt. Bob's Leeville Report
Bob Gourgues, Between the Banks

January 02, 2017 at 2:32pm
The Hobie Worlds Kayak Championship 6 held in Leeville, is now airing on betweenthebanks.com episode 1498 and 1499 and beginning on Between the Banks Television venues. Special Thanks to the area Kayak clubs and yakers who helped make it a great Championship. Like Hobie, you are always welcome…
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FishEyez
What did they post about the Hobie Yak Tournament? Didn't see where LL was disparaging of Hobie. Please enlighten us?

January 08, 2017 at 5:28pm

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WILDERNESS THRESHER KAYAK $650 UNUSED
KHOSSMAN

July 18, 2020 at 10:20am
WILDERNESS THRESHER 140 NEVER USED $650.00
NEVER LEFT MY STORAGE BUILDING
EASILY SELLS NEW FO $1100-$1400.00
Length: 14' 3' / 434 cm Width: 29' / 73 cm
Boat Weight: 75 lbs. / 34 kg Deck Height: 14' / 36 cm
Max Capacity: 400 lbs. / 181 kg
FEATURES:…
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patsm00re18
Just visit Google

May 19, 2021 at 10:26pm

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Pre-Father’s Day Weekend Scouting Trip
picknhand

June 13, 2020 at 10:41pm
Heading out in the morning to launch out of the GI kayak launch. Planning to explore the rock jetties just north of the launch and then the marsh/island just North of it. This will be my first time fishing this area. I was thinking of launching out of sand dollar and heading to Isle Grand Terre…
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Mandevillian
Heading out in the morning to launch out of the GI kayak launch. Planning to explore the rock jetties just north of the launch and then the marsh/island just North of it. This will be my first time fishing this area. I was thinking of launching out of sand dollar and heading to Isle Grand Terre…
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June 14, 2020 at 9:46am

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Windy Day for Reds
blackfishmatt

February 14, 2019 at 10:25pm
My 3rd shakedown cruise on the 2019 Hobie Outback. It turned out to be an extremely windy day. I was lucky enough to grab a couple of nice trout and several small reds. Fighting the wind and current back to the launch was tough but the Outback performed well. I am trying to figure this new yak…
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Zdam09
My 3rd shakedown cruise on the 2019 Hobie Outback. It turned out to be an extremely windy day. I was lucky enough to grab a couple of nice trout and several small reds. Fighting the wind and current back to the launch was tough but the Outback performed well. I am trying to figure this new yak…
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June 20, 2021 at 11:11pm

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Peaceful Delacroix Morning
blackfishmatt

March 24, 2019 at 9:11am
A nice, quiet, and peaceful morning in Delacroix, La. is always a good thing. I was fortunate to hook up with a couple of green trout and reds on this brief trip.
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Zdam09
A nice, quiet, and peaceful morning in Delacroix, La. is always a good thing. I was fortunate to hook up with a couple of green trout and reds on this brief trip.…
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June 20, 2021 at 9:55pm

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Old Town tandem kayak 160T Loon
Walleyemike

March 24, 2016 at 10:58am
For Sale is a decent Old Town 160T Loon 16' tandem kayak. Hunter green in color. Very stable two person kayak that was always rated as one of the best kayaks in the market. Old Town now only makes the Loon in 12'and it costs $1000. Will sell this one for $390. Paddles got stolen, so I…
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Bcinbody
It looks like there are four seats. Like some kind of kids seats in front of each main seat?

May 30, 2021 at 7:45pm

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IDJC Spec Hunt...come out come out wherever you are...
picknhand

September 08, 2020 at 2:40pm
Summary:

- Fishing How | Kayak

- Location | Isle de Jean Charles (6:30-11)

- Tide | minimal

- Wind | Not bad...can?t remember exactly

-Bait | Primarily soft plastic with a little voodo shrimp under cork mixed in. Threw a black spoon at the…
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jonesPhedra
Ahh that is great thank you ! Good for special needs too ! subway surfers

August 16, 2021 at 11:03pm

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Chasing Tails
blackfishmatt

March 04, 2019 at 6:55pm
A few clips of some heart pounding attempts to catch some tailing reds on a very foggy morning.
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bahduhbing42
nice video.......looks peaceful.........congrats

March 05, 2019 at 10:54am

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Pontchartrain Specs, Redfish, Anything...(looking for advice)
Wannayak

December 03, 2020 at 3:11pm
I'm hoping someone can give me some advice for getting on some fish on the northshore or even somewhere within decent driving distance of Mandeville.

My dad has a hobie kayak that he lets me borrow whenever I want, and I've decided I should get some more use out of it. I've…
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Oneofthepack
I'm hoping someone can give me some advice for getting on some fish on the northshore or even somewhere within decent driving distance of Mandeville.

My dad has a hobie kayak that he lets me borrow whenever I want, and I've decided I should get some more use out of it. I've…
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December 03, 2020 at 4:48pm

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Lure in Sheep head?
LaFisherMenKC12

January 01, 2015 at 12:22am
Went out the 30th..Cloudy all day with absolute no sun and winds around 20mph. I noticed the water was right around 58°. From my history, I knew even with the poor conditions, that this temperature was just about right to get the fish biting. I used past experience, and went to a sheep head hole…
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cody41
Nice catch man. I'm always kayak fishing. May go this weekend. Email me with a phone number or something if u want company next time u go. I'm always looking to go with somebody

January 01, 2015 at 12:05pm

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Bason’s Marina; windy/rainy
picknhand

November 08, 2020 at 8:22pm
Summary:
- Fishing How | Kayak
- Location | Larose, LA, Bason’s Marina (7:00-9:00)
- Tide | minimal
- Wind | 10-15 mph and rainy...
- Bait | Vodoo under cork (16” deep)
- Results | 7 keeper specs, ~ 6 throw back specs

Details:
I pulled…
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Mandevillian
Summary:
- Fishing How | Kayak
- Location | Larose, LA, Bason’s Marina (7:00-9:00)
- Tide | minimal
- Wind | 10-15 mph and rainy...
- Bait | Vodoo under cork (16” deep)
- Results | 7 keeper specs, ~ 6 throw back specs

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I pulled…
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November 09, 2020 at 11:34am

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Taking It Easy
blackfishmatt

December 23, 2017 at 8:26pm
Merry Christmas!
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Danno23
Great vid as always. Looks like a great day! Merry Christmas!

December 25, 2017 at 9:11am

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Cajun Sleigh Ride
blackfishmatt

February 24, 2019 at 7:28pm
Recap of a “Cajun Sleigh Ride”! This one lasted about 10 minutes. It was a nice red that I was able to sight cast to on a very foggy day. I initially thought it was a bit larger than it really was. It turns out that the lure went through its mouth and came out the gill. So it was…
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Zdam09
Recap of a “Cajun Sleigh Ride”! This one lasted about 10 minutes. It was a nice red that I was able to sight cast to on a very foggy day. I initially thought it was a bit larger than it really was. It turns out that the lure went through its mouth and came out the gill. So it was…
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June 21, 2021 at 12:09am

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First trip at PAC since Hurricane Barry
blackfishmatt

August 17, 2019 at 4:40pm
Pointe Aux Chenes was pretty much wiped out from Hurricane Barry about a month ago. This is a quick recap of my first trip there since then. I was lucky to get on a few rat reds and see how well the area has recovered in just a short amount of time.
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marycosima
those were amazing experiences. thank you for sharing!

August 27, 2021 at 2:18am

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