RE: Cheap Kayak Seat and more
Here is how I did it. First, measure your yak. Second, find a chair that will fit. I looked at several that were close. Third, cut off the legs. I used a saber saw but a hack saw will work too. Forth, sit the chair in the yak and see what else needs trimming so that it will sit without rocking. I secured the chair to the yak with a couple of heavy duty Ty-Wraps.
This seat has several advantages besides being cheap and comfortable. My butt stays dry. I get ventilation from underneath, sides and back so I don't sweat as bad. The arm rests allow you to rest your arms as needed. The rod holders underneath the arm rests are great. I can keep 2 rods completely out of the way. I have a piece of pipe Ty-Wrapped to the back of the chair to hold my all around white light.
When I have the yak in my truck, rods stick between the arm rests and seat back. A bungee across the yak locks everything in.
I spent a lot of time getting my yak ready. Berkley bought the yaks for Kyle andme while we were touring Florida. My yak has caught a ton of fish including the biggest Tarpon I have ever seen, much less caught. Cobia to 46#, Jack crevalle to 30+ and Black Drum to 40+.
I chickened out this morning. I got a late start because of this computer project and, I'm glad I didn't launch. By the time I got to Redneck Beach, the wind was blowing 15-20 fron the SE. I saw several Tarpon rolling and made a few casts at those that came in range. No bites, though.
Tomorrow is gonna be a nice day but I don't fish on Saturdays. Doggone the luck Tarpon are here in droves.
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