New kayakers haven’t learned how to trust their kayak yet. Many are still learning how to fish. The common solution is to look for added stability for your kayak. One of the most common choices is to add outriggers to your kayak. But are they the right choice for your kayak? Are outriggers the best […]
Outriggers: Why, When, How, What You’ll Want Read More »
Catfishing has captured the attention of many anglers just now getting into the sport. These fish are big, feisty, and taste incredible! The biggest challenge for new anglers can be getting the collection of the perfect gear when preparing for that first trip. Choosing your perfect catfishing rod is the first and possibly most important
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Kayak stability is a significant concern for most kayakers and an even bigger point of contention for new kayak anglers. Face it, when we’re fishing we’re not paying that much attention to our balance. The more we can prepare for it and avoid those unpleasant moments of drastic rocking, the better we’ll feel about our
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Fishing results in a collection of supplies: lures, terminal tackle, rods, fishing line, tools… These are just some of the space demands you confront when you begin kayak fishing. If you’ve read just a few of the articles posted here you’ve discovered how obsessed I am with kayak fishing. Fish on a kayak and you’ll
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Let’s face it, Kayak Fishing can be just as frustrating if not more so than bank or boat fishing. With the growing popularity of fishing and the increasing congestion anglers are experiencing on the banks and at marinas, the best and most economical solution is to begin kayak fishing. Many people, especially the ones new
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AJ and I are all about fishing. Personally, I love to fish no matter what is biting. AJ, on the other hand, is rather particular about what she wants to fish at different times of the year. Inevitably bass fishing tends to be a popular choice with these warmer Texas waters. Different times of the
Deadsticking and how your Kayak Will be Your Best Friend Read More »
It can be just as hard to figure out what gear you need when starting your kayak fishing adventures as it was to determine what gear you needed when starting to learn how to fish. If you’ve been following this page for a while, you’ve already explored the basics of your fishing gear and what
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There’s a debate raging between the C&C and CPR communities that often makes this question challenging for many of the new kayak anglers. CPR is a great practice to use and has helped grow the trophy trade exponentially. Now, to be clear, AJ and I use CPR (Catch, Photo, Release) on many of our catches
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Many anglers struggle with the choice between sit-inside and sit-on-top fishing kayaks. Both options are readily available to the modern-day kayak angler. Choosing between the two will be easier if you understand the pros and cons of each fishing kayak style. For reference, I’d like to tell you about some of the resources I’ve used
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You’ve seen videos of people who fish and thought, “that looks like fun.” When you check out the fish counter at your grocery store you’re discouraged by the rising prices of fish that appears to be getting less and less fresh. You have time on your hands that you’d like to spend outdoors, but you’re
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This is the forth installment to a series of articles AJ and I are developing to give you an in-depth reference point to the lures, baits, and fishing techniques available for you as a beginner angler. From this broad overview, you’re going to be able to explore options for fishing rigs, techniques, and styles. Some
New Anglers can Learn Fishing with Soft Plastics Read More »
The following is the introduction to a series of articles AJ and I are developing to give you an in-depth reference point to the lures, baits, and fishing techniques available to you as a beginner angler. From this broad overview, you’re going to be able to explore options for fishing rigs, techniques, and styles. Some
Preparing New Anglers For Choosing The Right Bait: Live, Cut, Or Artificial Read More »
As a reminder: Kat, AJ, and The Outdoors Quest are not sponsored or affiliated with any gear discussed in this article. We are presenting you with information gathered during our own experiences as it pertains to the individual choices we make. We will not receive compensation for anything you choose to purchase or use as
A Full Breakdown on Matching Your Rod to Your Target Fish Read More »
Not all Catfish are the Same! There are, ultimately, 4 types of freshwater catfish in the U.S. While some are considered invasive to parts of the country, one form or another can be found in almost any freshwater habitat you explore. Blues are probably the most photogenic of the options. Channels are some of the
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There are, literally, thousands of articles on the internet that brake down the schematics and technical details of fishing reels. This is not what I will be doing. Yes, I will give you technical information and discuss some of the intricacies of these very important tools. More specifically though, I will be discussing the real
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