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Destin Florida Kayak Fishing Information


Fishing Kayaks, Accessories, Paddles, Seats, Trailers, Gear, And Transportation Accessories

This section has information not only for Florida kayak fishing, but for everyone who is a kayaker, or is interested in learning about kayaking. You can learn something about kayaks, kayak selection, and the hot new sport of kayak fishing. Below are some of the fishing kayaks we sell at Island Sports Shop. As you can see kayak fishing isn't just for 20 something jocks. Kayaking is a fun sport anyone can enjoy. We have all sorts of articles about florida kayaking. You can find out about Destin Florida kayak fishing, and take a look at the ocean kayak sit on top kayaks, and kayak accessories.


Kayak surfing with a Malibu 3.4 malibu kayaks pro explorer recreational version Fishing from a Malibu Pro2 Tandem
Surfing A Malibu 3.4
Malibu Pro Explorer
Malibu Tandem Fishing Kayak

Island Sports Shop's Kayak Fishing Directory

Sit On Top Kayak Sales In The Destin Area Since 1997

All of the kayaks above are sit on top kayaks. When you first hear sit on top you visualize someone sitting on a surfboard, or something of the sort. Sit on tops are similar to regular kayaks with some important differences. You will notice that there is no deck over your knees. Sit on tops also have holes called scupper holes that drain the cockpit quickly if a wave splashes inside, or if you tip your kayak over. They are very user friendly and easy to master. If you are planning on fishing from a kayak you need to be sure all of your fishing gear is lashed down or secured until you need it, especially when going through the surf line.

Our New Malibu Kayak Fishing Directory

We have just added the Malibu Kayaks line to our online store. You will love these kayaks, they are designed for performance and maximum utility. There are lots of neat fishing kayaks. Most models have all sorts of storage such as tank wells, and various hatches, all furnished at no extra cost. These kayaks are in our free shipping program. See our Ordering Information page for shipping details.

Sit On Top Fishing, Recovering From A capsize

Beginning kayakers, if you tip a sit on top over, over all of the water drains out when you turn it upright. Getting back in is fairly easy. I have found that if you stick both arms into the air you will sink, and in a moment your life jacket will propel you back to the surface. Give a quick kick with your legs when you start up, and when you come out of the water just place both your hands in the center of your kayak, and then just try to jump over the kayak, using your arms to lift you. When your body is across the kayak you can roll on your back and swing your legs back inside. I have also heard that you can lie horizontally in the water and try to roll into your kayak while pushing one side down into the water. I haven't personally tried that technique.

As you can see that is a great argument for wearing your PFD or life vest. Both of those tasks are really difficult without a PFD. Another great accessory is a paddle leash, which keeps your paddle with the kayak. Leashes for rods and other gear are a good idea too. Check out our kayak fishing section. You don't have to make a choice whether to retrieve the paddle, or the kayak first, and then while the other drifts away.

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