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Adam Hayes adam@yakangler.com YakAngler Christmas wish list is published once per year by YakAngler LLC 2009 Cedarcrest Drive Louisville, KY 40272 USA Phone: (502) 509-7310 Email: support@yakangler.com Website: www.yakangler.com
A Reflection of Growth The Halloween decorations are now in the clearance bins - but they were sharing shelf space with Christmas lights, Santas, and snowmen. This is a reminder that we’re getting close to the holiday gift-giving season! 2015 has seen a large number of handy, innovative products released to the kayak angling world. From kayak accessories and enhancements to fishing gear, the list continues to grow weekly! The 2015 YakAngler Christmas Wish List contains a wide range of choices that make it easy for you to show your gift-givers exactly what you’d love to see in your stocking or under the tree!
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YakAngler continues to grow and thrive thanks to you, our kayak fishing family. From the forums to the Boondoggles to the insightful web content on YakAngler.com, your participation and support make YA the success it continues to be, and we appreciate you for it! On behalf of everyone here at YakAngler, we wish you a happy, healthy and safe holiday season.
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One final note: this coming year, please be sure to give your friends and family the best possible gift - your safe return from every kayak angling expedition! File a float plan, and wear your PFD!
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Motor Drive By: Wilderness Systems Partnering with the proven technology of Torqeedo, the new Wilderness Systems Motor Drive takes you farther, faster. Reaching top speeds of up to 6 mph at a range of around 20 miles, and featuring a solar-rechargeable lithium battery that lasts up to 8 hours and can charge while underway. The unit is lightweight at only 15 lbs. including battery, and comes equipped with an intelligent remote throttle that displays your GPS-calculated speed, remaining range and battery runtime. click for more information
Kayak Kaddy by: Extreme Sport Outfitters Whether you like to fish from a kayak or paddleboard give yourself the gift of storage this holiday season with the Kayak Kaddy速! The Kaddy is a versatile tow behind storage accessory with plenty of dry storage for overnight trips. Also, the deck of the Kaddy can be rigged to meet your needs with extra rod storage, fishing tackle, gopro mounts, gear trac, visibility poles and more! A great affordable way to get your gear out of your way while you fish freely and still accessible when you need while on the water. click for more information
Shuna by: werner Paddles For those looking for a more efficient paddling style keeping the boat tracking straighter, the Shuna: Hooked is the paddle to look at. Versatile enough for maneuvering strokes when controlling your boat for a better casting angle. The perfect choice for anglers looking for a light, stiff and durable high angle paddle. The Smart-ViewTM Adjustable ferrule is the most simple, precise fitting on the market. A solid 1-piece paddle feel and nothing to snag your line. (US Patent # 6881111) click for more information
Angler Optimus by: bending Branches Do more precise fishing with less effort. This kit transforms a bb Angler kayak paddle into a canoe paddle, stand-up paddle, or 8 ft. push/stakeout pole, with a simple snap button changeover. More ways to get closer to the fish! Also available is the stand-up attachment for $59.95 and a 12 ft. push/stakeout pole for $159.95. click for more information 4 | www.YakAngler.com | YakAngler | issue 4
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NOCQUA Pro Power Kit BY: NOCQUA Adventure Gear NOCQUA Pro Power Kit is the most universal power source on the market. It packs 4400mAh and 12V into a lightweight, water-resistant casing with watertight connections. It comes with everything needed to install and go fish, so there’s no need to buy extra gear. It’s easy to wire, durable, and handles the elements. Fish finders and other electronics now have the perfect power source designed to get you on the water with less hassle and keep you there for hours.
Sidewinder Bibs BY: NRS NRS Sidewinder Bibs combine the paddling performance of a dry pant with the versatile comfort of a fishing wader. The Sidewinder gives you room in the knees for sitting in the boat, plus a low-profile, adjustable torso for reduced water entry and comfort under your life jacket. The relief zipper lets you answer nature’s call without removing the bibs or your PFD, and the wishbone suspender stays in place whether you’re standing up to fish or sitting down in your kayak. click for more information
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FORECAST GLOVES BY: NRS NOCQUA Sport Edition BY: NOCQUA Adventure Gear The NOCQUA Sport Edition LED light system features a compact design that delivers the full NOCQUA nighttime experience and the same dependable construction as the NOCQUA Pro Series. Removable, adjustable, and rechargeable there are no limits to the number of Sport applications. Whether kayaking, camping, or enjoying the outdoors this is the perfect accessory for your gear pack. Now every adventurer can experience the best way to light up the night with a system that is flexible, versatile, and accessible.
Finally, a convertible neoprene glove that’s designed for paddling as well as fishing. The NRS Forecast Glove gives you warmth for cool days and convertible fingers for excellent dexterity, plus it protects you from blisters and improves paddle control. Folding fingertips fasten out of the way when you need to tie on a new bait or capture that trophy fish with your camera. The silicone pattern on the palm provides excellent grip, while 2 mm neoprene adds padding and insulation. click for more information
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NuCanoe Pursuit 13.5 BY: NuCanoe Combining speed, stability, and open space, the Pursuit provides a fishing experience without compromise. The Pursuit’s platform-style design is packed with integrated features that are there when you need them and out of your way when you don’t. The Multi-Height Pinnacle Seat sets a new standard for fishing kayaks – its simplicity and comfort are unmatched. The Pursuit is not only an entirely new NuCanoe. It’s an entirely new fishing kayak. click for more information
L2FISH BY: LIVE Watersports The breakthrough design of the L2Fish allows paddlers to enjoy the most demanding stand-up paddle activities from fishing, to hunting, diving, yoga, and even camping. Utilizing a catamaran style hull and hollow core construction, the L2Fish maximizes buoyancy and greatly reduces the weight to volume ratio. The large tunnel in the hull minimizes the surface area on the water, allowing the board to slice through the water with speed to rival many racing boards on the market today. click for more information
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LeverLoc Anchor Trolley HD AMS-1004 BY: YakAttack The first anchor trolley designed specifically for the job, the LeverLoc Anchor Trolley HD features a LeverLoc line clamp, which locks your trolley line with a simple “flip of a switch.” YakAttack’s new PadHook keeps even the tightest trolley lines on the side of the kayak, not over your gunwale. When not in use, the easy-knot trolley ring snaps into the base of the LeverLoc, quietly secured until deployed. Backing plates for the pulleys and LeverLoc make for a heavy duty secure install. The backing plates can be mounted with the help of a YakAtack Rigging Bullet, making it possible to attach a backing plate in areas where you don’t have easy hull access. click for more information
ParkNPole Link PNPL-8 – 8’ BY: YakAttack The industry’s favorite stake-out pole just got smarter with YakAttack’s ParkNPole Link, a two piece version of the popular 8’ ParkNPole. The break-down design makes transportation and stowage easier than ever, and allows anglers to store the unit inside the hull of their kayak. Eight feet not enough? An available 46” extension takes the Link’s total length to 12’ for deep water staking-out and poling. At 1.8 lbs., it is incredibility lightweight and extremely durable and it floats.
RotoGrip Paddle Holder GRP-1001 BY: YakAttack The RotoGrip Paddle Holder sheds a new light on the age old problem of paddle management. Compatible with YakAttack’s MightyMount, GearTrac, and most other kayak track systems, kayak and SUP anglers have lots of options for installing and configuring this handy little gadget. Super low profile, the RotoGrip Paddle Holder grips the paddle shaft between two soft rollers, securing your paddle quietly and with just the right amount of tension. click for more information
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