Putting in the effort to reach the fish is part of the reason I love kayak fishing. I have no problem with using a mother boat if needed, but knowing you paddled out to the fish makes catching one a bit sweeter.
My favorite thing about going after large fish in a kayak is being towed around during the fight. I'm always amazed at how a relatively small striper (10-15 lbs) can rip off line WHILE pulling you INTO current. Even a 2 lb smallie will move the kayak around (especially on Dale Hollow...those fish have serious shoulders). Nothing against the vid, but I think I'd prefer kayak fishing the way I'm used to.
Chris Bryant
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