Only really applicable if you intend to fish into the dark or within a couple of hours of darkness .
GPS also offers many advantages such as position logging and route logging (waypoints) .
Choose a comfortable over shoe .
Safety Equipment For Kayak Anglers .
Other safety items can be added as necessary .
It is not in order of importance .
The Trident for example has a special recess for the screen and a place to mount the transducer .
Twelve feet is about the minimum you should consider and 13 feet and over is better .
Footwear is just as important as your upper layers .
Wearing seat belts makes sense but it’s also the law .
It must be remembered though, a drysuit provides no warmth or insulation whatever .
Taking on fluids is very important .
Hit any oncoming waves straight on .
Anything above 15lb line is likely to give you problems .
Make sure you have kit in your hatch that includes a whistle, flares, mirror or horns .
Make sure that your PFD keeps your head above water if you find yourself in a capsize situation .
There would be nothing worse then cutting yourself with a fillet knife or getting a hook stuck in your finger only to find that your first aod kit is damp and thus quite possibly contaminated .
It’s been my experience that most boaters abide by the law and if they are able to see me, they’ll make accommodations for my slower vessel .
There is little specific equipment designed to be used from kayaks at present, but nosing around unlikely places like DIY stores and household goods suppliers like Wilkinsons can pay dividends .
Obviously some tuition may be needed to fully understand the use of a compass but most boat chandlers will gladly and freely offer you advice .
Your main choices for three seasons fishing revolve around a full Drysuit at around £200 - £300 or a Dry Top or Dry Cag over waders or dry pants .
The list of safety equipment is not exhaustive .
You will get wet .
“Tidal Current Charts� are available through NOAA or chart dealers .
* Suitability of kayak for intended use .
Other considerations .
I wouldn’t recommend a GPS instead of a compass, but in addition to one .
Six hour introductory course for Sit on Top Kayaking .
The following is not a definitive list and it should be taken together with any knowledge you have of the area you are kayaking in .
Wetsuits can be worn in mild conditions, extra clothing on top might be required .
This sparks endless debate over the safety of waders filling with water, etc, etc .