Kerikeri Inlet

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This was my second trip out in the Yak and this time I had Hairy Little Dwarf with me to give me some pointers on paddling technique among other things. Thanks HLD you made a good day a magic one and I really appreciate the time you gave me.

I caught a Kahawai on my first cast and another about 20 mins later... HLD hooked a good one (a reasonable Snapper most likely) that had his drag sizzling for a while but busted him after a fight. I learned a lot about technique and had plenty of paddling practice to the spot and back again. I also managed to stay on board this time so an added bonus.

This sport has literally got me hooked!

[awondering]

Goon on ya mate, just a little tip, I would be inclined to leave a lot more line out when you have a fish next to the yak, its a lot easier to get in and certainly will improve the life of your gear, about a rod and a half length of line will do it, just lift your arm up and away from you... HLD you take those pictures ?

[Peace]

first of many I'm sure PB

[Hairy Little Dwarf]

... HLD you take those pictures ?

I may have been in the neighbourhood

[GHOST RIDER]

Nice one Jim

[FatherOfMany]

I also managed to stay on board this time so an added bonus.

Always a good thing.

Glad you had fun PB, next up hopefully a snapper or two.

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Goon on ya mate, just a little tip, I would be inclined to leave a lot more line out when you have a fish next to the yak, its a lot easier to get in and certainly will improve the life of your gear, about a rod and a half length of line will do it, just lift your arm up and away from you... HLD you take those pictures ?

Yep, fair point and good advice... it was wriggling like crazy as well!