How To Paddle and Choose a Kayak Fishing Paddle
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- čas přidán 26. 07. 2024
- In this video I cover how to select a paddle for kayak fishing and how to paddle for stealth and efficiency. Selecting the right paddle for kayak fishing is an important part of your decisions when getting initially outfitted for kayak fishing.
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I've never been one to care about matching, I've been with my wife for 20+ years, I've always been a jeans and t-shirt guy, prefer work or hiking boots,my paddle is ok,($25 extremez 2 from academy) moves me around,I'm on disability so kayak isn't that great either (lifetime tamarack 120) but it works so far, your videos are great and informative, keep it up,I'm new to kayak fishing so the advice is welcomed!
Thank you sir!!
I am almost in tears watching this. Should be a fishing comedian haha
Chad Hoover is comedy gold. He’s got you laughing while teaching you.
That's partly due to his prior Navy career. Navy sailors need that to learn crap. The best instructors develop that humor.
The natural humor in your teaching is what makes your videos interesting. Yet there is still very valuable information.
YES spend money on the paddle! More important for kayak fishing than a $300 rod reel combo any day.
So true ...
Thanks Headwaters. 👊🏻
The Best kayak fishing engineer
Thanks
Thanks for the information, I’m just getting started so I appreciate it. The shirt and shoes matching are good but definitely not a must.
Great video! This answered all my questions about what to look for in a paddle and why the more expensive ones are worth the money.
Chad you look great and it makes Kristie happy . I started kayak fishing two years ago after seeing your videos and I followed the advice you gave about buying the best paddle that I could afford and I have not looked back. Best advice I have gotten since I started, keep up the good work. All the best to you and your family.
Hey Chad. It’s David from Australia. I’m just recently retired and getting into paddle kayak fishing. Your channel is great for a noob like me. There are two answers to your question about clothing style. First, yes your shoes should match your outfit. Second, “happy wife, happy life”. 🤓🎣🐟
Ha! Thanks David. I’ve gotta get down your way and do some fishing
Great info, thank you Chad, I always went with the shoes and belt to match, but now that I am old I wear what is comfortable!!!
Thanks Chad. Well said. I always explain to people the bottom hand is more for guiding and blade placement of the paddle. The upper hand is for the power. It should be doing a cross body jab. I love my greenland paddle more than a traditional
Awesome video! The pescador 100 looks like the setup i need. Ill be getting one for sure.
Great instructions Chad! Very well explained and I think I get the concept. I'm buying my first kayak and want to learn the proper way from the get-go and you've just helped me out a bunch! Good advice on the paddles too. Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge :))
Your videos are so informative. I just bought my first fishing kayak (Bonafide RS117) and have watched so many of your videos. Once all the ice is gone in Northern Illinois I am hitting the water with your knowledge in my head.
Great video as always thanks for the great information
You made a comment about "what kind of man Doesn't own a grinder? Shoes matching your shirt???? Only IF your purse and accessories match? What kind of "man" matches his shoes to his shirt? "Wo" man. Another Awesome video.
Chad, great video. I always like the humor. As far as clothes, just say thank you to the nice lady.
Loving the videos man thanks
I just really enjoy your videos Chad, all of them! 👍😀 The only thing I might say is, “Please remember us little folks who are struggling to make ends meet. You might want to keep in mind that you’re asking some of us to spend more on a paddle, than we did on our kayaks. Thousands and thousands of us, own Tamaracks etc. Don’t get me wrong, I’m saving up for a Old Town 106 powered by Minn Kota. 👍😎🎣💦🌈
I do Claudia, but I also don’t want people to spend and waste money on the things that will literally last forever if you buy quality. I’m working a a series if Buyers Guide videos this year to address products at different price points
Appreciate the honesty! 'If you can't get line your knuckles with the blade" comment had me on the floor! Honesty establishes trust!
Chad, thank you for your insight and sharing. I ended biting the bullet and bought the best paddle I could afford. My family and I are just getting into kayaking and kayak fishing. I bought the Bending Branches Carbon Plus. The kids will continue the free paddles that came with the vibe kayaks. I liked your description of how much a $400.00 paddle can cost $1000.00. I cannot tell you how many times that has happened to me in my life. I went through that with canoes and paddles for the canoes
I always learn some thing from you, I'm a new kayaker in fact because of covid 19 I've not had my new Old Town top water 106 in the water yet, also I don't want to go by myself for the first time. My friend whose been a kayaker for a long time guided me to the Carlisle magic angler paddle, and he will be going with me for the first time, I'm not a young guy at 77 but I gave up Motorcycling for the kayak, good choice I think. I love watching your channel thanks for what you do teaching us the ropes.👍😷
Great info! I will definitely be implementing the paddle rudder technique.
As for your question about attire, I think if Christy is picking the outfit, you're probably good to go. Lol
I will be a first time kayaker this year and this was very helpful.
I'm a t shirt and shorts guy, the other day i wore a long sleeved shirt with blue jeans and someone commented that i didn't have the button holes lined up....... back to T shirts for me. I love the presentation that is packed with good info, i agree with the saying " buy the best you can afford, you won't be sorry"! btw... pinochle is a fun game.
Thanks, Chad. I am looking forward to that video where you talk about pedaling. I'm feeling the pressure to put the pedal drive on my Flint. I think I'm just fine with a paddle, though.
Chad that! Was friggin funny... lol. I am beginning to like your humor.... And thank you for the VLOG paddling very good stuff...
enjoyed the paddling lesson. Who knew there was that much to it, no wonder the fish are gone after I get to my spot. LOL
I'm 64 and have never considered matching my shoes to my shirt. And I have worked in corporate America all my adult life. Maybe in sports that makes since; Carolina blue cleats with Carolina blue jersey.
Be safe...
THIS was a fantastic video. Well worth watching.
Good information, thanks!
One of your best videos thank you
Thank you so very much for all your advice sn sharing of knowledge! I will be getting my first kayak soon and cant wait to put this info to use!!! Keep up the good work!
PS. If it makes the wife happy that your shirt and shoes match then no other opinion should count. Lol at least that is what my wife would say!!!
So glad I found your channel it’s helped me a ton! I highly recommend this channel to new kayak fisherman!👍
Hey Chad, first time commenting. Just wanted to thank you for all the videos you have made. This one in particular was extremely helpful for a new yaker. I started with an aluminum paddle the yak manufacturer merchandise it as specifically for the model yak I got. This video guided me to now run a Bending Branches Angler Pro. The difference is night and day. It’s a totally different experience on the water.
Thanks, glad I could help
Thank you for the info.👍
I got the scout first and now see this video. Haven't even got my yak yet. Great content Chad.
great advise, thanks again
Great video
Thanks for another informative video. By the way, the shoes look good.👍
Just got into Kayaking awesome info Chad and you are a funny guy.
Thank you Lycan247
OH MY GOD! When you said "if your not smart enough to understand this" i just about pissed myself! I love it. Tell it how it is brother.
I just “Keep it Reel!” Thanks
Thanks for the great tips Chad, appreciate the practical deviation from the "high-end" paddling instruction for us anglers. And there's nothing wrong with a little color coordination, besides, you know what they say, "happy wife-happy life".
This video is gold!!!
Maybe sounds silly, but I love the paddles that have feet and inches marked on them. Also really like the paddles that have a little nick in the blade to help unsnap lures from objects underwater. I got a Bending Branches Angler Scout in Sage Green with an Aluminum Shaft and love it when I need it from my pedal drive kayak that ran me about a $100.
Christie is doing a great job keep it up.
Great tips on how to paddle.
Thank you, glad you liked it
See that's why I only have my work boots. that way i can't match my shirt and shoes.
Loving the videos too, I'm looking into getting a kayak in the next few weeks once all this ice melts and your videos are super helpful
Thanks! Glad you like ‘em
I subscribed because of the cereal eating demonstration. Lol
Thank you for the information and yes, you look good 😊
Good vid. Funny. Hey, your hat matches your pants as well. Good stuff.
So, I’ve glued my paddle to my hand. I’m paddling great, but now I’m having trouble fishing with the paddle stuck to me. 🤔🤔🤔
Killer info!! And not sure if it's acceptable but it happened to me as well?😊
I love your videos, keep it up! This is probably not the venue for making a request, but here goes. Could you do a purchasing kayak video on inflatable fishing kayaks for those of us who do not have any storage space large enough for a regular one? Thank you!!
This video has convinced me that I need a pedal kayak. =)
Thanks so much for sharing your kayak expertise. Any advice for hooking up a Lowrance totalscan transducer on the Bonafide DryPod
Chat, great video on paddling.
I like to match colors on most things. It looks good.
This video deserves more views for the comedy and the info lol
Thanks Heath! 🙏
You like myself are fortunate to have the love of a good woman.
All us neanderthals need women like Kristie in our lives.
Keep up the good work Kristie.
That is a Great video Chad!
The ending had me laughing so hard 🤣🤣
Well Skeet Reese matches his shoes to his Rods and Reels LOL
Very well explained Chad. When buying a paddle, treat it like a baby. Don't shake the baby. lol
Great info chad. That yeti behind you looks kinda like a water heater tank lol
Great video, very helpful. Oh and definitely loose the matching shoes or give up your man card! 😂
Looking sharp Chad. Probably best to keep letting Kristy pick out you cloths!😁😂
Great info for us rookies , just getting into kayak fishing . Matching ensemble [ my big word of the day ] will put you on man card probation ? My wife is just proud if my shirt doesn’t have holes or stains .....set the hook brother...
Great video!! What do you do if you buy too long of a paddle?
Yes they can match!
I just can't stop staring at those awesome bonafide kayaks in the background. Wish I could afford one of those.
Tuscanygp I’ve been Saving for a year now to buy one, got to make it a goal if you really want it.
MEEEE TOOOOO! 😲😆😎
Chad, I'm 66 yrs old, married 38.5 yrs, and I wear jeans, black T-shirts and walmart tennies or sandals. Wear what makes you comfortable. 'nuff said.
New to kayaking, thanks for paddle info... 😎👍
If you cant understand what im doing with m'y knukkles i cant help you 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Dude, I have all different colors of Chuck Taylor's to match my shirts,even if I'm just catfishing on the bayou!
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I've been married for 17 years and I always wear what I want to wear. Anyways as far as the paddle goes I agree I've got one right now that I paid somewhere around $100 for. It was all I could afford at the time. But I'll hopefully be upgrading to a good paddle for this fishing season.
If the shoes and shirt match by accident all good but if it's deliberate you could have an issue...lol...great vid. Love the sarcasm.
Great info as usual. It depends on the shirt would you wear salmon colored shoes with a salmon colored shirt?
Chad,
Great content the spoon/cereal analogy is a great one. If anyone is planning on paddling a kayak for the rest of their life invest in a great paddle as your first one it definitely will save your body and your pocket in the long run. Learning proper techniques early in anyone's kayak experiences will keep you paddling for the long term. Chad it has nothing to do with #MetroSexual #RealMenRealStyle we always have to look good at everything we do #KayakFishing as well.
Thanks for putting these videos together. Hoping to get into a kayak in the next year or so. But to answer your question. My wife and I have been together for 18 years she gave up dressing me 16byears ago. I think it's a phase all wives go through. I call it Ken doll syndrome.
Matching is A OK Bro!
Thanks brother! 👊🏻
It’s all good 👍🏼👍🏼
Good info. The old adage of standing one up and getting your fi gertips over the top edge of the paddle is obsolete?
Hey Chad it's OK to have a coordinated wardrobe ... and if it take Kristi to do it for you so long as it is still something you would wear any way just maybe not in that combination let her do it. She wants to help! If it starts to approach Fu-Fu then put your foot down by all means! LOL! Seriously you are still wearing fishing garb from what I can see ... go with the flow! I wear jeans and a cotton camo shirt most of the time because I live alone and well I don't have a 'she' looking out for my best interest and wanting me to look my best. And I'm not in the public view all the time! BTW ... We differ slightly in our paddle technique ... I don't use a solid glue hand ... mine is right hand control but because of my wrist action I have to loosen a bit when the 'glue' in your stroke is looked down. Other than that your demo was spot on.
Camo on camo or black on black would be the exceptions and the way you can work with that matching situation haha
I have a pro, love it.
wait...so to be a good kayak fisherman I need glue and grease for my hands???? lmao good stuff Chad, keep em comin!!!!
Great video Chad! And to answer your question......If you are going fishing, that matching shoes are probably a no. But in this case you are presenting yourself as a professional, making a nice presentation, so it's all good! But then again, if you could see how I dress when I am fishing, maybe you don't want to listen to me!!! hahahahah!!!!!!!
you can!!!! why not :) I like it
I just bought the BB carbon fiber with the wood , paid 350. My wife says it changed her entire day on water. Looks like I better grab one myself
Yessir
I use “Grip and slip” but love glue and grease...better visual. I teach CPR....Catch, Pull, Release for the stroke.
Please, be sure to buy the best performing paddle you can afford from the start. I purchased a Werner paddle and was absolutely shocked at the $400 dollar price tag. However, when I tested other, heavier paddles made of weaker material and then tested my Werner, the benefits were over the top noticeable. I now have two years and nearly 500 miles of kayaking on this paddle and it's been an absolute TOOL, for my YAK passion! Your paddle will become a TOOL, to get you where you want to go and get you out of trouble, many many times over and durability and performance will matter 100% of the time. P.S. Chad, excellent job my friend and keep up the good work!
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Chad, I've got a follow up question. Could you explain how to choose the best length of paddle? I want to buy a new "forever" paddle, but I'm concerned about getting the correct length. I have a Jackson Big Rig and a Nucanoe F12. Both are very wide kayaks.
Ok now what? I did exactly like you said lined my knuckles up glued my right hand to paddle left hand as the usual grease hand etc. Now I'm paddling smoothly so can you do a video on how to fish with paddle glued to my hand ?
Yeap. Stay tuned.... 😬😬😬
Which bonafide are in the background? Also thank you for the extremely helpful video on proper paddling 🤘🏽
Yes it is ok to match your shoes to your shirt
(My girlfriend and my mom and my grandma from both sides of my family each have a gun to my head)
The answer is no!!!! nice video thanks. I'm choosing a double bladed paddle for my canoe and I love bending branches. Just a tip maybe if you put the specs for the bending branches (weight in particular and materials) in your product description and include the review in your title ( eg. w/ Bending Branches paddle break down) this video could blow up
I see your paddle offset in your videos. Wondered the correct position. Hight of person? width of kayak? Wind? What would be start to extreme position. Great video.
Yes Chad, Kristie is right.....you are not wrong for matching at all!!!!!
LOL @ 7:50 you went into a slight "Wo-Man" moment there I caught that! Now onto asking...ummm I didn't buy an adjustable paddle...I bought my first 80 dollar Pelican which I think I'm happy with that has a glue hand indent that auto adjusts to knuckle...Now that you mentioned length adjustment I'm ...well...bummed! I'd have liked some extra length as I've touched on the need already and this is my first spin on a yak!
LOL at 16:02 and ya know...image often improves drastically in all fields so you've nailed the presentation obviously! You come off as "braw", magnetic with that little edge of hmmm, I must know how he can do that (present in them threads) and you only add to the character cause I see at times a slightly rowdy little bugger I hung with growing up so with that said you then should be able to nail anything as you fit well with anything!
You look fairy nice!! Good vid!!