By Paul LebowitzPowered bait tanks, also known as live wells, are mainstays for California-style kayak fishing. The tournament angler is handicapped without a simple yet robust means to keep a catch kicking. Out at the kelp, the chances for a yellowtail or halibut dinner plummet when you're not using the real thing: live bait. Unlike in years past, when the only option was to build your own, today high quality commercial kayak bait tanks and kits are readily available. Don't settle for a submersible bucket - what a drag! Angler’s Yak Shack KayaTank: The slick KayaTank is the first internal bait tank designed specifically for kayaks. The streamlined in-hull design puts the weight of the filled tank down on the waterline where it enhances stability. In most kayaks, the KayaTank sits conveniently just in front of the angler, eliminating the sometimes awkward reach-around. www.anglersyakshack.com Liquid Fishing Thresher Tank Kit: Your kayak popped out of a rotomold. Why not your bait tank? Liquid Fishing’s value-priced 4.7 gal. plastic Thresher tank comes as an easy to assemble kit complete with a built-in battery compartment and an aerator head. Add a 12 volt 7 amp battery and you’re ready to go. www.liquidfishing.com. Retrofish Interactive Kayak Fishing Bait Tank / Live Well CD-ROM: For the do-it-yourself types who need just a bit of guidance, Retrofish Interactive has the perfect solution. Step by step instructions and video guide construction of an external 11”x15” bait tank that features a watertight electrical system and an integrated battery compartment. www.retrofish.net. |
Bait in a Bag: Shimano’s Bristol Bay Portable Live Well |
