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It is becoming widely known that fishing kayaks are being bought up like never before. Especially in times like we are in today, people are finally realizing that the big bass boats that go 60mph are just not necessary to catch fish. A lot of people are finding fishing kayaks as a way to get on the water, and more often than not, are catching more fish than they ever did off the big bass boats.

Fishing kayaks allow you to sneak and creep through the water, without being noticed by fish. You are also able to draft incredibly shallow, so you can even get back through the muck that the big boat guys are afraid of. We used to do it on our bass rig, but we had to wade fish the shore to get anything done.

This worked, for the most part. During spawning season, these fish don’t typically abandon their bed, so walking through the water won’t spook them. Any other time, good luck, or get a fly rod. But with fishing kayaks, you can see the bed from a farther reach, and are able to sneak up onto it. Fishing kayaks are incredibly stealthy, and this is helping their sales more than hurting it.

Another reason people are picking up so many fishing kayaks these days, is because of how easy it is to stow a kayak. With more than 3 or 4 kayaks you can easily store them upside down, tied to the ceiling in the garage. When was the last time you saw a boat you could do that with?

I do this, and trust me, my fiance disagrees, and believes I don’t need that many boats. Fishing Kayaks force people to know what gear is necessary to catch fish, and only take it out for the day. After discovering this, I sold just about all of my tackle, and used the profits to get a kayak, and also enjoy a nice little vacation to Bimini. I had a good bit of gear.

Outrageous gas prices effect people buying fishing kayaks heavily. I have blown a grand on more than one occasion, just boating around on the weekend with my family. When we finally got rid of it, it hurt me to think about how much time and money went into it.

It is super expensive running big boats in todays economy, in other words. When gas was approaching $5 dollars a gallon, you can’t imagine how much we spent on just a weekend in fuel. Trolling motors were useless after an hour.

These days, times are tough, and a lot of people are starting to find out how fishing kayaks can bring you more in touch with nature and fishing for a very small entry price. If you can find a used kayak, pick it up for a decent price, treat it well, and resell it for the same price, or better, later when you are ready to upgrade.

It is becoming widely known that fishing kayaks are being bought up like never before. Especially in times like we are in today, people are finally realizing that the big bass boats that go 60mph are just not necessary to catch fish. A lot of people are finding fishing kayaks as a way to get on the water, and more often than not, are catching more fish than they ever did off the big bass boats.

Fishing kayaks allow you to sneak and creep through the water, without being noticed by fish. You are also able to draft incredibly shallow, so you can even get back through the muck that the big boat guys are afraid of. We used to do it on our bass rig, but we had to wade fish the shore to get anything done.

This worked, for the most part. During spawning season, these fish don’t typically abandon their bed, so walking through the water won’t spook them. Any other time, good luck, or get a fly rod. But with fishing kayaks, you can see the bed from a farther reach, and are able to sneak up onto it. Fishing kayaks are incredibly stealthy, and this is helping their sales more than hurting it.

Another example of why people are buying so many fishing kayaks lately, is because of the ease of storing it. You can’t put your bass boat in the hallway upside down, or any boat for that matter. With 4-5 fishing kayaks, you can easily mount them or hang them upside down. This many kayaks allows you to take your entire family, and maybe even a friend.

I have more than a few kayaks, and my fiance hates the fact that kayaks are easy to store. She thinks that I just don’t need that many kayaks, but seriously, different styles of fishing require different setups. Fishing kayaks do force people to know exactly what lures and line setups to bring on the boat for the day, because you can’t carry every setup you have with you.

The gas bills always come into play when owning a big boat. Some weekends, I have blown through $1000 worth of gas, just taking the family out for the weekend. Now that I have sold my boat, it almost upsets me to think about the money we had invested in it.

In short terms, it is outrageously expensive running big boats in todays economy. It was even worse when gas was touching five bucks a gallon. Using the electric motors was useless, as it cost more to charge it, and they rarely lasted an hour at most.

These days, times are tough, and a lot of people are starting to find out how fishing kayaks can bring you more in touch with nature and fishing for a very small entry price. If you can find a used kayak, pick it up for a decent price, treat it well, and resell it for the same price, or better, later when you are ready to upgrade.

A question often asked by visitors is which Anglesey beach would a local person recommend to make their stay on the island one to remember. There are in fact many outstanding beaches on this island in the Irish Sea off North Wales, boasting over 125 miles of exquisite coastline. And significantly many of them regularly win European Blue Flag and Resort Seaside Awards as well as Green Coast Beaches for water quality.

The most popular beaches of Anglesey are not necessarily the easiest to reach, yet the struggle to get there is well worth the effort. Take Llanddona beach on the east coast, a soft sandy expanse which sweeps in a north easterly arc and surrounded by high lush green hills and trees, yet the road is a narrow one and a challenge for the driver. A large quantity of silver coins was recently discovered on this beach, and more may be hidden, while there is a tale of the Witches of Llanddona which has fascinated people over the years.

Llanddwyn is an Anglesey beach situated on the south east corner of the island, approached through Newborough Forest, an impressive collection of conifers where some red squirrels still survive. When you reach the beach the vast expanse is breathtaking, whether you arrive here on a blustery winter day or in the heat of the mid summer sun. A nearby rocky island is home to an old white lighthouse and derelict church, where Demi Moore filmed scenes from her paranormal Half Light movie.

When visiting one of the beaches on Anglesey you may notice bright orange life rings attached to the ground, and these could mean the difference between life and death if someone is in serious difficulty in the water. Visitors should respect this important rescue equipment, and especially when you consider that in 2008 alone 38 people drowned off the island coast. If you see a life ring damaged you need to contact the local council immediately.

If you travel to the west of Anglesey at Church Bay there is an interesting Green flag beach, where the coastal path runs along high cliffs which surround this narrow cove popular with swimmers. Often you will see some kayaks gathering at the beach ready to begin a coastal exploration, or perhaps go further to the Skerries Rock lighthouse. On your way to Church Bay you will drive along a narrow country lane, decked with flowers, and on arrival you cant miss the Lobster Pot restaurant.

In the south west is Holy Island where you find the Port of Holyhead and two Blue Flag beaches at Porth Dafarch and Trearddur Bay. To celebrate the Millennium, a Celtic cross was erected in the marram grass at Trearddur. These two beach locations also have dog free zones operating between May and September, which is a facility asked for by a number of people.

If you want a heads-up for your Anglesey beach holiday then remember not to go out to sea in a large inflatable dinghy, particularly if the wind is blowing out to sea. Your best not to eat a heavy meal before swimming, and dont be afraid to ask the beach warden for advice on anything you are not sure about. Looking after your pets means not leaving them in parked cars in hot weather, and make sure you have plenty of cold non-alcoholic drinks to prevent dehydration.

While some travel to the island for relaxing walks along the coastal path, others engage in high energy water sports like surfing, kayaking, swimming or coasteering, or just to relax on the sandy stretches and watch the lovely sunsets in the west. Whatever your reason, you can be sure that your Anglesey beach experience will be a memorable one for years to come.