mother-ship idea - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Sdspeed · 12-18-2012, 01:39 PM

It looks like I may not be able to use a kayak to fish due to back issues. So i found this 18" center console with an economical outboard on it,bait tank,ice chest, gps/ff etc. what i was thinking was if i constructed padded racks to hang above the water line on each side to support a kayak and perhaps carry 1 more in the boat would it possible that the guys could get in and out of their kayaks without going swimming. That way i could stay on the boat and enjoy the fishing and company and the adventurous kayaker could go further out, fish and put the kayak back on-board and ride back to shore bragging about the one that got away !

would it work?

jorluivil · 12-18-2012, 02:56 PM

Unless you're planning on moving at 5kts the racks will have to be made out of something other than PVC. I don't think that hanging the racks on the port and starboard side will be able to support the kayak(s), the amount of force that is put on a boat when the bow hits a water will be to much for the pvc and there is a very good chance it will break. It would probably be a better idea to sell all your kayak gear and invest in a new tower for the boat.

Sdspeed · 12-18-2012, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by jorluivil

Unless you're planning on moving at 5kts the racks will have to be made out of something other than PVC. I don't think that hanging the racks on the port and starboard side will be able to support the kayak(s), the amount of force that is put on a boat when the bow hits a water will be to much for the pvc and there is a very good chance it will break. It would probably be a better idea to sell all your kayak gear and invest in a new tower for the boat.

who said anything about PVC.

jorluivil · 12-18-2012, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by jorluivil

Unless you're planning on moving at 5kts the racks will have to be made out of something other than PVC. I don't think that hanging the racks on the port and starboard side will be able to support the kayak(s), the amount of force that is put on a boat when the bow hits a water will be to much for the pvc and there is a very good chance it will break. It would probably be a better idea to sell all your kayak gear and invest in a new tower for the boat.

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Originally Posted by Sdspeed

who said anything about PVC.

No one said it was, I was simply implying that you should make it out of something other than PVC. But what do I know about how a boat works, I've never owned.

or have I

jorluivil · 12-18-2012, 04:06 PM

OK, all kidding aside. If you're planning on heading out in open water hanging them off the side regardless of whether you use aluminum or not will cause to much of a strain on the rack and the boat. I was a private boater for roughly six years, I know what it's like to be on a boat that is constantly pounding waves, crossing the Catalina Channel at 2pm is no joke. If my feet and boat took a beating from the constant pounding of the boat I can't imagine what kind of strain you would be putting on a rack that hangs over the side. I would recommend you just strap them to the bow, tow them or lean them on either side of the boat.

bus kid · 12-18-2012, 04:09 PM

Its a good idea but unless you only plan on 4 people fishing you better get a bigger boat. The weight of kayaks, racks and anglers is going to be a issue for a 18 foot boat.

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Originally Posted by jorluivil

But what do I know about how a boat works, I've never owned.

or have I

Sdspeed · 12-18-2012, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by bus kid

Its a good idea but unless you only plan on 4 people fishing you better get a bigger boat. The weight of kayaks, racks and anglers is going to be a issue for a 18 foot boat.

Your right, I was just thinking me and 2 or 3 guys that want to fish from their kayaks. I was thinking of a rack that would most likely be resting on the gunnel not swinging from the side.

What I was wondering was can a angler get in and out of the kayak once your on site, I realize the Real Mothership uses a oversized swim step.

Just thought with a little engineering a few guys could go a little further out and I wouldn't have to fish alone. Not looking to start a business. just more Fun!

Mongo Johnson · 12-18-2012, 03:42 PM

27' Carolina Skiff -- The Kayak Mother Ship
Comfortable Seating for Six

Fully Coast Guard Equipped
Live Well
Motor Jack Plate for Shallow and Deep Water Fishing -- Runs in 12" Fully Loaded
GPS
VHF Marine Radio
Cellular Phone
Bimini Top for Shade
Iced Coolers and Island Music FM Stereo/CD!
Recommended for up to Six Anglers -- Bring the Whole Family
2 Hot Spiced deck girls optional

Sdspeed · 12-18-2012, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Mongo Johnson

27' Carolina Skiff -- The Kayak Mother Ship
Comfortable Seating for Six

Fully Coast Guard Equipped
Live Well
Motor Jack Plate for Shallow and Deep Water Fishing -- Runs in 12" Fully Loaded
GPS
VHF Marine Radio
Cellular Phone
Bimini Top for Shade
Iced Coolers and Island Music FM Stereo/CD!
Recommended for up to Six Anglers -- Bring the Whole Family
2 Hot Spiced deck girls optional

see this wasn't that tough of question

Biggameaddict · 12-18-2012, 03:58 PM

You can tie the yaks down on the side of the boat if theres room.or lay em flat on the ground.

12-18-2012, 02:56 PM	#2
jorluivil Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,855	Unless you're planning on moving at 5kts the racks will have to be made out of something other than PVC. I don't think that hanging the racks on the port and starboard side will be able to support the kayak(s), the amount of force that is put on a boat when the bow hits a water will be to much for the pvc and there is a very good chance it will break. It would probably be a better idea to sell all your kayak gear and invest in a new tower for the boat. __________________ www.facebook.com/Teamsewer

12-18-2012, 04:06 PM	#5
jorluivil Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,855	OK, all kidding aside. If you're planning on heading out in open water hanging them off the side regardless of whether you use aluminum or not will cause to much of a strain on the rack and the boat. I was a private boater for roughly six years, I know what it's like to be on a boat that is constantly pounding waves, crossing the Catalina Channel at 2pm is no joke. If my feet and boat took a beating from the constant pounding of the boat I can't imagine what kind of strain you would be putting on a rack that hangs over the side. I would recommend you just strap them to the bow, tow them or lean them on either side of the boat. __________________ www.facebook.com/Teamsewer

12-18-2012, 03:42 PM	#8
Mongo Johnson Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Long Beach Posts: 192	Alternate Mo' ship 27' Carolina Skiff -- The Kayak Mother Ship Comfortable Seating for Six Fully Coast Guard Equipped Live Well Motor Jack Plate for Shallow and Deep Water Fishing -- Runs in 12" Fully Loaded GPS VHF Marine Radio Cellular Phone Bimini Top for Shade Iced Coolers and Island Music FM Stereo/CD! Recommended for up to Six Anglers -- Bring the Whole Family 2 Hot Spiced deck girls optional __________________ A day on the water . . . priceless.

12-18-2012, 03:58 PM	#10
Biggameaddict The Kayak Peddler Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: North Hollywood Posts: 591	You can tie the yaks down on the side of the boat if theres room.or lay em flat on the ground. __________________ Keep your rod close, your gaff closer, and your paddle on a leash.