Finally a Kayak Owner - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

OB Paddler · 03-06-2007, 12:04 PM

Oh, and I almost forgot,

The Corryvrecken is a high angle paddle. Which means you need to determine what type of stroke you have. Picture from Werners website. You might want to try this paddle fit quiz.

Useful Idiot · 03-07-2007, 08:30 AM

Good info so far on the paddle. The Corrvrecken is a high angle blade shape which is more powerful but also more fatiguing (lightweight materials like carbon fiber will help to offset the fatigue factor). The Kalliste is a low angle alternative with a longer, narrower blade. We stock both paddles at OEX if you'd like to check em out.

If you have any questions on installing the transducer give us a call, we'd be more than happy to walk ya through it.
-Brian

Garibaldi_Hunter · 03-07-2007, 08:36 AM

Thanks guys for all the info. I'm still a little torn on what paddle to go with. I've spoken to patrick at ONNO and have been giving some serious consideration to the full blade paddle they sell which is a little smaller than the CoryVecken however not sure what their turnaround time is yet.

I know that OEX sells the kayatank I was curious about installation on this. I checked their website and the instructions say to install in the center hatch. Is there any reason for selecting the center hatch rather than the rear? I know that having it in the center is nice for having it accessible however I personally like to store tackle in this hatch as I access that far more than bait. Is there any noticeable ride difference from having it in the rear vs center?

What does OEX charge for installation? And how long does it usually take? for kayatank.

Useful Idiot · 03-07-2007, 09:22 AM

The kayatank is $370 installed (includes battery, timer switch, toggle switch, pump, everything needed). On an extreme you can put it in either hatch, but you need to decide beforehand because they are different bags. On the X-Factor you can only put it in the center hatch because of the angled rear hatch design. There's a few guys that have the kayatank in the rear hatch that I'm sure will chime in.

The longest part of the installation process is getting the tank. They're all made to order. We've been working on expediting the process a little bit, but once we have the tank it'll take us about 4 hours to install.
-Brian

madscientist · 03-07-2007, 10:21 AM

I have the kayatank in the rear on both my extremes. I prefer to have it behind me as I like o have the center hatch for tackle and such. The only drawback I've encountered is that the rear hatch area is deeper, so the tank holds more. This is not much of a problem and you could raise the bag with something underneath if the extra water volume was a concern. I usually just keep some beers in there to displace a bit of water, unless I have a ton of bait.

OB Paddler · 03-07-2007, 10:49 AM

GH, Brian is right, I was very impressed with the fact that OEX is now carrying Werner paddles. Another plus is they have them for the same price as everyone else. My understanding is that Werner controls the price on all paddles sales.

My only other advice is try before you buy, make sure the paddle you get is one you are comfortable paddling. I tried 8+ paddles before I bought the Corryvreckon glass (the carbon was not within my budget at the time).

Paddler - Out

PescadorPete · 03-08-2007, 06:51 AM

I have an ONNO Full Tour Carbon signature and like it a lot. I don't know what his prices are these days but back then, his custom paddle was substantially less than an off the shelf, non custom paddle. As Brad points out, getting hold of Patrick is the only issue. But once I did, he built me a paddle in less than a week.

BTW, West Marine has a lot of electronics on sale. I got a West Marine VHF for sub $100. Waterproof bag $4. The old BoatUS store on Rosecrans still had a big selection (not much left in the big store down by the SD boat landings.)

03-07-2007, 08:30 AM	#2
Useful Idiot Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 286	Good info so far on the paddle. The Corrvrecken is a high angle blade shape which is more powerful but also more fatiguing (lightweight materials like carbon fiber will help to offset the fatigue factor). The Kalliste is a low angle alternative with a longer, narrower blade. We stock both paddles at OEX if you'd like to check em out. If you have any questions on installing the transducer give us a call, we'd be more than happy to walk ya through it. -Brian __________________

03-07-2007, 09:22 AM	#4
Useful Idiot Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 286	The kayatank is $370 installed (includes battery, timer switch, toggle switch, pump, everything needed). On an extreme you can put it in either hatch, but you need to decide beforehand because they are different bags. On the X-Factor you can only put it in the center hatch because of the angled rear hatch design. There's a few guys that have the kayatank in the rear hatch that I'm sure will chime in. The longest part of the installation process is getting the tank. They're all made to order. We've been working on expediting the process a little bit, but once we have the tank it'll take us about 4 hours to install. -Brian __________________

03-07-2007, 10:21 AM	#5
madscientist Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,906	I have the kayatank in the rear on both my extremes. I prefer to have it behind me as I like o have the center hatch for tackle and such. The only drawback I've encountered is that the rear hatch area is deeper, so the tank holds more. This is not much of a problem and you could raise the bag with something underneath if the extra water volume was a concern. I usually just keep some beers in there to displace a bit of water, unless I have a ton of bait. __________________

03-08-2007, 06:51 AM	#7
PescadorPete Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Leucadia, CA Posts: 261	ONNO paddles I have an ONNO Full Tour Carbon signature and like it a lot. I don't know what his prices are these days but back then, his custom paddle was substantially less than an off the shelf, non custom paddle. As Brad points out, getting hold of Patrick is the only issue. But once I did, he built me a paddle in less than a week. BTW, West Marine has a lot of electronics on sale. I got a West Marine VHF for sub $100. Waterproof bag $4. The old BoatUS store on Rosecrans still had a big selection (not much left in the big store down by the SD boat landings.)

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03-07-2007, 08:36 AM	#3
Garibaldi_Hunter Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 16	Thanks guys for all the info. I'm still a little torn on what paddle to go with. I've spoken to patrick at ONNO and have been giving some serious consideration to the full blade paddle they sell which is a little smaller than the CoryVecken however not sure what their turnaround time is yet. I know that OEX sells the kayatank I was curious about installation on this. I checked their website and the instructions say to install in the center hatch. Is there any reason for selecting the center hatch rather than the rear? I know that having it in the center is nice for having it accessible however I personally like to store tackle in this hatch as I access that far more than bait. Is there any noticeable ride difference from having it in the rear vs center? What does OEX charge for installation? And how long does it usually take? for kayatank.

03-07-2007, 10:49 AM	#6
OB Paddler Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 21	GH, Brian is right, I was very impressed with the fact that OEX is now carrying Werner paddles. Another plus is they have them for the same price as everyone else. My understanding is that Werner controls the price on all paddles sales. My only other advice is try before you buy, make sure the paddle you get is one you are comfortable paddling. I tried 8+ paddles before I bought the Corryvreckon glass (the carbon was not within my budget at the time). Paddler - Out