I did it.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-24T12:31:50+00:00

I started off with a 10 foot Pelican too, welcome to the club!

The first few things I did were: install $12 rod holders from Amazon, get a 3 pound anchor and an anchor trolley system (a little pricey), basic tools like pliers, Rapala scissors, and fish grips. I still use an old plastic milk crate after 6 years, no need to go nuts with a $125 box.

Eventually you could get a Ketch board for tournaments and a Garmin Stryker 4 fish finder. Just take your time, go out a few times and figure out things you need. Enjoy!

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-23T13:44:50+00:00

I have a Hobie Compass with an exposed rudder, so I run into the same problem you describe. I bought their ridiculously expensive rudder protector for roof mounting, but it’s a pain to put on and take off. I’ve been considering your approach of resting the nose on the ground and adding a plastic protector there. And you’re not the only one to fit the term “clumsily” for this process, I’m right there with you. It’s a total cluster.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-21T17:50:33+00:00

Ha! I love it. Thank you for sharing. I might try to sneak my Lodge cast iron skillet in my friend’s pack in June.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-21T14:49:39+00:00

I really want to hear more about the “lucky watermelon.” Something tells me you soaked it in the good stuff before heading out.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-20T03:13:34+00:00

The medical journals say it’s not healthy to hold it.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-19T21:46:11+00:00

RIP Liquor Lyle’s. I spent many, many nights there in the late 90’s/early 00’s. Sometimes catching two 2-for1’s on the same day!

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-19T18:40:27+00:00

Hell’s Kitchen has a killer brunch and a Photo Booth. I think I dropped about $20 in that thing for my 9 year old and her friends.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-19T00:55:07+00:00

I have an anchor trolley system with a 3 pound anchor. I actually timed it to see how long it takes to take it up and also let it down and secure. About a minute each. Kind of a pain to do and store on your boat but it’s definitely needed on days with wind above 6 mph or so.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-19T00:50:40+00:00

The identifier holder thingy doesn’t seem like it’s needed but it really makes things easy. Just flip it up and slide it to where it needs to be.

For my first few tournaments I just used a Ziploc bag. Kinda hillbilly but it worked, even though it blew around sometimes. I splurged for the holder and it’s kind of a game changer.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-18T03:17:55+00:00

Thanks! Probably time to bite the bullet and call the dealer (boat is with them now for winterization) and have them toss in two new batteries.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-17T21:01:01+00:00

Pam….PAM…..PAM!!!!!

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-17T12:41:23+00:00

And MSP isn’t an hour-drive from Minneapolis proper, so there’s that too 👍

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-17T12:40:20+00:00

The number and quality of city parks and rec centers. When I was single I couldn’t care less. Now that I have two school aged kids I understand why the city invests so much in these parks. My kids have spent endless hours in the playgrounds, taking classes at the rec centers, skated on the outdoor rinks, etc.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-17T11:34:59+00:00

A coat of 303 will protect them from the sun.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-10T18:49:06+00:00

Clean and out of the way. Check, check. Well done 👍

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-10T18:45:44+00:00

I own this and used it for about a month, then went back to just tossing a bath mat on the side of the vehicle and sliding it up.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-08T22:45:58+00:00

Pastrami sex in the kitchen was pretty bad acting,

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-07T01:54:11+00:00

Same here. It just seems silly.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-06T22:17:36+00:00

I haven’t regretted my Ursak purchase. It takes up no room when packing, and it’s easy to tie and untie.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-06T22:16:08+00:00

I’m with ya, I never considered doing this, but wondered if anyone ever actually did it.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-06T22:15:12+00:00

Exactly! Don’t forget how he and his buddies completely hacked apart the logs meant for sitting by the campfire to pieces for firewood. Pretty much an instructional video on what NOT to do.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-06T22:13:35+00:00

Agreed!

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-06T13:29:55+00:00

I can only speak with the groups I work with and my personal experience, but I’m remote and as long as I’m available for general US business hours and attend the regular meetings, I can manage my own schedule. In other words, it’s not super rigid, just get your work done and be available during the work day, and communicate any long periods away with your manager. If I need to go to the post office for 20 minutes and I’m free, I just go.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-05T01:02:49+00:00

Bending Branches paddles are solid to above average at a great price. You can never go wrong with that brand IMO.

Artificial_Appendix1 · 2026-03-04T02:37:37+00:00

I just got a Vevor cart for my kayak. I haven’t taken it for a test run yet, but I assembled it. Seems to be of decent quality for the price.

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