04-05-2010, 02:31 AM
I finally got my rig together. It's a Classic Accessories Rogue SP. Attached are some photos of how I rigged mine. Thanks to all those on this forum who have posted photos... you were a great source for ideas.
I took it out for it's maiden voyage today. Everything seemed to work together well enough but I'll probably make some adjustments as time goes on. I know that I'll want to use a trolling motor next time it's windy. And since this is Kansas, that will probably be the next time I go out... it blows a lot around here! I didn't catch any bass, and I got a real workout rowing against the wind. Otherwise, I had a great time.
Some observations:
The anchoring system is next to impossible to use if you have a fairly heavy anchor. I 'm using a block of steel that weighs 14 pounds. Works great, but hard to pull up using pulley and guide system. Too much friction.
I'm going to invest in a air pressure gauge. I thought I had plenty of air when I left the shore, but it seemed to lose a little once out on the lake, probably due to the cold water.
The wheel is nice, but it works better if you don't load it down with all your equipment for the trip to the shoreline.
And, I have to remember to tighten the seat wingnuts.
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I took it out for it's maiden voyage today. Everything seemed to work together well enough but I'll probably make some adjustments as time goes on. I know that I'll want to use a trolling motor next time it's windy. And since this is Kansas, that will probably be the next time I go out... it blows a lot around here! I didn't catch any bass, and I got a real workout rowing against the wind. Otherwise, I had a great time.
Some observations:
The anchoring system is next to impossible to use if you have a fairly heavy anchor. I 'm using a block of steel that weighs 14 pounds. Works great, but hard to pull up using pulley and guide system. Too much friction.
I'm going to invest in a air pressure gauge. I thought I had plenty of air when I left the shore, but it seemed to lose a little once out on the lake, probably due to the cold water.
The wheel is nice, but it works better if you don't load it down with all your equipment for the trip to the shoreline.
And, I have to remember to tighten the seat wingnuts.
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