Love his videos mostly cause there's no annoying music being Blared in the background

Five years ago, I got a kayak from a friend of mine who bought a new one. We were both new to Kayaking, but were always fishermen. This video was the video we watched over and over again to get inspiration and ideas about what to do with our kayaks. After 5 years, my kayak got a hole worn through it and I looked up some videos for repair ideas and saw this in my suggested videos. Watching this again made me super nostalgic about those days spent working on our kayaks, watching this video, and talking about all the cool stuff we were gonna do. Zoffinger, Thanks for posting this back then! It's had a pretty profound effect on our approach to Kayaking and fishing and helped make a lot of very fond memories. You seem like a super nice and intelligent guy, and I'm grateful for you spending the time to make this video. Tomorrow we're going on a river fishing trip and watching this again not only made me even more excited for the trip, but gave me a few ideas to work on tonight in preparation. Been subbed since 2012 and just wanted to leave a comment letting you know how much of an effect this video had on us. Hope all is well! Be safe and fish on!

I own a hobbie pro angler 12 and lots of expensive crap but man I must admit your set up is awesome and your video is bad to the bone! anyone who gives thumbs down should flogged. I can tell you are a nice dude with an incredible mind. A+ set up and video. /hats off

If MacGyvor had a fishing boat it would be just like this. Friggin awesome. This proves that you don't need an expensive fishing kayak, you just need a kayak and some ingenuity. Keep up the good work.

From someone who spends a lot of time thinking about the best way to do things I would like to say; you've done everyone who ever thought of putting together a fishing kayak a lot of time.

I find it so fascinating how creative you were on this kayak!! Very inspirational!!

I've been designing and building kayaks for years and I gotta' say this is the most innovative piece of work I've seen in many moons. If you don't have a degree in engineering, don't bother, there's not much they can teach you!! Haven't read through all the comments so excuse me if someone else has mentioned this but you really need to do something about the "bitter" end on the anchor line. You will eventually lose it overboard the way you are doing it now. If it were me, I'd take the bitter end and put a loop in it, pre string it through the steel ring and hook the loop over the cleat. When you anchor just feed the line out and then secure it the manner you are now. This way there is no chance of it disappearing overboard leaving you with no anchor. The only other thing I see is that fish box. Boy is it clever but the center of gravity is so high I'd make it a priority to figure out a way to lower it somehow. Sometimes 1/2 and inch of vertical CG displacement in a kayak is critical. Couldn't hurt......

This is the video that started it all for me man, my obsession with both diy boat rigging and fishing. I was twelve years old man.

whos watching in 2020!

You definitely missed your calling: A teacher! You covered everything, and in a totally understandable manner. Your ideas are really clever; you "found a need" and then designed a "fix", for that need. I've built 3 Experimental Class airplanes - out of flying for the present time, and I KNOW that kayaking is the thing for me! You have definitely motivated me and have given me plenty of ideas to incorporate in my little $200.00 dollar kayak (when I get one). My hat is off to you!

i have been interesting lately on buying a kayak i was thinking o spending around $700 to a $1000 in one but with the excellent set up you have you have just showed me you have built a $3000 to $4000 kayak with about $500 bucks. outside of the savings and all that i have to tell you man you have a great designing gift i hope a big company can get you in and get you a good job dude you deserve it.

These were the best Zoff videos. I miss these times before he lost his way.

Wow. This is so cool. I'm more impressed with this then any high end one you can buy. This is really using your brain. Great job.

I remember watching this video long ago. Can't believe its been 10 years. Glad to see you're still making content!

Amazing watching this. And seeing how far you’ve come.

Ive been kayak fishing for over 10 years and ive gotta say this is the most innovative kayak ive seen. Great job bro.

you gotta love pvc and freebee's. love this kayak man. you should start making and selling these as the "PoorMansYak".

There's no compliment I can give you that hasn't already been said here, but you deserve them all man, I too live in florida and have been wanting to go kayak fishing but never tried because I thought my kayak was to small, you have given me the ability to add another great hobby to my life, thank you very much

I am just now looking into kayaking for fishing. I have seen everywhere from cheap to very expensive. After watching your video, I know I can buy a starter kayak and add the thinks that making as good as any expensive one! Good job man!

I've researched SOTs for 2 years and have seen probably 50 kayak videos. This is BY FAR the most interesting, the most helpful and my favorite! Great work! One of the things that draws me to this sport is the DIY process of outfitting a yak. I'm now a channel subscriber--keep the great videos coming. best wishes and happy fishing.

This is awesome man, I just found this video because I was just on craigslist looking for a used kayak which is a sit on top type. I wanted to learn more and found your video which really makes me want to buy it and turn it into something like what you have. great job. thanks for sharing .

Marty just watching some vids to catch up on. But this boat, and watching you DIY Add-ons, is what got me hooked and I wouldn't trade my kayak for anything. I did start with just a moment 10v2, just to learn. Now i have my 120, mirage drive, my J2 Bixpy motor that just came out 8n 2023. All my add-ons, accessories, DIY's, my small new trailer I purchased. And modded out some PVC to pull the kayak up and lower it next to my truck, but mostly all my gear is on the kayak. Epic videos, and you've inspired a lot of us. 🙏 🌊 🎣

you're work on that tool box is epic and brilliant!

Your setup is brilliant! I love how you not only salvaged and reused items that would have ended up in a landfill, but you also decorated each piece to give the whole setup character. Truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing!

This is the coolest setup I have seen.

you have created a very functional and plain cool tool here. You are obviously very intelligent and creative. Its a pleasure that you shared this with us. This should be a lesson to the part time boaters who buy a boat today and get sick of it and buy something else on a whim. I couldn't agree more with the guy that said "anyone who gives a thumbs down should be flogged!!" Thanks Tom

Like the video. Also liked how you show how you rigged yours without spending a fortune. Neat rudder rigging, BTW. Clever.

Your abilities to create are incredible, but your best shot is the way you take us in your ride, in a very natural ambient, that make us feel that we ARE THERE!!! I never miss your videos, and enjoy every minute. Lovesssss

Hell that's a rich man's kayak now. lol Good job.

Incredible value, stable hull design and comfortable cockpit with plenty of storage!

U maybe poor in money but rich in brain and thinking well done buddy

Very thoughtful of you and MUCH appreciated... I just bought a Kayak yesterday after a season of borrowing I needed my own! Picked it up for 200$ and have been looking for inexpensive ideas... you pretty much nailed it and have inspired me to go do some customizing!

Reminds me of that car homer built on the Simpsons. This is sweet!!

Making something out of nothing has been my motto for a long time. Far too many people spend money on items that can be made. Bravo.

A fantastic video bud I loved every minut of it :) wow you got so much stuff on it it un real, I do a lot of kayakjng my self and my buddy , we are from Ireland, this is the best kayakjng video yet that's on you tube , I'm sharing it on to facebook for a to see , well done ,

I have to say that this is probably the best video on kayak modifications I have ever seen. Superbly filmed and described, excellent modifications, finding items that can be re-used and adapted, just great! Thank you for taking the time and trouble to post, I wish you a long and happy life and tight lines when fishing!

been watch'n your vids bro... good stuff... truly in the spirt of yak fish'n.... cheap and easy = fish more! keep it up...

I have added pontoons since I made this video. Now it's a VERY stable platform. I can even throw a cast net from it!

Who's watching in 2016?

Thank you, bludog. The pvc is one inch in diameter. And, Yes. Those are galvanized flanges. I just got a 1" male coupling and found the right size flange to go with it. I have logged hundreds of hours since I installed them and there have been no problems. No leaks at all.

Great ideas! I have an 8 footer that I got at WalMart for $150 and so far I've rigged it up with pontoon stabilizers and a sail made from an umbrella. Your video has inspired me to make additional modifications. Thanks so much.

That kayak has heart and soul. Be proud of your work! I'd rather go fish in this than a new Jackson Cuda anyday.

that is the exact same kayak i bought to start out with. im a broke college student so it was perfect and i was in love with it; its just perfect fro someone starting: lightweight, small, sturdy, and has great balance.. ive gotten a new kayak but i kept the little guy because im fond of it and so that i have extra for friends to use when they want to come with me. i feel bonded to you man!

A real thinking man. The world needs more people like you. Great work.

At first glace, it looks ridiculous. But as I was searching for some accessories i might add to my kayak (ironically red and purchased for $200 on craigslist a few days ago) I am glad that I dedicated a half hour to your video. I can truly appreciate all the effort and hard work you put into your boat and your video! Bravo sir.

What a great video. You show how you designed things and how they work in action. Now I'm not afraid to modify my kayak. Thanks for sharing with the rest of us!

You are genius. I love to build and invent...repurposed stuff...and could probably have designed this, given about five years. Lol. You've saved me a boatload of time. Need to outfit a kayak for my hubby in kind of a hurry...racing cancer and want him to get out and enjoy fishing as much as possible. Looks like you're near us in Florida. We fish the Indian River Lagoon in the Melbourne area. Thanks again SOOO much for sharing what I know took you months, if not years, to accomplish.

I don't even fish and I loved this video... It has given me many great ideas for fabricating my kayak. Thanks

Dude you're a genius. I'm taking notes on your fabulous ideas to rig my own 'yak and I can't tell you how much this half hour taught me. Especially the anchor part, and the lights you installed. Those are the two that I'll definitely will go for. But all the ideas are pure gold, thanks a lot for taking the time to put this together so thoroughly, you rock!!!

well i gotta say this is the finest work done by a true fisherman to his vessel that i have ever seen. AMAZING WORK.

I just bought my first yak a few months ago and started flat fishing for the first time. Your videos have given me ssooo many ideas on how to improve mine. Thank goodness I was bored at work last night or I might not have stumbled across these. I was pleasantly surprised to see you live just down the road from me, which means your fishing tips will definitely help since I'm going out in the same waters :-)

Really great video. It may be a poor man's kayak, but the thought that went into all the details are priceless. Thanks for sharing.

I'm looking to buy my first kayak soon. Seeing what you have done here has really made me rethink things. It's amazing what you have done on a budget.

Hey bud, I don't know your name. But, I will say you have worked wonders with that boat. Your video absolutely blew me away with your creativity on the cheap. Congrats and my hat goes off to you. Job well done.

I'm glad I found this video...I've been wanting a kayak but have been blown away by the price of the Hobies, Wilderness, Native etc... You really have got me even more excited about owning one. I can't wait to find a cheaper model and incorporating some of your ideas.

From one poor kayaker to another... "You've got a gift!" What I always think to myself while doing something innovative is "...and HOW would I survive?" Keep doing what you're doing, brother. Subscribing to your channel.

This is so awesome! Just got a 8ft kayak from craigslist and was worried it was too small to have decked out nice. I'm so pumped now to customize my kayak! Thank you for making this video.

People like you make life so much easier for people like me!! Great job, truly!

I remember this one i remember telling my friend's u know the poor mans kayak fishing guy, this was the first one of ur videos i watched and have been watching ever since nice to see how far u have come well done and keep up the good work looking forward to seeing your business adventure, this one made me buy a kayak 3 years later although here in wales i dont get out as much as we get 12meter tides and it has to be a good day to go out

It may be a poor mans fishing kayak but you have made a nice job, this vid has given me some good ideas for mine too like sticking magnets inside the hull to hold spinners, knives and little tackle boxes within reach which has made life a little easier out there so thanks.

Fantastic ideas and great work! I'm a beginner to this kayak thing and your ideas of not letting anything go into waste is commendable.Thanks for sharing.

I have to say your video was so nicely put together. The first instant I saw your boat in the first part of the video I was thinking, this guy has too much stuff on his kayak! But after just a few moments of you talking and explaining everything I was impressed. I was especially impressed by your adapting and scrounging trash items to make most of the stuff you have. On a budget but so well thought out. On the cheap but well designed. I think your kayak is so inspirational I am thinking about what I can do to my kayak. It is easy to go buy a hobie fishing kayak ( not cheap, but easy) You have done amazing things for a fraction of the cost. I bought my tandem kayak for 100 at a used marine parts store here in key largo, fl. It is a sit in kayak. I have 2 kids under 3 that go with me sometimes. It already has two seats that are mounted on rails inside the boat but I find them wet and not as comfy as I need. So my quest is to find a better seat, possibly one that allows air under my rear so I do not get so soggy if you know what I mean. So if you or anyone reading this comment can suggest anything please feel free. In conclusion, I appreciate the fact that you say you are giving back, what a nice gesture and you expelling so anyone can understand. Good fishing! Jonathan

Yes. The roughest situation had me with this yak loaded with two coolers and camping equipment paddling 7 miles out to a barrier island. The yak wanted to roll if I leaned too far sideways so I had to be conscience of keeping my center of gravity over the middle. Also, the flat bottom and short length makes you more susceptible to the wind. It'll get you there. But you have to paddle much harder than someone in a long, skinny yak that has a V-bottom.

I'm about to buy my first starter yak, and your ideas have solved several of my problems. I was thinking of doing the same thing for wheels with the scupper holes, as well as installing a couple more flush mount rod holders to build a trolling motor mount. Fantastic ideas, well done my friend! 👍

That has to be the most well thought out and put together kayak I have ever seen! Very good job!

Nice work on your kayak. Nothing better then doing it your self. You get what you need and don't pay for over priced stuff. Now I have a need to customize my kayak. Congratulations from Houston Texas fish on brother.

Buying/painting everything red to match the kayak makes it look as if its part of the manufacturer's range. Good looking, well done.

absolutely phenomenal! I cant believe how well you rigged this kayak up. Cant wait to do this myself

Just the video I was looking for ! I've been wanting to get setup with my own Kayak after watching many fisherman doing their thing on the water.It looks great to be out there.I'am from the states,but live in Colombia on the caribbean coast. Finally found a place that sells Kayaks.Hopefully will be on the water in the future.Thumbs up Zoffinger on your video, very well done explaining. Thanks and tight lines.

I need another kayak now. My first one is all your ideas. Thank you

Wow! You are the perfect example of being THRIFTY, people look down on others and claim they are "cheap" but you prove to everyone that you can get out on the water regardless if you're budget. I spent a lot of money on my yak but I'm sure yours would fish just as hard. Great video, if you're looking for an inexpensive sports camera check out SJCAM, I bought the M10 and it is amazing quality for $80.

just got a kayak , been on you tube all day looking to accessorize mine and you hit the nail on the head , i have so much stuff in my garage i can just put on this thing without spending a penny.Thanks for the idea's. Someone should hire you as a designer or outfitter for kayak fishing trips!

I just decided to check the video for a few seconds - and stayed for the entire show! Great ideas. My wife and I just bought a pair of Pungo 120's, and I'm going to 'steal' (er, incorporate) a few of your ideas so I can fish from mine. Thank you for a very informative video. Not to mention just fun to watch.

Man, I want to personally thank you for your patience and we'll thought out overview of your modifications to the original kayak. I just bought two kayaks for my wife and me and will be getting the equipment and Sanford & Son truck out to start finding items to repurpose! You are a classic and I appreciate your creativity. I am the exact same way. You can check out one of my boats that I built from an abandon and ruined job boat. Keep up the mods and vids!

Have to thank you, I have been looking at kayaks for the last 3 years. After seeing your videos, I settled on the same model. Will be doing some of your mods to mine as well.

Very much appreciate your effort to keep the lower budget folks in mind. Not all of us have thousands to spend. GREAT ideas for the regular man to have a great day fishing!

This ain't no "poor mans kayak", this is a kayak of a clever man! Build with lots of brain, handwork and love for small details. Every honk can go an buy a ready to fish kayak for 3000$.

I just bought this yak and wanted some ideas to help with rigging because of its small size 8 ft doesn't give you much to work with but i like being able to slip it into the back of the Yukon instead of putting on the roof. You took the time to make this and I wanted to take the time to thank you for sharing your ideas.

That is hands down some of the coolest innovations I've seen done to a kayak! Kudos to you sir.

WOW! I came across your channel, and have been eating it up...! this vid is by far the most inspiring one to me yet. (kinda watching backwards...) I've been wanting to get into kayaking for a couple years now... Money, time, and other priorities have put a nix on me as of yet. watching your videos has put the burn back into me wanting to get into the water and coastals up here around Savannah Georgia. Thank you, for sharing your experiences and ideas. Cheers.

By far the best video for a kayak and the best kayak with all the add ons

an oldie but a goodie, just rewatched again in 2018!

Dude, you are the most imaginative man ive seen on here to date. I loved everything you've done and now I have some great ideas to add to my own! Thanks Soooo Much for posting your videos!!!!

Aint nothing wrong with doing it with what you can afford and make. Great job man.

Very rarely have patience to watch long videos in youtube but this video was very interesting and amusing.

Most helpful rig I have seen so far. Sheepshead, reds, etc, you fish the type of spots I do(my spots are flats in SoFla: Flamingo, Biscayne Bay, Westlake, Key Largo, Marathon) but somewhere else in Florida. I've just moved from canoe to kayak and I appreciate that you made this vid.

because of your love of kayak fishing i just purchased a pelican kayak. my first kayak for beginners. thanks bro

Thanks for the awesome video. I fired up the computer this morning to get some ideas for converting my kayak into a fishing kayak and what a score! You are very innovative and clever, very inspiring.

Gave me a lot of great ideas. I just bought myself an angler's kayak for about $500 that I have been saving for for about half a year. This gave me a lot of good ideas for customizing it

This boat strikes me as not so much a poor man's kayak but rather a creative and minimalist man's kayak. Impressive. You seem to have the meticulousness of an engineer. Have watched several of your videos and have no doubt that I'd enjoy a day on the water with you. Am a seasoned fly-fishing kayaker myself, and may incorporate some of your ideas - especially the wheels, as it seems gravity is getting stronger these days. If I could make one suggestion, it is to remind your viewers to avoid touching any released fish, as handling tends to remove slime and invite disease.

great video dude just watched a whole load of others where they had spent thousands on the yaks but this one rules and your ideas are priceless, you made a British Kayaker very happy, thanks!!

Very cool. I'm working on on a skeg for my kayak. I got a refurbished ocean's kayak for half price and I've added an anchor trolley. I was worried about drilling holes at first but now it's addictive. I also tried the mystery tackle box thanks to another one of your videos and caught a bass on one of their frog lures. Thanks for sharing your ideas.

Well first of all what you did was make a $200.00 Yak that really had an ole worn out look and transformed it into a work of art! I am so excited about the great ideas you have shown me! Great Job man! Im fixing up a Lifetime sport fisher and new to all this!! You have great ideas. T.Y.Brutha!

wow, gotta admit. this poor man kayak is by far the most well built ever seen. I'm thinking of getting one soon. hope you don't mind if I borrow some of your ideas.

I haven't even bought my Kayak yet, but I can assure you that you have motivated me to do so... Thank you

I just bought a Kayak and love to fish, this is guy has truly inspired me to make somemodifications, This fellow is a genius and has impressive ideas. I love his creative ideas and learned some great new things to add to mine, thanks, keep up the good ideas, really like the updated video as well.

Very cool how you showed the practical application of each mod in action on your video. Thanks for posting this.

Just wanted to say I really appreciate your very informative video. You have inspired me to add stuff to my kayak. I was looking to make a PVC cart and you have now given me lots of ideas. Thanks.

Final comment. Your video is probably the best "how to" production that I've seen - not only on You Tube, but anywhere! Just wanted to thank you again.

The foam block you put under the front of your kayak when you were putting it on the kart was a great idea. I am going to use it now to keep mine from rocking when I go to put it on the kart.