Kayak Blind
Jun 1, 2015 01:24:48 #
johnmowry wrote:
A good idea well executed! Where did you get the pontoons for the outrigger? I have an old kayak that would be ideal for this kind of project (as soon as I get the slow leak fixed!) Thanks for posting.
This is the company that makes the ones I have. there are several companies that have different styles of outriggers.
http://www.castlecraft.com/kayak_stabilizer.htm
There are some "DIY" videos on the internet as well, but they don't look like they will withstand the test of time. I got my set from someone on Craigslist for about 1/2 price.
Jun 1, 2015 01:27:57 #
Peterff wrote:
Nice, now I want to see your tripod!
Tripods are used for terrestrial shooting. See MT Shooter on this site for a great deal on the Nest Gimbal head and carbon fiber tripods. He is in Montana. Many on this site can attest to his credibility for both advice prior to purchase or equipment sales.
Jun 1, 2015 01:28:23 #
Jun 1, 2015 01:36:41 #
TucsonCoyote wrote:
My first thought was: "What the hell is that!"
I do like the outrigger detail but is all that camo necessary to get close to swans and such??
I am not a wild life photographer....just encounter it out there sometimes, so I'm just asking.
Seems a sniper outfit would work better than all that stuff you have there.....??
I do like the outrigger detail but is all that camo necessary to get close to swans and such??
I am not a wild life photographer....just encounter it out there sometimes, so I'm just asking.
Seems a sniper outfit would work better than all that stuff you have there.....??
Hello TucsonCoyote. As a person who does not know much about wildlife shooting, one of the key ingredients to obtaining good shots is being able to get as close as you can manage without causing much stress to the wildlife.
When you are out in open water, a camo outfit is non-effective because you have nothing to break up your body pattern with. The animals still see youand your movements. The blind breaks up the body and also frees the shooter to be able to move and pivot with the target without attracting attention.
It is pretty difficult to swim in the water while dressed in your sniper outfit.
Jun 1, 2015 01:38:02 #
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
I applaud you. I've kayaked and I take photos, but never combined the two. Afraid of getting dunked. Your pontoons would appear to minimize those chances...
They totally eliminate it. I have to get out of the kayak and physically lift the thing over to capsize it.
Jun 1, 2015 01:49:13 #
Bozsik wrote:
It is pretty difficult to swim in the water while dressed in your sniper outfit.
It is pretty difficult to swim in the water while dressed in your sniper outfit.
Let's not make me look more stupid than necessary......how about a sniper like outfit in a Canoe/Kayak.
Thank you for your attention !
Jun 1, 2015 01:58:05 #
DOOK wrote:
Simple, but I imagine it would be highly effective. I reckon the outriggers would be a complete must, especially for a novice kayaker like me, lol. :thumbup: :thumbup:
You are correct. the outriggers on on the craft or I don't take anything but swimwear on board. LOL But the flip side is that the outriggers are adjustable as to how far out they are from the sides of the kayak. that is what makes this particular model of them so useful.
Jun 1, 2015 01:59:31 #
SharpShooter wrote:
WOW Bozsik, way cool.
What body of water are you on? ;-)
SS
What body of water are you on? ;-)
SS
Extremely low tide in my front yard SS...lol
Jun 1, 2015 01:59:57 #
Nice execution, Boz, but I've avoided water since Jaws came out in '75. Haven't even had a shower since then. :)
Jun 1, 2015 02:01:49 #
Swamp-Cork wrote:
Thanks, David, I have bookmarked it for future considerations.
If you require any drawings, just send me a PM. You will have to adjust the attachment to your own model of kayak due to the fact that the top surface varies from model to model.
Jun 1, 2015 02:03:55 #
Evie wrote:
Now to get over the fear of water and I can do it...I did visit the lake and was not disappointed . Thank you for letting me know
Evie, the whole Eastern side is quite full of wildlife, but you need those water wings to make the best of it, I am afraid.
Jun 1, 2015 02:09:40 #
TucsonCoyote wrote:
Let's not make me look more stupid than necessary......how about a sniper like outfit in a Canoe/Kayak.
Thank you for your attention !
Thank you for your attention !
LOL The camo outfit requires a complementing background, otherwise the wildlife still sees a human form on top of the kayak.
I also have the frame adjusted to support the long lens on the shooting bar in front of me. it works much like shooting from the window of your vehicle...Only you are right at the water level looking the animals in the eyes.
Jun 1, 2015 02:11:46 #
OddJobber wrote:
Nice execution, Boz, but I've avoided water since Jaws came out in '75. Haven't even had a shower since then. :)
Was going to send you an invitation, but the idea a no showers in that many years is a definite put-off. LOL
Jun 1, 2015 03:45:33 #
Bozsik wrote:
Tripods are used for terrestrial shooting. See MT Shooter on this site for a great deal on the Nest Gimbal head and carbon fiber tripods. He is in Montana. Many on this site can attest to his credibility for both advice prior to purchase or equipment sales.
Rats! I was hoping for something with gyroscopic stabilization or similar.
Jun 1, 2015 06:40:12 #
David, I really enjoyed viewing your set up for shooting in a Kayak and the example shot really shows the worth of this setup. Nicely done. I purchased a Nature Craft Kayak two years ago because of how stable they are, but have never taken my expensive camera gear out in it for fear of turning it over. Maybe I need to study your pictures and figure out how to rig my boat this way. Thanks for the inspiration.
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