I am all for charity, giving and the true meaning of Christmas. Tis the season to help another out and good will toward men. Right now though, I am going to give in to my own wants and needs. Give me five minutes to get this out of my system and then I promise, I’ll go back to picking out some Toys for Tots for the Santa Claus Classic (which is a cool benefit tourney on Lady Bird Lake I’ll be fishing with Robert Field this weekend).
I’ve made lots of lists of cool gadgets, kayaks, accessories and more. Some of the stuff on the lists I already have and some of it just doesn’t really work for how and where I fish. It does work for the masses though, thus, the lists.
Today I wanted to publish my personal wish list. One thing per category. Chances are I won’t get any of this stuff but looking to the future, this is what I am looking at. I definitely wouldn’t be heart broken if some of this showed up. Keep in mind this is MY list. That being said, I’d love to hear what’s on YOUR list. So Little Drummer Boy slap me down a drum roll cause here we go:
Accessory
Leverage Landing Net-Kayak Model– $69
I need one of these. I have two nets and they both are too small and not long enough. This net would handle both of those problems.
Electronics
Hydrowave Mini– $139
If it gets me just one more cull fish per tournament, that pays for itself in a couple of weeks, if not just one.
It runs on a 9V so I don’t even have to splice it in. Sweet!
Propulsion
Bending Branches Angler Pro- $299
Since going back to paddle yaks, I need a better engine (paddle). This would be a great edition without completely emptying the bank account. It would make a good dent though.
Clothing
Bomber Gear Blitz Splash Top– $100
You have to take the cold weather seriously. I have plenty of summer gear but my winter gear is sparse to say the least. Be comfortable AND dry? Yes please.
Kayak
Wilderness Systems Commander 140- $1049
I have my two Malibu Kayaks which I really enjoy but for those brutally cold days I would love to own one of these. Being able to stay dry, stand and fish, as well as being a breeze to load and unload are just a few of the reasons this made my wish list. When I think stable, dry and easy to load/unload, I think Commander 140.
Fishing Bait
Hag’s Tornado Baits- $4
Look, I know I am constantly talking about Hag’s but these are my favorite baits in the world. I go through F4 and F8 Tornados in Watermelon Chartreuse like it’s my one and only job. I do throw other baits but I haven’t been on a fishing trip in several years where I haven’t thrown a Hag’s. Ask anyone who has fished with me what I throw. They’ll agree. You can buy me as many of these as you can afford. They will get used. I promise. Top three colors for me: Watermelon Chartreuse, Purple Haze, Hag’s Secret.
So that’s it. Sure a lot of these items are pricey. Remember that part where i said, “Chances are I won’t get any of this stuff but looking to the future, this is what I am looking at“? That’s why. If they were all $20, I’d probably have them by now. Except the Hag’s. I’ll never have enough of those.
What’s on your list for Santa? Dream big! You never know what might show up at your door. 🙂
Also, note to Santa, most of these things can be found at mariner-sails.com or kayakfishinggear.com (Mariner Sails and HOOK1). Thanks big guy!