Gear Review: Bonafide SS107 Fishing Kayak First Impressions

One of my favorite things to do is kayak. Another one of my favorite things is go fishing. When possible, I combine both of these activities! Earlier this season, my previous kayak of 13 years finally had its last trip. After extensive research, I purchased a new Bonafide ss107 kayak. Here are my first impressions. (There’s a video tour at the bottom if you’re pressed for time)

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Fishing

Ocean fishing along the Elizabeth Islands off the coast of Massachusetts

At 3:14 am everything is dead silent in the house. The cats are all sleeping (finally), we’re tucked under the covers with the AC quietly humming. A car hasn’t driven down our quiet street for the past 5 hours. The minute hand on my watch shifts and the alarm begins to siren.

I can assure you, there are few good reasons to wake up at 3:15 in the morning. The first one is if you awake and your house is aflame. The second is if you’re heading out to get some ocean fishing in. That’s precisely what I was planning on this beautiful morning with my good pal Christopher.

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Fishing

A little seclusion during COVID-19. Fishing at Big Sandy Pond in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

Last weekend I was able to get out on the water and do a little fishing. Thankfully during this COVID-19 shenanigans, fishing is still safe. Here’s a couple shots from the boat that morning. Continue reading A little seclusion during COVID-19. Fishing at Big Sandy Pond in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

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Camping, Hiking, and Survival, Nature Photography

The Mountains are calling, and I must go.

The mountains are calling and I must go. — John Muir One of my all time places to unwind, relax, and enjoy the spectacle of nature. Lovewell Pond in Fryeburg, Maine. Gazing right at the white mountains in New Hampshire. Continue reading The Mountains are calling, and I must go.

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