DaveR hooked himself a nice little tarpon this morning that didn't take too kindly to Dave trying to put his hand in it's mouth. Dave had to give it the old forearm block to put it in it's place. I think if Dave's reflexes were just a hair slower this fish would have been in his lap. Watch closely at about 2:20 in the video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqhcWezwnF8
Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
Being out on the water in the kayak is the prize. Catching fish is the bonus.
Steve
Steve
Re: Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
that was an excellent video...gratz one the poon
Re: Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
awesome video!
Re: Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
Good thing that was a wee one. Closest call I've had yet of one joining me in the boat. Better than Starbucks!
Thanks Stevo! F'n A!
Thanks Stevo! F'n A!
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Re: Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
Great video..and nice catch
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Re: Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
Nicely done!
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rugrat181
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Re: Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
That was some terrific video. Heck of a forearm !!! And a beautiful fish too !! Way to go guys.
It's 5 o'clock somewhere. Let's celebrate !!
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Re: Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
These noble denizense of the deep should be treated tenderly and with respect. A forearm shiver sucker punch is not in the realm of a compassionate release! 
Glad you are alright.
Glad you are alright.
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americanrobster
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Re: Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
Nice fish!
Must have been a Native Kayak Owners day
Must have been a Native Kayak Owners day
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Re: Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
I was thinking the same thing, lots of Native's circling the campfire. Nice video and good fish. Guess I need to give my Native a try at a Tarpon.
Re: Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
"Hey Dave, I'll give you a tow anytime to revive the fish but next time TAKE YOUR DAMN DRIFT CHUTE OUT OF THE WATER!!!!!"
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Rik wrote:"Hey Dave, I'll give you a tow anytime to revive the fish but next time TAKE YOUR DAMN DRIFT CHUTE OUT OF THE WATER!!!!!"
Damned rookies
Being out on the water in the kayak is the prize. Catching fish is the bonus.
Steve
Steve
Re: Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
In recognition of your new sveltness (sp) I thought I'd give ya a workout. Or I forgot. Too bad. Would have been textbook. My bad.
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Re: Tarpon Fishing is a Contact Sport
Looks like someone has been training with chuck norris. Nice job dave!
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