If you want to track mount it instead of using the included bracket and drilling holes, the YakAttack CommandStand Track Mount Kit works perfectly. You can also do an easy deploy and lower from the seated position by swapping the front strap for cordage and running through and eye hook to a cam cleat to hold and release it.
I have one on my OT 120 PDL. I modded it so that I don’t have the front straps. This opens it up so I can fish easily without anything impeding my rods while casting/fishing/landing a fish. This top is a game changer on hot days. It effectively turns a non fishing day into a bearable day.
I have one just like it I bought it over a year ago and love it. I fish a lot I just fold it out of the way and pull it back up on the in between runs.
If you put a bracket from the front bar to the leg in that corner you could almost get away with no front tie downs. So technically you could use it while fishing
Looks good the only concern would be for a tall person there head may be to close to the canopy for them on a real hot day if it does not reflect the heat. But that is just a thought looking from afar.
Thanks for sharing! I'm looking for a top to offer shade in the foot / peddle location for the dogs. How is the shade in that area with this canopy? This Hobie kayak is the best platform foot area that I've found that's the most comfortable for the dogs. But getting adequate shade in that area is the real problem we need to solve for them.
Great addition for those that just like to be out on the water, but for fishing, not practical at all. I have thought about wearing a Sombrero, LOL. I do have a question for you. I have a Hobie Outback and I am really struggling to find a way to security my rod holders to the cheap plastic tracks. I have lost two rod holders because the plastic gets is probably getting to hot in the sun and the base just pops through the track. I have lost two rod holders and one rod. Is there a better way? I have tried 3 different brands and they all do the same thing. The track should have been made from metal. HELP! Thanks
I just bought a Bimini top from Temu seems to be real nice it's not as nice as yours but we will see I'll post pictures. It's good for me to float down river and not fish. I would put one on your kayak you can always put it back and fish.... very nice if mine doesn't work ill buy yours
I definitely like it. I have 2 powered yaks. 1 has a rudder in the back. It's an Old Town 136 Sportsman. I was thinking it might get in the way? Any pics of how it sits in the back when it's down?
I have the exact one on my 106 PDL and I’ve had it up with my kayak pulled up on the bank in a pretty heavy storm and haven’t had any issues other than it could potentially flip the kayak. But the screws held up fine so far.
In one of your last videos, you showed a plastic box that you put in the pro angular floor hatch instead of the tilt up trays. You were showing the dividers you put in the box, but you never said where you got the box. I looked on your build site and didnt see it.
Just bought one for my feelfree lure.l I like it but it seem to sag above my head. Yours does not look like it sags. Did I do something wrong? I made sure the front of canvas is to the front. Thanks for the promo code. Got mine for 65.00. would love your opinion.
just like you. this ain't for me for the fishing reasons. but very cool setup for people who just do nature paddles/photography and such off the kayak.
If you want to track mount it instead of using the included bracket and drilling holes, the YakAttack CommandStand Track Mount Kit works perfectly. You can also do an easy deploy and lower from the seated position by swapping the front strap for cordage and running through and eye hook to a cam cleat to hold and release it.
Perfect for the non-fisherman. Glad to see there are more options out there. Good job TJ.
😮 I have the Hobie shade, the only real pro is I can slide it in the PAs internal rod holders for storage.
The one you installed is 200% better.
I have one on my OT 120 PDL. I modded it so that I don’t have the front straps. This opens it up so I can fish easily without anything impeding my rods while casting/fishing/landing a fish. This top is a game changer on hot days. It effectively turns a non fishing day into a bearable day.
For the outbacks just put an anchor point in the mast hole and use a single strap from the front center and you might be able to fish around it easier
I have one just like it I bought it over a year ago and love it. I fish a lot I just fold it out of the way and pull it back up on the in between runs.
If you put a bracket from the front bar to the leg in that corner you could almost get away with no front tie downs. So technically you could use it while fishing
That is true..! Thanks🤙🏼
Love the knolling with the parts. I do the same thing when I assemble things.
Footman's Loop
Exactly what my wife has been looking for! Thanks for the great video.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
could you add a weight to the front edge and use that to keep the canopy in place? That would allow for casting and still keep the canopy in place.
With a little patent instead to drill the deck of kayak can have the tubing footage on the side hand rails.....think aboute....
I like it ....I know my wife would love it
Really liked it. Shade while cruising.
Looks good the only concern would be for a tall person there head may be to close to the canopy for them on a real hot day if it does not reflect the heat. But that is just a thought looking from afar.
Thanks for sharing! I'm looking for a top to offer shade in the foot / peddle location for the dogs. How is the shade in that area with this canopy? This Hobie kayak is the best platform foot area that I've found that's the most comfortable for the dogs. But getting adequate shade in that area is the real problem we need to solve for them.
Golf umbrella and golf cart umbrella holder is a quick option.
You made that look so easy. I'm getting one, lol
Great addition for those that just like to be out on the water, but for fishing, not practical at all. I have thought about wearing a Sombrero, LOL. I do have a question for you. I have a Hobie Outback and I am really struggling to find a way to security my rod holders to the cheap plastic tracks. I have lost two rod holders because the plastic gets is probably getting to hot in the sun and the base just pops through the track. I have lost two rod holders and one rod. Is there a better way? I have tried 3 different brands and they all do the same thing. The track should have been made from metal. HELP! Thanks
I just bought a Bimini top from Temu seems to be real nice it's not as nice as yours but we will see I'll post pictures. It's good for me to float down river and not fish. I would put one on your kayak you can always put it back and fish.... very nice if mine doesn't work ill buy yours
I definitely like it. I have 2 powered yaks. 1 has a rudder in the back. It's an Old Town 136 Sportsman. I was thinking it might get in the way? Any pics of how it sits in the back when it's down?
My wife needs one. 👌🏼🤓
Could even add a mozzie net to sides
What would the wind do to it
Freaking dope! I felt like a side cast might work? Lol thanks for sharing.
Looks great! Happy wife happy life is a real thing!
You got that right!
Freaking awesome!
Tj, if you have an updraft, is there a possibility of the screws being pulled out even though you have the tie downs. Just a thought.
I have the exact one on my 106 PDL and I’ve had it up with my kayak pulled up on the bank in a pretty heavy storm and haven’t had any issues other than it could potentially flip the kayak. But the screws held up fine so far.
In one of your last videos, you showed a plastic box that you put in the pro angular floor hatch instead of the tilt up trays. You were showing the dividers you put in the box, but you never said where you got the box. I looked on your build site and didnt see it.
In Florida this would be nice if I can fish with it
Does this work with boon dox landing gear?
Definitely, probably just need to mount the two brackets on the BooneDox track 🤙🏼
Just bought one for my feelfree lure.l
I like it but it seem to sag above my head. Yours does not look like it sags. Did I do something wrong? I made sure the front of canvas is to the front. Thanks for the promo code. Got mine for 65.00. would love your opinion.
I like it.
get a big sombrero
This is a really cool mod. With your coupon and their current sale, it's only $68
Awesome!!
I want to get your merch but I want you to sign the hat!!!! Or the patch!!!!
Yea!
It’s a boat now bro… good job. 👍 🤣
Thanks Buddy 🤙🏼
That tan don’t clash !
Cool.
the kenimoto biminitop that your link takes you to is no longer available.
That is a great find and I love that you take care of your wife. Happy wife, happy life!
You got that right!
Definitely great idea and looks awsome but not good for fishing be a major interference
on a sidenote: orange and tan never clash(ed)🤷♂️
I don’t understand why you would need to fold it down to take a swim but I hear you
Your code doesn't work, bro...
Let me check
just like you. this ain't for me for the fishing reasons. but very cool setup for people who just do nature paddles/photography and such off the kayak.
Exactly! 🤙🏼
Take it out on the water video.