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Thanks for the info there, it is very helpful. I guess I should have mentioned that I was comparing the Perception Pescador with the Heritage Angler. Any thoughts one way or the other?

Hey guys, I have been looking at Kayaks lately, and my wife informed me this evening that I get to go get one for Christmas. I was thrilled to see this post, as I only have about $500 to spend on a kayak. I like the SOT models, and have been looking at the Perception Sport Pescador, in the 12' model. Do yall have any thoughts on this model? All of the reviews that I have seen have been raving about it, but I am ignorant for the most part on kayaks, and would appreciate the input. I would probably use the kayak locally in small ponds, average length of trip would be 4 hours or so. Thanks in advance. Here is the link to the yak I am looking at... http://www.academy.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_10051_196951_-1__?N=670787849

My "jig fishing rod" is an Abu Garcia 7' combo that I bought at Dicks. I think it is the Black Max combo, but I could be wrong about that. I am using 14lb test flouro on that reel.

Thanks everyone for the tips. An additional question though. I have always struggled getting any distance on my casts with a lighter jig, which is one of the reasons that I fish a little heavier jig (3/8 or 1/2). Any tips on getting the jig a little farther out there?

Hey guys, I am not 100% sure that this is worthy of a new topic, but I haven't found much in the forums touching on this subject. What are your thoughts on winter jig fishing in ponds? My parents live on a man-made pond, that is about 20 acres. It is 20ish feet at the deepest point, by the dam. The bottom is fairly uniform, though the locals have dumped old Christmas trees, pallets, even some toilets for the fish to use as cover. I am able to drop my boat in the lake, so I am able to access the whole lake. I have gotten a couple of hits with jigs, but by and large i get nothing. I typically fish a 1/2 oz. jig with a trailor. What are your thoughts on how to target fish in this type setting? Thanks a lot, and I look forward to your responses.