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  • #16
    * Small caveat: Some tournatments require the hawgtrough for photographing if you submit a C&R fish for scoring, to keep strict tolerance via standardized measuring device.
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    • #17
      Originally posted by EMSer View Post
      Has anyone found a kayak friendly alternative to the Hawg Trough that is more durable and user friendly? I am really unhappy with what I have used and seen
      I strengthen mine with a fiberglass rod (6' mailbox marker at HD) and made it float with 1/2" foam (Poly Foam Caulk Saver) siliconed in each side.

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      • #18
        I use the hawg trough style ruler from yak gear. It's not made from plastic so it's durable, it floats, and has easy to read markings. I'm happy with it.

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        Jayce
        2017 Ivory Hobie Pro Angler 12 "The Big Easy"
        2015 Flint Camo Wilderness Systems Ride 115X Max Angler

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        • #19
          Originally posted by ReelLucky22 View Post
          I use the hawg trough style ruler from yak gear. It's not made from plastic so it's durable, it floats, and has easy to read markings. I'm happy with it.

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          Thanks for the feedback. This video makes the Yak-Gear Fish Stik look like a winner.

          smithmal
          Last edited by smithmal; 09-13-2017, 04:32 PM.
          smithmal

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          • #20
            Originally posted by smithmal View Post
            Thanks for the feedback. This video makes the yak gear ruler look like a winner.

            smithmal
            It sure does! I bought a hawg trough a couple weeks ago. I wish I would have seen this before I did.....
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            • #21
              Originally posted by J.A. Veil View Post
              A few years ago I used an inexpensive wooden yard stick. After a few trips, the saltwater dissolved some of the ink marking the lines and numbers. I then bought an aluminum yardstick at Home Depot for use on my center console. It has held up well for several seasons.
              You must have gotten the really, really cheap one .
              Brian

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              • #22
                I'd be interested in your review after you use it a while. I considered it but thought locking it open one handed would be a pain in the as while trying to manage a fish in the other.

                Originally posted by ReelLucky22 View Post
                I use the hawg trough style ruler from yak gear. It's not made from plastic so it's durable, it floats, and has easy to read markings. I'm happy with it.

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                Bruce

                Hobie PA 14
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                • #23
                  You always find new ways of doing things! Thanks

                  Originally posted by Cowpokey View Post
                  I strengthen mine with a fiberglass rod (6' mailbox marker at HD) and made it float with 1/2" foam (Poly Foam Caulk Saver) siliconed in each side.

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                  • #24
                    Originally posted by EMSer View Post
                    I'd be interested in your review after you use it a while. I considered it but thought locking it open one handed would be a pain in the as while trying to manage a fish in the other.
                    That's would not be a problem for those of us who catch mostly shorts. However, I can see your dilemma given the two-fisted behemoths you snag.
                    Mark
                    Pasadena, MD


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                    • #25
                      Just has an FYI, the video I linked shows the user being able to open the Fish Stik one handed while holding a rather decent sized fish in the other.

                      smithmal
                      smithmal

                      2017 Native Ultimate 12 (Lagoon Blue)
                      Bending Branches Angler Pro Plus Paddle

                      2016 Old Town Twin Heron Tandem (Mango)

                      2012 Nova Craft Pal 16' in Royalex-Lite (Burgundy)

                      1990 Radisson 12' (SportsPal)

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                      • #26
                        Originally posted by EMSer View Post
                        You always find new ways of doing things! Thanks
                        I figured that out after I snapped my first one in half...sadly it wasn't because the fish was big.
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                        • #27
                          Originally posted by EMSer View Post
                          I'd be interested in your review after you use it a while. I considered it but thought locking it open one handed would be a pain in the as while trying to manage a fish in the other.
                          The one I use is solid and doesn't fold so it's no different than using a hawg trough. I believe it comes in two sizes, I have the bigger one at 36in (I was feeling optimistic) I think the smaller one is around 20-24in. I have included a picture of what I'm talking about.

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