EARLY CHRISTMAS

gearho · Dec-08-2007, 07:35 PM

Just got a new X-Factor, gator hatch, x-wing, bait tank nice seat etc.. I have a Toyata Tundra with a shell. Can anybody suggest how to transport this monster safely. It is in my living room right now, I can't wait to learn how to use this yak safely. I live in Irvine and will be getting her wet at Woodbridge lake, then will be going to the bay. I have been dreaming of this new adventure for along time.

MAL44 · Dec-09-2007, 07:56 PM

I would throw it in the back of the truck and strap it in. I picked up an X-factor a while back and thats how I transport it and never had a problem. I'm sure there are better ways but it's cheap and easy and works. I love my X-Factor!

Mark
Red X-Factor

MAL44 · Dec-09-2007, 08:02 PM

If you live in Irvine why don't you kayak Irvine lake I think they stock the lake pretty good?

psford · Dec-09-2007, 09:04 PM

If you have the room in the bed of your truck use it. It will save your back! Just make sure you strap it down as well as any other lose gear you will have in the back.

Have fun.

VERGIE · Dec-09-2007, 09:29 PM

I HAVE AN X FACTOR IVE BEEN HAULING ALL OVER THE COAST, HAVE A CHEVY 1500 . I DROP THE TAILGATE AND HANG A RED FLAG FROM THE YAK HANDLE AND THROUGH THE SAME HANDLE I RUN THE STRAP THAT ANCHORS IT TO THE TRUCK BED.ONE STRAP IS ALL IT TAKES.OH AND I HAVE TO SAY IT WITH AN X FACTOR GROW A SET AND TAKE THAT MUTHER F'ER STRAIGHT TO THE OCEAN.THESE THINGS ARE SO STABLE.

eddier68 · Dec-09-2007, 10:02 PM

I use a bed extender ( about 25.00 at Harbor Freight), ratchet straps, hang a red flag . Good to go!

gearho · Dec-09-2007, 10:07 PM

Iv'e spent many hour's on the net today looking at rigging, looks like I'll be going to OEX at sunset for a plumbing kit for the bait tank, and some electronics.

REALPEEL · Dec-13-2007, 07:21 PM

thats where it gets fun rigging your shit go simple

gearho · Dec-13-2007, 09:25 PM

I'm a gearho and with all the options it's going to be real hard not to have a yak that is as rigged as a nice boat. Hope the boy's at OEX at Sunset will help in this process.

**Saluki** · Dec-13-2007, 09:42 PM

Nice yak Steve!
We'll be a Irvine Lake this weekend Sat and Sun.
Great place to break it in.