The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums : Viking Profish GT vs Reload https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/ Thu, 28 May 2026 10:59:47 +0000 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 19:55:09 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.01 360 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=134251 <![CDATA[The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Viking Profish GT vs Reload : I was looking at this product...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1795447&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1795447 Author: Mysto
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Posted: 22 Sep 2020 at 7:55pm

I was looking at this product if I were to get the Reload: https://www.canoeandkayak.co.nz/shop/accessories/kayak-accessories/sherpak-boat-roller/

But I live in a house where I don't have much space to move around the car and I'd need someone to give me a hand to carry the kayak up steps etc. 
So I ruled out the Reload for practicality reasons.

(btw email notifications aren't working for me)
]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2020 19:55:09 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1795447&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1795447 <![CDATA[Viking Profish GT vs Reload : the reload is faster, also heavier,...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1794953&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1794953 Author: BananaBoat
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Posted: 15 Sep 2020 at 5:49pm

the reload is faster, also heavier, its awkward to lift to the roof rack
I use the rhino kayak side loader to help out with my reload
https://www.theroofrackshop.co.nz/product/14591-rhino-universal-side-kayak-loader
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsjBPtV6vNM

]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2020 17:49:05 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1794953&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1794953 <![CDATA[Viking Profish GT vs Reload : GT handles the chop/slop real...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1794921&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1794921 Author: Hook-it
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Posted: 15 Sep 2020 at 9:16am

GT handles the chop/slop real well, very stable. At 26kilos without gear more manageable than reload. Add the Bixpy and you are seriously in business.

Go to Viking website and look at vid, on the GT.
]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2020 09:16:02 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1794921&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1794921 <![CDATA[Viking Profish GT vs Reload : Yeah if you are fishing inner...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1794902&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1794902 Author: Muppet
Subject: 134251
Posted: 15 Sep 2020 at 5:36am

Yeah if you are fishing inner harbour the extra weight saving should help the battery power to on the GT.

If you were hitting long range trips I would go the Reload.

Talk to Viking...]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2020 05:36:24 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1794902&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1794902 <![CDATA[Viking Profish GT vs Reload : Thanks man. Yeah I am loving the...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1794891&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1794891 Author: Mysto
Subject: 134251
Posted: 14 Sep 2020 at 9:51pm

Thanks man. Yeah I am loving the idea of the Bixby just for the fact that it'll make life so much easier to slow the drift in fast current spots I usually go to. 
So you reckon GT will be fine if I have the Bixby?
I might have to try them out before I decide...
]]> Mon, 14 Sep 2020 21:51:15 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1794891&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1794891 <![CDATA[Viking Profish GT vs Reload : The purest in me wants to scoff...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1794860&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1794860 Author: Muppet
Subject: 134251
Posted: 14 Sep 2020 at 4:53pm

The purest in me wants to scoff at the Bixby.

But if you get a motor I guess a GT would do the job and save money for kitting out. ]]> Mon, 14 Sep 2020 16:53:20 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1794860&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1794860 <![CDATA[Viking Profish GT vs Reload : Hi all,After a couple of years...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=134251&PID=1794855&title=viking-profish-gt-vs-reload#1794855 Author: Mysto
Subject: 134251
Posted: 14 Sep 2020 at 2:56pm

Hi all,
After a couple of years converting to a boat I am back in the market for a good fishing kayak. I really like the Reload (w/ Bixpy) but I feel like it is too big for me to haul around Auckland launch spots.
Therefore I am considering the GT (w/Bixpy) 
I'll be mostly in the inner harbour and the occasional bay trip. Not planning on any long distance expos. 
If you have experience with these kayaks please share your thoughts.
Will I be missing out on Reload's speed and features if I went for the GT?? 
Would GT be stable in the chop?

Cheers
Vedat
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