Rob, good for you! You're gonna love it. It will take a little getting used to at first, handling the kayak and fly fishing at the same time. No question, you'll get the hang of it though, so stick with it. As you're already figuring out, it will open entire new venues of available water to fish. Very portable, yet extends your range. . . . At some point, you will find it absolutely indispensable and as essential a piece of equipment as waders or a belly boat. Congratulations!