Landing the Lunkers

[Recovery Two]

I have been an avid Bass fisherman for about 30 years. I have fished out of every type of boat to mention. I have just purchased a Dirigo 106 kayak to fish from. I have learned that I have some learning to do. I have had two very large bass on when fishing this creek channel with tons of cover in my Kayak. Both times these lunkers have swam to the kayak and wanted to take cover under to boat. I use IM8 graphite rods with baitcaster reels and have to hold on for life while fighting these monsters Now fighting these fish are a blast but two times they have got beside the boat and as I reached for them they have shook off the line. I have caught 8 lb Bass and these Bass made them look small. There seems that there will be a skill to develop in getting these monsters in the boat. I have not got the equation correct as yet. Anyone have any experience to share?