When it comes to fishing, there is so much gear involved. Plus, everyone is always advising you to get this and saying you must buy that. That can be confusing – and, not to mention, drain your budget. And as much as I hate being one of those “You absolutely … Read more
Inflatable kayaks are generally a great starter option. I mean, why would you spend money on a full-sized hardshell kayak when you can get reliable performance, lightweight construction, and portability of an inflatable – and at a fraction of the cost, too? Two-person inflatable kayaks only prove my point: Hard-shell … Read more
When you’re out paddling, there’s always a chance that some water will find its way into your kayak. And sure, a few splashes here and there won’t be a life-or-death problem, but it can be very annoying. I’m willing to bet that sitting in a puddle isn’t your idea of … Read more
Losing a fish before you even had a chance to land it is such a frustrating moment, huh? I know, I’ve been there – and that’s exactly why I’m telling you this: You need to include a fishing net in your gear. Kayaks are pretty compact – which makes landing … Read more
The thing everyone loves about kayaking is that you can make it as relaxing or as strenuous as you want. But that’s the catch – the more you’re willing to push yourself and the higher the rush of adrenaline you’re hoping to get out of it, the more you need … Read more
“Traditional” kayaks are great and all – but I think we can agree that they tend to be heavy, bulky, and not that easy to transport by yourself. That alone is enough to deter some folks from taking up kayaking altogether. And, well, I can’t let that happen. Now, inflatable … Read more
Kayak fishing allows you to uncover hidden nooks and crannies of the most under-fished areas. But it doesn’t come without its own set challenges, too: Transporting a kayak to the shore along with all the fishing equipment can be a real nuisance. And should I even talk about how challenging … Read more
Transporting a kayak requires the right tools. And while I mentioned kayak roof racks in one of my earlier reviews, you still need to get your vessel to the water from your car. And trust me when I say it can be difficult, tiring and time consuming carrying kayaks yourself, … Read more
You probably know the sense of simplicity, liberation, and tranquility that comes with launching your kayak. Another feeling you’re likely familiar with is the frustration of loading your kayak onto your car. Perhaps it’s your first kayak, or maybe you’re an experienced paddler who has been kayaking for years. Either … Read more
Every angler will tell you that there’s a pretty big difference between fishing and catching fish. Plus, nothing’s more disappointing than spending a day on the water and going home empty-handed. Enter the best kayak fish finder – a sonar-equipped gadget that will transform your kayak into an efficient fish-catching … Read more
Inflatable kayaks took the market by storm thanks to their compact and portable designs. I’m not talking about large pool floats here. I’m talking real, durable, functional kayaks that you can inflate and deflate whenever you want! While they were once considered odd – and often ridiculed – novelties, in … Read more
Why paddle when you can pedal? I’m more of a paddle guy myself, but I’m also the first one to admit that pedaling has its charms. Let’s face it: No matter how much you enjoy kayaking, sooner or later, you’ll get tired of swinging the paddle. Muscle fatigue, often targeting … Read more
