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All across America, sports fans are fiercely protective of the sporting activities they love and follow, professing against all the odds that their team or favorite player is most definitely the best. But this type of rivalry goes way beyond the minutiae of title winners and sports personalities. Often these rifts run so deep that … Read more
Revolutionary. That’s the best word we have to describe the Hobie Mirage Eclipse pedal paddle board. This stand up elliptical paddle board takes the world of SUPing to a whole new level with its game-changing integrated pedals. But, revolutionary or not, the Mirage Eclipse comes with a pretty hefty price tag, so it’s understandable if … Read more
As many people are weighing their options for affordable, lightweight, and/or transportable kayaks, they have no doubt been confronted by an explosion in the popularity of inflatable kayaks. Thinking back on one’s childhood days of riding on the back of an inflatable “Shamu the Whale” pool toy probably doesn’t help when imagining whether inflatable kayaks … Read more
When I pack for a kayak trip, there is a list I always run through in my head to make sure I don’t forget the important things. You know, things like a lifejacket, paddle, water, seat, whistle, sunglasses, etc. That list gets even longer when I’m packing for a kayak fishing trip. I add in … Read more
*** Big thanks to Christin all the way in Germany for contributing this guest post along with all the great photos! *** Given the restraints of quarantine and lockdown, I decided to rediscover one of my favorite ways to experience nature. An activity that is far from the first that comes to mind when thinking … Read more
**The following is a guest post contributed by a reader and fellow SUP enthusiast** “It is health that is real wealth”. – Mahatma Gandhi Being healthy doesn’t just happen. You have to be intentional about eating well and exercising. This is easier said than done. That is why it’s nice to have an exciting physical … Read more
*** The following is a guest post contributed by a reader and fellow kayak enthusiast. *** People think of kayaking as a recreational activity or sport. But when they are discussing weight loss, kayaking rarely comes up. Weight lifting and running are not the only exercises that can help you lose a few pounds. Recently, … Read more
The following is a guest post from Brad Pickering-Dunn of Watercraft Watch. Kayaking is a great sport and fun activity, but even more so when you can take your best friend along for the ride. Taking your dog for a paddle is not as easy as you may think, there is some prep work that … Read more
** The following is a guest post provided by Robert McLean of Easy Trip Guides ** Kayaking has always been a passion of mine. Not just because it’s a healthy outlet that allows me to get a lot of exercise, but also because it’s real fun and can give you that adrenaline rush you need. … Read more
Anyone who frequents Cabela’s or Bass Pro Shops has probably seen their signature Ascend line of kayaks. Whether you were shopping in-store or online, after seeing all their kayaks with many similar looking letter-number combos, you might have come away more confused than when you started looking. Ascend produces some of the best kayaks, highly … Read more
A good fishfinder can make the difference between a so-so day on the water and one that makes the record books. However, there is often the misconception that fishing with a fishfinder is incompatible with fishing from a kayak. Sure, you may be fishing in shallow waters where it’s easier to see the bottom. However, fishing … Read more
‘Tis the season yet again and you know what that means — time to rack your brain trying to figure out the perfect gift for the loved ones in your life. We know gift-giving can be more of an art than a science. Thankfully, we’ve scoured the web for some of the most unique, one-of-a-kind … Read more
Batman and Robin. Lucy and Desi. Ren and Stimpy. No matter the duo, I think we can all agree that life is more fun when you’ve got a partner in crime to experience it with. That’s why tandem kayaks are such a joy. Double the excitement, triple the fun! What better way to enjoy a … Read more
It’s kayak season, and your child is ready to be the captain of their own adventure! You’ve been watching them have fun in tandem for years, and it’s finally time to buy them their very own watercraft. As you begin researching, you find there are a lot of articles and it’s hard to know which … Read more
Searching for kayak racks for trucks can be daunting. There are countless review articles online and many similar product descriptions to sift through. Rack systems can be divided into three categories: there are roof-mounted racks, truck bed racks and hitch racks. All types of racks have their own pros and cons. There are also extenders … Read more
So you’re ready to take the plunge (figuratively, not literally) and buy a new kayak, right? The last thing you want is a kayak that capsizes the moment you set foot in it, leaving you soaking wet treading water while trying to figure out how to get back in the darn thing. With that in … Read more
Now that you are the proud new owner of a kayak, the next logical purchase is kayak transport. If you’ve wondered how to get your kayak to the water, you are not alone. It’s a common question among those new to the sport, and a good one at that! We’ve done the research for you, … Read more
A lot can happen in 3 years. When I first published this article 3 years ago, fishing SUPs were barely a thing. I managed to find 2 decent ones to review and that was it. Fast forward to today and it turns out the original 2 fishing SUPs that I reviewed for this article aren’t … Read more