Boating safety basics that you and your passengers should be familiar with before departing the shore or dock in your kayak, canoe, SUP, personal pontoon, float tube, or other paddle boats: 1) Take boating safety courses to improve your knowledge of boating. 2) Be aware of local and national boating laws, rules, and regulations and…
Although inflatable kayaks offer the ultimate convenience in their storability and transportability, there are a few set up and inflation guidelines to follow when getting your boat ready for the water. Inspect and Assemble Your Brand New Inflatable Kayak It is important to inspect and assemble a new inflatable kayak. By getting familiar with your…
The best GoPro mount for kayaking depends on your style of kayaking, your kayak body types (sit-in kayaks, sit-on-top-kayaks, inflatable kayaks), and your creative vision. Recreational, whitewater, and fishing kayakers are also likely to use different mounting options which include mounting a GoPro camera directly to the kayak, their body, or helmet. Each option will…
Fishing float tubes outfitted with the right accessories have the unique ability to access those hard-to-reach spots denied to other fishing boats. Use these fishing float tube accessories to customize your tube and maximize your experience on the water. Desired and Required Fishing Float Tube Accessories Some float tube accessories like your PFD will be…
As life changes so do our choices in kayaks and canoes. We now have a four-month-old baby girl! I’m not ready to take her out in a kayak or canoe but the day will be here before I know it. I want an inflatable kayak or canoe for the family and with my little girl…
I was really getting into kayaking in the late ’90s after taking a continuing education class in kayaking at the University of Memphis. Loved it! They taught us how to use sit-in kayaks. There was no mention of sit-on-top kayaks so when I first saw a sit-on-top kayak at an outfitter, I was unsure of…
When it comes to an aftermarket canoe or kayak cup holder, there’s only one product worth looking at, the RAM Level Cup from RAM Mounts. They make a high-quality product but what I find most exciting about their drink holders is that they’re self-leveling. Yep! Self-leveling! How cool is that?! The best canoe or kayak…
Kayaking… It’s a wet sport but there are a few features that will reduce your chances of getting wet. One such feature is kayak paddle drip rings. Many kayak paddles come with drip rings some don’t. If you feel like drip rings could help in making your kayak adventures more enjoyable, you don’t need to…
WOW!!! Fishing float tubes are extremely fun little boats that can get you into some hard-to-reach fishing holes! They’re ideal for exploring lakes, ponds, still water around rivers, and remote backwaters. And they provide such a relaxing way to fish! There are a few tips to ensure your success when fishing from a float tube….