As I talk to folks both new and experienced in the kayak fishing world, gear and rigging bubbles up as a subject constantly. Having been in the kayak for more than 10 years now, I have rigged quite a few boats. I have done the "all in, all at once rigging" and then the "little bit at a time because it's all I can afford" rigging.  I don't really have a preference. It's more of a money thing. If I have the extra cash, more toys is more fun...

If a Tree Falls on a Hobie...

Staying at a lake house, kayaks sprawled in the grass drying from a morning or afternoon excursion, enjoying nature is great fun. At least for me. My family received an invitation from some close friends to join them at an East Texas retreat last week. The kids played all week, we introduced them to kayaking and had a very relaxing few days away from the rat race. For the most part. It seems my wife and I are doomed when it comes to vacations....

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Mariner Sails will host a Heroes on the Water benefit this weekend in Dallas, TX. With raffles, guest speakers including Luther Cifers of YakAttack, Shaun Russell a noted North Texas kayak fisherman, provided lunch and 100% of the proceeds going to HOW, you should be there. Entry cost is $10 per guest and includes your lunch. Lunch has been donated so all $10 of your entry goes straight to helping provide help through on the water therapy...

It's too easy to make a mistake. You're loading up the truck with a kayak or two and that little voice rings through the garage, "Daddy, can I go?" You may have planned on her asking but did you really plan on her going? According to the CDC, 350 children die every year in boating related drownings. How do you prevent that? Planning properly.It's human nature to think that would never happen to you. You can protect them. You will hold them on your lap. The water's not that deep. I'm a great swimmer.I've heard them all. The plain...

Turtle Now! It Might Save Your Life

The idea of falling out of a kayak is the exact reason why people either: #1 Don't/Won't buy a kayak #2 Buy a particularly wide kayak This is nothing new. People don't buy any floating vessel only to end up bobbing beside it shortly after launch but maybe they should try it. In light of the post earlier in the week I want to talk about the first thing you should do for your first trip out with a new to you kayak. Turtle! Jump out! Flip the thing...

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Epic Adventure Turns To Near Death Encounters

by Robert Field The day before Independence Day I set out for a four day kayak fishing excursion to the Texas coast. I would end up pushing my limits to the max, having a brush with death, and catching some amazing fish in the process. This was an experience that I will remember for the rest of my life. Here is my story… I loaded up the kayak and all of my fishing and camping gear and began the long journey from Dallas to Corpus Christi,...

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New Product Post: RIBZ Front Pack

RIBZ Front Pack- Great for fishing! The RIBZ Front Pack is a new and innovative way of carrying gear when backpacking. The Front Pack gives you 500-700 cubic inches of storage with only 12 ounces of added weight. Coming in three colors, (green, grey and black), RIBZ gives you three advantages to traditional backpacks: 1. Accessibility- All the stuff you need quick access to is up front. No more stopping and unloading just to get at that energy...

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Though it has been happening for years, this summer has been the most vocal, heated and polarizing time I can remember in kayak fishing. At times it is just a gentle murmur on forums and at others it is an all out Brand War. From the sidelines, I can see owners of a certain brand of kayak wanting to defend their purchase. I get that. You did some or a lot of research and came to the conclusion that based on your budget, needs, wants etc that...

A new Caribbean Blue Hobie Outback is sitting in my garage. I peeked in on it about twenty times yesterday. I'm beyond giddy about it and so today's post is more of asking questions and ramblings of rigging than anything else. No advice, no adventures. Just a guy and his yak. I haven't named her yet but I have started the rigging process. Last night I added Turbo Fins and a sailing rudder to it but I have yet to put a hole in it. I'll be adding...