KFM Staff Reviews
Kayak Kevin Whitley's "Kayak Fishing the Chesapeake Bay 2, Warm Water Species" DVD Review
Thursday, 29 December 2011
Kayak Fishing the Chesapeake Bay 2, Warm Water Species Kayak Kevin Whitley's latest installment to his growing DVD collection is “Kayak Fishing the Chesapeake Bay 2, Warm Water Species”. For those that have come to admire... Read More...
Elie Horizon 130 Angler Review
Saturday, 13 August 2011
Horizon 130 Angler Elie / Pelican has a very good kayak here. It's fast, it's comfortable, and it comes very well equipped to hit the water. I added a Scotty extension to the standard Scotty Rod Holder for my own comfort. At 6'3" and 220 lbs, I... Read More...
Santa Cruz Raptor Review
Tuesday, 12 April 2011
It's been over 10 years since I cast a line from my first kayak and longer still since I fell in love with paddling. As an author, writer and photographer I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to try out and review kayaks and canoes for... Read More...
TFO Signature Series Pack Rod
Monday, 21 March 2011
As a saltwater fishing guide and tournament director for the Kayak Fishing ClassicS, I get to check out a lot of cool gear. I recently had occasion to try out a new Signature Series pack rod by Temple Fork Outfitters or TFO. The new 7 foot, 3 piece,... Read More...
Jackson Kayak Coosa First Impression
Monday, 31 January 2011
I couldn’t wait to check out this kayak. Jackson Kayak has made its living in the whitewater kayaking world. So when I read about their designing a kayak for fishing with a whitewater pedigree I was very excited. It’s the middle of winter... Read More...
The FishClipper Review
Sunday, 30 January 2011
by: Chris Parson, Kayak Fishing Magazine When I received my FishClipper in the mail, the first thing that I noticed was its smart packaging. The package, (shown here) explains the whole story. The folks at FishClipper.com have developed a... Read More...
The Gullwing Ergonomic Paddle
Thursday, 13 January 2011
The Gullwing Ergonomic Kayak Paddle By: Chris Parson The Gullwing Paddle developed by Art Carlow addresses a number of sport-specific needs. The company motto is “why dig when you can glide”, and this motto holds true. I tested this paddle a... Read More...
Kayak Kevin’s "Chesapeake Bay Tour" Video Review
Tuesday, 11 January 2011
Kayak Kevin’s "Chesapeake Bay Tour" Video Review By: Chris Parson, Kayak Fishing Magazine Kevin Whitley, (aka Kayak Kevin) takes us on tour with him in his latest video “Kayak Kevin’s Chesapeake Bay Tour”. Kevin has a unique perspective of... Read More...
Kayak Fishing & Cell Phones, a Look at the "Water Resistant Cell Phones" of Today
Friday, 24 December 2010
Samsung Rugy II Casio G’zOne Briggade Casio G’zOne Ravine Motorola Barrage Service Provider AT&T Verizon Verizon Verizon Price Off Shelf 249.99 249.99 199.99 299.99 Price After Deals 99.99 199.99 149.99 129.99 Phone Style... Read More...
Klip-N-Go Kayak Straps
Thursday, 23 December 2010
Klip-N-Go Kayak Straps have stepped up and offered to be partial sponsors in two upcoming charity events; Jamaica Bay, NY in May 2011, and Cape May, NJ to follow in October. As such, I’ve had the opportunity to test this new product out for... Read More...
Yakdaddy Deluxe Slider
Tuesday, 23 November 2010
Patrick and Leslie Price gave me their Yakdaddy deluxe slider during CKO’s first tournament and asked that I write a review. I was so excited to be given such a wonderful item of such great innovation. When I first saw them set up the slider... Read More...
C Tug Kayak Cart
Monday, 22 November 2010
My buddy Ken got a C Tug and that was my first awareness of the cart. He was having trouble getting his Trident 13 to fit on one of the traditional aluminum style folding kayak carts. What attracted him to the C Tug were the large adjustable pads.... Read More...
Kayak Bass Fishing by Chad Hoover Review by KFM
Thursday, 07 January 2010
I’ve know Chad for a number of years. He’s a passionate outdoorsman and fisherman who loves to fish from a kayak. While he still practices and pursues a wide diversity of species from the kayak, at heart he’s a bass fisherman.... Read More...
YakGear - YAK-STICK - Mud Stick Anchor
Tuesday, 13 July 2010
Yak Stick Kayak Anchoring System. The complete system consists of the Yak Stick, which will anchor you quickly and easily in shallow soft or muddy/sandy bottoms. It is attached to the kayak with your Click N Go Leash or a ring on your anchor trolley... Read More...
Humminbird 385ci Kayak Combo & Optional Transducer
Wednesday, 07 July 2010
It’s nice when a company recognizes kayak fishing and does something about it. Humminbird, a Johnson family company (Minn Kota and Ocean Kayak also), has come out with a complete fishfinder system. The kit consists of their model 385ci... Read More...
Navionics App for the iPhone review
Tuesday, 18 May 2010
It is hard to make a case for bringing any device on the water that connects you to the rest of the world while kayak fishing but your iPhone might be the exception. The Navionics App for the iPhone is GPS and charter plotter software that works off... Read More...
Book Review - In Pursuit of Trophy Smallmouth Bass by Jeff Little
Monday, 01 March 2010
This is a terrific book. The bottom line is if you’re interested in catching smallmouth bass from a kayak, get this book. It’s loaded with detailed information that’s going to help you catch more smallies, especially big ones. While I’ve... Read More...
Freedom Hawk 12 Review
Sunday, 31 January 2010
The company calls it the Freedom 12. It’s the kayak I asked the company to build, sort of. After using the 14 last winter in Texas I spoke with Dave Hadden about what things I’d like to see to make the concept more viable for a lot of... Read More...
Stinger Anchor System Review
Thursday, 03 December 2009
Out of the box: When I first got the stinger in the mail I was actually surprised about how little there was to this system. A pole, bracket, pipe, some rope….and that’s about it, I’m going to be completely honest I was... Read More...
LTV - the Ultimate Seat Cushion
Thursday, 22 October 2009
The Ultimate Kayak Seat Cushion – the LTV Cushion I first started using a cushion in the early days of my becoming a kayak fisherman. I remember a post somewhere of an angler who started using an air pillow as a butt... Read More...
Saturday, 12 September 2009
The importance of being seen on the water can never be overstated and after some close experiences with boaters I will spare no expense to make my kayak and I as visible as possible. I have used the VISI Pole for a while now and it truly is on my... Read More...
RTM K Largo Review
Friday, 23 October 2009
RTM Kayaks K LargoLength: 13’6” 415cmWidth: 30 ½” 78cmWeight” 55 lbs 25kgCapacity: 400 lbs 180kg I had the opportunity to test drive the new K Largo by RTM kayaks. RTM Kayaks has been making kayaks for a long time, with most of their... Read More...
Kokatat Tempest Pants Review
Saturday, 24 October 2009
When I first heard about Kokatat's new pants my first impression was it's about time. Right from the beginning of my kayak fishing journey I started using breathable waders with a semi dry top when the common wear was a wetsuit. I couldn't see why I... Read More...
Mirage Inflatable Seat Pad - i Comfort
Friday, 23 October 2009
Mirage Inflatable Seat Pad - i Comfort The Mirage inflatable seat pad added adjustable comfort! Replaces the standard foam seat pad for the Hobie Mirage. Adjust the cushion by adding or releasing air pressure. Like an inflatable camping pad. Has... Read More...
Quantum Cabo PT Review
Friday, 23 October 2009
Contrary to what companies and slick marketing campaigns want you to believe, there is really no such thing as kayak reel or a kayak rod. As evidence by the box of old reels I have stashed away in closet I do know that kayak fishing does assault... Read More...
Hobie ProAngler Review
Thursday, 22 October 2009
Hobie ProAngler Review A few months back I got a call from the Hobie rep, Marc, asking if I would check out a new Hobie kayak, and then fill out a survey afterwards. I'm always interested in playing with new stuff if it is kayak fishing related and... Read More...
Paddle & FishNPole Combo Review
Wednesday, 21 October 2009
There are so many paddle leashes out there today its hard to find ones that work for your rods. What is clear is that if you are not in the habit of leashing down your equipment you will loose it. "There is a saying among kayakers "If you like it,... Read More...
G-Flex Epoxy
Saturday, 01 August 2009
I first learned about West Systems G-Flex from Chris, the owner of Saltwatersports, a Naples kayak shop. Upon returning to Florida for the 2007/2008 winter season I stopped in the shop on my first shopping trip to Naples. Chris filled me in what... Read More...
The New X –13 by Malibu Kayaks - Reviewed by KFM
Wednesday, 14 October 2009
The New X –13 is Malibu Kayaks first attempt at a kayak that is not what I consider a big mans kayak. The Extreme and the X-Factor by Malibu have been very popular fishing kayaks but are more geared to comfort and the ability to handle larger... Read More...
Stinger Anchor Review
Tuesday, 20 October 2009
I was contacted by Craig from Golden Drake Outdoors to evaluate their new “stinger” anchor system. A few days later I received a package containing the system and could not wait to get it installed. The stinger anchor comes in three versions, a... Read More...
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