What makes a kayak rod? Kevin Nakada covers the basics. Hints: a short butt for fishing while sitting down is a good place to start. Kayak fishing differs from powerboat angling in many ways.

Kayak fishing gear has taken ICAST Best of Show four of the last six years, yet kayak-specific fishing rods are nearly impossible to find on store shelves. There is no denying that kayak fishing is ...

Whether you’re chasing largemouth on the local lake or casting for redfish from the surf, Prime Day is the perfect time to gear up. This year’s deals include deep discounts on kayaks, electronics, ...

This rod holder has a wide mounting collar, a stainless steel gimbal bar welded in place, and a vinyl insert to protect the rod butt from damage. The Omega offers easy adjustment and locks position ...

Ancient Chinese philosopher Laozi says the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. For beginner kayak anglers, the journey begins with the right gear and a few basic skills. Kayak Angler's ...

We had an opportunity to meet up with the top fishing rod and reels manufacturers at ICAST to see what they had in store for the year ahead, and we weren’t disappointed with the tackle heading for ...

As I refine my fishing tactics and preferences, I am learning that not all rods are the same. I have always been serious about my reels, but until recently, I wasn't as discriminating about my rods.

I’ve become more forgetful over the years. When I got to Fountaingrove Lake at Nagasawa Park in Santa Rosa a couple weekends ago, I unloaded my small, baby blue kayak and set it on the mud bank next ...

When Ashley Anderson first started kayak-fishing last summer, she was immediately hooked. Her fiancé kayak-fished and she wanted a way to spend time with him. It started with kayaking and then she got ...

A year ago, unlike several before it, planning for the annual Havre de Grace St. Baldrick’s head-shaving event wasn’t happening due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “It was 2021 when we had to cancel our ...