Some of my favorite fishing adventures were fishing for speckled sea trout, jacks, pompano and redfish from kayaks in the backwaters of southwest Florida from St. Petersburg, Fla., to Sanibel Island.

The best kayaks, paddleboards, and watercraft of 2026 make it easier than ever to explore lakes, rivers, coastlines, and ...

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With Ocean Kayak’s Prowler Big Game II just hitting the water, I thought it would interesting to look back at the original version introduced for the 2007 model year. With Ocean Kayak’s Prowler Big ...

From lightweight packrafts that weigh less than some tents to whitewater rigs that can take on the gnarliest rapids, there are hundreds of different types of boats on the market these days. Last year, ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Kayak fishing has become increasingly popular among outdoor enthusiasts and more ...

This unique pedal system makes it easier on your arms and better for activities like fishing with great maneuvering. You can get many of the most popular fishing features at a great price. There are ...

Sit-on-top kayaks are an excellent choice for kids and adult beginners. Most offer an excellent balance between stability and maneuverability, thus providing a great platform for learning how to ...

Fishing kayaks dominate the Old Town display at Canoecopia, reflecting a broader shift in the paddlesports industry toward wider, more stable, fishing-focused boats. Credit: Joe Foran What would cause ...

California fisherman Kei Vang was out fishing on the Pacific Ocean in early August when he got the kayak ride of his life. Fishing from a 12-foot 9-inch pedal-drive kayak, Vang hooked a giant striped ...