Kayak Fishing… A Fad or the Future?

Published April 2nd, 2016 by Bernardo

Attention all you kayak fisherman. You human powered, fish finder, rod holder, beer cooler, state-of-the-art, GoPro rigged yakkers tearing up the tournament trail and spreading the gospel of this emerging sport to all corners of the world… we have news for you. Kayak fishing, even the extreme kind, is nothing new. Evidence of this sport carbon dates to 2,000 BC when the indigenous people of the artic regions fished from driftwood frames covered in animal skins for salmon, cod, seals and even whales.

Despite the rigors that today’s modern day counterpart endures to catch fish significantly easier than their predecessors, manufacturers offer special models for fishing that are designed and accessorized for this sport. Specially designed hatches, built-in coolers & rod holders, gps receivers and equipment mounts are pretty standard fare. Other accessories include live wells, anchor trolleys and running lights. Some anglers equip their fishing kayaks with outriggers to further increase stability. In recent years’ people have begun using kayaks for fly fishing, most models suited for upright fly casting include upright braces that allow you to safely stand up.

When it comes to understanding kayak fishing, no one knows it better than Nautical Ventures. They are a leading sponsor for the Extreme Kayak Fishing Tournaments both in the United States and abroad since the inception of this sport. Nowhere is this more evident than in their two. 30,000 Sq. Ft. waterfront showrooms in Fort Lauderdale and North Palm Beach. In addition to being one of the largest stocking Hobie dealers in the U.S., they carry Ocean Kayak, Wilderness Systems, Perception, Old Town Canoe & Kayak, Necky, Future Beach, Laser, BOTE, Riviera, Mistral, and Bic brands.

Looking for the latest in kayak fishing equipment and accessories? They have it in stock and it all comes with expert service and advice from people who practice what they preach. Nautical Ventures is, “The Go-To Store” for all your Kayak Fishing needs.

 

 

 


 

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