Eco Fishing Shop Blog

What makes a good fishing kayak? Stability, comfort, accessories, a motor? Let's explore the most basic questions you can ask yourself to determine what kayak is a good fit for you and what qualities to look for when sifting through so many brands and options.

Is a fishing kayak worth it? We'll take you through some important questions to help determine if a fishing kayak is right for you. In short, yes, fishing kayaks are worth it, even if you aren't an angler. Stability, comfort & versatility make fishing kayaks a perfect choice for all waters and all adventures.

We set up shop at the Big Bass Bash tournament in Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, to get live reactions from boat anglers on what they thought of our fully decked out fishing kayaks. Some of the reactions may surprise you. How about you? Are you taking a bass boat or a loaded fishing kayak?

Check out this fully decked out Old Town AutoPilot fishing kayak. Gone are the days of fishing from a traditional kayak. Armed with LiveScope, an AutoPilot motor, multiple batteries and countless accessories, this AutoPilot is built for fishing tournaments.

If you're overwhelmed about which fishing kayak is best for you and the water you plan to fish, you've come to the right place. Which kayaks are best for rivers or best for large, open water? Learn about hull shapes, propulsion types and accessory planning to find the kayak that best suits your needs.

What is one mistake every kayaker makes? Overlooking their paddle as an essential accessory. If you don't take time to adjust your paddle or upgrade to the correct paddle for you, you may find yourself moving inefficiently and getting frustrated on the water quickly.

Spring is a great time to go fishing. Warmer weather and longer days make it an ideal season for anglers to get their paddles wet again, cast their lines and reel in some great catches. The transition to catching fish isn't always easy. Here are some basic tips to help you find the spring bite.

Two titans of fishing kayaks go toe-to-toe and show off their ultimate setups for kayak angling. Not your average fishing kayaks, the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 360 and Old Town AutoPilot 136 are decked out and reshaping what anglers think about when they hear kayak fishing.