Eco Fishing Shop Blog

Kayak life jackets are more comfortable, breathable and less restrictive than traditional life jackets. Whether you are a kayak angler, or recreational paddler, choosing the right life jacket for kayaking is an overlooked but critical gear choice. We look at inflatable, fishing-specific and sizing kayak life jackets.

Adding a motor to a kayak has never been easier. With the evolution of kayak fishing and the continued progression of kayak motors, having a kayak fishing motor is more accessible than ever. We focus on the three main types of electric trolling motors for kayaks: Bow-mounted, stern-mounted and thru-hull.

Often overlooked, a kayak fishing paddle is an essential piece of gear. A kayak fishing paddle that is right for you can enhance your experience and time on the water. We look closer at how to choose the right material, features and size of kayak fishing paddle to best suit you and your style of kayaking.

Two of the best fishing kayak brands with pedal drives are Old Town and Hobie. Old Town propeller drives are smooth, user-friendly and reliable. Hobie fin drives are the industry gold-standard. If you are looking for a fishing kayak with pedals, these are a great place to start. Let's look at their new colors and some of their best models.

Kayak bass fishing is exploding in popularity along with kayak fishing tournaments. If you are a new kayak angler, you may find getting started in tournaments too intimidating. Our podcast hosts sit down with the organizers to learn more about the event and how everyone can get involved, including demoing our kayaks.

What kayaks are best for rivers, lakes or big water? What is the best kayak pedal drive? What is the most stable fishing kayak? What are the best kayak fishing accessories? Our hosts tackle all of the questions they wish they would have known when they were starting out and share some mistakes they made along the way. 

What is the best fishing kayak on the market? What is the best fishing kayak for lakes, rivers or big water? What is the best fishing kayak for beginners? We break down the 24 best fishing kayaks for 2024 and dive deep into the best pedal kayaks, paddle kayaks and fishing kayaks with a motor.

If you are searching as a kayak fishing beginner, experienced bass fishing tournament angler or a recreational kayaker, Eco Fishing Shop is your one-stop shop for everything. Fishing kayaks, kayak accessories, bass fishing tournaments, kayak fishing content and community, 2023 saw Eco Fishing Shop become more than a retailer. Let's look back.