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It’s official: my kayak is my home away from home. Whether it’s adventuring, finding a low-key swimming hole or merely spending time with friends and family—I’ve spent so many hours out on my fishing kayak, I lost count. Some of the best times kayaking for me, though, is fishing. Sure, …

Obviously, you don’t need a TV on your boat. But you might want one.  Between GPS navigation systems, VHF radios and smartphones, you have plenty of access to safety and weather information. Sometimes, though, you just want to (and should) get out of the sun for a while. Relaxing with …

Between fish finders, chartplotters, GPS and other electrical equipment, we boaters have a lot of gear to carry around. And that’s not even taking into consideration anchors, anchor lines, boat propellers, bumpers and other necessities. Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to combine some of it? Whether you’re into …

How do you keep your kayak on the straight and narrow? You invest in a kayak rudder system! Right in between having a kayak cart or a great anchor system, kayak rudders help add another element of convenience. Most folks look to rudders to make paddling easier, adding a much-needed …

It’s a tale as old as (modern) time. You’re in the middle of a favorite show and you get that low-battery warning. We’ve all been there. It’s no fun when your electronic devices lose power. It’s bad enough when you’re at home and have to stay attached to the wall. …

If you want to keep your kids entertained, take them to a river or lake. Children are happier when they’re messing about on the water. Especially in the summer. And a kayak can have a fantastic effect on their development, offering a way to escape from social pressures and enjoy …

Whether it’s for belly flops, cannonballs or pencil jumps, dock diving boards make a fun accessory to lakeside and riverfront docks. When you’re not out on your pontoon boat, bass boat or deck boat, why not put that dock to good use? Fun-in-the-sun, though, goes hand-in-hand with safety-in-the-sun. And since …

Even if you’re not into racing, a sailing watch is a great piece of gear to have or hand (or wrist, as the case may be). You might think any old watch can be used for sailing. For that matter, why do you even need a sailing watch? More of …

Noticing mold or mildew in your boat? Does it smell a little “off” lately? You just might need a boat dehumidifier. Boat dehumidifiers are a given in winter when you’re not using the boat, but they’re also handy to have onboard while you’re actively using the boat. This is especially …

Do you dread the long haul it takes to portage your kayak? Wanna know an easier way? You see, most kayakers assume they’ll be stuck lugging their kayak, anchor system and all, strapping it to their car or spending more time moving it than actually enjoying it. And I’ll be …