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The Big Rig is one of Jackson’s most stable kayaks yet – laden with all the core JK innovations and some NEW features developed to make this kayak the easiest to paddle and stand on. References: Web page:  http://jacksonkayak.com/jk-kayaks/kayak-fishing/big-rig/ YouTube Promo Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2qf1Ham0fM Designed to increase the ‘standability’ of kayak fishing, the Big Rig was builtRead more

We’ve been carrying the EGO nets for kayak fishing for the last several years.  My experience with them is that they are the best nets on the market to add to your kayak. Watch this video to see the reasons why: [youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NAqHJAZtqU[/youtube]Read more

With the influx of fishing kayaks that feature Hi-Lo seating, one of the big questions we have gotten is what length paddle should be used for these boats.  The answer is that to have the perfect paddle length in Hi or Lo position, an angler would need to have two paddles on board.  For example,Read more

With people heading out on the water and trail carrying more and more electronics, having systems to recharge these devices has become more and more important.  Pack & Paddle is carrying a wide range of spare power solutions.  Here’s a quick primer on what’s available: Keep it simple: If you are in-town, traveling or outRead more

  We’re excited to add the new Lifeproof Case to our lineup at Pack & Paddle.  This turns your phone into a device you can take on all your adventures! Here’s a review from iPhone Life: We all like to protect our iPhone from all the elements of life. Well now there is a caseRead more

Hobie Inflatable PFD It’s said that the safest Life Jacket is the one that someone will actually wear.  That’s a big part of the idea with the Hobie Inflatable PFD.  This jacket is extremely low profile while on.  So much so that you will forget you have it on!  If you end up in theRead more

Learning to use a GoPro camera has been a whole new learning and creative experience for me.  To me, everything is about story telling.  Whether you or a teacher, a salesman, or even the president of the United States, being able to tell stories allows others to understand your point of view.  Everyone is uniqueRead more

The newest, “baddest” fishing knives have hit the market and they’re now in stock at Pack & Paddle! Fishermen looking for a long-lasting, easy-to-use, lightweight fillet knife will be amazed with the Bubba Blade. How did the Bubba Blade come to be? Here’s the story from the company: As fishermen, we were sick and tiredRead more

The legendary non-skid material used for years in high end poling skiffs, commercial boats and a variety of other marine uses has now come to the kayak world.  These custom cut kits come ready to install in your yak – no tools needed!  They are durable, grippy and make your kayak deadly stealthy. Here’s aRead more

The Chinook Mesh Back Fishing PFD by NRS  has been Pack & Paddle’s most popular life jacket this year. The high back makes it easy and comfortable to sit in your kayak and lean back in your seat. Mesh on the back doesn’t get too hot and sticky in south Louisiana’s weather. Here’s what NRS says aboutRead more