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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

Nate is our assistant manager.  Here’s the things that he has put on his list for this year:   GoPro Silver Use this camera for kayak fishing and mud-riding   Brute 50qt Cooler Who doesn’t need a tailgating ice chest that you’d think is plugged in?   Buff Headgear For windy days kayaking or hotRead more

John Heubi is Pack & Paddle’s Store Manager.  Here’s the things that he has put on his list for this year:   Patagonia Down Sweater These jackets are so light weight and compactable, yet warm. It’s a perfect piece for the trail or a Louisiana winter.   Seedhouse SL 2 Tent With a trail weightRead 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 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

The new Jackson Cuda 12 has finally hit the floor at Pack & Paddle.  This fishing kayak gives you all the great features of the red-hot Cuda 14 in a more maneuverable and lighter weight package.  Great features from the Cuda 14 such as the popular hi/lo seating, clever rod and tackle storage, and theRead more

  Is this a fast paddling sit-on-top for fun day trips?  Or maybe a seaworthy self bailing craft capable of carrying overnight gear?  Maybe it’s a second kayak for friends to come along on birding or fishing trips.  Or possibly a kayak for the person that wants to do a lot of paddling, but wantsRead more

The new Jackson JKrate is a rugged storage system made with JK attention to detail. Roto-molded plastic makes it lightweight and strong. The JKrate comes standard with 2 side handles, top webbing strap, a lid and 2 YakAttack GT90SL tracks to help mount lights, cameras, and any other accessories. The lid features grooves to allowRead more

Pack & Paddle’s newest adventure recreation kayak is here! The Zydeco 9.0 from Dagger Kayaks is lightweight, easy to carry, super-sleek and aesthetically pleasing. On top of that it’s only $449! Here’s what Dagger Kayaks says about the Zydeco: Put yourself in command, from flat-water cruising to taking full control in moving water of rivers andRead more