I have used, and love, this GearLab DeckPod for my kayaks and most recently my SUP Board. It holds a 2.0 Ltr. water-bladder and has decent length sipping hose that tucks neatly out of the way but easy to extract for use. There are two side velcro and strap catches for holding just about anything... Continue Reading →
Earth River Kayak-SUP-surf roof Straps
For my Toyota Tacoma I installed a Victory 4x4 roof system, which holds everything from kayaks to surf & SUP boards and an occasional church pew (LOL) I had been using rubber and bungee cords for my surf boards and those two-piece automotive ratcheting straps for my kayaks. When I purchased the SUP and drove... Continue Reading →
VAMO LIFE – SUP Leash
For my 11.6 ISLE Voyager, I selected a VAMO Life 9' leash, which I purchased from Native Water Sports in Jensen Beach, FL. This leash is well made and functional. The finger grab on the ankle velcro makes it easy to unleash without having to look down and the ankle padding is very comfortable on... Continue Reading →
Time to explore the inner waters of Florida–– Standing Up
With all my yaks currently sold and none under wraps, I am going to switch gears and try something new–– Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Don't panic my fellow yak'rs–– the operative word here is, "paddle." I am not done with kayaking. Two aspects of SUP have intrigued me: First, I have friends who have been... Continue Reading →
Rebel Ilaga (SOLD)
ILAGA in Greenlandic means “friend”; and you should be as picky when choosing your kayak as you are when choosing your friends! Designed by Johan Wirsen and available from Rebel Kayaks only, this Ilaga is a low volume Greenland style kayak (37 lbs. - Kevlar/Carbon layup). It is probably one of the best rolling kayaks... Continue Reading →