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FluxJet hides its electric jet drive inside an 11-foot fishing platform, eliminating an exposed prop, shaft, and rudder. Our on-water first look explains where that design helps, and what buyers still need to budget for.
FluxJet Kayak Review: Weed-Ready Electric Jet Power Without an Exposed Prop Read More »
Fishing Kayaks · ICAST First Look The Bonafide XTR140P stretches the bass-boat-style XTR platform to 14 feet, adds an optional stowable pedal drive, and preserves the open deck and tandem flexibility that made the XTR130 stand out. Affiliate disclosure: KayakDIY may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through links in this article, at no
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The Sea Ghost name returns in a compact, motor-ready platform. See what the 10-foot-6-inch Vibe Sea Ghost 105 WRD adds for anglers who want wiring, lights, storage, and power without a trailer-sized kayak.
Vibe Sea Ghost 105 WRD First Look: A Compact Fishing Kayak Built for Power Read More »
The compact MOSSA 97 combines manual pedaling, electric assist, GPS anchoring, and cable-free 360-degree steering in one removable XPDL drive. Here is what stood out at ICAST 2026.
VoyaX MOSSA 97 Review: Smart Pedal Assist, GPS SpotHold, and 360° Steering Read More »
The GPS trolling motor setups I recommend for kayaks: AutoBoat Smart Head, Old Town AutoPilot, VoyaX MOSSA and the premium brands, with real prices and battery advice.
Best GPS Trolling Motor for Kayaks (2026): Spot-Lock Without the $3,000 Price Tag Read More »
Affiliate disclosure: KayakDIY may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through links in this article, at no extra cost to you. Insta360 X5 vs GoPro Hero 13: Real-World Pros, Cons, and Which Camera Actually Fits Your Filming Style Choosing between a 360 camera and a traditional action camera is no longer a simple spec
Insta360 X5 vs GoPro Hero 13 | Pros, Cons & Buyer Guide Read More »
RAW UNCUT, iCAST 2025 New Product Showcase: Full Gear Breakdown This article walks through the RAW UNCUT: iCAST 2025 new product showcase video step by step. Instead of a loose transcript, you’ll find an organized recap of the kayaks, inflatables, lures, tools, coolers, electronics, and reels featured in the video, with real details like materials,
iCAST 2025 Highlights: New Fishing Kayaks, Motors, Lures & Tech Read More »
$500 K4 Edge Smart Motor Review: Remote Steering Kayak & SUP Drive In this review we put the K4 Edge Smart Motor to the test on an inflatable paddleboard and talk through how it could work on kayaks and even canoes. This fin-style electric drive is compact, lightweight and priced around $500 depending on the
K4 Edge Smart Motor Review 2026: Best $500 Kayak Motor? Read More »
Affiliate disclosure: KayakDIY may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through links in this article, at no extra cost to you. Old Town Malibu Pedal T Review 2025: Is This the Best Tandem Pedal Kayak? In this hands-on review we put the Old Town Malibu Pedal T tandem pedal kayak through real-world testing as
Old Town Malibu Pedal T Review 2026: Best Tandem Pedal Kayak? Read More »
Affiliate Disclosure: KayakDIY may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through links in this article, at no extra cost to you. The competitive kayak fishing community values sportsmanship. It demands dedication. Above all, it requires integrity. However, a recent controversy has severely tested this commitment. Well-known angler Jacob Housman, also known as @yocooutdoors, now faces serious consequences. His
The Scandal That Sank the Kayak Star: Jacob Housman and the Price of Cheating Read More »