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On October 6, Minn Kota made its biggest move in years: it launched a whole new “One Seamless Fishing System” and folded Humminbird in under the Minn Kota name. New fish finders, new trolling motors, new maps, new app, the works. Here is what actually happened, and what it means for those of us who
Minn Kota Absorbs Humminbird: What the Merger Means for Kayak Anglers (2026) Read More »
I have been running Bixpy motors on my kayaks for years. They are sleek, quiet, and dead reliable. But the number one question I get about them is simple: “How do I actually mount this thing on MY kayak?” Until now, the answer was: drill holes in your hull, buy a kayak-specific adapter, or get
I have tested just about every kayak motor on the market. Most are fine. A few are great. And a couple you should stay far away from. Here are my actual picks, not sponsored rankings, just what I would tell a friend. My Top 3 Kayak Motors 1. AutoBoat GPS Smart Head: Best Overall AutoBoat
Best Kayak Motors 2026: My Top 3 Picks (and One to Avoid) Read More »
LiTime’s kayak-sized electric outboard: 700W, 60 lb of thrust, wireless remote, and a 13.45-pound body. Our review covers specs, battery math, and who should buy it.
LiTime ArgoSeeker A1 Review Read More »
LiTime’s first electric outboard pairs a 48V brushless motor with a wireless remote and 120 pounds of thrust. Our review covers the specs, the battery math, and who should actually buy it.
LiTime ArgoSeeker A2 Review Read More »
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
Bonafide XTR140P First Look: Pedal Drive, Tandem Space, and Big-Water Stability Read More »
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 »