Hawg Trough Measuring-Catch Photo Release Tips by teamjk | Dec 26, 2018 | Fishing, Fishing Instruction, InstructionalOne of the most frustrating things to happen to a tournament angler is losing a fish off of your hawg trough when trying to take a photo. We’ve all been there, catch a good fish then to be let down by the fish flopping off the board and into the water before you...
First trip to Uganda, winter 2018 by teamjk | Dec 26, 2018 | Playboating, Whitewater, WW DisciplinesThis past winter I was very fortunate and so lucky to travel to Uganda to surf the legendary Nile Special wave on the white nile. This was my first time travelling overseas and I was going by myself at 16 years old and heading to Africa. My plan was pretty loose, only...
Jackson Kayak’s Most Fun Kayak: by teamjk | Dec 25, 2018 | Dynamic Duo, rivers, WhitewaterWe all have a big debate about what kayak is the best and what kayak is the most fun, but it really isn’t a competition; I have never had more fun than I have in the Dynamic Duo! You can do anything in this boat from getting surfed in huge holes to taking your mom...
Late Fall-Early Winter Bass Fishing by teamjk | Dec 23, 2018 | FishingFIND THE BAIT!! It’s as easy as that. If you can find big schools of shad, there will certainly be bass around as they are trying to feed up before they head to their winter time home. Usually start in the back of creek arms and make my way towards the main...
Wacky Riggin’ with O-Rings by teamjk | Dec 20, 2018 | FishingWhen the bite gets tough there is nothing more reliable than the wacky senko. The slow falling action of the worm is something bass can’t seem to resist. That’s why you’ll never catch me on the water without my wacky hooks and O-ring tool. Many...
Bug Out Box by teamjk | Dec 19, 2018 | Accessories, FishingIf you could have a Bug Out Bag, why not a Bug Out Box? I’m sure there are plenty of people out there that feel like there is a perfect kayak. Well if you fish the same type of waters consistently, with the same gear load you might think you’ve found the perfect kayak...
Testing the Coosa FD on a River by teamjk | Dec 18, 2018 | Coosa FD, Fishing, riversThe Coosa FD Is a very unique and versatile kayak so I thought I would give it a shot on a river. I’ve paddled the Coosa and Coosa HD down many rivers and they are both excellent boats for river fishing. With the FD being longer, wider and having the propeller...
2018 KBF National Championship Recap by teamjk | Dec 16, 2018 | Event Coverage, Events, Fishing, Fishing Tournament, Tournaments, Wrap UpsAs 2018 comes to an end, I start looking back at some of my most successful fishing moments of 2018. I’d say right at the top would have to be the KBF National Championship on Kentucky Lake on March 23-23. I’ve been to KY Lake the past several years for...
5 tips to make your first overnight a great one: by teamjk | Dec 14, 2018 | Creeking, Instructional, River Running, Whitewater, Whitewater Instruction, WW Disciplines1. Pack good food! A lot of the time people get the idea that they need to pack a small amount of food that is really light and yes it does make it easier to carry your boat and makes it a little bit lighter. But there is nothing better than pulling out a tasty dinner...
Antix in the Canyon by teamjk | Dec 10, 2018 | Antix, Creeking, rivers, Video, Whitewater, WW Disciplines The rain has finally settled in to Alabama, and the creeks and canyons have started to run. I have been way behind the times, and just recently bought a medium Antix for winter creeking and playing. Beyond stoked to finally have this boat and to learn more...
Looking ahead to 2019 by teamjk | Dec 9, 2018 | Big Rig, FishingI’m very excited to get the 2019 season underway. This past season was my roughest to date as far as tournament finishes go but the positives I was able to take away from it was experience and lessons learned. I’m anxious to get back on the water to apply some of my...
How to Pick Between a Bigger or Smaller Freestyle Kayak by teamjk | Dec 9, 2018 | Playboating, Rockstar 4.0, Whitewater, WW DisciplinesEver been stuck deciding between a bigger freestyle kayak or a smaller one? Well here is my advice. I am currently 115lbs (about 52 kg) and I paddle both the XS and Small Rockstar. For me, there are definitely pros and cons to both. Smaller Boat Pros: I love my XS...
