In Today’s Newsletter: A heroic kayak fisherman earns recognition for a dramatic on-water rescue, we test the biggest motor-ready fishing kayak yet, and our experts explain how to safely land a barracuda without sacrificing your fingers.
Hero Kayak Fisherman Awarded For Life Saving Efforts
Rescue caught on camera is perfect blueprint for bystanders.
Kayak Review: Wilderness Systems Tactical Pro 128
The biggest, heaviest and most badass kayak we've tested
The Wilderness Systems Tactical Pro 128 is a full-feature motor kayak ready to take on any adventure. Built on a radical new catamaran hull, the boat is designed for a bow-mount trolling motor and a stern-mount outboard. Of course, a kayak rigged with a motor isn’t big news, but the Tactical Pro 128 is optimized for motor power like no other kayak.
Ask An Expert:
Q: “What’s the safest way to land and handle a barracuda from a kayak without ending up with a lure or a row of razor-sharp teeth in your hand?”
A: Barracuda live up to their reputation: large teeth, lightning fast, big, stealthy and mean as hell. In South Florida, barracuda can grow over 50 pounds, making them one of the top shallow-water predators.
The biggest safety tip is handling. Barracuda have razor-sharp teeth and can thrash violently beside the kayak, so do your best to keep the fish controlled before attempting to handle it. A large landing net, lip grippers and long-nose pliers will help keep your hands safely away from the fish’s mouth.
Check out the article, How To Catch Barracuda Without Losing A Finger, to learn where to find barracuda, the best lures and techniques, and how to land and handle them safely.
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What Do We Remember When We Make Fishing Memories?
Columnist Jeff Jackson dives deep into the origin of the fish story.
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