In today’s newsletter: From close encounters with tiger sharks to the latest kayak fishing gear and destination advice, here are the most popular stories, reviews and buying guides from the past month.
Here are some of the top stories making waves this month:
🎣 The best inshore fishing gear for 2026
🔋 The latest battery tech
➕ And plenty more stories and inspiration below 👇
Tiger Shark Attacks Couple On Fishing Kayak In Hawaii
Kayak anglers Cheslei Akima and Alika Dickerson describe their wild experience with a tiger shark off the coast of Maui.
How To Take Your Kayak Fishing On The Road
Expert tips for packing gear, choosing a destination and finding fish in unfamiliar waters.
Buying Advice
Kayak Review: Vibe Shaka 100
Ten feet long and less than 100 pounds, this sit-in-side makes kayak fishing easy.
Best Saltwater Baitcasters For 2026
To fish in saltwater, a baitcaster needs to be engineered and built with components tough enough for marine conditions. These are our picks.
Get The Hottest Inshore Fishing Gear Of The Year
The best inshore fishing gear for 2026 tested and approved by Kayak Angler editors, including rods, reels, lures, accessories and more.
8 Best Fishing Apps For 2026
Dozens of fishing apps are available, but Kayak Angler editor Ric Burnley picks these eight to keep the most important info at his fingertips.
The Latest Lithium Batteries For Your Kayak Build
The latest battery tech features lithium batteries with Bluetooth connection and bulletproof construction to make electrifying a kayak easy.
How To Fish Vancouver Island By Kayak
Where to go, what to use and how to get the most out of a trip to the Emerald Island.
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