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Here’s a fun video I put together of my efforts to run a couple of different lines on Alien Boof on the upper Ocoee. (Obviously, I haven’t mastered the drop yet.) It’s a great run, but if you haven’t done it before, it’s a good idea to go with someone experienced who knows this rapid. There are some dangerous sieve spots in the flat water at the top.

Caney Fork Outdoors Team #3 fished our third RiverBassin tournament in Cartersville GA. It only takes three tournaments to qualify for the Championship which will be hosted by Caney Fork Outdoors in Silver Point TN. My whole goal was to qualify for the championship and my hope was to add some points to give our team a fighting chance in the championship. The morning st …
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I fall into the category of folks who got into kayak fishing as an angler first and a paddler second. Not taking the time to select the right paddle is a mistake! Your paddle is nearly always in your hands and one of the most important pieces of equipment in your kayak angling arsenal. Your personal paddling style, width of your boat and budget are important factors to consi …
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“It’s the rule.” That’s what she said. Samantha Ruppelt, Class V kayaker pro for Jackson Kayak, twenty-seven – confidence and competence, personified. “Dude. It’s January. It’s, like, 30 degrees out there.” “It’s the rule.” “What if I miss it? My confidence will be blown for the entire run. I don’t need that in my head.” “It’s the rule.” S …
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With the conclusion of Icast 2015, there is much to be anticipated in the “kayak world” in 2016. As always, Jackson Kayak was at Icast 2015 to introduce new kayak models. They previewed many new innovations and upgrades to previous models. The new additions to the Jackson fleet include: The Kilroy DT (Delta Tango), Kilroy LT, Skipper, Kraken 13.5, the Coosa HD, Big Rig, and Kra …
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