Monthly Archives: January 2010

W300 Fishing Kayak Motorized With a 2.5 HP Outboard Gas Engine

Posted on January 4, 2010 by W kayak

I thought it may be interesting to revisit the subject of motorizing fishing kayaks with an outboard gas engine. To the best of my knowledge, so far only one W kayak angler has used such an outboard motor: Jim McGilvray, … Continue reading →

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When Does an Uncomfortable Kayak Become a Potentially Hazardous One?

Posted on January 3, 2010 by W kayak

Safety and ergonomics are closely linked in many products we use, including kayaks. Here’s a new article discussing the issue of kayak fishing safety from a comfort perspective, that is comfort being a factor in your paddling and fishing safety: … Continue reading →

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3 Men, 6 Hulls and Crystal River – By Jeff McGovern

Posted on January 1, 2010 by W kayak

The first unofficial Wavewalk group fishing outing in Florida was held December 14, 2009 at Crystal River, Florida.  Gary Rankel, Ed Wheeler and I participated, fishing out of the new 2009 W500 fishing kayaks.  Ed and I were in our … Continue reading →

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