Susie Angler
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Breaking coverage from ICAST 2025 in Orlando!
The show delivered major announcements that will reshape kayak fishing. Here's what's making waves:
TROLLING MOTORS TAKE CENTER STAGE
Garmin Force Current: GPS integration, wireless foot-pedal control, speeds up to ~10 mph, easy mounting on most kayaks. The GPS enables spot-lock positioning and automated trolling patterns previously impossible on kayaks.
YakAttack's Mystery Motor: Whisper-quiet operation (~3.9 mph), slide-in installation for Hobie pedal drives. Prioritizes stealth over speed.
HOBIE'S COMEBACK
Fresh models finally address modern kayak fishing demands. Rumored inflatable fishing kayak and non-Mirage drive units. 2025 Pro Angler lineup features bow/stern mount inserts, under-seat battery storage, enhanced rigging.
INFLATABLE & OCEAN EXPANSION
Sea Eagle: Updates to inflatable fishing kayaks (2026 release)
Old Town: Five new ocean kayak models with pedal/power-assisted options
NEW BRANDS
Crescent's new skiff + "Joshua" (Vibe Kayaks creator) launching new brand could shake up the market.
WHAT IT MEANS
High-performance electrification going mainstream. For NY anglers: Garmin's GPS could revolutionize navigation in Great Lakes/Long Island Sound. Sea Eagle's inflatables offer new possibilities for limited storage situations.
NEXT STEPS
ATL on-water demos (July 15-16) for hands-on testing. Kayak Angler team providing live coverage.
This marks a turning point where kayak fishing technology finally matches serious angler ambitions. Whether targeting stripers in the Sound or exploring Adirondack lakes, these innovations expand what's possible.
Thoughts? Anyone planning upgrades?
The show delivered major announcements that will reshape kayak fishing. Here's what's making waves:
TROLLING MOTORS TAKE CENTER STAGEGarmin Force Current: GPS integration, wireless foot-pedal control, speeds up to ~10 mph, easy mounting on most kayaks. The GPS enables spot-lock positioning and automated trolling patterns previously impossible on kayaks.
YakAttack's Mystery Motor: Whisper-quiet operation (~3.9 mph), slide-in installation for Hobie pedal drives. Prioritizes stealth over speed.
HOBIE'S COMEBACKFresh models finally address modern kayak fishing demands. Rumored inflatable fishing kayak and non-Mirage drive units. 2025 Pro Angler lineup features bow/stern mount inserts, under-seat battery storage, enhanced rigging.
INFLATABLE & OCEAN EXPANSIONSea Eagle: Updates to inflatable fishing kayaks (2026 release)
Old Town: Five new ocean kayak models with pedal/power-assisted options
NEW BRANDSCrescent's new skiff + "Joshua" (Vibe Kayaks creator) launching new brand could shake up the market.
WHAT IT MEANSHigh-performance electrification going mainstream. For NY anglers: Garmin's GPS could revolutionize navigation in Great Lakes/Long Island Sound. Sea Eagle's inflatables offer new possibilities for limited storage situations.
NEXT STEPSATL on-water demos (July 15-16) for hands-on testing. Kayak Angler team providing live coverage.
This marks a turning point where kayak fishing technology finally matches serious angler ambitions. Whether targeting stripers in the Sound or exploring Adirondack lakes, these innovations expand what's possible.
Thoughts? Anyone planning upgrades?
