Steve Lessard
I am A Louisiana native and grew up fishing in our diverse ecosystem. I spent my life perusing many different types of fishing in every craft possible. When I was introduced to the Hobie with its range and control I was hooked for like. Kayak fishing brings everything together from peaceful glides enjoying the wildlife […]
Brian Nelli
My deep-seated passion for kayak fishing was ignited back in 2006. Ever since then I’ve dedicated myself to making kayak fishing my profession and my greatest passion. In the present, I operate Pushin’ Water Kayak Charters in South Florida, where I offer fellow anglers the chance to immerse themselves in the sport of kayak fishing. […]
Matthew Brannon
A passionate tournament angler that has traveled the country competing from Coast to Coast. Originally from South Carolina and currently residing in California I have a vast amount of angling experience in a variety of waters. While my passion is chasing big largemouth bass, I have been successful in both fresh and saltwater pursuits. From […]
Merlin Hammer III
I’m from Indiana, lived here my whole life, and I cant get enough of fishing. I’m as competitive as it gets, I love fishing kayak tournaments, and my Hobie kayak helps me get the job done. I started fishing kayak tournaments locally in 2020 and it didn’t take me long to get into the bigger […]
Daniel Lyons
Growing up in South Louisiana, I’ve been fishing for as long as I can remember—starting with cypress swamps and coastal marshes. When I moved to Tennessee in 2007, I swapped the bayous for the lakes and rivers of the Volunteer State. My competitive fishing journey began in 2008 with boat tournaments, but in 2016, I […]
Cory Fogleboch
I’m an avid angler who grew up mastering the freshwater of Erie, PA. I moved to Charleston, SC and discovered a whole new passion for fishing when I took my first Hobie Kayak on a voyage into the glistening saltwater estuaries. I’m an avid tournament angler who thrives on competition. Whether I’m out trying to […]
Ryan Rhodes
Over 14 years ago I joined the Hobie Fishing Team , My fishing targets almost all inshore saltwater species, from speckled trout and puppy drum on the flats, to sight casting cobia and bull drum off the beach in the ocean. When it’s warm you’ll find me on the ocean, in our inlet and surrounding […]
Michael Daugherty
I am a dedicated kayak bass fishing enthusiast who resides in East Tennessee. The lakes around my hometown have provided endless opportunities to expand my knowledge and skill. I love traveling to discover new lakes around the country in my Hobie PA-14, but I will be forever grateful to Watts Bar Lake for sparking my […]
Terrik Walker
I was born and raised in the small town of Rand, WV, where my love for fishing first took root. I spent my days casting lines into the Kanawha River and any local pond I could find. Everything changed when I discovered my first Hobie kayak—it sparked a passion for tournament fishing. Since then, I’ve […]
Jerry Dilsaver
I am a lifetime angler from Oak Island, N.C. and have fished recreationally, commercially, as a guide and as a professional tournament angler. I also have 38 years experience photographing and writing about outdoor experiences across the US, plus several trips to Central America. My tournament experience includes a National Championship and election to their […]