Joseph Gayton
I primarily fish in the southeastern region, and I have a special fondness for rivers due to their constantly evolving landscapes and varying fishing conditions. Fortunately, I’ve had the privilege of securing several local Angler of the Year (AOY) titles and even achieving notable placements in larger tournaments. My approach to fishing revolves around personal […]
Robert Barnett
My journey into kayak fishing began in 2015, but it was in 2018 that I took a significant step by purchasing my first Hobie, a PA14. Owning this kayak inspired me to venture into tournament fishing. I initially dipped my toes into the world of competition through online tournaments before participating in local meetup tournaments. […]
Joshua Diehl
As a U.S. Air Force veteran, I’ve always harbored ambitious dreams of competing against the best in the world of fishing. Despite my deep-rooted family connections, much of my life was spent simply enjoying fishing trips across the country. It wasn’t until 2019 that I received an invitation to my very first bass boat tournament, […]
Keith Shadwick
In 2018, I made my debut in the world of kayaking when I purchased my first one, a Hobie PA14. My journey began by participating in online fishing events and gradually transitioning to meetup tournaments. Initially, I focused on local competitions for the first couple of years. However, in the past two years, I’ve taken […]
Medell Medrano
I started fishing in 2018 and bought my first kayak (2018 Hobie Compass) October 2018 and have been in Hobie’s only since. My primary kayak is currently a 2021 Hobie Outback, and the family kayak is a 2019 Hobie Compass Duo that I use for family outings. I started fishing because my then 6-year-old son […]
Cory Fogleboch
I’m a devoted single father raising two children while maintaining a full-time career as a Law Enforcement Officer. My heart lies in serving my community, and I find great joy in introducing the next generation to the exhilarating world of kayak fishing. Although I originally hail from Erie, PA, I now call Charleston, SC, home. […]
Joe McElroy
I’m an Alabama native who has maintained a deep connection to the great outdoors throughout my life, having served as a former US Army Green Beret and Delta Force Veteran. In addition to my professional role as a real estate developer, I find solace and happiness in the world of kayak fishing and married to […]
Joe Forsythe
My upbringing was immersed in fishing, thanks to my father, who served as a charter captain. However, it wasn’t until approximately a decade ago when I started fishing from a Hobie Kayak that my passion for the sport was reignited. In the years that have followed, I’ve achieved success by winning several fishing tournaments, including […]
Kyler Branaum
I’m a tournament angler driven by an unwavering commitment to compete at the highest echelon of the sport. From Monday to Friday, I don various professional hats, serving as a website designer responsible for creating angler profile websites, overseeing fishing brand websites, and working as a software engineer. Since the autumn of 2016, I’ve been […]
Josh Duffel
For nearly six years, I’ve had the privilege of overseeing Ship to Shore Co., a local kayak store situated in the charming Lake Charles, Louisiana. While our region is predominantly known for its inshore saltwater fishing, my true passion lies in Bass Fishing. With over a decade of experience in kayak fishing, I’ve diligently honed […]