by Florida Kayak | Nov 5, 2025 | Fishing / Tackle, Kayaks / Paddle Board, News, Newsletter
We will be hosting a FREE Kayak Demo Day and Kayak Fishing Seminar at the end of November 2025! Thinking about buying a kayak for someone special this Christmas? Wanting to get into kayak fishing yourself? This weekend will be all about kayaking and kayak fishing....
by Florida Kayak | Oct 22, 2025 | Hobie Kayaks, Kayaks / Paddle Board, News, Paddlesport, Tips and Tricks
Need help with kayak repairs? Whether looking for parts on a Do-It-Yourself project or professional kayak repair service, we can help! 🔧Our Services Include (But Are Not Limited To): ✅ ABS Plastic Welding & Epoxy Repairs – Expert fixes of cracks, holes, and...
by Florida Kayak | Jul 5, 2025 | Kayaks / Paddle Board, News
Mint is summer’s color. From boats to totes, it’s a refreshing hue. Check out the trending color in these kayaks and kayak accessories: Hurricane Kayaks just released their mint-colored boats that include the Osprey 109 and Osprey 120, the Prima 110 and Prima...
by floridakayak | Jun 18, 2023 | Kayaks / Paddle Board
There’s a great deal going on now through Father’s Day when you purchase a new Pelican, Perception, Wilderness System, Advanced Elements, or Boardworks water craft with a MSRP starting at $150 at any authorized retailer like us at Economy Tackle! Get Dad out on the...
by floridakayak | Mar 21, 2023 | Kayaks / Paddle Board
Kayakers may enjoy sailing! Interested in still being on a kayak but sailing in the winds? The Hobie Mirage Tandem Island could be the perfect kayak for you with its timeless design and Hobie innovation. Sailing has never seemed so simple. When the wind blows, the...
by Florida Kayak | Mar 17, 2023 | Kayaks / Paddle Board
Well, the water is looking a lot better!! The red tide has seemed to clear up immensley in the bay and off of the beaches. Levels have been lower for the past few days, so hopefully this continues to be a trend. The colder temps have definitely helped. Offshore action...
by Florida Kayak | Aug 6, 2022 | Kayaks / Paddle Board
Both inshore and offshore fishing have been great lately!! There are very few tarpon still around but the opportunity is still there. Fly anglers primarily have had the most luck these past couple weeks. With flies making a much softer presentation, anglers are able...
by Florida Kayak | Apr 8, 2022 | Fishing / Tackle, fishing reports, Kayaks / Paddle Board, Tackle, Tips and Tricks
Inshore fishing has been the name of the game these past couple weeks, with primarily high winds in the mornings and afternoons. Getting offshore is tough to do safely in a smaller boat so sticking to the passes for pompano has been key. There have been plenty of...
by floridakayak | Oct 22, 2021 | Kayaks / Paddle Board, News
We have what you’re looking for here at Economy Tackle Dolphin Paddlesports. Everyone is on the hunt for fishing kayaks, pedal kayaks, Hobie kayaks, well, look no further, you want fishing kayaks, we have them in supply. And at great prices too! We currently have...
by floridakayak | Oct 7, 2021 | Kayaks / Paddle Board, News
In the Sarasota and Tampa Bay area, we’re blessed to have so many areas to go stand up paddle boarding. In this post, we’re going to give you five of our favorite areas to SUP Sarasota and Tampa Bay. South Lido Beach Here you’ll want to get there early, as it’s filled...
by floridakayak | Sep 14, 2021 | Kayaks / Paddle Board
Kayak Fishing is such a popular sport. The kayaks are becoming increasingly more advanced each time a new one comes out. The fishing gear available today is abundant, and there are so many little gadgets you can add to your yak to make it perfectly suitable for you,...
by floridakayak | Sep 7, 2021 | Kayaks / Paddle Board
There are pro’s and con’s of paddling alone. Of course you shouldn’t paddle alone if you’re not comfortable paddling anyway. And you should never paddle alone in inclement weather. Sometimes it’s just nice to get out on the water, enjoy the sounds of nature, and enjoy...
by floridakayak | Jun 10, 2021 | Kayaks / Paddle Board, News
Hobie has done it again! They have outdone themselves actually. Knowing what it takes to be #1 in the business, Hobie has delivered a new ultra-light weight pedal kayak, the Mirage Lynx. With its rugged design, it gives an incredible performance while being...
by Florida Kayak | Mar 22, 2021 | Kayaks / Paddle Board
The kingfish are in!!! Larger smoker kings right off of the beach. There are still some red grouper and larger mangrove snappers if you can get offshore. Snook have definitely started moving down the beach as well. Some schools of redfish have been spotted in Sarasota...
by Florida Kayak | May 11, 2020 | Kayaks / Paddle Board
Tarpon are here! Look for them in the passes. Having luck with big pinfish, threads, and of course crabs. Lots of nice cobia being caught as well. Some of the “M” reefs are holding permit and nice mangrove snapper. Inshore, snook, trout, and redfish bite...
by Webtivity Designs | Dec 19, 2018 | Kayak Launch Sites - Sarasota Florida, Kayaks / Paddle Board, Tips and Tricks
It’s not difficult to catch glimpses of Phillippi Creek when journeying around Sarasota. Along the southern edge of the creek rests the 60-acre county property known as Phillippi Estate Park. This wondrous property features plenty of activities for kids and adults,...
by Webtivity Designs | Nov 21, 2018 | Fishing / Tackle, Kayaks / Paddle Board, Tips and Tricks
Kayak fishing is gaining more and more popularity as fishing aficionados embrace the benefits of fishing from a kayak. We at Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports have made our love of casting out from a kayak no secret. With that in mind, we put together a list of 3...
by Webtivity Designs | Oct 25, 2018 | Kayaks / Paddle Board
We have a treat for our Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports kayak fans! The upcoming November 17th kayak demo day will feature manufacturer representatives from Hobie Cat, Wilderness Systems, Perception Kayaks, Hurricane Kayaks, and BIC Sport! This is your only chance...
by Webtivity Designs | Oct 18, 2018 | Kayaks / Paddle Board, Paddlesport, Tips and Tricks
Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports understands that purchasing a kayak is not an easy decision to make. It’s a major purchasing decision that involves plenty of preplanning and forethought. With this in mind, we continually strive to make easier to get you in a kayak...
by Webtivity Designs | Sep 26, 2018 | Hobie Kayaks, Kayaks / Paddle Board
Get ready for an exciting fall as the new 2019 Hobie pedal kayaks are out! It’s a great time to be a paddler and a Hobie fan as these new kayaks will have you racing to the water. Your friends at Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports have an exclusive first look for you...
