Brand: Riot Kayaks | Product: Mako 10.5 Impulse Drive The Mako 10.5 Impulse Drive brings hands-free, pedal-powered propulsion to a compact 10’6″ fishing platform. Riot’s Impulse Drive is a lightweight, low-maintenance pedal unit built around a reversible propeller, giving anglers…

Brand: Vibe Kayaks | Product: Sea Ghost 105 The Sea Ghost 105 is the next generation of the fishing kayak that built Vibe’s reputation in the category. Built on a wide, high-stability hull, it’s designed to give anglers a steady,…

KAYAK FISHING Welcome to the Paddle Sports Show Product of the Year Awards 2027. Click on the products below to read more and vote for the one you think stands out the most. Please note that voting is reserved for industry…

2026 Product of the Year: KAYAK FISHING Brand: HOBIE | Product: iTrek Angler The iTrek Angler Series isn’t just new. It’s an exclamation point on 75 years of Hobie innovation. Hobie has long sought to break down the barriers of entry to sports…

Brand: HOBIE | Product: iTrek Angler The iTrek Angler Series isn’t just new. It’s an exclamation point on 75 years of Hobie innovation. Hobie has long sought to break down the barriers of entry to sports with innovation. From mass-produced surfboards, to skateboard…

Brand: PALM EQUIPMENT | Product: Kaikoura PFD Adventure ready. The Kaikoura is Palm’s flagship touring PFD — trusted by sea kayakers, canoeists, expedition paddlers, and kayak anglers alike. Its Flex-Fit wrap-around foam was the first of its kind, shaped and…

Brand: PRIJON | Product: Angler PFD Your perfect companion for a day out on the water. The “ANGLER” is an inconspicuous, simple life and superlight vest for fishermen, looking for plain design at best possible functionality. Three large pockets offer…

Brand: VIBE KAYAKS | Product: Makana 100 Vibe Makana 100 Kayak – Compact, Stable, and Angler-Ready The Makana 100 is a 304 cm long pedal-driven kayak built for stability, maneuverability, and versatility. Its 89 cm beam supports up to 181…