Ric Burnley
“Thank God my dad wasn’t a podiatrist,” Ric jokes about following in the footsteps of a famous outdoor writer. After graduating from Radford University and serving two years in Russia with the Peace Corps, Ric returned to Virginia Beach and started writing for The Fisherman magazine, where his dad was editor. When the kayak fishing scene exploded, Ric was among the first to get onboard. His 2007 book, The Complete Kayak Fisherman is one of the first how-to books to introduce anglers to paddle fishing. In 2010, Ric took on the role of editor at Kayak Angler magazine where he covered the latest trends in kayak fishing tactics, tackle, gear and destinations. A ravenous angler, Ric fishes from the mountain to the sea chasing everything from smallmouth bass to striped bass.
The Most Exciting Gear And Tackle From Day Three Of ICAST...
Lighter, stronger, faster, simpler and, in many cases, less expensive gear and tackle is hitting the water and the Kayak Angler team has found...
ICAST Day Two: Our Favorite New Fishing Gear
After kicking the tires on new kayaks and kayak motors, the Kayak Angler crew set out on the ICAST show floor to find the...
ICAST Day One: The Most Exciting New Fishing Gear Of 2026
The first day of ICAST sportfishing trade show was fast paced and full of cool stuff. Kayak Angler staff covered the show floor looking...
ICAST 2026 Demo Day
ICAST 2026 kicked off with a splash as anglers, manufacturers, buyers and the media gathered at the Orange County Convention Center ornamental pond to...
The Biggest Stars In Bass Fishing Give Kayak Fishing A Try
Close your eyes and imagine this: Kayak fishing for massive bull trout in a beautiful mountain river with Bass Fishing Hall of Famers Davy...
Kayak Angler’s Bold Predictions For New Tackle, Gear And Kayaks In...
Next week, thousands of anglers and hundreds of manufacturers will converge in Orlando, Florida for ICAST, the world’s largest sportfishing tradeshow. At the show,...
Best Fishing Knives For 2026
My dad always says, "Use the right tool for the job." When the job is filleting fish, chopping bait or cutting fishing line, the...
Kayak Review: Vibe Shaka 100
If you are reading this review, and you don’t own a fishing kayak, prepare to give up your excuses. You don’t have the space,...
Best Saltwater Baitcasters For 2026
The first rule of saltwater fishing: Even the most advanced baitcasting reels will fail if they aren't made for marine conditions. The precision gears,...
The Best Fishing Apps For 2026
I’ve been using fishing apps since the first weather and navigation apps became available. Nowadays, fishing apps are just as valuable as my fishing...
