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.
First Look: New Inflatables From NRS
Years before inflatable fishing paddleboards and boats were popular, NRS was building blow-up river rafts for the roughest water on earth. A decade ago,...
First Look: YakAttack BlackPak Pro And Accessories
At the beginning of summer 2022, YakAttack made big news when they released three new BlackPak Pro storage crates designed to provide safe, protected...
First Look: Bonafide RVR 119
This first look is literally a first look. While we were able to see a digital image of the new Bonafide RVR 119, we...
First Look: BOTE Rackham APEX
My first stop on the first day of ICAST 2022 was to test the brand new BOTE Rackham APEX at the on the water...
Famous Kayak Anglers Dish On Their Lucky Fishing Hats
You’ve seen them on TV, in the magazines and online. You thought, how do they do it? How can Jim Sammons, Drew Gregory and...
10 Top Kayak Designers On What Makes Them Tick
Prominently displayed on the side of every kayak is the name of the company where it was made. But who designed the kayak? Who...
Ultimate Rigging Guide For SUP Fishing
No one knows how soon after the invention of the standup paddleboard someone took one fishing. But for BOTE pro Harry Madison and other...
Ultimate Rigging Guide For Kayak Safety Gear
The US Coast Guard requires paddlers to carry a white light, whistle and CG approved life vest. But for peace of mind, most anglers...
Ultimate Rigging Guide For River Fishing
Lightweight, with a shallow draft and damn near indestructible, a kayak is perfect for bouncing over rocks and twisting through swiftwater. These same qualities...
Fishing Kayak Reviews
The backyard at the Kayak Angler editorial office looks like a used kayak dealership. Big boats, little boats, pedals, motors, inflatables, foldables and standup...
