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.
Hot New Accessories from YakAttack and Propel Watersports
Nothing gets kayak anglers hot like new accessories. YakAttack and Propel Watersports brought fantastic new stuff to OR.
YakAttack keeps setting the bar for accessory...
Hobie’s New Quest Seat and Eclipse Paddleboard Make Fishing Easy
Hobie leads the pedal boat market, but they don't forget about their paddle fans. The Quest is a favorite for fishermen looking for a...
The Best New Inflatable PFD: MTI’s Neptune for Kayak Fishing
MTI co-owner Lily Colby goes over the cool points on the new Neptune inflatable PFD.
Most kayak anglers hate to wear a PFD, but you...
Pelican Catch 120 NXT Video of First On the Water Test
Pelican International is famous for great kayaks at a great value. Their thermo-forming process allows them to create a lightweight boat that is light...
Five Must See Kayak Fishing Gear Finds You’ve Never Seen
At the 2016 Outdoor Retailer Show in Salt Lake City, gear junkies and gear dealers come together for a massive gear fest. We picked...
Wilderness Systems Amazing New Accessories for Every Aspect of Kayak Fishing
Wilderness Systems brought their A game to an impressive new line of accessories for any kayak angler.
Adding to their innovative new pedal and motor...
Paddles for Power: Accent Robert Field Signature and Bending Branches Angler...
With all the pedals and propellers at Outdoor Retailer tradeshow in Salt Lake City, it was possible to forget that folks paddle kayaks. Luckily...
Kokatat Super Nova Angler Gore-Tex & Bahia Predator PFD
When Kokatat unleashes a new product, expectations are very high. Born and raised in northern California, Kokatat's outer, inner and underwear must be top...
Native and LiquidLogic Offer Pedal Power in New Boats
Native Kayaks was first to introduce a bicycle pedal and propeller system with the Propel. Now, they've extended the Propel system to new and...
Wilderness System Radar and Perception Pilot: Pedals and Motors on the...
Confluence, parent company of Wilderness Systems and Perception, hit the ground running with a quiver of new and redesigned kayaks at OR Demo Day....
