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.
Best Fishing Kayaks With Motors
In the days before the explosion of mainstream kayak fishing, it took skills and courage to fish from a kayak. After the kayak fishing...
Bonafide PWR129 Review
Can I put two motors on a kayak? Can I install forward-facing and side-view sonar? Will it work? Will it turn into a royal...
A New Twist On Braided Line
Most braided line comes from the same factory. It's made of the same materials and it's very similar. The stuff coming out from XBRAID...
Best Cheap Fishing Kayaks Under $500 For 2026
Believe it or not, you can get a good fishing kayak for less than $500. As long as your expectations are realistic, you can...
The Stinkiest Lure That Can Shimmy Gets The Bass
There never seems to be a shortage of lures worth cramming in a tacklebox. Alas, space and budgets keep us in check, and make...
Best Fishing Canoes For 2026
Many of the best canoeing adventures begin with the lure of wild fish, a hard-to-reach lake, and the challenge of how to get there....
Best Ocean Fishing Kayaks For 2026
Modern kayak fishing was born on the ocean. Malibu surfer Tim Niemier developed the first sit-on-top kayak to paddle past the breakers and target...
Keep The Fishing Going All Night Long With These Versatile Lights
I’m always looking for new and interesting ways to stay safe on the water, especially fishing at night where it could be incredibly dangerous....
Humminbird Solves The Biggest Problem With Fish Finders
The Humminbird XPLORE is making waves and gaining attention by proving itself to be one of the easiest to use fish finders now available.
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A Feature-Packed Handheld VHF At A Shockingly Low Cost
I carry a handheld VHF radio with me every time I go out fishing. It's an easy way to contact rescue services and to...
