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Paddleboard with Mom on Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is fast approaching. It’s just around the corner. What better way to make her day than to spend a day on the water with her on a paddleboard? The Sarasota area of Florida has so many areas to get out and enjoy a day on the water you can have your pick. It […]

Where to SUP Sarasota and Tampa Bay

In the Sarasota and Tampa Bay area, we’re blessed to have so many areas to go stand up paddle boarding. In this post, we’re going to give you five of our favorite areas to SUP Sarasota and Tampa Bay. South Lido Beach Here you’ll want to get there early, as it’s filled with kayak and […]

Philippi Estate Park Kayaking and Activites

It’s not difficult to catch glimpses of Phillippi Creek when journeying around Sarasota. Along the southern edge of the creek rests the 60-acre county property known as Phillippi Estate Park. This wondrous property features plenty of activities for kids and adults, including a convenient kayak launch. The History of Phillippi Estate Park The estate park […]

Red Tide News and Deals

The media loves a negative story. Nothing keeps an audience tuned in and tense like fear. The recent red tide conditions in Florida are no exception to this rule. Falsehoods and truths both understated and overblown abound news channel by news channel. Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports strives to keep our audience as informed with facts as […]

Lake Okeechobee’s Toxic Algae Blooms

Lake Okeechobee is the largest freshwater lake in Florida. It is one of the oldest landmarks that has provided Florida residents and visitors alike with numerous outdoor activities including fishing, boating and trail hiking. This wonderful natural watershed is in dire straits due to a reoccurring toxic algae bloom problem. The causes of this toxic […]

Top 3 Sarasota Kayak Launch Sites

Sarasota Florida boasts an innumerable number of natural sights that draw in millions of visitors every year. The white sandy beaches, the myriad mix of exotic animals coupled with the locals’ welcoming attitude continues to snare hearts and minds across the world. Activities can range from swimming, snorkeling, canoeing, kayaking and many more. For our […]

Economy Tackle – Dolphin Paddlesports Reviews

Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports has been servicing the Sarasota area since 1948, that’s 69 years going on 70! But more often than not, the longevity of a business is not the proof of its service. Few opinions are more solid than past clients. We at Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports pride ourselves in having the highest quality service […]

Sarasota Snorkeling Fun!

Have you heard about snorkeling and how much fun it can be? Are you ready to go out and give it a shot yourself? Don’t worry you are not the first or last person to want to dive into the deep blue. But be careful there are several steps you want to take to ensure […]

Demo Day This Saturday 10-07-2017

Join us for our Kayak and Hobie Eclipse Demo Day this Saturday October 7th, from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm at Ackerman Park in Sarasota.  Try any of our selection of over 35 kayaks and both sizes of the Hobie Eclipse.  Pedal, paddle, compare, and discuss them with our staff.  A few minutes on the water […]

Celebrate Fourth of July Safely From Economy Tackle & Dolphin Paddlesports

It’s that time of the year again! Independence Day or July Fourth is a celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of these United States 241 years ago. Americans throughout the world choose to celebrate it in several different ways including fireworks, parades, barbecues, and all other kinds of activities. A common theme […]