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 […]
3 Most Common Types of Fishing Kayaks
Not all kayaks are created the same. Indeed not for the same purpose. Fishing kayaks are in their own category. Fishing kayaks are designed with stability as well as navigability in mind. The right kind of fishing kayak for you will depend on what type of fishing you plan to engage in, as well as […]
3 Key Sarasota Kayak Fishing Tips
Kayak fishing is gaining more and more popularity as fishing aficionados embrace the benefits of fishing from a kayak. We at Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports have made our love of casting out from a kayak no secret. With that in mind, we put together a list of 3 key kayak fishing tips for our readers to […]
Don’t Miss This Kayak Demo Day with Manufacturer Representatives!
We have a treat for our Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports kayak fans! The upcoming November 17th kayak demo day will feature manufacturer representatives from Hobie Cat, Wilderness Systems, Perception Kayaks, Hurricane Kayaks, and BIC Sport! This is your only chance to have such a varied wealth of knowledge at your fingertips directly from the makers of […]
Kayak Rentals: Rent to Buy a Kayak
Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports understands that purchasing a kayak is not an easy decision to make. It’s a major purchasing decision that involves plenty of preplanning and forethought. With this in mind, we continually strive to make easier to get you in a kayak today. From our constant free demo days to discounted kayak rentals, to […]
The New 2019 Hobie Pedal Kayaks are Here
Get ready for an exciting fall as the new 2019 Hobie pedal kayaks are out! It’s a great time to be a paddler and a Hobie fan as these new kayaks will have you racing to the water. Your friends at Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports have an exclusive first look for you at the new 2019 […]
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 […]
Hobie Mirage Sport – Kayak Spotlight
Of our favorite takes on the traditional kayak design is the sit-on-top kayak variation. These kayaks are designed for easier exit and entry and feature several additional fun traits that instantly made them popular. Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports’ favorite take on the sit-on-top kayak variation is the Hobie Mirage Sport. There are several reasons why this […]
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 […]
3 Key Stand-Up Paddleboard Safety Tips
Your kayaking and stand up paddleboard experts in Sarasota at Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports have a few tips for you to stay safe while you enjoy one our favorite waterborne outdoor activity. While stand-up paddle boarding can be a fun activity for the whole family it is important to always have a safety first approach when […]