Meet Max Lee. a humble California kayak angler that has quietly developed a reputation for catching big bass, including a recent 16lb largemouth! Max works hard for those big fish and shares great insight into what it takes to find the biggest ...

How does forward-facing sonar change your kayak fishing?  Can it be an unfair advantage?  Experienced users and a championship angler with no FFS experience weigh in on this controversial technology. 

Your mindset can win or lose kayak bass tournaments long before your first cast. 🧠🎣 Mental preparation is more important than any rod, reel, or lure. But what if you had a proven manual for controlling your mental state under pressure?In th...

Too many kayak anglers find themselves in life-threatening situations.  This is the first in a series of interviews with anglers who had close calls on the water.  This episode tells a scary story about an angler who flipped his kayak...

What have we learned from interviewing the top 3 finishers in 17 different Kayak Bass Tournaments since 2023?  Our hosts looks back at the big lessons.

Southern Illinois Kayak Club Tournament Director Jonathan Kessler releases the tournament schedule for next year!  Check out the new website at www.sikcfishing.org

🎣 Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Kayak Bass Connection Podcast!  We’re diving into all the exciting changes coming to the Illinois kayak bass scene in 2026 — new rules, new leadership, and maybe even a new tournamen...

Kayak Bass Tournament Anglers recap the final event of the 2025  Southern Illinois Kayak Club (SIKC) Tournament Trail at Newton Lake.  This episode is packed with talented anglers sharing their bass fishing know-how.

 The SiKC kayak bass tournament at Pyramid State Park was a test of skill, endurance, and strategy. With over 40 strip pits to choose from, triple-digit heat, and tough bites, only 10 anglers posted a limit. We talk to Darren Hem...

🔥 Bass Battle at Cedar Lake! 🔥Witness kayak fishing history as SIKC Angler of the Year Dalton Williams continues his unstoppable run on the 2025 kayak bass tournament trail! Meanwhile, Jerry and Nick Bryson make waves as the first father-so...

Can't fish on Saturday?  No problem. Mike Husar discusses plans to bring back flexible, low cost options for kayak bass tournaments in Illinois.

The Illinois B.A.S.S. Nation is expanding to include a kayak division!  Mike Husar and Susie Roloff provide an update on their efforts to get the B.A.S.S. Kayak Series launched in Illinois.  Very exciting news for all anglers!

Top finishers from the Kayak Bass Tournament at Sangchris Lake, Illinois discuss their success AND whether or not Darren should skip his brother's wedding to fish a tournament.  What do you think?

The top three anglers analyze a super tough kayak bass tournament and discuss how their pedal-drive kayaks offer them a competitive edge over those using motorized kayaks. We are the official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club Bass Tou...

The Southern Illinois Kayak Club kicked off their 2025 tournament trail with a bang!  Record attendance, record payouts, and big bass.  We welcome the top 3 kayak anglers from this kayak bass tournament to talk about their great perfo...

Susie Roloff out fished some the best kayak anglers in the midwest to win the 2025 SIKC Classic Championship on Cedar Lake.  Listen in as the the top 4 anglers in contest talk about the challenging conditions, life as a kayak bass angler, ...

 In this video, kayak anglers Scott Gyon, Jeff Shere, and Lee Van Hoose sit down with the Southern Illinois Kayak Club to talk about the upcoming fishing tournament season. Lee shares valuable tips on the most common catch, photo, and rele...

A travel-friendly fishing kayak is great for campers, travelers, and anyone pressed for space.  We interview representatives from experts from Wilderness Systems, Bonifide, Old Town, Native Watercraft, and Hobie in search of the perfect mo...

Join two new kayak tournament anglers as they learn tips on what to expect in their first season.  Keep a notebook handy for this one!  The Kayak Bass Connection is proud to be the official podcast of the Southern Illinois Kayak Club ...

A deep dive into using the soft jerk bait, also known as the fluke.  Find out why you should have this rigged and ready!  Oh ya, what is a donkey rig anyway?  Find out in this episode.

Over 40 tips in less than an hour! Former Angler Of The Year Dustin Siegle answers questions from 2 novice kayak tournament anglers.  A goldmine of good advice to get started fishing from a kayak.Full video at: https://youtube.com/...

We caught up with SIKC angler Kendall Mezo as he gave a beginners' tutorial on crafting custom jigs and chatted about the upcoming tournament season.  

The 2025 Tournament schedule for the Southern Illinois Kayak Club is announced first here!  Kayak Bass Anglers from Illinois, Missouri, and Indiana should mark their calendars now!

This episode has it all!  Topics include fishing in teams, harassing the angler of the year, crossroads classic recap, dinning recommendations, Kayak Bass League, and the 2025 SIKC season.  This episode features Dalton Williams, Dusti...

Rece Schneider recaps his impressive tournament win and 3 winning anglers discuss the importance of having fun on the water.  Find out how Nick Chabarria nearly won the tournament on a standup paddle board!  Tournament director Joshua...