In the first From Paddles to Props LIVE Podcast episode of 2026, we sit down with NuCanoe Pro Staffer Tyler Bean to break down the new NuCanoe Unlimited Max and what it’s really like once the “new kayak hype” wears off.

We cover what Tyler likes, what he would change, and how he’s rigged it after fishing from it for about a month—stability, layout, performance, comfort, and who this kayak is actually for.

If you’re considering the Unlimited Max for fishing, tournaments, camping, or as a do-it-all rig, this episode will help you make a smarter decision before you buy.

Topics we hit in this episode:

Unlimited Max first impressions vs 30 days later

Stability + standing to fish

Speed, tracking, and handling

Layout, open deck space, and comfort

Rigging setup: what Tyler added (and why)

Pros, cons, and “who should NOT buy it”

Unlimited Max vs other popular fishing kayaks

Watch LIVE and drop your questions in the chat — Tyler will answer them on-air.

Sponsors / Giveaways:
(A2 Custom Baits & Fourseven Lures)- Tonights Giveaway- A2 Custom Baits 

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This  week on From Paddles To Props, we sit down with Daniel Morris & Bip Burage, the tournament directors behind KBFTN – Kayak Bass Fishing Tennessee, to break down the future of grassroots kayak fishing tournaments heading into 2026.

We go deep into:

• How local kayak tournament series are evolving
• What anglers MUST do to stay competitive
• How KBFTN is growing across Tennessee
• The biggest mistakes new kayak anglers make
• What tournament directors REALLY look for
• The future of payouts, sponsors, and tournament formats

Whether you’re a weekend warrior, league angler, or working toward national-level competition, this episode will change how you approach tournament fishing.

If you’re serious about kayak bass fishing—you don’t want to miss this one.

SPONSOR THANK YOU 

Special thanks to our sponsors for making this show possible:

A2 Custom Baits
FourSeven Lures, 

Deep South Lure Company

Please support the brands that support kayak fishing and this podcast.

This  week on From Paddles To Props, we sit down with Daniel Morris & Bip Burage, the tournament directors behind KBFTN – Kayak Bass Fishing Tennessee, to break down the future of grassroots kayak fishing tournaments heading into 2026.

We go deep into:

• How local kayak tournament series are evolving
• What anglers MUST do to stay competitive
• How KBFTN is growing across Tennessee
• The biggest mistakes new kayak anglers make
• What tournament directors REALLY look for
• The future of payouts, sponsors, and tournament formats

Whether you’re a weekend warrior, league angler, or working toward national-level competition, this episode will change how you approach tournament fishing.

If you’re serious about kayak bass fishing—you don’t want to miss this one.

SPONSOR THANK YOU 

Special thanks to our sponsors for making this show possible:

A2 Custom Baits
FourSeven Lures, 

Deep South Lure Company

Please support the brands that support kayak fishing and this podcast.

In this special holiday episode of From Paddles to Props, I’m joined by my wife — Mrs. KKOA — for our first-ever couples podcast! 🎄🔥

We break down the best Christmas gift ideas for the outdoorsman, including fishing gear, hunting gear, camping gear, stocking stuffers, and budget-friendly gift ideas for any outdoor lover in your life.

But that’s not all… We also pull back the curtain on what it’s REALLY like living with a YouTube creator and podcast host — the late nights, the filming trips, the gear everywhere, the editing marathons, and the behind-the-scenes reality most people never see.

Whether you're shopping for an outdoorsman or just curious what it’s like being married to one — this episode is packed with laughs, honesty, and great holiday gift ideas.

🎁 Perfect for:

• Wives & girlfriends shopping for outdoorsmen
• Husbands needing gift ideas
• Outdoor creators
• Anyone curious about real-life content creation

A Special Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors

A huge thank you to the incredible sponsors who help make From Paddles to Props possible:

🎣 FourSeven Lures – Premium handcrafted fishing lures built to perform on the water.
🎣 Deep South Lure Company – Proven baits that flat-out catch fish across the South.
🏆 Main Sponsor of This Episode: A2 Custom Baits – High-quality custom soft plastics trusted by serious anglers nationwide.

Please support the brands that proudly support this show and the entire KKOA community!

In this special holiday episode of From Paddles to Props, I’m joined by my wife — Mrs. KKOA — for our first-ever couples podcast!

We break down the best Christmas gift ideas for the outdoorsman, including fishing gear, hunting gear, camping gear, stocking stuffers, and budget-friendly gift ideas for any outdoor lover in your life.

But that’s not all… We also pull back the curtain on what it’s REALLY like living with a YouTube creator and podcast host — the late nights, the filming trips, the gear everywhere, the editing marathons, and the behind-the-scenes reality most people never see.

Whether you're shopping for an outdoorsman or just curious what it’s like being married to one — this episode is packed with laughs, honesty, and great holiday gift ideas.

🎁 Perfect for:

• Wives & girlfriends shopping for outdoorsmen
• Husbands needing gift ideas
• Outdoor creators
• Anyone curious about real-life content creation

A Special Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors

A huge thank you to the incredible sponsors who help make From Paddles to Props possible:

🎣 FourSeven Lures – Premium handcrafted fishing lures built to perform on the water.
🎣 Deep South Lure Company – Proven baits that flat-out catch fish across the South.
🏆 Main Sponsor of This Episode: A2 Custom Baits – High-quality custom soft plastics trusted by serious anglers nationwide.

Please support the brands that proudly support this show and the entire KKOA community!

Tonight we’re celebrating Thanksgiving the best way we know how — with great conversations, gratitude, and community.

We’re joined by Chase & Calah Carlock from Southwest Indiana Outdoors, a YouTube family centered around faith, family, and the outdoors.

In this episode, we talk about:

Keeping faith at the center of everything

Balancing YouTube with real life and relationships

Filming your outdoor lifestyle while still living it

The blessings and challenges of being in front of the camera

Why the outdoors makes family time meaningful

🦃 Thank you for being part of the KKOA family — Happy Thanksgiving!

🎁 Sponsor Giveaway:

Tonight’s giveaway is sponsored by A2 Custom Baits — handmade lures for serious anglers.

👇 Stay Connected:

🔗 Southwest Indiana Outdoors

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🔗 KKOA Website: kkoa25.com

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Tonight we’re celebrating Thanksgiving the best way we know how — with great conversations, gratitude, and community.

We’re joined by Chase & Calah Carlock from Southwest Indiana Outdoors, a YouTube family centered around faith, family, and the outdoors.

In this episode, we talk about:

Keeping faith at the center of everything

Balancing YouTube with real life and relationships

Filming your outdoor lifestyle while still living it

The blessings and challenges of being in front of the camera

Why the outdoors makes family time meaningful

🦃 Thank you for being part of the KKOA family — Happy Thanksgiving!

🎁 Sponsor Giveaway:

Tonight’s giveaway is sponsored by A2 Custom Baits — handmade lures for serious anglers.

👇 Stay Connected:

🔗 Southwest Indiana Outdoors

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🔗 A2 Custom Baits

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🔗 KKOA Website: kkoa25.com

📅 Live Every Wednesday @ 9 PM EST

📺 New videos weekly.

If you're new — hit subscribe and join the community.

Get ready—tonight’s FROM PADDLES TO PROPS live podcast is stacked!
We're joined by TKS Team of the Year Champions — Jody Queen & Abby Abbondanza, representing Team Millertech/KBF. These two powerhouse kayak anglers teamed up for the very first TKS season and walked away as the first-ever TOY title holders!

We’ll break down their season, game-changing decisions, teamwork, strategy, pre-fishing routines, the toughest events, and what it takes to compete—and win—at the highest level in tournament kayak fishing.

Whether you fish competitively or just love the kayak scene, this conversation is packed with insight, stories, and lessons from two of the best in the sport.

🏆 Topics We’ll Cover:

✔️ Building a winning partnership
✔️ Tournament strategy and adaptability
✔️ Mistakes, near misses, and breakthroughs
✔️ Gear, mapping, and water selection
✔️ What’s next for Jody, Abby, and TKS

🙌 Thank You to Our Sponsors

A huge thank you to the companies that support this show and the kayak fishing community:

• FourSeven Lures
• Deep South Lure Company
• A2 Custom Baits

Go support the brands that support kayak angling.

📌 LIVE Every Wednesday at 9PM EST
🔔 Make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!

Get ready—tonight’s FROM PADDLES TO PROPS live podcast is stacked!
We're joined by TKS Team of the Year Champions — Jody Queen & Abby Abbondanza, representing Team Millertech/KBF. These two powerhouse kayak anglers teamed up for the very first TKS season and walked away as the first-ever TOY title holders!

We’ll break down their season, game-changing decisions, teamwork, strategy, pre-fishing routines, the toughest events, and what it takes to compete—and win—at the highest level in tournament kayak fishing.

Whether you fish competitively or just love the kayak scene, this conversation is packed with insight, stories, and lessons from two of the best in the sport.

🏆 Topics We’ll Cover:

✔️ Building a winning partnership
✔️ Tournament strategy and adaptability
✔️ Mistakes, near misses, and breakthroughs
✔️ Gear, mapping, and water selection
✔️ What’s next for Jody, Abby, and TKS

🙌 Thank You to Our Sponsors

A huge thank you to the companies that support this show and the kayak fishing community:

• FourSeven Lures
• Deep South Lure Company
• A2 Custom Baits

Go support the brands that support kayak angling.

📌 LIVE Every Wednesday at 9PM EST
🔔 Make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!

This week on From Paddles to Props, we’re headed to Texas for a special live episode featuring Tony Rice, owner and founder of Trash Can Rodz — the custom rod company that’s taking the fishing world by storm!

We’ll dive into Tony’s journey from humble beginnings to building one of the most unique custom rod brands in the country. From hand-crafted precision to wild custom designs, Trash Can Rodz proves that “trash” can truly become treasure on the water.

🎣 Topics include:
• The story behind the Trash Can Rodz name
• How Tony started building custom rods in Texas
• What makes his rods different from the rest
• Rod-building tips for anglers
• His favorite builds, funniest client requests, and future plans

Join us LIVE Wednesday night at 9 PM Eastern on Steven Kidd’s Facebook page, the Kountry Kidd’s Outdoor Adventures YouTube channel (@KKOAYouTube), and the From Paddles to Props X page!

💥 Giveaway Sponsor: FourSeven Lures – Don’t miss your chance to win!