This week on From Paddles to Props, we sit down with special guest Travis Foulks to dig into the truth about the Bonafide XTR 130 kayak. Whether you’re thinking about upgrading your fishing setup or want to hear real talk from the kayak bass fishing scene, this episode is packed with insight.

We’ll cover:
🎣 How the Bonafide XTR 130 performs on the water
🚤 What makes it different from other fishing kayaks
🏆 Kayak tournament fishing tips & Travis’s experiences

🔥 The future of kayak bass fishing and where the sport is headed

Join us live at 9 PM Eastern on Steven Kidd’s Facebook Page, @KKOAYouTube, and the From Paddles to Props X/Twitter page. 

Plus, stick around for giveaways and live chat!

FourSeven Lure Giveaway! 

Join us LIVE on this week’s From Paddles to Props Podcast as we sit down with Dena Davis, a Texas-based kayak bass fishing content creator who is absolutely obsessed with chasing giant bass!

Dena was recommended to us by our sponsor FourSeven Lures and has been turning heads on social media with her impressive catches and passion for the sport. While she isn’t fishing kayak tournaments just yet, she’s got her eyes on the competitive scene and is ready to make waves!

We’ll dive into:
🎣 How Dena got started in kayak bass fishing
🐟 Her tips for finding and catching big Texas bass
🚣 Her dream setup & favorite kayak gear
🏆 Her plans for stepping into kayak tournaments
📸 Building a social media presence around fishing

Whether you’re new to kayak bass fishing or looking to pick up tips from someone obsessed with chasing trophy bass, this episode is for you!

🔴 LIVE Wednesday Night @ 9PM EST
📍 Watch on: Steven Kidd Facebook Page, KKOA YouTube, and From Paddles to Props X/Twitter

🎁 Giveaways Sponsored by FourSeven Lures — Don’t miss your chance to win!

#KayakBassFishing #TexasBassFishing #FromPaddlesToProps #BassFishing #DenaDavis #FourSevenLures #KayakFishingLife #BigBassDreams #KayakFishingTexas #KKOA #FishingPodcast #GiantBass #BassFishingAddict #OutdoorAdventures #FishingContentCreator

Join us LIVE on this week’s From Paddles to Props Podcast as we sit down with Dena Davis, a Texas-based kayak bass fishing content creator who is absolutely obsessed with chasing giant bass!

Dena was recommended to us by our sponsor FourSeven Lures and has been turning heads on social media with her impressive catches and passion for the sport. While she isn’t fishing kayak tournaments just yet, she’s got her eyes on the competitive scene and is ready to make waves!

We’ll dive into:
🎣 How Dena got started in kayak bass fishing
🐟 Her tips for finding and catching big Texas bass
🚣 Her dream setup & favorite kayak gear
🏆 Her plans for stepping into kayak tournaments
📸 Building a social media presence around fishing

Whether you’re new to kayak bass fishing or looking to pick up tips from someone obsessed with chasing trophy bass, this episode is for you!

🔴 LIVE Wednesday Night @ 9PM EST
📍 Watch on: Steven Kidd Facebook Page, KKOA YouTube, and From Paddles to Props X/Twitter

🎁 Giveaways Sponsored by FourSeven Lures — Don’t miss your chance to win!

#KayakBassFishing #TexasBassFishing #FromPaddlesToProps #BassFishing #DenaDavis #FourSevenLures #KayakFishingLife #BigBassDreams #KayakFishingTexas #KKOA #FishingPodcast #GiantBass #BassFishingAddict #OutdoorAdventures #FishingContentCreator

This week on From Paddles to Props, we’re joined by Kinley & Lauren Martin, two passionate kayak tournament anglers who are making waves in the competitive fishing scene! 🎣

We’ll dive deep into the strategies, preparation, and mindset needed to be successful in kayak tournament fishing. Kinley and Lauren will share their personal experiences, favorite techniques, and lessons learned from competing individually in some of the toughest events out there.

📅 When: Wednesday Night — 9 PM Eastern
📍 Where: Live on Steven Kidd’s Facebook Page, KKOA YouTube, & the From Paddles to Props X/Twitter Page

Tune in live, drop your questions, and hang out with the KKOA crew!

#FromPaddlesToProps #KKOA #KinleyAndLaurenMartin #KayakTournamentFishing #FishingPodcast #KayakFishingLife #FishingTournaments #BassFishing #TournamentFishing #FishingTips #FourSevenLures #FishingAddicts #OutdoorAdventures #KKOAFishing #KayakFishingNation #FishingPodcastLive #IndividualKayakAnglers #KayakFishingTournaments

This week on From Paddles to Props, we’re joined by Kinley & Lauren Martin, two passionate kayak tournament anglers who are making waves in the competitive fishing scene! 🎣

We’ll dive deep into the strategies, preparation, and mindset needed to be successful in kayak tournament fishing. Kinley and Lauren will share their personal experiences, favorite techniques, and lessons learned from competing individually in some of the toughest events out there.

📅 When: Wednesday Night — 9 PM Eastern
📍 Where: Live on Steven Kidd’s Facebook Page, KKOA YouTube, & the From Paddles to Props X/Twitter Page

Tune in live, drop your questions, and hang out with the KKOA crew!

#FromPaddlesToProps #KKOA #KinleyAndLaurenMartin #KayakTournamentFishing #FishingPodcast #KayakFishingLife #FishingTournaments #BassFishing #TournamentFishing #FishingTips #FourSevenLures #FishingAddicts #OutdoorAdventures #KKOAFishing #KayakFishingNation #FishingPodcastLive #IndividualKayakAnglers #KayakFishingTournaments

Join From Paddles to Props as we sit down with Travis Randall from Eco Fishing Shop to go deep on the Big Bass 250 Kayak Tournament—the October showdown at Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri. We cover the event’s format, prizes, rules, launch logistics, recommended gear and fall patterns, plus how first-timers can prep to put a giant on the board. If you’ve ever wanted to fish a marquee kayak event in the Midwest—or you’re chasing a personal best in October—this is your episode.

What you’ll learn:

* How Big Bass 250 works (format, check-in, scoring, payouts)

* Proven fall tactics for Lake of the Ozarks from kayak anglers

* Must-have gear & safety for big-water fall conditions

* Travel/launch tips, lodging, and local intel

* How Eco Fishing Shop supports kayak tournaments & the community

Guest: Travis Randall, Eco Fishing Shop
Tournament: Big Bass 250 — Lake of the Ozarks (every October)
Host: From Paddles to Props (live Wednesdays, 9 PM ET)

👇 Drop your questions for Travis in the comments and tell us if you’re fishing BB250 this year!

Links:
• Eco Fishing Shop — 

kayaks, rigging & tournament support

https://ecofishingshop.com

Big Bass 250 info/registration

https://ecofishingshop.com/products/big-bass-250-at-lake-of-the-ozarks

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#BigBass250 #EcoFishingShop #KayakFishing #LakeOfTheOzarks #BassFishing #KayakTournament #FallFishing #FromPaddlesToProps #FishingPodcast #MissouriFishing

This week, I’m flying solo on From Paddles to Props!

Instead of a guest, I wanted to take a little time to share some fishing stories, lessons I’ve learned both on the water and off, and a behind-the-scenes look at where the podcast is heading.

👉 Drop your questions and comments in the chat — I’ll answer them live and talk about what YOU want to hear on future episodes.

Thanks for supporting the show, and don’t worry — we’ve got some exciting guests lined up for the coming weeks!

#KayakFishing #FishingPodcast #FromPaddlesToProps

This week, Steven Lee Kidd sits down with Jeff Long, owner of LC Angler’s Paddle Sports, to talk about his journey in the paddling world — from his early days on the water to running one of the top paddle shops in the region.

The big topic: How to avoid costly mistakes when buying your first kayak. Jeff shares expert tips, common beginner pitfalls, and what to really look for in a kayak that fits your style, skill level, and budget.

Whether you’re brand new to kayaking or looking to upgrade, this episode will save you time, money, and frustration.

https://lcangler.com/

#FromPaddlesToProps #KayakBuyingTips #FirstKayak #KayakFishing #PaddleSports #KayakTips #LCANGLERS #KayakLife #KayakBuyingGuide #OutdoorPodcast #FishingPodcast #KayakAdvice

This week on From Paddles to Props, we sit down with Josh Smith, founder of QMI Tackle, to talk about his journey from a passionate DIY angler to becoming a game-changer in the soft plastic bait making industry. Josh dives deep into how QMI started, the challenges of designing bait injectors and molds, and how his gear is now empowering backyard bait makers across America.

Whether you're a weekend warrior looking to pour your own plastics or just fascinated by the behind-the-scenes of tackle crafting, this episode is packed with insight, grit, and inspiration. Join us as we explore innovation, entrepreneurship, and the lure of making your own bait!

#FromPaddlesToProps #QMITackle #JoshSmith #SoftPlastics #BaitMolds #DIYTackle #FishingPodcast #CustomBaits #TackleTalk #FishingGear #BassFishing #SoftPlasticLures

🚨 This week on From Paddles to Props, we sit down with John Martin, the mastermind behind TrueSouth Custom Lures, to uncover the secrets of bait making and fishing success! 🎣 If you’re serious about custom baits, bass fishing strategies, and building a tackle brand from the ground up, this is a MUST WATCH!

🛠️ Learn how John turned his passion into TrueSouth Lures, a trusted name in the custom bait world. We’ll deep dive into lure design, fishing tactics, and the behind-the-scenes grind of the fishing industry.

#TrueSouthLures

#FromPaddlesToProps

#CustomBaits

#BassFishingLife

#FishingPodcast

#JohnMartinFishing

#LureMaking

#FishingTips

#KayakFishing

#FishingCommunity

#KountryKiddOutdoors