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Silent Traction System Install (Standard on All 2012 Angler Edition Boats)

Starting for the 2012 model season on boats shipping in August 2011 and on, Wilderness Systems Angler package kayaks will include the Silent Traction System. This innovative system allows you to customize your kayak for form and function, but you want to make sure you do a nice job.

Our friends over at Hook1 posted a great how-to on their blog if you're looking for more details and step-by-step instructions beyond what is found in the owner's manual.

The Silent Traction System…

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Added by Craigo on September 12, 2011 at 3:09pm — No Comments

In-Depth Review (with pics) of the 2012 Wilderness Systems Ride 135

Great early review of the all-new 2012 Wilderness Systems Ride 135 by Palmetto Kayak Fishing.

Excerpt:

The seating system coupled with the floor layout is genius. In other kayaks I have owned, I run into a common problem - there never seems to be enough leg room for me from the seat to the foot pegs. I have historically had to modify the design of the foot pegs to make my legs more comfortable, but the Ride’s configuration worked perfectly right out of the…

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Added by Craigo on August 12, 2011 at 12:07pm — 7 Comments

First Pics of 2012 Ride 135 Production Posted!!

Check out the first gallery of all the new features of the redesigned 2012 Ride 135 Fishing Kayak from Wilderness Systems! This has not been officially announced yet but we're releasing information exclusively on our Kayak Fishing Facebook page, so be sure to "like" us to keep up with the latest.

Click here to view the gallery - Wilderness Systems Kayak Fishing 2012 Ride…

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Added by Craigo on July 25, 2011 at 10:04pm — No Comments

The New 2012 Ride 115 and Ride 135 Announced on Wildy Facebook

Be sure to "like" our Wilderness Systems Kayak Fishing Facebook page where we exclusively announced the all-new Ride 115 and Ride 135 sit-on-top models.

The Ride 115 offers big-time stability and versatility in a small-time kayak. The Ride 135, a perennial favorite, has been redesigned completely, as well!

For complete details, specs, and pictures, check out our Facebook page and become a fan by "liking" it.

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Added by Craigo on July 20, 2011 at 8:52am — No Comments

If You Become Our Fan on Facebook....

Then you get to see cute pictures like this.

http://facebook.com/WildernessSystems…

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Added by Craigo on July 23, 2010 at 9:35am — No Comments

GKFF Presents Wilderness Certificate of Appreciation for Warrior Transition Support

We were extremely proud to receive this certificate of appreciation from Georgia Kayak Fishing Foundation (GKFF) presented to Confluence (Wilderness Systems' parent company) for our support of their Warrior Transition program.

The honor is ours and our support of the Warrior Transition Battalion at Fort Benning, GA is our way of showing appreciation for the dedicated service and sacrifice of our armed forces. We are thankful for the opportunity to participate in such an important… Continue

Added by Craigo on July 12, 2010 at 2:44pm — 2 Comments

Community Changes and New Fishing Forum

Greetings all! Thank you so much for making this site a great success. Our traffic and activity has grown over 600% in the past year and the site has become a great place to share activities and find out what's going on with the company and community.

Kayak fishing has been a huge topic on the site, so to offer even more features to this community and continue to serve our non-fishing kayakers, we're launching the new Wilderness Systems Fishing Forum. The traditional forum-based site… Continue

Added by Craigo on June 29, 2010 at 2:50pm — 1 Comment

Wilderness Tarpons survive Car Mega-Crash at 95-MPH (Kayak Angler Magazine)

Check out this guy's pretty disturbing forum post on a smash up where the car was completely obliterated. It was carrying two Wilderness Systems Tarpons....they fare quite a bit better than the car to say the least.

Read the story - http://www.kayakanglermag.com/forum/6-general-discussion/2191-how-tough-are-the-new-tarpon-100s.html#2210…

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Added by Craigo on May 28, 2010 at 2:03pm — 1 Comment

The Commander 120 Hits the Big Time in Bassmaster June 2010 issue!

An exciting bit of news from the broad world of fishing, the sport of kayak fishing gets a big boost this month in the June 2010 Bassmaster issue. The "Where No Boat Has Gone Before" story inside details why we're entering the "golden age" of small craft.

And we're even more excited that the Wilderness Systems Commander 120 was featured as the face of kayak fishing, featured both on the cover and on the main story page header. (sorry it's not signing autographs at this… Continue

Added by Craigo on May 19, 2010 at 1:49pm — No Comments

How to Embed Videos into Your Blog

Embedding videos into your blog post is simple, but is a little odd

using this system. Here is the information below to help you integrate

your videos directly into a blog post, rather than simply linking them.

1) Get all the text in your new blog post before putting the videos in.

You can add all the text, formatting, and images necessary.

2) Find the place(s) that you want your embedded video(s) to go.

3) Next, copy the… Continue

Added by Craigo on April 20, 2010 at 11:22am — 1 Comment

No Drill Anchor Trolley (Ride 135 and Tarpons) by Chad Hoover

Here is how I set up my no-drill anchor trolley. I use this system because it is quick, easy, inexpensive and doesn't make any permanent modifications to the kayak. This set up can be easily removed and used on another kayak as well.

You start by creating two loops with the pulleys. This can be done by sewing the line or using hog (cage) rings.

I prefer to sew the loop. Install a piece of heat shrink before sewing to cover… Continue

Added by Craigo on April 6, 2010 at 5:00pm — 7 Comments

COMMANDER 120 (QUIET CONTACT SYSTEM) by Chad Hoover

Content by Wilderness Systems Fishing Team Manager Chad Hoover

We often taught stealth as the primary advantage of the kayak. Here is my modification to take it to the next level.

I found this product from Stewart Products Sure Step and it immediately got my attention as a way to make the kayak more "quiet". We often talk about the stealth of kayaks as a major advantage but overlook how load they…

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Added by Craigo on April 5, 2010 at 9:00am — 3 Comments

And the Lady Would Become King

From Chad Hoover - It's official. 64 people entered the first Wilderness System Challenge series named the COMMANDER KING OF SPRING CHALLENGE and the only female angler that was signed up put a whoopin' on the rest of the field!

Congratulations to Tina Shank!! Her 25 inch bass beat the next closest fish by a full inch!

The Challenge was aptly renamed the COMMANDER QUEEN OF SPRING! :)

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Added by Craigo on April 1, 2010 at 8:30am — 3 Comments

New Fishing and SlideTrax Accessories Available Now

The following kayak fishing and SlideTrax accessories are now available for purchase directly from Wilderness Systems accessories provider Harmony Gear, including new Commander 120 bow and stern bag/covers. Click the links below for more information.

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SlideTrax Anchor Trolley for Commander 120…

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Added by Craigo on February 22, 2010 at 6:08pm — 3 Comments

Bassmaster Classic Wrap-Up

A great weekend for everything fishing, we wrapped up at the Bassmaster Expo late Sunday and headed home. It seemed there were even more people packing the venue Sunday than Saturday, eagerly waiting a glimpse or even an autograph of their favorite pro angler.

Day 1 Recap

Day 2 Recap

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Added by Craigo on February 22, 2010 at 1:30pm — 2 Comments

Kayak Fishing with the AT FishStix Paddle by Jeff Little

At the Bassmaster Expo, Jeff Little did a quick video on why he chooses the AT FishStix Paddle and the different techniques possible. The FishStix is the most used paddle by the Wilderness Pro Fishing Staff.

Adventure Technology Paddles FishStix…

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Added by Craigo on February 21, 2010 at 2:41pm — No Comments

Bassmaster Q and A with Jeff Little - Commander vs Ride

At the show we asked Jeff Little to give us his thoughts on a few frequently asked questions in a quick discussion at the booth on the 2010 Bassmaster Expo show floor.

In this video he covers the question often asked:

Which is more stable? The Ride 135 or the Commander 120?

Check it… Continue

Added by Craigo on February 20, 2010 at 7:25pm — 1 Comment

Bassmaster Outdoor Expo Day 1

Greetings from Birmingham, AL after the first day of the Bassmaster Outdoor Expo. Great crowd this year...(check out the ESPN live blog for up to date information on tournament leader boards and more)

Here's a few shots from the floor, featuring some visitors and our Pro Staff from the first day.

Bassmaster Classic is the Mardi Gras of the… Continue

Added by Craigo on February 19, 2010 at 8:30pm — 2 Comments

Keep Up with the Bassmaster Classic Outdoor Expo

Updated: Just arrived in Birmingham.....getting ready for the show.

Chris Summa sets up the accessory display.…

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Added by Craigo on February 17, 2010 at 4:00pm — 1 Comment

Mo' Bass Takes up Snow Kneeboarding on the Road

Unofficial Wilderness Systems Pro member Mo' Bass decided not to stay inside over the icy weather this past weekend. Rather than ice fishing, he took the next obvious alternative - Street snow kneeboarding from the back of a pickup truck.

Wilderness does not condone this particular activity, but does give Mr. Bass a thumbs up for considering safety gear. We hope he's ok based on the… Continue

Added by Craigo on February 1, 2010 at 9:59am — 2 Comments