Bass, Kayak and Beers

Join Armando Solá on “The Reel Life” for a livestream with special guest Ethan Robertson, fresh off his victory at the Texas B.A.S.S. Nation Kayak Series Tournament at Lake Travis in Austin, TX. Ethan breaks down how a miserable practice day didn’t stop him from winning—sharing mindset tips, on‑water adjustments, matchup strategies, and practical advice for anglers nervous about showing up on race...

Join Armando Solá on The Reel Life for a live, hands-on review with Jay Valentin of @thebeardeddadfishing as they break down the new Cajo Outpost 128. Jay shares real-world impressions on stability, tracking, comfort, and fishing features, then pits the Outpost 128 against similar designs—like The Hammer from Native Kayaks—to help you decide which rig fits your style. Bring your questions for the...

Armando Solá welcomes Jake Stem to The Reel Life to discuss his rookie season on the Bassmaster Kayak Series Opens. Jake shares highs and lows, hard-earned do’s and don’ts, and practical tips for anglers thinking about joining national tournament trails. Tune in for candid stories, strategy advice, and the mindset that helped him compete at the next level. Ideal for kayak anglers who want real-wor...

Armando Solá sits down live with Andy “The Bearded Paddler” to investigate a troubling pattern: independent, family-operated kayak retailers shuttering across the United States in recent years. They unpack the root causes — rising competition, shifting consumer habits, supply-chain pressures and online dominance — and map out who suffers (local economies, grassroots paddling culture, small‑scale o...

Join Armando Solá live on The Reel Life with special guest Chase Lawson as he dissects his dominating Texas Bass Nation Kayak Series victory at legendary Lake O.H. Ivey. Chase breaks down the tactics that won the day — why slowing your presentation, staying patient, and methodically picking apart an area are key to maximizing your five-fish limit. Tune in for practical tips, on-the-water stories,...

Host Armando Solá welcomes Rob Perez (Oil Field Angler), Calvin (owner, Creek Life Lures), and Oscar Castillo (Executive Director, Fin Addict Angler Foundation) to discuss their partnership launching hands-on fishing clinics. Hear how they plan to teach angler skills, boost outdoor confidence, and embed stewardship and ethics into every cast — all to bring communities back to the water and protect...

Join Armando Solá on “The Reel Life” for a hard-hitting livestream with kayak pro JR Mocaby. JR breaks down punching, flipping, and pitching step-by-step — when and where to use each tactic from a kayak, how to read cover and structure, and the subtle adjustments that turn bites into hookups. He’ll answer whether bait color matters, recommend optimal rod & reel combos for power and finesse, an...

 Join Armando Solá live on The Reel Life with special guests Jordan Marshall & Lance Coley as they breaks down how to win at bass fishing without a fish finder. Tune in for practical tips, real-world examples, and a live Q&A to sharpen your skills and confidence on the water.

Join host Armando live as kayak tournament angler Dan Nguyen breaks down the winning game plan that produced a 110" bag and dominated the NTXKC at legendary Lake Fork. Dan walks through every detail—from the bladed jig setup and must-use bait colors to exact rod, reel and line choices, hookup and presentation tips, and how he read the water that day. Perfect for tournament anglers and weekend...

Dan lets it rip with hard truths about ethics, safety, and culture in kayak fishing. Tough talk, real solutions, no sugarcoating.

Join host Armando Solá on The Reel Life as Texas tournament kayak ace Rolando Nandin shares proven strategies for locating and catching big bass during the spring shad spawn. Rolando breaks down where the bass stage, what presentations work, kayak-specific tactics, ideal gear, and how to read current and cover. Tune in live to pick his brain, get real-world setup tips. Perfect for tournament angle...

Join Armando on The Reel Life as he sits down with top kayak tournament angler Casey Reed to break down his big win at the Bassmaster Kayak Series Open on Caddo Lake. Casey shares the tactics, read-and-stay mindset, and decision cues he uses to know when to hold a spot—and when to move only as a last resort. Tune in for pro-level strategy, real-world examples from the tournament, and actionable ti...

Kalon Johnson, a Louisiana fishing expert and recent champion of the TX B.A.S.S. Nation tournament at Caddo Lake, shares his proven strategies for targeting big bass. In this live stream, Kalon will delve into the art of flipping around structure, covering crucial topics such as bait color selection, line types, and the perfect rod and reel setups. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just star...

Join Armando Solá on "The Reel Life" as Texas kayak ace Mathew Scotch breaks down the top-water frog techniques that earned him the win at the Texas B.A.S.S. Kayak Series on LBJ. From lure selection and line choice to rod/reel setup and rhythmic cadence, Mathew walks through the exact gear, retrieves, and thinking he uses to target big bass from a kayak. Tune in for pro tips, on-water st...

This week on Advanced Kayak Angler, host Daniel Perry sits down with Rus Snyders and Jordan Westerman to break down flipping, pitching, and punching for kayak anglers. The trio covers gear, setups, footwork, target selection, and smart presentation tweaks that get bites in heavy cover — plus a lively discussion about intentionally leaving the net behind. Practical tips, real-world stories, and pro...

Join host Armando Solá and guest Sean Riggle for a live deep dive into an AI-powered fishing coach that’s changing how anglers learn. Sean will share the app’s origin story, why he built it, and what sets it apart from other fishing tools. Learn how AI shortens the learning curve with personalized tips, see how Sean uses the app on the water, hear real user feedback, and get a preview of the roadm...

In this compelling episode of "Advance Kayak Angler," host Daniel Perry sits down with the 2026 Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship winner, Nick Dyer. Nick shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings in grassroots fishing to conquering the premier stage of kayak angling. Tune in as he discusses the challenges he faced, the strategies that led to his success, and his passion for the sport....

Join Armando on The Reel Life with special guest Michael Cates — fresh off his NTXKC win at Lake Lewisville. Michael breaks down the drop-shot rig and shows how he targets big bass during spawning season. Expect: - Drop-shot setup and presentation - Reading spawning flats and locating trophy bass - Winning gear, rigging, and bait choices Tune in to learn the exact technique that won the tournament...

Special guest Matt Collins sits down with Armando to break down his finesse approach using soft-plastic minnows and hair jigs—techniques designed to land more than just bites, but quality-size bass. Tune in live for in-depth tips, on-water strategy and gear choices. Bring your questions and join the conversation.

 Host Daniel Perry sits down with anglers Armando Sola and Peter Husser to break down their hands-on time in the new VoyaX Mossa 128. From standout features and on-water performance to whether this newcomer could upend kayak fishing as we know it, Armando and Peter share candid impressions and expert insights. Tune in to hear why they were so impressed—and decide for yourself if the Mossa 128 is t...

On this episode of The Reel Life, host Armando Solá welcomes back JR Mocaby to unpack an astonishing comeback: how a last-minute discovery on practice day prompted JR to abandon his usual style, execute a complete 180, and still walk away with the tournament win. Tune in for a play-by-play of the decision-making, strategy adjustments, and mindset that turned risk into triumph.

Join us live on The Reel Life with special guest Chris Platt as he breaks down how to target trophy bass during the spawning cycle. Chris will show you where to find them, what signs to watch for, and the baits and presentations that work best. Perfect for anglers of all levels.

On this episode of The Advanced Kayak Angler, host Daniel Perry sits down with top angler Rus Snyders for a deep-dive conversation packed with practical insight. They cover everything from dual-motor setups and boat control to proven prespawn tactics and on-the-water decision making. Whether you’re dialing in your rig or sharpening your spring strategy, you’ll walk away with actionable takeaways—s...

Join Armando Solá live on The Reel Life as he welcomes back Kieth Knutz to break down the pre-spawning tactics that earned him #1 in both the NTXKC and TX B.A.S.S. Kayak Series at the new Bois D’Arc Lake. Tune in for step‑by‑step strategies, gear choices, spot selection, and in‑boat decision making you can use next trip. Bring your questions — live Q&A at the end! 

Join Armando Solá on The Reel Life for a live conversation with Ryan Matylewicz, winner of the Bassmaster Kayak Series Stop 1 at the Kissimmee Chain. Ryan—an angler from the Northeast—walks through how he adjusted to Florida winter bass fishing and secured the win: scouting, pre-fishing, pattern development, tackle and line choices, and the Sunday lines-out moments that sealed his victory. Bring y...