The Yak Legion Podcast

American tackle won best of show this year at ICAST 2023 with their new Tsuka 2 Carbon Handle Rod Grips!!

On this episode of the Yak Legion Podcast Zach shares some insight on the history of fishing in the sunshine state of Florida along with some useful information about the many saltwater and freshwater fish that inhabit the region. Zach and John Graves of John Graves Kayak Fishing fish the alligator infested waters of the Saint Johns River in wild country Florida! Thanks for listening and don't for...

On this episode Zach Coriell is honored to have American Tackle Pro Staff Director and charter Captain Ancelmo Fernandez out of Florida on the show! We chat about rod building using American Tackle rod components and the work of a Pro staff director. Captain Mo shares stories of weeks long childhood fishing adventures with his father along with tales from his four years running a fishing charter....

On this episode Zach chats with Brian Demo of the Finding Demo Surf Fishing Podcast based out of North Florida. We remissness over ICAST and talk about FishBite and American Tackle at the show. Brian shares his surf fishing experience on the show along with heart warming stories of father daughter fishing adventures and accomplishments. We chat about podcasting and a whole lot more! You can listen...

On this episode of the Yak Legion podcast our host Zach Coriell chats with Melissa Keg from the Strictly Sail kayak team here in Cincinnati Ohio. She also has a very interesting and informative YouTube channel called GirlGoneFishing. We chat about her kayak fishing adventures where she travels all over Ohio fishing local tournament trails like the Buckeye Kayak Fishing Trail and Cincinnati Kayak F...

On this episode Zach recounts his 11 mile kayak float down Scioto Brush Creek in Scioto County Ohio. Zach and his buddies enjoy a summer day kayaking one of Ohio's most underrated creeks.  You can listen to the Yak Legion podcast on most major podcast apps like Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also listen in at https://anchor.fm/TheYakLegionPodcast/ You can follow Yak Legion on Facebook at...

On this episode Zach chats with a very talented young man named Brennan McDougal from the Hoosier state of Indiana. We catch up with this high school grad since our last episode during his freshman year. Brennan shares some fishing stories and his involvement on the Hobie Fishing team. Come take a listen and thanks as always!!! You can follow Brennan Mcdougal on Facebook at https://www.facebo...

On this episode of Yak Legion, Zach chats with Christian Highfield of Crankin with Christian about his fishing adventures and our favorite new products out of ICAST 2022! Give it a listen and thanks as always! You can listen to the Yak Legion podcast on most major podcast apps like Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also listen in at https://anchor.fm/TheYakLegionPodcast/ You can follow Yak Legio...

On this short episode Zach shares some amazing news about the future of the Yak Legion podcast! He shares his favorite products from ICAST 2022 and shares some stories from his amazing trip!  You can listen to the Yak Legion podcast on most major podcast apps like Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also listen in at https://anchor.fm/TheYakLegionPodcast/ You can follow Yak Legion on Facebook...

Zach and John joke around and excitedly chat about ICAST 2022!! You can listen to the Yak Legion podcast on most major podcast apps like Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also listen in at https://anchor.fm/TheYakLegionPodcast/ You can follow Yak Legion on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheYakLegionPodcast You can follow on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/theyaklegionpodcast/ #theya...

Zach sits down with John Graves Kayak Fishing to talk life, fishing and ICAST 2022 at the Rockin Star Ranch here in sweet old Cincinnati Ohio. Come have a seat with us and enjoy the grand sport of Kayak Fishing! You can listen to the Yak Legion podcast on most major podcast apps like Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also listen in at https://anchor.fm/TheYakLegionPodcast/ You can follow Yak Leg...

On this episode of Yak Legion Zach chats with Paul of Cincy Fish Dudes about his YouTube channel and fishing South Western Ohio. We chat about multi species fishing in the greater Cincinnati area. Fishing the banks of the Little Miami River to kayaking local Ohio lakes.  You wont wanna miss this! Check them out on Youtube at Cincy Fish Dudes! You can listen to the Yak Legion podcast on most m...

On this episode of the Yak Legion podcast, Zach welcomes John Graves Kayak Fishing and BillyKayaks onto the show for a early spring bass fishing round table discussion. We discus local kayak fishing trails like the BKFT and CKFT along with sharing our success for early season fishing around Ohio. You dont want to miss this! Thanks for listening! You can listen to the Yak Legion podcast on most maj...

On this episode Zach chats with Justin Lammers of the KayakDIY Youtube channel about ICAST and Florida living. Justin shares a few interesting stories about Gator attacks, Scuba fossil hunting and kayak DIY projects. Check out the KayakDIY Guy on Youtube and across social media. Thanks for listening! You can listen to the Yak Legion podcast on most major podcast apps like Apple Podcasts and Spotif...

Zach and Johnny say their final goodbye to ICAST2021 as they travel back home to Cincinnati Ohio from Orlando Florida. These anglers discus their favorite products from ICAST and share tales of the joyous adventure!

Join Zach Coriell and John Graves as we head down south to the great state of Florida to represent American Tackle at ICAST 2021!!!! This isn’t just the road to ICAST….this is the road to greatness!

On this episode Zach interviews Jeremy Nylander and Anna Grondin who kayaked the Inside Passage through Canada and Alaska during the Summer of 2019. Anna worked as a guide leading week-long trips through the mountains and inlets of British Columbia. Jeremy worked 11 seasons down in Antarctica for the National Science Foundation. As a deep field carpenter. In 2019 these two accomplished their goal...

On this episode of Yak Legion Zach interviews Vice President Melissa Blair of Wildlife Women. We talk about what this non profit organization does to promote women in the outdoors and introduce new women to hunting and fishing. Melissa is a bonafide country girl growing up in eastern Kentucky and shares some great stories with us. Grab a drink and come take a listen!  Check out their web...

On this episode of Yak Legion Zach catches up with Cory Morrow of Waterborne Camper on YouTube. We chat about life,camping and kayaking!

On this episode Zach chats with kayak catfish enthusiast Ryan Bortz of Kentucky, Ryan slays the catfish and competition on his local tournament trail Kayaks and Cats. Tune in as Zach picks Ryans brain on all things kayak cat fishing. Thanks for listening and don't forget to check the Yak Legion podcast out on your favorite podcast apps like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  You can listen to the Y...

On this episode Zach and Christian chat with the BKFT angler of the year Chris Hannegan and the Classic winner Darrel Cornelius. We sit back and look back on the year as these two fought their way to the top fishing the Buckeye Kayak Fishing Trail here in Ohio. You can listen to the Yak Legion podcast on most major podcast apps like Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also listen in at https://anc...

On this episode Zach chats with Katherine Fields about her story traveling the country and fishing the Hobie BOS. Come take a listen and hear Kate tell tales of her adventures across the country. As always thanks for listening!

On this very spooky episode of the Yak Legion podcast Zach and Christian interview Cara Jackson and Veronica Schultz of the Spirits and Sisters Paranormal podcast. We talk Ghosts,UFOs,Bigfoot and Frogmen on top of Skin Walkers,Science and a fear of the unknown. Grab a bag of candy and take a seat down by the fire as you experience tales of true horror! (((Viewer discretion is advised!)) I mention...

On this episode Zach interviews the Kayak Fishing Utah trail AOY winner Cody Henley. We find out how Cody did so great his first year of tournament kayak bass fishing. Be sure to check out Kayak Fishing Utah and Cody on social media. Like always thanks for listening! Check out Yak Legion on YouTube, Tik Tok, Instagram and Facebook!  @theyaklegionpo...

On this episode Zach chats with a great guy and fellow kayak angler Chuck Earls. We talk about catching Steelhead trout on lake Erie tributaries and discus cold water kayak safety. Check Chuck out on social media and YouTube at Kayak Fishing With Chuck Earls. As always thanks for listening! Check out Yak Legion on YouTube,   Tik Tok, Instagram and Facebook!&...