In today’s kayak market, it’s easy to feel like the only paddlers who matter are anglers. Rod holders, fish finders, tackle crates, and outriggers dominate the conversation. Social media feeds are flooded with trophy catches and rigged-out boats that look more like floating command centers than sleek watercraft. But what about the paddler who just wants to paddle?
At Yakworks Kayak of Southport, we believe it’s time to shine a light on the Forgotten Paddler—the one who values glide, tracking, and responsiveness over gear mounts and gadgets. The one who feels the rhythm of the water, not just the tug of a fish.
Performance First, Purpose Second
Before we talk accessories, we talk hull design. We ask:
How does this kayak handle in wind chop off Oak Island?
Does it track straight across the Cape Fear River?
Can it edge smoothly around marsh bends near Bald Head Island?
We prioritize stability, speed, maneuverability, and comfort—because a kayak should feel like an extension of your body, not just a floating platform.
Once we’ve matched you with a kayak that performs beautifully on the water, then we talk outfitting. Whether you're:
🎣 Fishing – We’ll help you add rod holders, crates, and electronics without compromising balance or paddle access
📸 Photography – We’ll guide you toward mounts, dry storage, and quiet hulls that won’t spook wildlife
💪 Fitness & Training – We’ll recommend models with efficient hulls and ergonomic seating for long-distance paddling or interval workouts
🌊 Rediscover the Joy of the Paddle
We’re not anti-fishing. In fact, we love helping anglers rig their dream setups. But we also believe that kayaking is more than a means to an end. It’s a sport, a meditation, a way to connect with nature. And that starts with a kayak that performs—not just one that’s accessorized.
So if you’re a paddler who’s felt overlooked in the gear-heavy world of kayak retail, come visit us at Yakworks Kayak of Southport. We’ll help you find a boat that moves with you, not just one that holds your stuff.
Because before the crate, before the camera, before the catch—there was the paddle.