FISHING
Starting with a lightweight boat that you can carry with one hand, or drag easily, Apex keeps the fishing experience simple. Easy rod storage, flush mounted electronics if you use them, magnets for closing hatches and holding hooks. “Simple Elegance” describes the boat well.
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Tyr Fishing Kayak
Overcome by the desire for a lightweight, high-performance fishing kayak, EJ decided it was time to assemble a team of experts and enthusiasts to bring his vision to life. Paddle-powered, fast, nimble, and versatile, this kayak is crafted from the finest materials: carbon fiber, epoxy, Innegra, foam core, cork, super magnets, and a custom wrap to complete the package.
Each kayak is a masterpiece, crafted by passionate individuals with unmatched expertise and a track record of excellence—all done by hand.
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Hull Design: Created by Bob Blair to EJ’s specifications—low draft, stable, fast, and highly maneuverable.
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Seat Design: Developed by Mark Nordstrom and EJ, inspired by race cars and Olympic racing kayak seats, drawing from EJ’s wealth of experience.
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Plug Shaping: Led by Pat Keller, renowned whitewater kayak designer and athlete.
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Production Plug and Mold Finishing: Overseen by Russ Emanis, an advanced composites guru.
This kayak isn’t just a vessel—it’s an invitation to spend more time on the water than ever before.
$10,999.00
Apex TYR Fishing Kayak Promo/Brand Video- 2025
APEX FISHING BLOGS
EJ’s Recap of the World Kayak Fishing Championships
Hurricane Marina Boat Ramp as Anglers from around the World Prepare for a shotgun start World Kayak Fishing Championships- Cookeville, TN In 2018 Tony Forte, head of USA Bass Federation at the time, now President of USA Angling (umbrella organization) asked me if I...
Kristine Jackson- the Mother of all Kayakers- Happy Mother’s Day!
Living full time in an RV was just one of Kristine's brilliant ideas. When people in the kayaking world think of the Jackson Family, they often think about the kayakers in it. Emily, Dane, EJ, and even Nick, our awesome addition by marriage. What people don’t...
How to Maintain and Repair your Apex Watercraft Whitewater or Fishing Kayak.
People who are new to a composite boat tend to be stressed out about breaking it. This is a case of “Fear of the Unknown”. Paddlers who have owned composite boats over the years know what maintenance is about, know what kinds of abuse the boat can and can’t take,...