Jeff Archer and Tom Losee show off their new paddle board the YOLO Yak. Lori Ceier/WaltonOutdoors.com
Adventure board takes a paddle in Hogtown Bayou
The creative genius of Jeff Archer and Tom Losee, of local YOLO Board fame have just come up with a new toy to paddle – the YOLO Yak. The YOLO YAK is the first of its kind hybrid stand-up paddleboard/kayak.
Tapping into a new facet of their already popular line of boards, the YOLO Yak now offers an experience even the novice paddler can enjoy. The Yak’s stability in the water provides the perfect board for the beginner young and old, as there is virtually no learning curve.
The durable polyethylene construction provides more versatility than fiberglass boards. The Yak can be easily maneuvered in lakes, bayous or waters where obstructions such as logs may otherwise have the potential to ding a fiberglass board.
Designed as a full adventure board, the 11’10’’ long 33” wide YOLO Yak has a recessed deck to facilitate better stability for a variety of water pursuits such as fishing, crabbing, beginner surfing or flat water paddling.
The Yak comes rigged with a front bungee tie-down system, molded-in keel system, foam traction pad and both side and rear handles. Options include flush rod holders, and the SUP Complete Fishing System, which includes a fishing box, unique pole holders with...
