Industry News, Podcast

From a Loose Transducer to a Growing Fishing Brand

Andrew “Drew” Hanes of Sonar Shield appearing on The Kayak Cafe Podcast with host Roy Widgeon

How Drew Haynes turned a simple problem on the water into Sonar Shield—and what the journey taught him about product development, perseverance, and building a business By USA Kayak Fishing Magazine StaffBased on a conversation from The Kayak Cafe Podcast…

USA Kayak Fishing Magazine
September 19, 2026

Podcast, Field Team Member

The Kayak Cafe’s First Episode: David Sanchez on Redfish, Bass, and the Road Ahead

The Kayak Cafe first podcast episode graphic featuring host Roy Widgeon and David Sanchez, the first USA Kayak Fishing Magazine cover angler, holding a redfish.

The premiere episode connected the magazine’s first cover angler with a conversation about preparation, competition, safety, and the constant pursuit of improvement. By USA Kayak Fishing Magazine Before The Kayak Cafe had a regular audience, it had a first guest.…