That’s when you need a kayak fishing net. I’ve been kayak fishing for decades and tested a lot of nets to land everything from bass to bull reds—I’ve found that the best kayak fishing nets are compact ...

Best Budget: Ego Kayak Fishing Net. Best Budget. SEE IT. Why It Made the Cut: A short-handled design with a large hoop for easy storage and an affordable price point. Key Features.

Use the right tool for the job. A good kayak fishing net is nothing like you'd swing from a powerboat. ... The EGO S2 Slider Compact ($70) uses a PVC coating that is easy on the fish.