The Yak Shak

06/01/2026

Ready for a kayak that can do it all? The NuCanoe UMAX is built for fishing, exploring, and customizing your day on the water.

Whether you’re chasing bass on local lakes, slipping into shallow creeks, setting up for a long day of kayak fishing, or adding a motor for easier travel, the UMAX gives you the space, stability, and rigging options to make it your own.

With tons of track systems, rod storage, a 360 Fusion Seat, transducer pod, stern motor dock, and plenty of room for gear, this kayak is designed for anglers who want flexibility without sacrificing comfort.

Great for:
🎣 Kayak fishing
🌊 Lake and river exploring
⚙️ Motorized setups
🧰 Custom rigging
🐟 All-day fishing trips
🇺🇸 Made in the USA

We’re now taking orders for the NuCanoe UMAX at The Yak Shak. Message us to get yours ordered!

05/12/2026

Another awesome setup headed to the water! 🛶🔥
Big congratulations to our good buddy Jordan on picking up a brand new Flint.  We hope it brings you tons of adventures, tight lines, and amazing memories out on the water.
Enjoy the new rig and best of luck out there — we can’t wait to see where it takes you!

04/12/2026

Thank you all so much for supporting the Multiple Sclerosis Society with us again for the 6th year! Together we raised $721 and tonight we drew for the 50/50 raffle winner! One lucky winner won $360 and drum roll 🥁… it was Mary Thelma Norris!

Congratulations on winning and also a huge congratulations to Sam Cox for winning the tournament today too!

04/08/2026

🚨 Next NuCanoe Shipment Coming Soon! 🚨

If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your kayak… now is the time.

🛶 Order your NuCanoe kayak TODAY to get in on our next shipment arriving in 1–2 weeks!

These don’t sit long once they hit the store 👀

💥 Pre-orders require a 2/3 deposit

Whether you’re gearing up for spring fishing or just want to be water-ready — don’t miss this drop!

Call or text us at 205-767-3201

The Yak Shak is your one stop shop for all of your kayaking adventure needs! We offer new kayaks, rentals, and a peer sharing marketplace.

04/07/2026

We’re proud to continue our annual effort supporting the fight against MS. 💛

This year, we’re keeping it simple:
🎟️ 50/50 Cash Drawing — $10 per entry
Half goes to the winner, half goes directly to support Multiple Sclerosis research and awareness.

For those fishing the tournament, all entries, rules, and details will be handled through our friends at Iron City Kayak Anglers. Details provided at https://tourneyx.com/leaderboard/standings/6th-annual-kayak-ms-on-lay-lake-iron-city-kayak-anglers-2026-event-hash-3

A big thank you as always to LaCoosa Marina for helping sponsor the event and raise awareness for MS — be sure to stop by and support them all season long for your Lay Lake fishing needs.

Let’s come together, have some fun, and support a great cause.

03/19/2026

Spring is almost here and the water is calling…

Get ahead of the season by PREORDERING the all-new NuCanoe UMax!

Built for serious anglers, the UMax delivers:
✔️ Unmatched stability for standing & casting
✔️ Massive deck space for full customization
✔️ Power-ready design for motors & electronics
✔️ Industry-leading capacity for all your gear

Don’t wait until the bite heats up, lock yours in now!

📍 DM or text us at 205-767-3201 to reserve yours today!

03/17/2026

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from The Yak Shak! 🍀

Feeling lucky? There’s no better way to spend the day than out on the water chasing that next big catch. Whether you’re casting from your kayak or gearing up for your next fishing trip, we’ve got everything you need to make your own luck out there.

Call or text us at 205-767-3201, we'd love to get you ready for the spring spawn season!

02/20/2026

Update: Any NuCanoe preorders placed within the next week will arrive the first week of March. Call or text us to order! 205-767-3201

02/18/2026

We’re now accepting pre-orders for the all-new Unlimited Max, and this beast is built to change the kayak fishing game.

If you love the versatility of the original Unlimited but want more power, more stability, and more capability… the Unlimited Max delivers.

🔥 What Makes the Unlimited Max Different?
• Upgraded Stability – Even more rock-solid platform for stand-up fishing and sight casting
• High Weight Capacity – Built to handle bigger loads, bigger gear, and bigger adventures
• Bow-Mounted Motor Ready – Designed to integrate seamlessly with bow motor setups
• Open Deck Layout – Ultimate customization for anglers and hunters
• Tournament-Ready Performance – Smooth tracking and maneuverability in all conditions

Whether you’re rigging it for serious bass tournaments, coastal adventures, or just want a solid kayak, the Unlimited Max is designed to do it all.

At The Yak Shak, we’ll help you fully rig it out (motors, electronics, seating upgrades, and more) so it’s ready to hit the water your way.

Call/text us at 205-767-3201 to place your order!

02/13/2026

Proud to support the anglers again this season!

& with new hardware to kickoff the first tournament! 🎣