Paul Lopes – Team Dakota Lithium – Kayak Fishing
Hometown: New Bedford, Rhode Island
I’m a 47 year old Husband, Father and Papa to 3 boys. I love Kayak fishing, both salt and freshwater. When I’m not fishing, I’m thinking about it!
Sport of choice in the winter? Summer?
In the winter – none, most depressing time of the year for me. In the summer – Fish , fish and more fishing!
What circuits do you compete in?
I fish my club in Rhode Island ( Rhode Island Kayak Bassin) and also the one in Massachusetts.
Wins, Accomplishments, and Big Moments
Last season I won my first 1st place finish and took Lunker that same day in a Rhode Island Tournament.
My big moment would have to be when I caught a sand shark that was over 5 feet long.
How did you start in your sport? (What’s your origin story?)
Had my cousin take me out when I was about 8 or 9 years old. I’ve been hooked since that day!
What is your favorite Dakota Lithium Product & WHY?
My favorite is the Powerbox! It gives me plenty of light when I’m setting up on early mornings when it’s still dark out and I now never have to worry about my phone dying out while I’m on the water!