Ventral anglers on the water

100 Anglers. One Journey.

Help shape the future of fishing with Ventral.

Ventral didn't start with a finished product. It started with a question: what if fishing on the water could be easier, smarter, and more accessible?

From the first idea to every prototype, real anglers have helped us test, challenge, and improve what's next.

We’re Here For Your Next Adventure

Have questions about your fishing SUP, need help with your order, or want to share your adventure? Our team is always ready to help.

The Hero's Journey

We’re Here For Your Next Adventure

From an idea to the water — and we're still moving forward.

Every version tells a story. Every change starts with a question.

Here's how Ventral has evolved — and how our community continues to shape what comes next.

Ventral product development

01 The Idea

What if fishing didn't have to start with hauling heavy gear? Ventral began with a simple goal: make getting on the water easier — without giving up stability, control, or the freedom to fish your way.

Ventral product development

02 The First Prototype

The first version wasn't perfect. But it proved one thing: the idea could float.

Ventral product development

03 We Started Listening

We talked to anglers about what actually gets in the way of a good day on the water. The answers changed everything.

Ventral product development

04 Built Again

Feedback turned into changes. Portability. Stability. Drive control. Fishing setup.

One problem at a time.

Ventral product development

05 Back on the Water

Every improvement needs to be tested where it matters most: on the water.

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06 Still Building.

Ventral isn't finished. New feedback. New ideas. New versions. The journey continues.

Meet the Founding Crew

100 anglers helping shape the journey.

Every person here brings a different story, a different way of fishing, and a different perspective on what Ventral can become.

77 members have already joined us!

Only 23 spots left— join us now!

Averick Houston

01

Averick Houston

Marc

02

Marc

Joe Diorio

03

Joe Diorio

Gabe Correia

04

Gabe Correia

Kate Latty

05

Kate Latty

Matt Morgan

06

Matt Morgan

Shawn

07

Shawn

IFISHLI

08

IFISHLI

Michelle Molinaro

09

Michelle Molinaro

Daniel Fay

10

Daniel Fay

Andrew Cameron

11

Andrew Cameron

Andres Acosta

12

Andres Acosta

Justin

13

Justin

Kyle Rhodes

14

Kyle Rhodes

reel in florida

15

reel in florida

Jay

16

Jay

Terry Colley

17

Terry Colley

Dena Davis

18

Dena Davis

Ben

19

Ben

Robert Malburg

20

Robert Malburg

Martin Kwick

21

Martin Kwick

William Rivers

22

William Rivers

Chase

23

Chase

ozzie osburn

24

ozzie osburn

Lee Andrew

25

Lee Andrew

Waylon Kailua

26

Waylon Kailua

Joe Longoria

27

Joe Longoria

Ed Elefante

28

Ed Elefante

Steve Koperski

29

Steve Koperski

Ashton Arnold Miller

30

Ashton Arnold Miller

valber santos

31

valber santos

Jeremiah Woodby

32

Jeremiah Woodby

Rodney

33

Rodney

Anthony Gagliardo

34

Anthony Gagliardo

Dalin Burris

35

Dalin Burris

A Beagle named Lucky

36

A Beagle named Lucky

Tray Bridgewater

37

Tray Bridgewater

Pia Xiong

38

Pia Xiong

Lynn Rich

39

Lynn Rich

Roy Widgeon

40

Roy Widgeon

Thomas Hartswick

41

Thomas Hartswick

Michael Hansen

42

Michael Hansen

Austin

43

Austin

Blair Morgan

44

Blair Morgan

 David Rudow

45

David Rudow

Landon

46

Landon

Kast Queens

47

Kast Queens

Joseph Diorio

48

Joseph Diorio

Dylan Fischer Rodden

49

Dylan Fischer Rodden

Dewald Nel

50

Dewald Nel

Joseph Wilson

51

Joseph Wilson

Richard Heller

52

Richard Heller

Anne Gutierrez

53

Anne Gutierrez

Chris Gregor

54

Chris Gregor

David Riggio

55

David Riggio

J.D. Rampy

56

J.D. Rampy

Elias Vaisberg

57

Elias Vaisberg

Bill Konkle

58

Bill Konkle

Serge Demenko

59

Serge Demenko

Braden Cooper

60

Braden Cooper

Christopher Shadduck

61

Christopher Shadduck

JR Rowlands

62

JR Rowlands

Daniel Pozuelo

63

Daniel Pozuelo

Brandon Nodal

64

Brandon Nodal

Potz Fishing CR

65

Potz Fishing CR

Tylor LaFountain

66

Tylor LaFountain

AnglingWithTom

67

AnglingWithTom

Briana Ventures

68

Briana Ventures

Miguel Chaviano

69

Miguel Chaviano

Darren Cale

70

Darren Cale

Christopher O'Connell

71

Christopher O'Connell

Dylan

72

Dylan

Gerardo Almaguer Cardenas

73

Gerardo Almaguer Cardenas

Jose Cinco

74

Jose Cinco

Jason Reardon

75

Jason Reardon

Ryan Davis

76

Ryan Davis

Modd the Angler

77

Modd the Angler

Meet Our Chief Testers

Three anglers. Three perspectives. One mission: make Ventral better on the water.

Ventral chief tester

Kyle Rhodes

Bass & Inshore Angler · South Florida

"I test gear with an engineer’s eye — right on the water where it actually matters."

Ventral chief tester

reel in florida

Kayak Fishing Specialist · Winter Haven, Florida

"I judge gear by 33 years of on-water experience — nothing beats real field testing."

Ventral chief tester

Terry Colley

Kayak Fisherman / Adaptive Angler · Oakville, Tennessee

"I’m excited to test Ventral on the water, share honest feedback, and explore how it could work for both anglers and adaptive users."

Stories From the Water

Real stories. Real feedback. Real changes.

Angler story from the water

The Upgraded Ventral Seat

Discover the Ventral Seat V2 upgrade, featuring an ergonomic backrest, side pocket, and rear mesh storage—plus a look at what’s coming with Seat V3.

Read The Story
Angler story from the water

Heat Welding Upgrade

We upgraded our inflatable air chamber construction from adhesive bonding to heat welding, combining heat welding with SharkArmor™ for improved durability, airtightness, and stability on the water.

Read The Story

There's Still Room on the Journey.

We're looking for anglers who want more than just a new piece of gear.

People who want to share their experience, challenge our ideas, test new updates, and help shape what Ventral becomes next.

If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply to Join the Crew

Limited to 100 Founding Crew Members.

Founding crew member fishing on the water

Founding Crew Perks

As a Founding Crew member, you may get access to exclusive perks throughout the journey.

Perks and activities may vary from month to month and are based on the events and opportunities we host.

Founding crew perk
01

Exclusive Product Discounts

20–30% OFF

Enjoy exclusive discounts on Ventral products when they become available.

Founding crew perk
02

Early Access

Be First to Experience What's New

Get early access to selected new features, product updates, and future versions.

Founding crew perk
03

Hands-On Testing

Get on the Water With Ventral

Join selected offline events and get hands-on experience with prototypes and new product updates.

Founding crew perk
04

Become Part of the Story

Your Name, Part of Ventral

Selected Founding Crew members may be featured on our product acknowledgment page as part of Ventral's journey.

Founding crew perk
05

Exclusive Ventral Gear

Free Brand Merchandise

Selected activities may include exclusive Ventral merchandise such as hats, performance shirts, waterproof bags, and more.

Founding crew perk
06

Monthly Product Giveaways

You Could Win a Ventral

Selected monthly events may include product giveaways, with 1–2 winners receiving a Ventral product.

Crew perks, events, and giveaways are subject to availability and may vary each month. Specific benefits will be announced as part of each month's activities.