Timothy Vaughan has called Woodward, Oklahoma home for the past 15 years, but his love for fishing started long before. Growing up in a small town, Timothy and his brother spent countless days fishing for catfish at a local creek and crappie at Kaw Lake, developing a deep passion for the sport. Though bass fishing came later in life, it quickly became Timothy’s focus, especially through competitive kayak tournaments. As the founder and director of Western Oklahoma Kayak Anglers, Timothy has made waves in the local fishing scene and recently expanded to the national stage with the Bassmaster Kayak Series. He’s looking forward to making an even bigger splash in 2025, which is part of why he made the choice to upgrade his energy system to include RELiON lithium batteries. We recently spoke with Timothy about his angling journey and what it’s been like to level up his energy system.
Timothy’s electric kayak outboard motor, the Newport NK180 Pro, is powered by a RELiON RB24V52 lithium battery. Timothy shared that “It has been an amazing setup and provides incredible power at a light weight. I have literally tried to run this battery down and have never been able to get it below 50%. Lithium batteries, RELiON in particular, are such an amazing improvement over lead acid.”
“In a kayak, space and weight are everything. By switching to a lithium battery, I cut the weight of my power system in half. Not only that, but I also get a 10-year warranty, faster charging, longer-lasting power, and the chance to work with an outstanding company. Switching to lithium is a no-brainer. If you're still running a traditional lead-acid battery in this day and age, you're missing out on a game-changer.”
“I chose RELiON because their batteries are built specifically for demanding outdoor environments, and they have a strong reputation for reliability and dependability. After a disappointing performance and customer service experience with a budget lithium battery company, I knew I couldn’t afford to make the same mistake twice. This time, I went with the best of the best, and RELiON has proven to be worth it.”
“In a kayak, the electric motor is my primary means of propulsion, so having a dependable battery is crucial. With RELiON powering my setup, I can travel miles farther than I could with other batteries, confidently pushing my limits knowing I’ll always have the power to get back to the boat ramp. It’s the freedom to explore more water without worrying about my battery holding me back.”
“Do it. You are handicapping yourself and costing yourself money by not switching.”
“Fishing gives me the chance to get outdoors and enjoy nature, letting me relax and reset from a busy lifestyle. Kayak fishing, in particular, scratches that competitive itch while connecting me with dozens of like-minded anglers. I’ve made countless friends through fishing, and each trip out just deepens my love for the sport.”
“In competitive fishing in particular I would say anglers need to find their strengths and fish them. Ignore the dock talk and do what works for you.”
Follow along with Timothy’s angling journey on Instagram and YouTube.
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