i am currently looking into buying a kayak. I have never kayak fished before, but i would really like to get into it. What are yall's reccomendations for good kayak brands. i would like something that is easy to maneuver since i am a beginner, but i also want something that i can use when i become more experienced. what do yall think of the ocean kayak brand? any help would be great. Thanks, JR
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They are good. If space isn't an issue, I'd get something longer for more speed and easier paddling. The OK specks are good kayaks for the price. The OK Prowler 13 is even nice, but a bit more expensive. Mainstream Kingfish is another good one for the price. You can find the ones I mentioned above at Academy.
I use a Mini-X and like it, but it's slow. It's good as it fits in my living room nicely If I had a garage I would paddle a longer kayak.
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Wilderness Systems makes some good ones.
The Tarpon 14 is a popular one.
I have one of the old school Tarpon 12's. It a great little boat.
FWIW: Spend the money and get a high quality carbon fiber paddle. It is worth it. Onno makes a great one.
If you're not going to be doing a lot of open water traveling and more of a short distance bay fishing scenario, save a few bucks and leave off the rudder. The rudder does help on re-sale tho.
Manta makes a decent boat too.
Hope this helps.West End Anglers - You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy.
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Originally posted by Milkjug View PostDon't forget the seat too. Don't skimp on paddle or seat and you'll be gravy.
What's your budget? You looking for a fast bay kayak to cover some water, or a stable (at the expense of some speed) platform you can fish the surf with?
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One of the guys I work with is actually selling his yak for about that much. It's one of the narrower boats, so it would be great for getting you around the bay or calm surf really fast. I wouldn't take it out in rough surf though. Probably not a good choice either if you're a big guy. It has a rudder which is nice for controlling your drifts, and turning that long of a yak. I would buy it up myself if I had some spare cash.
Might have already been scooped, but it's a great deal.
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