Kayak For A Big Person - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Anthony179 · 03-17-2010, 06:08 PM

I have a friend that is 6' tall and weights around 300lbs. So he asked me if there is a kayak for his size. I told him to try a Bass Tracker boat. Big enough for him. LOL. Is there a kayak that is good for his size?

dgax65 · 03-17-2010, 06:59 PM

Most of the kayak manufacturers make a large capacity kayak. Cobra makes the Fish N Dive, Ocean Kayak has the Prowler Big Game and Malibu has the Stealth 14 and X-Factor. Both the Prowler Big Game and the Fish N Dive are around 12 feet long. The Stealth and the X-Factor are over 14". I think you will find that the Malibu yaks are faster and track better. The best thing to do is try out several models to see which one is the best fit. OEX in Mission Bay has the Malibu yaks. They might even have access to a Big Game for a test paddle. OEX in Kearney Mesa has the Prowler Big Game and can probably arrange for a test paddle.

OEX has had some killer deals on X-Factors lately. Your friend might want to check them out at the Fred Hall Show in Del Mar. There will probably be good deals to be had.

GregAndrew · 03-17-2010, 07:58 PM

If your friend is from Ontario also, it would be a shorter drive to OEX Sunset Beach. I am sure Andy can hook you up for some test paddles there. The Ocean Kayak Trident 15 would also be a possibility at his size too. It is 15 1/2 feet long but only 29 inches wide, so it is also faster than the Big Game and Fish and Dive kayaks.

dsafety · 03-17-2010, 08:09 PM

There is a guy named Larry who frequently visits this forum. He is larger than your friend and has just spent a bunch of time tricking out what he calls the "Big Man's Kayak".

Hook up with Larry, who also goes by "The Cali Hookup" and you may find that he can share some useful info.

Bob

fishes · 03-17-2010, 08:41 PM

I'm the same size as your friend (Doug can second that) and I paddle an older Prowler 15. While it works fine for now, I am currently looking into the OK Trident 15 as well as the X-Factor. The Trident is a bit more in terms of cost when compared to the great deals OEX MB offers but I am still torn.

MalibuJohnny · 03-18-2010, 08:55 AM

Get one or at least try one out with Iceman at OEX Sunset Beach...
I have one and I not a small guy...not tall either...love it!

Have stood on it while fishing NPB...put two of my kids on it. Its a tank! (battleship)

It isnt the fastest but it is the most stable...in fact here is proof

Jimmyz123 · 03-18-2010, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Anthony179

I have a friend that is 6' tall and weights around 300lbs. So he asked me if there is a kayak for his size. I told him to try a Bass Tracker boat. Big enough for him. LOL. Is there a kayak that is good for his size?

I know a lot of people who are about the size you are saying that have Yaks. Dude test paddle some at OEX and get the one that's best for you, and get out there. I've gone once and I'm hooked and can't wait to get out again.

bellcon · 03-18-2010, 08:08 PM

6'-4"
250-ish
Trident 15

03-17-2010, 06:08 PM	#1
Anthony179 A.T. Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ontario, CA Posts: 146	Kayak For A Big Person I have a friend that is 6' tall and weights around 300lbs. So he asked me if there is a kayak for his size. I told him to try a Bass Tracker boat. Big enough for him. LOL. Is there a kayak that is good for his size?

03-17-2010, 06:59 PM	#2
dgax65 Guerro Grande Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 629	Most of the kayak manufacturers make a large capacity kayak. Cobra makes the Fish N Dive, Ocean Kayak has the Prowler Big Game and Malibu has the Stealth 14 and X-Factor. Both the Prowler Big Game and the Fish N Dive are around 12 feet long. The Stealth and the X-Factor are over 14". I think you will find that the Malibu yaks are faster and track better. The best thing to do is try out several models to see which one is the best fit. OEX in Mission Bay has the Malibu yaks. They might even have access to a Big Game for a test paddle. OEX in Kearney Mesa has the Prowler Big Game and can probably arrange for a test paddle. OEX has had some killer deals on X-Factors lately. Your friend might want to check them out at the Fred Hall Show in Del Mar. There will probably be good deals to be had. __________________ Douglas Gaxiola Team No Fish- Amateur Staff

03-17-2010, 08:41 PM	#5
fishes Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 89	I'm the same size as your friend (Doug can second that) and I paddle an older Prowler 15. While it works fine for now, I am currently looking into the OK Trident 15 as well as the X-Factor. The Trident is a bit more in terms of cost when compared to the great deals OEX MB offers but I am still torn. __________________ <' )))><es

03-18-2010, 08:55 AM	#6
MalibuJohnny Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lahina (I Wish) Posts: 272	X Factor Get one or at least try one out with Iceman at OEX Sunset Beach... I have one and I not a small guy...not tall either...love it! Have stood on it while fishing NPB...put two of my kids on it. Its a tank! (battleship) It isnt the fastest but it is the most stable...in fact here is proof __________________ Malibu Johnny must catch fish

03-17-2010, 07:58 PM	#3
GregAndrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 2,384	If your friend is from Ontario also, it would be a shorter drive to OEX Sunset Beach. I am sure Andy can hook you up for some test paddles there. The Ocean Kayak Trident 15 would also be a possibility at his size too. It is 15 1/2 feet long but only 29 inches wide, so it is also faster than the Big Game and Fish and Dive kayaks.

03-17-2010, 08:09 PM	#4
dsafety Olivenhain Bob Join Date: May 2008 Location: Olivenhain, CA Posts: 1,121	There is a guy named Larry who frequently visits this forum. He is larger than your friend and has just spent a bunch of time tricking out what he calls the "Big Man's Kayak". Hook up with Larry, who also goes by "The Cali Hookup" and you may find that he can share some useful info. Bob

03-18-2010, 08:08 PM	#8
bellcon Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: San Pedro Posts: 999	6'-4" 250-ish Trident 15