Getting closer to deciding on a Kayak! - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Sdspeed · 09-25-2013, 05:10 AM

Well I'm getting healthy enough to get serious about which kayak to purchase. I have 2 areas I can't do much about. I don't have the room for anything much over 12 feet. I like the T-13 and the Revo 13 but no space for either plus my budget also dictates a large portion of this discussion.
BTW, I'm 5'10" and 195 lbs.

Any thoughts,reviews of the Ride 115 or the Tarpon 120 ?
Open to others but like what I've read about there comfort.

tks,

09-25-2013, 05:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Sdspeed

Well I'm getting healthy enough to get serious about which kayak to purchase. I have 2 areas I can't do much about. I don't have the room for anything much over 12 feet. I like the T-13 and the Revo 13 but no space for either plus my budget also dictates a large portion of this discussion.
BTW, I'm 5'10" and 195 lbs.

Any thoughts,reviews of the Ride 115 or the Tarpon 120 ?
Open to others but like what I've read about there comfort.

tks,

Ride is a fantastic boat. Great stability even in the smaller form. I believe Tarpon is faster. Call CJ at OEX, he is a WS pro staff member, knows those boats better than anyone.

A year and 500 posts of trolling and you're still unsure of which kayak to get? What the hell have you been doing on here if not research

Sdspeed · 09-25-2013, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Drake

Ride is a fantastic boat. Great stability even in the smaller form. I believe Tarpon is faster. Call CJ at OEX, he is a WS pro staff member, knows those boats better than anyone.

A year and 500 posts of trolling and you're still unsure of which kayak to get? What the hell have you been doing on here if not research

I have a tendency to over analyze things, besides an education this place offers a lot of entertainment value. I had shoulder surgery that has kept me sidelined too. I did buy a fishing license last year, that's progress.

Which OEX is CJ at?

LawDog · 09-25-2013, 07:42 AM

Oex is an awesome start point as you can test ride. But for a first yak I would recommend going used. You can find some great deals especially in the fall/winter months. Big ticket items to look for is a comfortable highback seat, large hatches (large center hatch is amazingly usefull), and a large rear storage well (big enough for a crate, tackle box, or bait tank). If a crate fits it is generally adequate. Flush mounts and accessory mounts are a plus but is something you can add for not much cash. I've got a 2010 conga escape in good condition with a fishing seat if your intrested. Price is negotiable. Bot trying to push the sale of my yak on you, just putting it out there.

oneyedeer · 09-25-2013, 07:47 AM

used outback might fit your need

Siebler · 09-25-2013, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Sdspeed

I have a tendency to over analyze things, besides an education this place offers a lot of entertainment value. I had shoulder surgery that has kept me sidelined too. I did buy a fishing license last year, that's progress.

Which OEX is CJ at?

Im at Mission Bay Sun-Wed most weeks. We have a demo of both the 120 and the 115 that you can come try out.

Both are really awesome boats. The Ride is unmatched for stability while the tarpon is a little faster.

Just FYI we are going to sell our 115 Demo off along with discounting the one 115 I have in stock as we will be bringing in the 115X instead. Even at full retail these boats are such a great pricepoint with the seat and all the other included features.

StinkyMatt · 09-25-2013, 05:34 PM

Shoulder surgery.

Get a used Outback, it's just over the 12 foot mark.

Your shoulder will thank you.

bosshoss · 09-25-2013, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by StinkyMatt

Shoulder surgery.

Get a used Outback, it's just over the 12 foot mark.

Your shoulder will thank you.

X2 on the Outback ..Love mine...

Pampano · 10-02-2013, 09:39 AM

I hope you shoulder is doing well! Don't analyze things too hard, life is to short and by the way, we only have 100 years on this earth, so go for it, do it and have fun!!

Enjoy the beauty of fishing and more from a kayak!

William Novotny · 10-02-2013, 10:21 AM

Just get the damn outback and get your butt on the water.

Sdspeed · 10-02-2013, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by William Novotny

Just get the damn outback and get your butt on the water.

Thanks William, I needed that!

Dirty Curti · 09-25-2013, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Sdspeed

Well I'm getting healthy enough to get serious about which kayak to purchase. I have 2 areas I can't do much about. I don't have the room for anything much over 12 feet. I like the T-13 and the Revo 13 but no space for either plus my budget also dictates a large portion of this discussion.
BTW, I'm 5'10" and 195 lbs.

Any thoughts,reviews of the Ride 115 or the Tarpon 120 ?
Open to others but like what I've read about there comfort.

tks,

My son is 6"0 180lbs and has the Tarpon 120 and he likes his ride. He is faster than me in my Stealth 12 but I think the Tarpon is limited in it's fishability. It works, don't get me wrong but I still like my Stealth better.

Yak Loins · 10-01-2013, 09:49 PM

Ocean Kayak Prowler Trident makes an 11', 13' (my ride) and a 15'.s

CKallday71 · 10-01-2013, 09:59 PM

I absolutely LOVE my Hobie Outback. It's spectacular. I can heft it on top of my car by myself and fishing off it is fun. I love having my hands free to fish while on the move.

Sdspeed · 10-02-2013, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by CKallday71

I absolutely LOVE my Hobie Outback. It's spectacular. I can heft it on top of my car by myself and fishing off it is fun. I love having my hands free to fish while on the move.

Outback is way up there on the list, anybody have experience with the Revo 11?

TheBentRod · 10-02-2013, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Sdspeed

Outback is way up there on the list, anybody have experience with the Revo 11?

Revo 11 is a bit small for my type of fishing. I fish Malibu and prefer the stability of an Outback in case the weather changes. Also, more room for the WSB on the boat.

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09-25-2013, 05:10 AM	#1
Sdspeed Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 732	Getting closer to deciding on a Kayak! Well I'm getting healthy enough to get serious about which kayak to purchase. I have 2 areas I can't do much about. I don't have the room for anything much over 12 feet. I like the T-13 and the Revo 13 but no space for either plus my budget also dictates a large portion of this discussion. BTW, I'm 5'10" and 195 lbs. Any thoughts,reviews of the Ride 115 or the Tarpon 120 ? Open to others but like what I've read about there comfort. tks,

10-02-2013, 10:21 AM	#10
William Novotny The carpetbagger Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: tha newps Posts: 1,474	Just get the damn outback and get your butt on the water. __________________ "The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope." http://www.badinfluencetattoo.com/gallery.php?artist=21

10-01-2013, 09:49 PM	#13
Yak Loins Junior Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Upland, CA Posts: 14	Trident 11ft Ocean Kayak Prowler Trident makes an 11', 13' (my ride) and a 15'.s

10-01-2013, 09:59 PM	#14
CKallday71 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: The 951 Posts: 430	I absolutely LOVE my Hobie Outback. It's spectacular. I can heft it on top of my car by myself and fishing off it is fun. I love having my hands free to fish while on the move. __________________ I fish therefore I am. Selling cars since 2006. If you love what you do you never WORK a day in your life.

09-25-2013, 07:42 AM	#4
LawDog Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 143	Oex is an awesome start point as you can test ride. But for a first yak I would recommend going used. You can find some great deals especially in the fall/winter months. Big ticket items to look for is a comfortable highback seat, large hatches (large center hatch is amazingly usefull), and a large rear storage well (big enough for a crate, tackle box, or bait tank). If a crate fits it is generally adequate. Flush mounts and accessory mounts are a plus but is something you can add for not much cash. I've got a 2010 conga escape in good condition with a fishing seat if your intrested. Price is negotiable. Bot trying to push the sale of my yak on you, just putting it out there.

09-25-2013, 07:47 AM	#5
oneyedeer Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Orange County, ca Posts: 684	used outback might fit your need

09-25-2013, 05:34 PM	#7
StinkyMatt Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Under a bridge Posts: 2,169	Shoulder surgery. Get a used Outback, it's just over the 12 foot mark. Your shoulder will thank you.

10-02-2013, 09:39 AM	#9
Pampano Junior Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 19	I hope you shoulder is doing well! Don't analyze things too hard, life is to short and by the way, we only have 100 years on this earth, so go for it, do it and have fun!! Enjoy the beauty of fishing and more from a kayak!