Lookin to buy a yak - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Lewer · 07-21-2015, 12:36 PM

Hello to all this is my first post so sorry for dumb questions now. I was gonna buy a used yak just had a few questions. I fish the bay and kelp beds, I am Six foot 215 lbs. Just wondering if guys had any input, thanks in advance ! Also, I Have an islander colada kayak just want something different.

socal.beach.bum · 07-21-2015, 12:43 PM

I'm 5'11 220 and had both Hobie Revolution and Outback. Plenty of room in both, and the peddle frees you up a bit more for fishing. But if you're more into paddling I hear good things about Jackson kayaks.

If you're cost conscience then Malibu kayaks are good too. 12' minimum I'd say. Anything shorter and stability becomes a bit of an issue.

Lewer · 07-21-2015, 02:56 PM

Thank you

FlyFishinYakr · 07-21-2015, 03:23 PM

There are no "dumb questions" just inquires from less experienced members.
As posted many times (NOT meaning to sound sarcastic), decide if you want to paddle or pedal there is a split on this issue (I'm a peddler).
If you plan on just bays & harbors, you can get away with many different sizes/types. However, if you think you might jump to inshore kelp for Calicos,

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or possible further out (as many are this year for Tuna) you might want to think about starting with at least a 12'er.
If you decide to paddle, test out a couple to experience the differences for yourself. Check out the blogs about the differences in the sizes and hull configurations and widths (primary/secondary stability). Check out the KFS ONLINE STORE (above), tap the "more" drop down box, tap Kayak fishing information & resources, go to the right hand sidebar and tap "Fishing Kayak Selection" under the General information column and check out the info there.
Also most kayak manufacturer's will also have similar info on their websites.
I also hear good things about Jackson Kayaks, however they are heavier than the comparable competitors (in case that is an issue for you) however they are more accessory ready than most (hence the cost).
You will find the members here have used or have many of the Kayaks out there. Each kayak suits the preference for that particular member.
Good luck in your search (

) and welcome to our "little" community!
FFY

socal.beach.bum · 07-21-2015, 03:44 PM

By the way, if you decide to go the peddle route. I have a 2015 Hobie Revo 13 I'm selling.

Lewer · 07-21-2015, 03:46 PM

Thanks for the response

Fishin' Magician · 07-22-2015, 06:21 AM

If stability is an issue, try a kayak that is a little wider, like a Malibu Stealth 12 or 14. They're something like 33" wide vs. other kayaks that are 29" to 30" wide. My fishing buddy is well over 6' and about 250 pounds and he has no problems with his Stealth 12.

But you do sacrifice speed for stability. The wider the kayak, the more surface area on the water and more resistance. So you need to really think about what your needs are going to be. Personally, I prefer the stability, but there have been times when I've been smoked on the water by others in faster kayaks that leave me in their wake. Wider = Stability, Narrow = Speed.

Kody9184 · 07-23-2015, 08:29 AM

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Kody9184 · 07-23-2015, 08:32 AM

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socal.beach.bum · 07-23-2015, 08:34 AM

I recognize that bait tank lol

Kody9184 · 07-23-2015, 08:38 AM

Lol wanna buy it back?

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07-21-2015, 12:36 PM	#1
Lewer Junior Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 3	Lookin to buy a yak Hello to all this is my first post so sorry for dumb questions now. I was gonna buy a used yak just had a few questions. I fish the bay and kelp beds, I am Six foot 215 lbs. Just wondering if guys had any input, thanks in advance ! Also, I Have an islander colada kayak just want something different.

07-21-2015, 03:23 PM	#4
FlyFishinYakr Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Nor Cal...30 min from Bodega/Tomales Bay, 1hr from Clear Lake, 2+ hr to Berryessa & the Delta Posts: 729	There are no "dumb questions" just inquires from less experienced members. As posted many times (NOT meaning to sound sarcastic), decide if you want to paddle or pedal there is a split on this issue (I'm a peddler). If you plan on just bays & harbors, you can get away with many different sizes/types. However, if you think you might jump to inshore kelp for Calicos, , or possible further out (as many are this year for Tuna) you might want to think about starting with at least a 12'er. If you decide to paddle, test out a couple to experience the differences for yourself. Check out the blogs about the differences in the sizes and hull configurations and widths (primary/secondary stability). Check out the KFS ONLINE STORE (above), tap the "more" drop down box, tap Kayak fishing information & resources, go to the right hand sidebar and tap "Fishing Kayak Selection" under the General information column and check out the info there. Also most kayak manufacturer's will also have similar info on their websites. I also hear good things about Jackson Kayaks, however they are heavier than the comparable competitors (in case that is an issue for you) however they are more accessory ready than most (hence the cost). You will find the members here have used or have many of the Kayaks out there. Each kayak suits the preference for that particular member. Good luck in your search () and welcome to our "little" community! FFY Last edited by FlyFishinYakr; 07-21-2015 at 03:54 PM.

07-22-2015, 06:21 AM	#7
Fishin' Magician Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Newport Beach Posts: 219	If stability is an issue, try a kayak that is a little wider, like a Malibu Stealth 12 or 14. They're something like 33" wide vs. other kayaks that are 29" to 30" wide. My fishing buddy is well over 6' and about 250 pounds and he has no problems with his Stealth 12. But you do sacrifice speed for stability. The wider the kayak, the more surface area on the water and more resistance. So you need to really think about what your needs are going to be. Personally, I prefer the stability, but there have been times when I've been smoked on the water by others in faster kayaks that leave me in their wake. Wider = Stability, Narrow = Speed. __________________ Here fishy, fishy, fishy.....

07-21-2015, 12:43 PM	#2
socal.beach.bum Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Palos Verde, CA Posts: 636	I'm 5'11 220 and had both Hobie Revolution and Outback. Plenty of room in both, and the peddle frees you up a bit more for fishing. But if you're more into paddling I hear good things about Jackson kayaks. If you're cost conscience then Malibu kayaks are good too. 12' minimum I'd say. Anything shorter and stability becomes a bit of an issue.

07-21-2015, 02:56 PM	#3
Lewer Junior Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 3	Thank you

07-21-2015, 03:44 PM	#5
socal.beach.bum Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Palos Verde, CA Posts: 636	By the way, if you decide to go the peddle route. I have a 2015 Hobie Revo 13 I'm selling.

07-21-2015, 03:46 PM	#6
Lewer Junior Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 3	Thanks for the response

07-23-2015, 08:29 AM	#8
Kody9184 Junior Join Date: May 2013 Location: LA Posts: 11	8pvnx-5129553376@sale.craigslist.org let me know. Total package Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

07-23-2015, 08:32 AM	#9
Kody9184 Junior Join Date: May 2013 Location: LA Posts: 11	http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb...129553376.html check this out Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

07-23-2015, 08:34 AM	#10
socal.beach.bum Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Palos Verde, CA Posts: 636	I recognize that bait tank lol

07-23-2015, 08:38 AM	#11
Kody9184 Junior Join Date: May 2013 Location: LA Posts: 11	Lol wanna buy it back? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk