opinions Pls, trident 13 - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

TEAMFISH · 09-29-2012, 06:47 AM

I'm 6' 2", 215 lbs and I don't really have any issues with my T13. I just tend to move the foot rests every so often to mix things up a little. I'm definetly going to be getting a better seat though.

landwhale · 09-29-2012, 07:00 AM

I've paddled quite a few kayaks and find the Trident 13 perfect for me 5" 10" 240. The T13 handles the ocean swells boat wakes and surf with no problem. To feel safe on the water you have to trust your kayak.

My advise is to go and test paddle not ever kayak fits the same to everyone make sure you are comfortable. OEX has them

As for a seat look at the Pacific Angler by Seairsports or the Kingfisher

tacmik · 09-29-2012, 07:30 AM

check the for sale link. There is a T-15 for sale. Have to go to riverside for it.

Sdspeed · 09-29-2012, 08:05 AM

thanks all, I appreciate all the input. Like a lot of us I have to contend with a budget too. I loaded and brought a T15 home and living in a condo the T15 became a storage problem too. I'll keep ya in the loop and look forward to being on the water with ya and stealing fishing spots from ya !

Amish Ed · 09-29-2012, 09:11 AM

Definitely test out the ones you're looking at. Go to OEX and try out the T13. Spend at least 2hrs in it. That'll tell you how your legs and back like it. For myself, OK's boat have footwells that are too narrow and it hurts my knees. If that is the same for you, check out the Tarpon 140. I find that one much more comfy.

09-29-2012, 07:00 AM	#2
landwhale Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Seal Beach Posts: 506	I've paddled quite a few kayaks and find the Trident 13 perfect for me 5" 10" 240. The T13 handles the ocean swells boat wakes and surf with no problem. To feel safe on the water you have to trust your kayak. My advise is to go and test paddle not ever kayak fits the same to everyone make sure you are comfortable. OEX has them As for a seat look at the Pacific Angler by Seairsports or the Kingfisher __________________ Last edited by landwhale; 09-29-2012 at 07:06 AM.

09-29-2012, 07:30 AM	#3
tacmik Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: East County Posts: 914	check the for sale link. There is a T-15 for sale. Have to go to riverside for it. __________________

09-29-2012, 09:11 AM	#5
Amish Ed Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Grants Pass, OR Posts: 1,906	Definitely test out the ones you're looking at. Go to OEX and try out the T13. Spend at least 2hrs in it. That'll tell you how your legs and back like it. For myself, OK's boat have footwells that are too narrow and it hurts my knees. If that is the same for you, check out the Tarpon 140. I find that one much more comfy. __________________ Amish Ed You can't catch it again if it's dead!

09-29-2012, 06:47 AM	#1
TEAMFISH Team Kayak Obesessions Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Torrance Posts: 256	I'm 6' 2", 215 lbs and I don't really have any issues with my T13. I just tend to move the foot rests every so often to mix things up a little. I'm definetly going to be getting a better seat though.

09-29-2012, 08:05 AM	#4
Sdspeed Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 732	thanks all, I appreciate all the input. Like a lot of us I have to contend with a budget too. I loaded and brought a T15 home and living in a condo the T15 became a storage problem too. I'll keep ya in the loop and look forward to being on the water with ya and stealing fishing spots from ya !