Need a kayak - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Richard452 · 05-03-2016, 10:30 PM

Hey everyone I'm looking to buy myself a new fishing kayak, I've never done it before so I'm fairly new to it lol. I'm looking for something I could take inshore and offshore but also very stable and something I can stand in. Any recommendations? Price doesn't matter

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TheBoyScout · 05-03-2016, 10:32 PM

2014 or newer Hobie Pro Angler 14 foot

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Richard452 · 05-03-2016, 10:37 PM

Thanks for the reply. I've been told that yak is a bit of a tank to get offshore lol. I've heard the jk cuda 14 was pretty good

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RedSledTeam · 05-03-2016, 10:46 PM

Adventure Island!

King Saba · 05-04-2016, 01:45 AM

A narrower kayak with a sharper hull will make those offshore trips easier on you. More glide= less effort in the long run. The only downside the loss in stability, but you probably won't miss it if you knew how tough it is to paddle a wide barge-like kayak. I can't say much about wide pedal kayaks like the PA or Outback though since I gots no experience with them.

supaboy1981 · 05-04-2016, 01:51 AM

I was in the same boat as you. New to the sport no idea what to get, just wanted something stable. Paddled a stealth 13 for a bit and ended up selling it because it's a tank. Just picked up a prowler 15 and it's still plenty stable for me and glides through the water much easier. Go out and try a few before you make the plunge.

Murray · 05-04-2016, 02:14 AM

If you plan on fishing, demo a hobie outback and pa....both hands free for fishing. Leave it to the paddle guys for their suggestions.

ctfphoto · 05-04-2016, 07:21 AM

New Hobie Outback

Hunters Pa · 05-04-2016, 07:53 AM

Wanting to be able to stand cuts down your options. Most of the time that will be more reliant on conditions, regardless of platform.

Paddle/pedal a couple before you pull the trigger

Saba Slayer · 05-04-2016, 09:32 AM

Kayaks are like shoes...not one fits all...!
Go to your local on the water dealer and try out a paddle kayak and try the Hobies too. One style may appeal to you more for a variety of reasons.
Transport and storage determine many a purchase. Are you going to car-top it...? do you have a pick-up truck...?...Or do you have room for a small trailer on your property?
Where can you store it out of the sun is important too...if you're in a condo or apartment maybe the inflatable Hobie is right for you or if you've got the room for a PA on a trailer at your house then "go big".
Where you launch and your style of fishing is an important aspect too...
If you surf launch in tough conditions and have a rough hike to your beach maybe something smaller than the PA is right for you...If you launch from a dock or harbor/lake then just about any size yak will work.
Try a few different manufacturers yaks before you make your decision.
Andy at OEX Sunset has Hobies as well as a few other yaks and the Mission Bay OEX store has a variety of models to choose from...both are "on the water" and have rentals available.

Richard452 · 05-04-2016, 12:26 PM

Thanks for the comments guys, I could honestly go without standing in a yak but the main problem I have (which is why I'm here) is I have no place around me that allows you to demo a kayak unless it's a feel free or native slayer, it's not the best idea but I do need to order it online when I decide what to get

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sandico · 05-04-2016, 01:49 PM

Look at the Kraken 13.5 or Kraken 15.5 depending on your size. Definitely an inshore/offshore kayak with speed and the ability to stand in if the conditions are right. I stand up in one all the time. You can demo them at either OEX Mission Bay or OEX Sunset Beach. We also ship to a hub or direct to your residence.

Kerry Peeler
OEX Mission Bay

incxalx · 05-07-2016, 03:50 PM

I got a malibu x15 for sale

Super stable ive stood in it before while fishing. well taken care of!

It comes with everything and is ready to fish

fishfisher
carbon fiber paddle
life vest
A very nice bait tank
Fresh batteries for the tank and Fishfinder
a kayak cart

I'm sad to let it go, but im leaving for the US Air Force in less than 2 months.
Asking for $500 Feel free to text/call 626 215 9170
Located in the L.A area-- Pasadena

ewhitney60 · 05-07-2016, 04:23 PM

I have the Jackson Kraken 15.5. I am a big dude so it fits my needs getting in and out of the surf is SUPER easy. It is my first kayak so I don't speak from a variety of experience. However, Some on this thread have said it all... No kayak is "one size fits all" honestly you have to commit to trial and error. If you order it brand new I know that someone will snatch it up for close to the same price if you want to get a new "better fitting" kayak.

For what you're looking for I would recommend the Kracken 13.5.

It's not as Long and narrow and it punches through the surf VERY easy. Also, It is a very comfortable kayak to fish with for Hours on end if you so desire!

Harry Hill · 05-07-2016, 04:36 PM

I have a Bass Pro Ascend FS12T, very stable but a tank, but very easy to stand in. I'll make you a hell of a deal on it.

_Obed · 05-09-2016, 08:46 AM

I got a 2015 cuda. Lemme know if you'd like to check it out

Thanks

05-03-2016, 10:30 PM	#1
Richard452 Junior Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 3	Need a kayak Hey everyone I'm looking to buy myself a new fishing kayak, I've never done it before so I'm fairly new to it lol. I'm looking for something I could take inshore and offshore but also very stable and something I can stand in. Any recommendations? Price doesn't matter Sent from my iPod touch using Tapatalk

05-03-2016, 10:37 PM	#3
Richard452 Junior Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 3	Need a kayak Thanks for the reply. I've been told that yak is a bit of a tank to get offshore lol. I've heard the jk cuda 14 was pretty good Sent from my iPod touch using Tapatalk

05-04-2016, 09:32 AM	#10
Saba Slayer Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Palos Verdes Posts: 1,857	Try em Kayaks are like shoes...not one fits all...! Go to your local on the water dealer and try out a paddle kayak and try the Hobies too. One style may appeal to you more for a variety of reasons. Transport and storage determine many a purchase. Are you going to car-top it...? do you have a pick-up truck...?...Or do you have room for a small trailer on your property? Where can you store it out of the sun is important too...if you're in a condo or apartment maybe the inflatable Hobie is right for you or if you've got the room for a PA on a trailer at your house then "go big". Where you launch and your style of fishing is an important aspect too... If you surf launch in tough conditions and have a rough hike to your beach maybe something smaller than the PA is right for you...If you launch from a dock or harbor/lake then just about any size yak will work. Try a few different manufacturers yaks before you make your decision. Andy at OEX Sunset has Hobies as well as a few other yaks and the Mission Bay OEX store has a variety of models to choose from...both are "on the water" and have rentals available. __________________ Jim / Saba Slayer

05-07-2016, 04:36 PM	#15
Harry Hill Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Yucaipa, CA Posts: 1,136	I have a Bass Pro Ascend FS12T, very stable but a tank, but very easy to stand in. I'll make you a hell of a deal on it. __________________ you can't eat it if you release it

05-03-2016, 10:32 PM	#2
TheBoyScout Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Oceanside Posts: 115	2014 or newer Hobie Pro Angler 14 foot Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

05-03-2016, 10:46 PM	#4
RedSledTeam Daddeo Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: OC Posts: 660	Adventure Island!

05-04-2016, 01:45 AM	#5
King Saba Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: SGV Posts: 848	A narrower kayak with a sharper hull will make those offshore trips easier on you. More glide= less effort in the long run. The only downside the loss in stability, but you probably won't miss it if you knew how tough it is to paddle a wide barge-like kayak. I can't say much about wide pedal kayaks like the PA or Outback though since I gots no experience with them.

05-04-2016, 01:51 AM	#6
supaboy1981 Pro @ not catching fish Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CBAD! FO LYFE! Posts: 195	I was in the same boat as you. New to the sport no idea what to get, just wanted something stable. Paddled a stealth 13 for a bit and ended up selling it because it's a tank. Just picked up a prowler 15 and it's still plenty stable for me and glides through the water much easier. Go out and try a few before you make the plunge.

05-04-2016, 02:14 AM	#7
Murray Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Vista Posts: 326	If you plan on fishing, demo a hobie outback and pa....both hands free for fishing. Leave it to the paddle guys for their suggestions.

05-04-2016, 07:21 AM	#8
ctfphoto Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 901	New Hobie Outback

05-04-2016, 07:53 AM	#9
Hunters Pa Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Fullerton Posts: 1,360	Wanting to be able to stand cuts down your options. Most of the time that will be more reliant on conditions, regardless of platform. Paddle/pedal a couple before you pull the trigger

05-04-2016, 12:26 PM	#11
Richard452 Junior Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 3	Thanks for the comments guys, I could honestly go without standing in a yak but the main problem I have (which is why I'm here) is I have no place around me that allows you to demo a kayak unless it's a feel free or native slayer, it's not the best idea but I do need to order it online when I decide what to get Sent from my iPod touch using Tapatalk

05-04-2016, 01:49 PM	#12
sandico Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: San Diego Posts: 94	Look at the Kraken 13.5 or Kraken 15.5 depending on your size. Definitely an inshore/offshore kayak with speed and the ability to stand in if the conditions are right. I stand up in one all the time. You can demo them at either OEX Mission Bay or OEX Sunset Beach. We also ship to a hub or direct to your residence. Kerry Peeler OEX Mission Bay

05-07-2016, 03:50 PM	#13
incxalx Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Posts: 47	I got a malibu x15 for sale Super stable ive stood in it before while fishing. well taken care of! It comes with everything and is ready to fish fishfisher carbon fiber paddle life vest A very nice bait tank Fresh batteries for the tank and Fishfinder a kayak cart I'm sad to let it go, but im leaving for the US Air Force in less than 2 months. Asking for $500 Feel free to text/call 626 215 9170 Located in the L.A area-- Pasadena

05-07-2016, 04:23 PM	#14
ewhitney60 Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 47	I have the Jackson Kraken 15.5. I am a big dude so it fits my needs getting in and out of the surf is SUPER easy. It is my first kayak so I don't speak from a variety of experience. However, Some on this thread have said it all... No kayak is "one size fits all" honestly you have to commit to trial and error. If you order it brand new I know that someone will snatch it up for close to the same price if you want to get a new "better fitting" kayak. For what you're looking for I would recommend the Kracken 13.5. It's not as Long and narrow and it punches through the surf VERY easy. Also, It is a very comfortable kayak to fish with for Hours on end if you so desire!

05-09-2016, 08:46 AM	#16
_Obed Bird nest master Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 110	I got a 2015 cuda. Lemme know if you'd like to check it out Thanks