WS vs Malibu - Looking to compare - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

goldenglory18 · 01-05-2017, 07:59 PM

All,

Just wondering if anyone can help compare the Wildy and Malibu boats for me. Specifically those that have spent serious seat time in both boats in the salt.

I've paddled both, but unfortunately in completely different situations. So as much as I can compare the quality, finishing touches, and design oddities of the two companies, I can't compare them in real world conditions that I'd consistently be fishing in now.

Oh, and its the Ride 135 vs the X-Factor/Stealth 14 that I'm curious about (Stealth and the X are the same hull below water line, correct?). EDIT: Maybe the Thresher as well.....seems to be a bit more size comparable to the Malibu options I listed as opposed to the Ride.

Thanks everyone!

- Kenny

01-05-2017, 07:59 PM	#1
goldenglory18 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Seattle Area Posts: 861	WS vs Malibu - Looking to compare All, Just wondering if anyone can help compare the Wildy and Malibu boats for me. Specifically those that have spent serious seat time in both boats in the salt. I've paddled both, but unfortunately in completely different situations. So as much as I can compare the quality, finishing touches, and design oddities of the two companies, I can't compare them in real world conditions that I'd consistently be fishing in now. Oh, and its the Ride 135 vs the X-Factor/Stealth 14 that I'm curious about (Stealth and the X are the same hull below water line, correct?). EDIT: Maybe the Thresher as well.....seems to be a bit more size comparable to the Malibu options I listed as opposed to the Ride. Thanks everyone! - Kenny Last edited by goldenglory18; 01-05-2017 at 09:12 PM.