I need advice on buying New Kayak!! help!

[JohnMckroidJr]

A good deal is a relative thing. If you have compared it to the listings on Craigslist, Offerup, Pennysaver, Recycler, FB marketplace, or whatever the local selling forum is, then that will give you a good idea. In Sth Florida, that would be a great deal if the equipment is in good condition. Is the kayak badly faded from being left out in the sun? Does the Fishfinder work? Are there any cracks or deep grooves in the hull? Are the cables on the mirage drive rusty? Do the latch springs for the mirage click crisply? Is the fabric on the seat badly faded or holed? Repair parts are expensive and if too many things are in poor condition, It might be better off to pay a little more for one slightly newer.

[BigJimbo]

Originally Posted by JohnMckroidJr

A good deal is a relative thing. If you have compared it to the listings on Craigslist, Offerup, Pennysaver, Recycler, FB marketplace, or whatever the local selling forum is, then that will give you a good idea. In Sth Florida, that would be a great deal if the equipment is in good condition. Is the kayak badly faded from being left out in the sun? Does the Fishfinder work? Are there any cracks or deep grooves in the hull? Are the cables on the mirage drive rusty? Do the latch springs for the mirage click crisply? Is the fabric on the seat badly faded or holed? Repair parts are expensive and if too many things are in poor condition, It might be better off to pay a little more for one slightly newer.

The yak has been taken care of really nicely. almost perfect.
I just dont know what the market price is for used kayaks.

As the last yak I bought was a 2004.

[JohnMckroidJr]

Originally Posted by BigJimbo

The yak has been taken care of really nicely. almost perfect.
I just dont know what the market price is for used kayaks.

As the last yak I bought was a 2004.

Sounds like your due for a new kayak. Check your local listings, and then pull the trigger before it's sold. Good luck!

[BigJimbo]

Originally Posted by JohnMckroidJr

Sounds like your due for a new kayak. Check your local listings, and then pull the trigger before it's sold. Good luck!

should i pull the plug on the 2014 pro angler 14 for $2000?

[TJones]

you aint gonna find a better deal. JMO. if not, im gonna jump on it. . either that, spend about 7 k and get everything new. 230 wheels, bait tank, hds 7, some Hobie leashes and maybe a rod holder or extension.

[BigJimbo]

Originally Posted by TJones

you aint gonna find a better deal. JMO. if not, im gonna jump on it. . either that, spend about 7 k and get everything new. 230 wheels, bait tank, hds 7, some Hobie leashes and maybe a rod holder or extension.

hehe. will do sir!
picking it up today! will update you!