Howdy folks, I have been thinking about getting into kayak fishing. I have a large powerboat and cannot get into the shallow water bays to hunt for redfish. Does anybody have some suggestions on the type of kayak I should buy? I am a big guy, 6’1" and 240lbs, and will be paddling about 1.5 miles from my boat landing. Thanks
Love my Tarpon.
http://www.wildernesssystems.com/kayaks/sitontop.php
“Fishing and catching are two different things. Fishing is what I love; catching is a bonus.”–Papa, 1979
I don’t think that you could go wrong with an OK Drifter.
http://www.oceankayak.com/products/drifter.html
Renix might agree with me on this.
Hunter Bunter
Check this out.
http://www.hobiecat.com/fishing/miragedrive.html
Look Ma, No Hands!! I rented one at pawleys island last month and was very impressed!! It is a FISHING MACHINE, very well designed and seemed to be durable. I used it in the surf too.
Seeking immortality? Every hour spent fishing is added to your life!!!
Edited by - hardcore on 08/31/2003 11:23:36 PM
http://www.oldtowncanoe.com/kayaks_loon160T.php
Everybody will have their own opinion on this topic but the above has served me well. I have caught reds and trout out of the Loon 160T but I have also Duck hunted (2 Men= 400lbs + decoys+ guns+ shells), Toured around with my wife, and done an overnight trip. It is a great all arounder. In 2 years of heavy use (I mean rough) it is still in great shape. Oh yeah, I also move the seat to the middle and do all of the above alone as well.
14’ Duracraft
15hp Evinrude
Rivets Rule!
The information provided by hardcore was thoughtful but
(talk about up a creek without a paddle)
I am also a big ol fat guy (6’1" and pushing 245)
I purchased a Ocean Kayak “Frenzy” and have no
trouble paddling my big fat butt all over the place.
Fishing creeks with this boat works fine.
The information provided by hardcore was thoughtful but
(talk about up a creek without a paddle)
I am also a big ol fat guy (6’1" and pushing 245)
I purchased a Ocean Kayak “Frenzy” and have no
trouble paddling my big fat butt all over the place.
Fishing creeks with this boat works fine.
Hey RichFowl, you’re a lightweight compared to me, 6’1" & 310#'s. That’s why I like my Drifter so much.
Hunter Bunter
Some good suggestions…Let me throw this one in there too-The Predator…They’ve got one in stock at Ludens that you can look at (they’ve got the Loon’s too).
http://www.oldtowncanoe.com/kayaks_sporting.php
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