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01-05-2019, 07:20 PM
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Kayak Recommendations
I'm looking into buying a fishing kayak. I'm pretty certain I want a 12' sit-on-top version; I need the extra stability as a 270 lb fattie. Anybody have any recommendations for a brand/model? I will also need to buy a car-top rack for it. Any suggestions for accessories, besides paddle, life jacket, and (maybe) fish finder? I plan to be doing mostly river and small lake fishing. I have a $1,500 budget to work with (for everything). I'd appreciate any advice, since I have never even sat in a kayak before.
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01-05-2019, 07:38 PM
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Re: Kayak Recommendations
Hobie! I have a Revolution 13 but you might want to check out the outback since it’s more stable and you won’t be cutting through any ocean surf or chop. The new pro angler is very sweet looking but I wouldn’t want to try to put that on a roof solo. If you have a truck or trailer that’s a freshwater beast!
As far as accessories all you need is a roof rack. I never bought any of the kayak specific rack accessories, just put the kayak upside down and use a few ratchet straps. I use a lowrance fishfinder/gps and it’s great. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out.
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01-06-2019, 06:28 AM
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Re: Kayak Recommendations
I would look for a used wilderness radar 135 or ride 135. I am also on the large side and sold my Hobie and found much better stability in the wilderness. Jackson just came out with the bite, which is a no frills fishing kayak. I would definitely check craigs list and look used.
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01-06-2019, 10:11 AM
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Re: Kayak Recommendations
Definitely go used and water test them. You will get some of the accessories with the sale. A bunch of fishing kayaks up on CL.
If you insist on new some of the retailers have demos you can check out. Ramsey outdoor in ledgewood is an example. The biggest thing as a fellow big guy for me is seat comfort. Not much fun having a case of dead ass and being numb in the back side and legs. Had a sit in that my legs would go numb after an hour. I bought a 10’ Vibe yellowfin sot off CL last year ($500) and love it. Can sit on that thing all day. Bought it as a no thrills throw and go option for when I don’t want to deal with the boat.
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01-06-2019, 01:02 PM
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Re: Kayak Recommendations
Yea I think Ramsey outdoor has kayaks on Haledon Resevoir in the summer time. I know they do rentals but I’m sure you can test ride a specific model if you need to.
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01-15-2019, 09:22 AM
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Re: Kayak Recommendations
I have an ocean kayak Prowler big game 2 I'll sell you for a good price. 12 ft & holds 600 lbs. Same one I use and I weigh 350. Has lots of track gear, super nova led lights, rudder, USB ports , ect, message mr on face book @ John Vojt or Instagram @ jv_kayak_fishing_nj
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