Don’t buy the WRONG fishing kayak
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- Опубліковано 16 лип 2024
- Brian and I cover a lot of ground in this video that breaks down how to purchase the right fishing kayak for your needs. We cover:
Big Water Kayaks
River Kayaks
Generalist Kayaks
Inflatable Kayaks and Hobie Lynx (Shallow Water Specialists)
Different Pedal Drives
Different Hull Materials
Propulsion Options
and of course Torqeedo options.
Rationale for being in the "Top Ten Videos" playlist:
This video ranked #11 out of over 1000 videos as of April 2023. This is despite it only being in existence less than a year. The algorithm got this one right, and pushed it in front of more people.
It's a very useful guide to anyone interested in purchasing a fishing kayak. It's a heavy edit that shows several of the kayak designs in use on the water. The fragmented constant changing of frame keeps people watching (a trick that true professional UA-camrs use to emulate the constant "upswipe" of social media feeds). I feel that I was firing on all cylinders when I made this title and thumbnail: bright colors, big words, a title that left the potential viewer curious enough to click. This video could have flopped as far as metrics go, but I got those parts right for a change. Combine that with excellent how-to educational content with entertaining visuals, this one is poised to be my #1 in terms of views with time. Most of it's growth has been in the last 2 months, and that trajectory looks like a #1 in the making. - Спорт
This was like a mini master class in kayak types! Thank you! This was the most extensive discussion of different kayak types and I actually took notes!
Shivon, I’m glad to hear that it has helped you. I’m a note taker too! The act of writing down ideas solidifies them in my brain.
This was the video I was looking for. Going to order two kayaks tomorrow from these guys. 😊
Great shop for sure. Glad this helped you narrow down a kayak choice.
@@TheLittleStuff ordered and hand delivered, great company
It handles really well and is very easy to deal with. I have not found a reason to complain about it at all. Best bang for your buck.
I had lots of different kayaks . I was never happy until I bought a feelfree lure 11.5 in 2016 . I have used every since with no complaints . It is the perfect kayak for what I needed .
I probabably bought and sold 10-14 kayaks before I was happy . One of the most uncomfortable for me was the hobie I bought . The worst seat i ever kayaked in . They have a better seat now .
Right on Idaho. It’s great when you get the perfect one!
This was a very intuitive video. I've been through a number of boats over the years and these types of videos keep me learning. There are so many more options compared to when I started kayak fishing with my old Tarpon 160i. That thing was a beast.
The Tarpon 160i is something that kayak fishing had right, then gave it all away for perceived stability.
Great information Jeff. Great showing dealers around the country and showing msrp on the different models too. Wish they had the shoalie there.
I debated on showing the prices, as inflation seems to keep nudging upward each season. DPS is such a cool shop. I filmed a Torqeedo installation there yesterday. We did it on the green NRS inflatable that you see in this video.
Needed this.. Jumping into fishing kayaking this upcoming weekend!
There’s a lot more content that can help in this playlist “Kayak Fishing Skills”
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Awesome info! Just getting interested in kayak fishing vs bank or big boat and it can be overwhelming. Mainly fishing lakes, ponds and shallow rivers and canals in Texas. Will definitely be checking out more of the channel! Kudos!
Thanks for watching Ryder!
Awesome buddy
Keep up the good work
Thanks Jorge! I hope this one helps people make good purchase decisions.
Great video! There is so many options in the kayak world its hard to know all the options and make a good decision. DPS is a great shop and have a very knowledgeable staff with a large inventory. Your absolutely right about the ss127 being a generalist kayak. It makes a great first kayak because its capable of many things but it's not a master in one area but offers great stability. While I was happy with my ss127 i discovered that my fishing style mostly aligns to river fishing. I recently moved over to a native slayer max 12.5 which does great on the river and is much faster.
Delaware Paddlesports is a great shop. They dominate the Mid Atlantic region because of rigging, selection, service, no sales tax and a real understanding of kayak fishing.
Only if the ss127 was only better in rivers/moving water.
I have found over the years of fishing there is no one boat. 3 or 4 seems to be about right. With a kayak I can see no less than 2.
I’ve used a lot over the years. The right one for my fishing shallow water fisheries is the Innovative Sportsman Osprey 1436. Big water fishing kayaks is a different story, but the Jackson Kayak Knarr does really well. So does the Old Town Big Water 132 or older Predator. I like my old Wilderness Systems ATAK 140 on big water too, but it’s going to be a wet ride in rough weather!
My kayak is a lifetime Sportfisher. It's a wide 10' tunnel hull. A large blob of plastic you sit on and fish. Supports 500 pounds and cost me only $500 delivered. It's the jon boat of kayaks.
Very basic, but it's great for the local lakes. You don't need to spend thousands to get out and fish. Available at the big box stores.
Right on Curt. Whatever gets you on the water.
You gave my lynx some love lol thank you. Another great informational video. I’d say the one downfall of the lynx is hull slap. Other wise light and can take almost anywhere
The light weight options are growing!
I got eye on the Nu Canoe Unlimited, I'll keep them in mind when I'm ready to buy one. I like the idea they deliver to Pa.
I’ve not paddled that one yet. I know that they sell well.
Awesome video & info thanks - ONE question what inflatable was the one you were standing up on and rocking back & forth?? Is it still on the market? And can it be set up with two seats? Thanks
There are many inflatable kayaks worth looking at. NRS makes the Kuda 126. Innovative Sportsman makes the Osprey 1436. Sea Eagle has some great options too.
I just fish lakes and would like to know knarr for 2,700 or coosa fd for 3k both new the dealer near me is selling to someone else so I get the knarr at cost which is better suited for me. I want speed and maneuverability and I also love the rod storage on the knarr but compared to the two which is better for lakes?
I have the poor man’s 10 ft lifetime kayak. I’m currently running a minnkota 30/30 mounted on bro Craft mount, 7 inch fish fisher with a control panel. The lifetime is the best in my books, the flatter the bottom the safer you are and if you’re in an area with waves. Always turn into the wave, that apply to all kayaks. I just slide my kayak in the back of my truck, strap down and away I go. I’m horrible with a trailer and I don’t want to cause a jam at the launching docks.
I have a lifetime as well, gets the job done I love it bout I do want some more leg room and a better seat. But it’s what gets me on the water been going some yrs now
oops already did lol! but hopefully my next ones will be just what i need!
I wanted to educate on matching design to different fisheries and applications. The truth is that the only wrong fishing kayak is not owning one!
@@TheLittleStuff i like the way you think! i bit the bullet and ordered two different crescent now i just have to wait till they are at the satellite drop off so i can pick them up! oh and i looked in to the bent shaft paddles and only found one brand aqua and that is a little over my head for price right now i with getting the kayaks but maybe some day
Ps that swivel chair blew my mind how great that must be
It’s a cool option. NuCanoe does NuCanoe. They don’t chase a crowd.
@@TheLittleStuff ever paddle in one ? Thoughts ?
Great video! Been doing a lot of research for my first Kayak. I don't have a lot of options to paddle different boats as there's no real dealers within a 2 hour drive here in West Texas. I'm looking to be able to take my small kids out, 3 and 5, but be able to fly fish on my own also. Been looking at the Nucanoe Unlimited or F12 and the Taketwo. Nucanoe is more right now without the second seat. I'm not super interested in pedals because of taking the kids out. I'll do a trolling motor or something if I want motorized. Any words of wisdom or ideas on boats? Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed the video Ryan. My words of wisdom are in all the videos. Dig around in the playlist “Kayaks and Kayak Rigging”
I’m surprised that the carbon fiber boats aren’t more expensive than listed. I figured they’d cost a lot.
Another great, informative video!
Thanks Jason. This one was a heavy edit, but worth it.
What class would you put the vibe shearwater in?
Generalist
Is the Nucanoe F10 a good river fishing boat? That 360 seat seems like it would make everything easier.
I do not have experience in that one. The shorter they are, the slower they are.
Can you suggest a fishing kayak for seniors...there's not many videos on kayaks for seniors.
What qualities are you looking for? I worked in a Nursing and Rehab Center for 21 years. I’ve seen old farmers who could out paddle or out lift some of the 20 something anglers I’ve fished with. Lightweight and more stable? Look at my Inflatable Kayaks playlist.
what would you consider big water? ive got a 5000 acre manmade lake depth 3ft-10ft im planning on buying a feelfree 10 pdl would that suffice? average wind speed is 5-10mph
That can act like big water. Much of what qualifies it as big water is how prone it is to create big waves. Smaller reservoirs in Oklahoma where there is no land topography to slow down the wind can be treacherous. The shape of the lake matters too. Bowl shaped as opposed to a dammed up river that stays narrow have different wind-impact qualities.
Can you use the Dakota Lithium Iron Phosphate battery with the Torqueedo 1103 motor? I realize the Dakota would have to be water proofed.
Nope. Just the Torqeedo battery that comes with the Torqeedo
Ok nice video...where is this place
Lewes, Delaware
Man I just recently have became interested in kayak bass fishing in particular. But I’ve never had any real kayak experience period much less a fishing rig. I was wondering and maybe this would make a good video maybe, but as someone wanting to get starting in kayak angling what should I look into buying as far as price points and quality for my first kayak. What I mean is I don’t want to spend way to much money on a kayak only to find out that kayak fishing isn’t for me or make the mistake that is something I can compare to golf it’s like cheaper cavity backs and blades some people make the mistake of buying the most expensive blade set because they see that’s what the pros use. But they don’t understand that because they are using blades you have to be at a certain skill level to hit blades effectively if you know what your doing you can do a lot with them but they aren’t forgiving for a new golfer. But ag the same time I don’t want to buy a cheap Walmart kayak and because it’s cheap I end up hating the experience and keep me from having a proper experience Ina kayak fishing rig and give up because I didn’t buy something a little nicer that would have given me a totally different experience
Find a shop that will let you demo several models. If I had to boil all my advice down to one thing (obviously I can’t, hence the long video), demo many kayaks would be my best single piece of advice. Price point will figure itself out.
I watched your Kent Island Bay fishing 41 mile video . I fish the Bay and wonder if you could give me the benefit of your experience. The person in the Outback was running a Torqeedo 1103 and you were running the 403 ac. I am debating the two motors in terms of power and range. Obviously 3hp is more power, but is there a big difference in range. I fish a Hobie PA 14. Range is important but the Range numbers are based on the Hobie Revo hull. Which motor would you suggest for the bay with a Pro Angler in mind? Thanks
I ran the 1103. My buddy ran the 403. I did it on one battery. He switched over to a second. The 1103 is the better motor for efficiency, durability, top end speed.
@@TheLittleStuff, Jeff, thanks for the reply! Your videos are concise and full of insight on so many of the diverse topics about fishing including the environment and health of the waters we rely on. You are an outstanding leader in the larger picture of fishing and among the best presenters in the industry. Thanks so much for taking the time to help me.
Anyone that wants a fast, easy to paddle yak needs to buy a sit in touring yak and add rod holders. The "sit on" industry is so FOS it's unreal. None of them track well or paddle well, they are all like paddling a barge.
Is the Hobie mirage outback good for big water
Sure. I think that requirements for big water are more about the angler than the boat. You need to be able to reboard in rough conditions - big wind driven waves. The Outback has a low rail, perfect for reboarding. Keep one side clear of accessories. Practice reboarding. If you’re looking for a boat that is a “dry ride” in big rough water, you’re going to find it, but you’re setting yourself up for a difficult task of flipping the boat back over and getting back in. I like a boat with strong secondary stability for big water with wind driven waves.
@The Little Stuff which kayak do you recommend to me for strong secondary stability for big water with wind-driven waves
@@edgars00789 I love my Wilderness Systems ATAK 140, but it’s a discontinued model. I am also enjoying the Bonafide RVR 119. It has the most secondary stability of any fishing kayak I’ve been in. It will be a wet ride in big rough water, but you can handle that steep water better in that boat.
How much are the inflatables
I think that one was listed at $1495. I put the MSRP on each model under the model name with length and weight.
Where would you put a Mayfly at..???
How would I classify it?
@@TheLittleStuff yes
I have no idea what Kayak to upgrade too, i currently have a $500 pelican just picked up last year getting into yakking, but i want to invest in it more. I know how to fish but dont fish much and probably wont use the yak for much fishing until i truly grab a passion for it which i will eventually. I want a PDL thats not massive but can move thru creeks and rivers and can be paddled too without much a problem. I mainly do river cruises and creeks with friends. Anyone have a recommendation? old town said the salty and big water would be good but salty has hardly any storage and bigwater is too big at 13 feet.
Look at the Bonafide P127 or the Jackson Bite FD.
@@TheLittleStuff i did, and its the storage part thats stopping me, i do like the bonafide alot. im still thinking of the sportsman mk 106, just would remove the MK and use the insert. heavy though.