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[johnnyrodd]

We'll first day in the water today on my kayak. Damn this paddling around is tough. Fished Newport for 2 hours now feeling the pain in my back and hamstrings. Can't wait to get back out again in some better conditions. Still need to get a seat to make things a little more comfortable.
My son sold his tricked out scooter and bought me and himself 2 Malibu explorer kayaks from sunset OEX with the money. What a great kid thanks Harris. Unfortunately he broke his elbow and shoulder 2 weeks ago. So I couldn't wait anymore and headed out on my own. He should be out of his cast in about 6 weeks to start fishing with me.

Any suggestions on a seat are welcome, I am a taller person at 6 4" if that makes a difference for seat height. The kayaks are pretty much bare one has no hatch but 2 rod holders. The other has a hatch but no rod holders. Over the next couple of months I am looking to add on bait tanks and fish finders.

[Gerry]

Get a seat ASAP!!!

[Cbad Mike]

Welcome..... Don't beat yourself up.... get a seat!
:iagree:

[dmrides]

I haven't been in the seat market in a long time, so I don't know any makes or models. But make sure you get a high back seat with a good amount of padding and proper adjustments. The guys at OEX will make sure you get exactly what you need.

[buddha]

This seat is one that I am going to get.

http://backwaterkayaker.blogspot.com/2013/07/kayak-seat-review-gone-fishing-kayak.html

[WildernessWanker]

This seat is one that I am going to get.

http://backwaterkayaker.blogspot.com/2013/07/kayak-seat-review-gone-fishing-kayak.html

That's a great seat for that price IMO. As far as the rod holders on the back of the seat does anyone use those? Mine has them and I've just never felt comfortable with a rod in them, although I will put my gaff in there if need be.

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[buddha]

That's a great seat for that price IMO. As far as the rod holders on the back of the seat does anyone use those? Mine has them and I've just never felt comfortable with a rod in them, although I will put my gaff in there if need be.

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I agree and I think that most will use those pockets for gaffs and boga grips, pliers, etc.

[jruiz]

Flush mount rod holders can be added at relatively low cost.

[svendawg]

That's a great seat for that price IMO. As far as the rod holders on the back of the seat does anyone use those? Mine has them and I've just never felt comfortable with a rod in them, although I will put my gaff in there if need be.

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When I had my other Kayak I've used the those rod holders in the seat at Mammoth Lakes while trout fishing' I pack a small plano box with trout gear trout rods in rod holders and I'm off fishing. No need for crates and all that other stuff.
Makes for easy set up and the ultimate "travel Lite" set-up especially if your car topping the kayak to a lake or between lakes.

[kiyo21]

The spider angler seat, magic I swear!

[Squid Vicious]

The spider angler seat, magic I swear!

...sup kiyo21...dana soon ?

[buddha]

This kayak seat comes with 5 tackle boxes included.

http://backwaterkayaker.blogspot.com/2013/07/kayak-seat-review-gone-fishing-kayak.html

[DennisMorgan]

surf to summit has a great seat. I am picking mine up this week.
http://www.amazon.com/Surf-Summit-Expedition-Sit-On-Top-Kayak/dp/B005OZEXJA

[igotpron]

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[Dail14]

The spider angler seat, magic I swear!

Yes. I love my spider angler as well.

[easyday]

This kayak seat comes with 5 tackle boxes included.

http://backwaterkayaker.blogspot.com/2013/07/kayak-seat-review-gone-fishing-kayak.html

Had that seat and really liked it.

[William Novotny]

Welcome to the boards! Looks like you fish in my back yard. I live 5 minutes from the launch so if you ever need someone to fish with just hit me up.

[johnnyrodd]

Thanks for all of the replies got some great info for a seat. I'll hit you up William next time I'm in Newport, I launched from the beach next to the next to the coast guard station.

[Fish Taco]

surf to summit has a great seat. I am picking mine up this week.
http://www.amazon.com/Surf-Summit-Expedition-Sit-On-Top-Kayak/dp/B005OZEXJA

Have this seat on my Stealth 14 and LOVE it! Highly recommend it!

- Ken

[taggermike]

I can't give a specific recommendation as to a seat. But I will say do not skimp on the comfort and quality to save cash. If you're out on the water and you ass is sore, chafed, or getting numb you'll wish you'd spent the extra cash. Mike