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basskillah1496
03-16-2011, 10:54 PM
hi guys im 14 and new in the kayak world. I do a lot of fishing and figured this would just take it to the next level. I found a cobra fish n dive kayak on craigslist for $650 and it comes with a fish finder and battery. Are those kayaks super close to the water because i want somethig that can keep me a little bit a bove water at least. I was also wondering if there are any places to store it in the oceanside/vista are for cheap. If anybody has any advice on which kayak to get or anything like that i would really appreciate it.<!-- google_ad_section_end -->
inshorefisher
03-17-2011, 12:37 AM
test as many kayaks (malibu, ocean, hobie, cobra, tarpon) as you can before buying. looking for speed (narrow and long kayak) or stability (wide and shorter kayak)? you can do that at rental places. many good deals come and go...so be patience. scored a excellence X-13 with fishfisher and battery and some misc items for a great price (less then 650). cheap kayak storage by the launch...tough one. just some basic tips from someone that just went trough the process a few months ago. search the forum here...ton of great information from experts.
bus kid
03-17-2011, 05:40 AM
Being that you are 14 how do you plan on getting it to the water and home?
Is a older family member considering a kayak as well?
The most difficult aspect of kayaking is transporting to and from the water. you get that figured out, and you will be ok.
Stop by OEX Sunset Beach and try out as many as you can, then once a year malibu kayaks has a factory sale where you can get a really good deal. you just missed this years. The classifieds here are a good place to look as well.
Jim Sammons LJKF
03-17-2011, 08:27 AM
The FnD is generally considered a Big Guy kayak, are you a real big 14 year old??? You may find this kayak to be a bit of a load for you to deal with, on and off the water. It will get you well off the water as you asked though.
basskillah1496
03-17-2011, 11:34 AM
Jhon salmons which one do.you recommend
Jim Sammons LJKF
03-17-2011, 11:39 AM
Jhon salmons which one do.you recommend
WOW That is the wost butchering of my name I have ever seen.
As to the kayak, it really depends on your size and where you plan on paddling
Lets_Fish
03-17-2011, 11:40 AM
There are a lot of factors to consider. Your size (height & weight), type of fishing you plan on doing (salt vs. fresh, also bay vs. open ocean). Post up what you intend to use the kayak for and your height/weight and maybe someone can help you out.

You may want to concider going to a few of the kayak shops/rentals and demo a few yaks also.
Lets_Fish
03-17-2011, 11:45 AM
WOW That is the wost butchering of my name I have ever seen.
As to the kayak, it really depends on your size and where you plan on paddling

LOL is that your swedish name Jim!

Good hearing you speak at the show on Saturday (I was there with my brother for your afternoon talk on kayak travel).
basskillah1496
03-17-2011, 05:28 PM
Im 14 years old 180 pounds and 5"3....... im looking for something to use in the harbor and in the kelp. I will be taking it to and from my house but I have a brother to help.
Deamon
03-17-2011, 05:44 PM
Salmons...Haha!
basskillah1496
03-17-2011, 07:17 PM
sorry for the mispelling, just drop it already people its not a big deal it was an accident
bus kid
03-17-2011, 07:52 PM
sorry for the mispelling, just drop it already people its not a big deal it was an accident


don't take it personal your new here made an honest mistake, think of it as a digital nuggie. ( definition for the old guys here http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=nuggie ) :sifone:
Billy V
03-17-2011, 07:52 PM
Im 14 years old 180 pounds and 5"3....... im looking for something to use in the harbor and in the kelp. I will be taking it to and from my house but I have a brother to help.

Are you a body builder, or a power lifter ? Post up a pic.
bus kid
03-17-2011, 07:56 PM
Are you a body builder, or a power lifter ? Post up a pic.


you guys are worse then the BD crowd...:the_finger::the_finger::the_finger:

http://www.bloodydecks.com/forums/kayak-fishing/315219-kayak-advice-desperitely-needed.html

:party:
fishinkid2010
03-17-2011, 11:09 PM
Are you a body builder, or a power lifter ? Post up a pic.
:D
I'm 19, and he's got me beat by a mile!

Hey basskiller, the best thing you can do is stop by OEX or Fastlane, and try some out that are in your price range. Internet fishing is fun... trust me, I'm good at it... but the only way to get a kayak that will work for you is to try one out.
But from the sounds of things, avoid a Malibu Mini X. :p
Jimmyz123
03-18-2011, 04:38 AM
you guys are worse then the BD crowd...:the_finger::the_finger::the_finger:

http://www.bloodydecks.com/forums/kayak-fishing/315219-kayak-advice-desperitely-needed.html

:party:

I don't think that's possible, I don't see almost naked women on the Avatars, and the "F" word hasn't been dropped yet.

BassKillah - You would do well with any of the Kayaks that are out there, but you should test paddle some to know what you like best. Personally I like the Prowler 13 and 15. However I have paddled Cobra Kayaks and like those also, not the biggest fan of WS kayaks, they feel a little more tippy than I care fore.