"I'm curious how many of you guys are paddle vs pedal....?"
You're going to find fanatics for both peddle and paddle...just like you'll find Chevy and Ford guys and then there's the Mercedes and Porsche crowd...
Try as many brands as you can...
You just missed a great opportunity at Andy's Sunset Beach store's demo day last Saturday. He's one of those rare (in So. Cal) "on the water" shops that stocks Hobie's and lots of other brands too.
As great a boat as it is for my style... not everyone can afford a Pro Angler 14' and store it or transport it.
Kayaks are like shoes...not one fits all. What works for one kayak fisherman may not be right for you...Storage, Fishing Style, Type of Launch, Transport and Price are all factors that should come into play when trying to decide on your next kayak.
Good Luck
