Malibu Kayaks new X-13

[THE DARKHORSE]

Originally Posted by peguinpower

I saw it at the show. It looks fast, and the weight is right at 58 pounds. Two thumbs up on the weight. I like it.

That hatch inside a hatch upfront may limit the market for it as it limits the number of rods a yakker can stow. Most fishing kayaks are making room for better rod storage. I think Malibu is moving backwards on that aspect.

Another idea would be a a place to mount standard transom mount transducers with original hardware. That would be nice.

Cant wait to try it.

/bing

Maybe a step forward, with the more experienced angler in mind. I'm a little baffled by anglers who never learn to "surf" their kayak and choose to prepare for the worst instead. I personally don't stow or leash any of my rods and have never flipped while landing in ten years now. I've been considering a couple of "faster" kayaks for the sole purpose of chasing "bird schools" and what lies below (W,S, Tarpon 16 and O,K, Trident, and Hobie come to mind) Anyone with experience in this style of kayak-fishing will confirm the importance of capitalizing on the "one shot" you get. This kayak looks like another strong link in the chain from the company that has a lock on the kayak fishing industry. What to do with so many great options?