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Old 07-10-2017, 01:34 PM   #1
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Good paddle kayaks to purchase

I would like some info on non-hobie brand paddle kayaks that would work well for the ocean, La Jolla, etc. Also kayak length, as I am not very tall. 5'7"ish.


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Old 07-10-2017, 02:01 PM   #2
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Check out something in 13ft range - you will be comfortable, it will track better than a shorter kayak in the big water and its still a manageable size on land to load/unload etc.
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Old 07-10-2017, 05:10 PM   #3
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I would like some info on non-hobie brand paddle kayaks that would work well for the ocean, La Jolla, etc. Also kayak length, as I am not very tall. 5'7"ish.


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Wilderness Systems.

Look at the Ride, Thresher, and Radar series. I've had three Ride's (2 135's and a 115) and I've loved each one of 'em...

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Old 07-10-2017, 09:09 PM   #4
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Jackson kraken 13.5, cuda 14, ocean kayak trident prowler. Think there is a ok prowler for sale on here.

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...ad.php?t=31339

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Old 07-11-2017, 05:23 AM   #5
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Best to head down to OEX and try out a few models to see what works for you.
Keep in mind storage, transport and desired use.

But here are some options that come to mind for non-hobie kayaks:

Tarpon 130/140
Thresher 140
Kraken 13.5
Trident 13
Viking Profish

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Old 07-11-2017, 06:46 AM   #6
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Love my Jackson Kraken 13.5. These are fantastic kayaks, and specifically designed to handle going in and out of the surf. Comfortable ride, too.
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Old 07-11-2017, 08:21 AM   #7
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I ride the Malibu Stealth 12. Built in bait tank, fast and maneuverable. Not real heavy and pretty stable.
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Old 07-13-2017, 07:42 AM   #8
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Best part about some of the paddle yaks mentioned is the large center hatch to put gear and fish in. So I'd look for one with that.


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Old 07-13-2017, 04:21 PM   #9
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2017 Trident 15

Great kayak. Went with 15 becuase of weight capacity. If you have a lot of gear and bait tank, 15 might be way to go . It is a beast on land . 93 lb . I used to think my outback was heavy . The trident 13 is not that much lighter but the weight capacity is a lot lower. On the water the trident can move. Handles surf great. Been through 3ft surf, 4-6 ft , even got caught out in 6-8 ft with 10 ft mixed in . Today I took it out at Malibu 4-6 ft. It's great to be able to stash rods and gear with ease. Since I got it in October I have not used my outback. . For a paddle kayak this platform is hard to beat. I also would recommend rudder.
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Old 07-13-2017, 06:05 PM   #10
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Malibu X 13 is my favorite paddle kayak ,it's really nice ride and have a plenty of room for fishing
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Old 07-13-2017, 08:13 PM   #11
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any thoughts between a tarpon 13 and trident?

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Old 07-13-2017, 10:56 PM   #12
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Want some insane top speed? Forget polyethylene plastic yaks. Carbon fiber is the way to go.

http://stealthkayaks.co.za/kayak-ran.../profisha-475/

Not sure how heavy you are, but you can get 8-9kts top speed with only steady effort.
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Old 07-14-2017, 03:47 AM   #13
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Jackson Kayak Kraken 15.5. Great seating, plenty of storage, and all around an awesome rig for the money. Not to mention 8 rod holders if you love to take out a lot of rods. But as I said, the star of the Kraken is the seat. Nowhere will you find a seat as nice as the Elite Seat 3.0


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I would like some info on non-hobie brand paddle kayaks that would work well for the ocean, La Jolla, etc. Also kayak length, as I am not very tall. 5'7"ish.


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Fish-Bro,
Look on the classified section on here...there is a Ocean Kayak Prowler 13 for sale and the price is right! (socalbeachbum)
This is a FANTASTIC kayak to paddle & fish from.
FWIW- if I could only have ONE kayak the P13 would be my first choice.
Good luck.
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Old 07-14-2017, 10:19 AM   #15
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Want some insane top speed? Forget polyethylene plastic yaks. Carbon fiber is the way to go.

http://stealthkayaks.co.za/kayak-ran.../profisha-475/

Not sure how heavy you are, but you can get 8-9kts top speed with only steady effort.
I have a 525 and it weighs less ten 50 lbs, LIGHT and fast, but inital stability is soft.
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Old 07-15-2017, 09:02 PM   #16
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I have a 525 and it weighs less ten 50 lbs, LIGHT and fast, but inital stability is soft.
Any secondary stability to it? If I ever go back to paddling I'll be getting a 475 or 525.
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Old 07-15-2017, 09:12 PM   #17
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Fish-Bro,
Look on the classified section on here...there is a Ocean Kayak Prowler 13 for sale and the price is right! (socalbeachbum)
This is a FANTASTIC kayak to paddle & fish from.
FWIW- if I could only have ONE kayak the P13 would be my first choice.
Good luck.
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I agree. That price is good. I own one and love it. Fairly light, and great stability and glide. I had it in a pretty nasty situation with high winds and chop and never felt like it would roll. It's only problem is that it's underrated and doesn't have the "prestige" of a Trident.
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I have a 525 and it weighs less ten 50 lbs, LIGHT and fast, but inital stability is soft.
How you doing Bob? Hope you're well on the way to recovery.
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Old 07-15-2017, 09:23 PM   #19
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Any secondary stability to it? If I ever go back to paddling I'll be getting a 475 or 525.
Secondary stability is as good as any touring yak. Love the yak.
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Old 07-16-2017, 09:32 AM   #20
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get a Stealth and laugh at all the (peddle kayak) guys worried about 1' surf.
if you dont agree with the price. go with a Trident 15.
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