Fishing Kayak Recommendations and Advice

Hi All

Currently looking at buying a Kayak for fishing in estuarys and local waterways on the Gold Coast. Would be going out at least a few times a month.

Are there any brands to give a wide berth and what should I be paying attention to?

The size around 2.8m to 3m seem to be the right size and is what I've been looking in to. Also would like to mount an electric motor to it as some stage - this weekend saw two getting around with one mounted to the side at the rear, and another on the back.

From my research there are heaps out there going second hand, but at this stage I've not got enough knowledge to know if they are a good price or not.

Thanks.

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    It really depends on your budget. I personally have a Hobie Revolution - and I've found it to be worth every cent. I've only fished out of a conventional (non-pedal driven) kayak a couple of times, and I found it to be painful to say the least.

    If your budget can stretch to buying a Hobie, you won't regret it. There's basically two "standard" models to look at - either the Outback or the Revolution. Basically the Outback is wider/more stable and has more room for extras - and the Revolution is quicker and easier to cut through the water. It depends on the areas you're likely to be fishing with them as to which one you go with. I wish I had an Outback for a bit more space, but overall I'm happy with the revo. If you're likely to add an electric motor, I'd be leaning toward the outback…. But I'd check out nearby dealers and try to get out on a demo day and see what works best for you.

    Stepping up from these, there's a pro-angler which is more like a single man boat than a kayak. I've got a friend with one which is fitted with a fancy electric motor, and it's a great rig - but pretty costly once it's completely fitted out.

    • The Hobie series look great, but its way outside of what I would be allowed to spend.

    • There's a new Hobie on the block - Compass.

      Looks like something worth considering if budget allows.

    • Thanks and the prices look great. Have you any experience with these and are their "current" specials really a special?

      • No idea! My brother in law is a mad fisherman and he is looking to buy a new kayak, and trying to persuade me to buy one. I believe he was recommended the store by one of his fishing mates. The reviews look quite good on productreview - https://www.productreview.com.au/p/kayaks2fish.html

        Let me know if you want me to try to find out more info.

        Cheers

        • Thanks Stix, if you can get more info that would be much appreciated.

        • @misa: Just flicked him a text.

          His mate had bought one and is happy with it. It looks like they are made in China (along with similar yaks) so perhaps they are generic clones and rebranded or made specifically for Kayaks2fish. In any case, the RRP is probably inflated but nevertheless, the pricing is good.

        • @Stix:

          Thanks. Checked out all of the reviews and the general consensus is they are not bad and priced fairly.

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