Most recreational kayaks are stable. They tend to be shorter and wider. These are the most popular style of kayaks used for fishing. There are many models to choose from and some are very stable. The wider ones like the Cobra Fish in Dive (FnD), Ocean Kayak Malibu 2 and Drifter, the Wilderness Systems Ride and Pungo are but a few that I'm familar with. The more stability the less speed or some other factor comes into play.
You're never as unsure in a kayak as the first time you're in one. I reccomend to beginners that they ask lots of questions and then see what others are using. There's a reason there are certain models of kayaks being used by kayak fisherman. Its because they do the job. If they didn't you wouldn't see a bunch of guys using them. In other words they've stood the test of time.
There are other important factors as well. YOU. Your height, weight, inseam measurement, general physical condition and the vehicle you plan on using to transport the kayak are important as well. If you're a small man then getting a FnD might be too much kayak for you to move about. Conversely if you're a big guy you have fewer choices. You don't want to get a kayak with a 300 pound capacity when you weight close to that. You want a cushion and the ability to bring some gear.
So do your due diligence but also provide us with more info so we can help with the decision process.
Its a fantastice sport and I've yet to meet anyone who has regretted becoming a participant.
You're never as unsure in a kayak as the first time you're in one. I reccomend to beginners that they ask lots of questions and then see what others are using. There's a reason there are certain models of kayaks being used by kayak fisherman. Its because they do the job. If they didn't you wouldn't see a bunch of guys using them. In other words they've stood the test of time.
There are other important factors as well. YOU. Your height, weight, inseam measurement, general physical condition and the vehicle you plan on using to transport the kayak are important as well. If you're a small man then getting a FnD might be too much kayak for you to move about. Conversely if you're a big guy you have fewer choices. You don't want to get a kayak with a 300 pound capacity when you weight close to that. You want a cushion and the ability to bring some gear.
So do your due diligence but also provide us with more info so we can help with the decision process.
Its a fantastice sport and I've yet to meet anyone who has regretted becoming a participant.
