How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak

Subscribe for FREE FULL EPISODES online on CarbonTV: http://bit.ly/1vfvUJX When getting into kayak fishing, there are a lot of fishing kayaks to choose from. In this episode, Ken Whiting explains how to select the right fishing kayak for your unique needs. For all your kayak fishing needs visit HOOK1 Kayak Fishing http://www.kayakfishinggear.com Book a kayak fishing trip with Jim Sammons: http://www.jimsammons.com Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/KayakFishingTV Follow us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KayakFishingShow Produced by The Heliconia Press http://www.helipress.com LEARN Check out some of our other YouTube channels: Kayak Fishing Tales http://www.youtube.com/user/KayakFishingTales Kayak Bassin TV http://www.youtube.com/kayakbassintv Stand Up Paddling http://www.youtube.com/user/StandUpPaddlingTV Whitewater Kayaking http://www.youtube.com/user/WhitewaterPaddlingTV Canoeing http://www.youtube.com/user/CanoeingTV Recreational Paddling http://www.youtube.com/user/PaddleTV Sea Kayaking http://www.youtube.com/user/SeaKayakingTV SHOP If you're a kayak angler, or looking at getting into kayak fishing, you'll find everything you need at HOOK1 Kayak Fishing Gear at http://www.kayakfishinggear.com. These guys know kayak fishing, offer great prices and provide exceptional customer service. They also ship worldwide. Call them Toll Free: (866) 486-8412, or email Support@KayakFishingGear.com COMMUNICATION Whether you're in a kayak, or a full sized fishing boat, reliable communication is key for staying safe on the water. We've trusted Standard Horizon VHF radios for over a decade, and their HX851 radio is absolutely ideal for kayak anglers. It's waterproof, it floats, and it even has a built-in GPS. See Standard Horizon's radios at http://www.standardhorizon.com/ LINE Simply put, you won't find anything but Seaguar fishing line on our reels. Seaguar is not just the leader in fluorocarbon - Seaguar invented the stuff 40 years ago! And now with the release of Seaguar's new premium Kanzen braid and Senshi monofilament lines, Seaguar has you covered for any type of fishing. Check out all of Seaguar's line options at http://www.seaguar.com PADDLES Handcrafted paddles in Sultan, Washington since 1965, Werner makes some of the lightest and strongest paddles available. These paddles are actually designed to increase power while reducing fatigue. See all the Werner blades at http://www.werner.com PRODUCED BY Heliconia: http://www.helipress.com MUSIC These are the great artists we use in our videos, please check them out! BEN MULLIN www.benmullinmusic.com BROCK ZEMAN www.brockzeman.com, www.myspace.com/mudmusic1899 HAYFLICK LIMIT www.hayflicklimit.org BROTHERS THROUGH THE HILL www.brothersthroughthehill.com ROBERT LARISEY www.myspace.com/robertlarisey

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Subscribe for FREE FULL EPISODES online on CarbonTV: http://bit.ly/1vfvUJX When getting into kayak fishing, there are a lot of fishing kayaks to choose from. In this episode, Ken Whiting explains how to select the right fishing kayak for your unique needs. For all your kayak fishing needs visit HOOK1 Kayak Fishing http://www.kayakfishinggear.com Book a kayak fishing trip with Jim Sammons: http://www.jimsammons.com Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/KayakFishingTV Follow us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KayakFishingShow Produced by The Heliconia Press http://www.helipress.com LEARN Check out some of our other YouTube channels: Kayak Fishing Tales http://www.youtube.com/user/KayakFishingTales Kayak Bassin TV http://www.youtube.com/kayakbassintv Stand Up Paddling http://www.youtube.com/user/StandUpPaddlingTV Whitewater Kayaking http://www.youtube.com/user/WhitewaterPaddlingTV Canoeing http://www.youtube.com/user/CanoeingTV Recreational Paddling http://www.youtube.com/user/PaddleTV Sea Kayaking http://www.youtube.com/user/SeaKayakingTV SHOP If you're a kayak angler, or looking at getting into kayak fishing, you'll find everything you need at HOOK1 Kayak Fishing Gear at http://www.kayakfishinggear.com. These guys know kayak fishing, offer great prices and provide exceptional customer service. They also ship worldwide. Call them Toll Free: (866) 486-8412, or email Support@KayakFishingGear.com COMMUNICATION Whether you're in a kayak, or a full sized fishing boat, reliable communication is key for staying safe on the water. We've trusted Standard Horizon VHF radios for over a decade, and their HX851 radio is absolutely ideal for kayak anglers. It's waterproof, it floats, and it even has a built-in GPS. See Standard Horizon's radios at http://www.standardhorizon.com/ LINE Simply put, you won't find anything but Seaguar fishing line on our reels. Seaguar is not just the leader in fluorocarbon - Seaguar invented the stuff 40 years ago! And now with the release of Seaguar's new premium Kanzen braid and Senshi monofilament lines, Seaguar has you covered for any type of fishing. Check out all of Seaguar's line options at http://www.seaguar.com PADDLES Handcrafted paddles in Sultan, Washington since 1965, Werner makes some of the lightest and strongest paddles available. These paddles are actually designed to increase power while reducing fatigue. See all the Werner blades at http://www.werner.com PRODUCED BY Heliconia: http://www.helipress.com MUSIC These are the great artists we use in our videos, please check them out! BEN MULLIN www.benmullinmusic.com BROCK ZEMAN www.brockzeman.com, www.myspace.com/mudmusic1899 HAYFLICK LIMIT www.hayflicklimit.org BROTHERS THROUGH THE HILL www.brothersthroughthehill.com ROBERT LARISEY www.myspace.com/robertlarisey

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Jen Jeanmard
Jen Jeanmard - 8 years ago
What kind of offshore kayak would you recommend if I want to take my son with me? We fish mostly in the bayous and lakes but occasionally in gulf. He is old enough to sit still but not old enough to really help row. What do you suggest would be the safest for him if we go out in the gulf?
Sovann Levin
Sovann Levin - 10 years ago
What sit on top kayak for fishing would you recommend for a guy on a budget?
Teal Thunder
Teal Thunder - 9 years ago
Cheap sit on top off craigslist and put your own rod holders into it
Dee Xotica
Dee Xotica - 10 years ago
Thanks for the help.
Richard Thaxton
Richard Thaxton - 10 years ago
Gee, does anyone think these guys can present a fair and objective opinion about which is the "best" brand of fishing kayak to purchase?  I think they may have just a tiny little bias, don't you think?
Steven
Steven - 10 years ago
Duck hunting? Need to stay dry.
bassmember876
bassmember876 - 11 years ago
i was looking into sit on top kayaks for fishing and someone told me if u dont have plugs for the holes it will sink can you verify this please?
Daniel Stoner
Daniel Stoner - 11 years ago
Wrong. The only person that doesn't miss a rudder is someone who's never used one.
Carlos Sepulveda
Carlos Sepulveda - 11 years ago
Which one do you recommend to be used in the sea? Gracias
Leafy Greens
Leafy Greens - 11 years ago
Thanks I was clueless when I came and I am now "less clueless" hopefully getting a sit on top for the small creeks here. Thanks.

10. comment for How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak

Igor Solyanov
Igor Solyanov - 11 years ago
Hello! I'm John.I did -35 lbs in 1 week.Open iwondiet.com
On the edge Blades
On the edge Blades - 11 years ago
I've had lots of yaks over the years and finally purchased a Hobie with the drive system if you are looking for a sit on top Hobie is the best kayak on the market hands down they allow you to fight a monster while maintaining you position
arthur8557
arthur8557 - 11 years ago
Native Watercraft Redfish 10 is a good kayak for about $500.
Marcus Sinclair
Marcus Sinclair - 11 years ago
Gr8 advice
shadowsblades
shadowsblades - 11 years ago
Yes, sit on tops in like Florida, but in Minnesota, you need the sit in
megasif
megasif - 11 years ago
Wave Walker.
megasif
megasif - 11 years ago
I do believe for reality fishing, buy a wavewalker, unless you do white water where skills are required, then get a sporty one.
oban jones
oban jones - 12 years ago
i would recommend it if you want a sit on top
xxgg
xxgg - 12 years ago
I am 34 & I can't swim. Maybe I should learn to swim before wanting to even think of buying a fishing kayak.
Carson Tucker
Carson Tucker - 12 years ago
Hey, I need some help picking out a fishing kayak. I'm 14 and my dads budget is $1,000. I want something longer around a 12-14 ft. sot. I live in S.C. so I will be fishing flat's, paddling out baits for sharks as well as trolling the beach.All in all I just want an all around fishing kayak any suggestions?

20. comment for How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak

Marcus Sinclair
Marcus Sinclair - 12 years ago
great vid
nonghi
nonghi - 12 years ago
I'm debating on getting a kayak for fishing in rivers/ lakes. I have no prior experience to kayaking other than rafting. Any tips?
Salty Dog
Salty Dog - 12 years ago
If you really want the ducks guts for fishing offshore, you should check out these South African fibreglass or carbon sit on tops. The Stealth Pro Fisha 575, Stealth Evolution 495, Kaskazi Dorado.
dturner05
dturner05 - 12 years ago
@outdoors52 Check out the Ascends from Bass Pro, they are really good yaks right in your price range.
Flatheadfletch
Flatheadfletch - 12 years ago
Whatever you do. Don't order a kayak from Amazon !!!!!!!!
Flatheadfletch
Flatheadfletch - 12 years ago
If you want the best fishing kayak ? Go look at the Malibu Stealth series. We have two. The Malibu S-14 and Stealth -9. Will be getting a S-12 soon. But do as I did and go to Bass Pro and compare the Ocean Kayak to the Malibu's and you will see theirs no choice to be made !! You will leave with a Malibu. I will put a couple of Video on here soon to help !!!
LOAN SHARKER
LOAN SHARKER - 6 years ago
Flatheadfletch I
kingoftroy05
kingoftroy05 - 12 years ago
HI, I am 6 foot 4 inches tall, weight 190 lbs and am looking for a kayak that I can fish in the pacific ocean (Vancouver, British Columbia) in the summer, and someimtes in the lakes and rivers too! any recomendations
Carlos Riojas
Carlos Riojas - 13 years ago
Can you tell me what kayak is being used in the video between 1:35 and 1:41 in the fast river rapids?
Montez292
Montez292 - 13 years ago
i will be on the texas coast getty fishing.what to you think on top.is the best kayak .im 6 foot 225.no problem for a kayak?
Mark Estes
Mark Estes - 13 years ago
i recommend the trophy 126

30. comment for How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak

jadou88
jadou88 - 13 years ago
@jadou88 O and i am 5"9 and weight about 120 Kg
jadou88
jadou88 - 13 years ago
HI i went to a lake last summer in Canada on my vacation and got hooked to the experience. I live in Lebanon and i am searching for a fun kayak to use on the Mediterranean Sea for some various activity rowing around, taking pictures and some light fishing. i did visit some stores tp purchase some kayaks but they where a bit expensive nothing below 1k, in the brochure ii saw a Cobra Explorer and navigator xf is that kinda kayak good for me or not and what do you recommend to a novice, below 800
KayakFishingTales
KayakFishingTales - 13 years ago
@iamnotatroll1 Ideally... go with the Ocean Kayak Torque, which has a built in Minn Kota motor. This will let you maintain your position in the current without paddling, so that you can focus on fishing. You can also use the Ocean Kayak Trident, and anchor of the stern to hold your position in the current. Just be careful when anchoring in current. We posted a video not long ago about the challenges of doing so. Check it out.
KayakFishingTales
KayakFishingTales - 13 years ago
@jpfromdracut 2 man SOT's are great! They're amazing for taking kids out, and they're even good for taking out and fishing from alone.
KayakFishingTales
KayakFishingTales - 13 years ago
@outdoors52 Rather than looking for a new fishing kayak under $600, I would look for a second hand kayak. You can get a really good second hand kayak for that price. I would try posting that question on the Kayak Bass Fishing website forum.
KayakFishingTales
KayakFishingTales - 13 years ago
@gamergrounds Try the Ocean Kayak Trident 13, or the Ocean Kayak Prowler Big Game. The Big Game is probably the better one for you. It won't win any awards for speed, but the wide platform will make it super stable and you'll even be able to comfortably stand and fish from it.
outdoors52
outdoors52 - 13 years ago
I bass fish in small to medium sized lakes and ponds and i am looking for a good sturdy kayak under $600, any suggestions?
marceloevera2009
marceloevera2009 - 13 years ago
@KayakFishingTales is ocean kayaks as good as wilderness????
Janice L. Green
Janice L. Green - 13 years ago
The drawback to a sit-on-top kayak, is if you flip, your fishing tackle will end up at the bottom of the lake.... The drawback to a sit-in kayak is it is difficult to maneuver, and there is very limited space to carry your gear. I would pick a sit-on-top kayak that has a back hatch large enough you can store your tackle box inside, and purchase knee straps, if you are planning on fishing in the ocean in a SOT, to give you more stability when ocean launching which is when most people flip.
KayakFishingTales
KayakFishingTales - 13 years ago
@neighborator A prowler 11' or 13' would be great for your wife. The 15' would be good for you, although if you loaded it with camp gear (food and water) you'd have a very full load. Check out the Ocean Kayak Big Game Angler. It's wider than the Prowler 15', which will make it more stable for you. The trade off is that it's a little slower than the Prowler.
neighborator
neighborator - 13 years ago
My wife and I are new to kayaking and are looking into a couple sit-on-tops. We will primarily be using them for fishing, touring and some camping on large choppy lakes. Now my question is what kayak would a good choice for us? I’m 6’2”, 305 lbs and my wife is 5’3”, 125 lbs. I thought maybe a 15’ Prowler for me (Would I take in too much water?) and a 13’ Prowler for her. Any advice would be appreciated.
Patrick Lemay
Patrick Lemay - 13 years ago
@markrufino ya if u hav a few grand to throw around...
jorgesgs
jorgesgs - 13 years ago
@markrufino Wrong, Hobbies have a bow that gets under water. I wouldnt get in rough seas in such a vessel. So far the folding french Nautiraid seems the best, but folbot GII and such are good too.
jorgesgs
jorgesgs - 13 years ago
Ok, a vishing Kayak video recorded in a lake... mmmm
harleygrip
harleygrip - 14 years ago
Put the paddle down and fish, get a Hobie fool.
JonFrumTheFirst
JonFrumTheFirst - 14 years ago
He said 'oot' - I call Canadian!
dblitzc
dblitzc - 14 years ago
He's canadian!
Stephen Kozlowski
Stephen Kozlowski - 14 years ago
@wizjuice lap up!!! lol
Jayde Goodon
Jayde Goodon - 14 years ago
can you fish with another person in a 1 man kayak,
bladimir riveron
bladimir riveron - 14 years ago
beutifull. Visited my video

50. comment for How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak

KayakFishingTales
KayakFishingTales - 14 years ago
@superCam25 You can't go wrong with either. It's more a matter of how you'll use it. If you tend to paddle long distances, the speed and tracking of the 15 is nice. With that said, the 13 is still pretty fast and tracks well. We use the 13 more because it's lighter and easier to transport... and we're moving around, unloading, loading, etc, a lot each day.
JimmyFromTheBronx
JimmyFromTheBronx - 14 years ago
Besides the size difference, which would you say is better the prowler trident 15 or 13, or are they about the same.
Kayak Man
Kayak Man - 14 years ago
Hobie plz :)
letmypeoplegosurfing
letmypeoplegosurfing - 14 years ago
Another good one guys!
roughneck10000
roughneck10000 - 14 years ago
Love these videos.
TheSnakeGuy1
TheSnakeGuy1 - 14 years ago
thanks

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