5 Fishing Kayaks Under $500 : Part 1 of 2

So one of the most frequently asked question on our channel is which kayak I would recommend for someone looking to spend $500 or less. I honestly don't sell many kayaks under $500 that are suitable for an average sided adult to fish from. Our Fishing Yaks all start at around $600 and go up from there. We focus our attention on being someones second kayak shop. We stock boats that are more feature rich, more specific for paddlers needs, and in general much better quality. With that said there are a lot of folks who just want to get off the bank and onto the water, so I wanted to take some time to educate myself on whats available in our local market, and then get them on the water to give you guys my honest feedback. So this is part 1 of 2 and in a few weeks I will have had the time to get them all on the water and test each one. At that point I'll share my honest review for each of them and score them on a 1-10 scale in these different areas. Stability: Speed: Weight: Durability: Quality: Value: Fishability: So be sure to subscribe and follow along as we put these basic kayaks through their paces. I'm sure this video, and your comments will inspire a whole new series of fun video projects! Thanks for watching and Happy Paddlin! ========================================= Thank for for joining us today Please do not forget to subscribe and drop us a like! ========================================= For more information head over to http://www.headwaterskayak.com/index.html Or call us at (209) 224-8367 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/headwaterskayak/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/headwaterskayak/?hl=en =========================================

5 Fishing Kayaks Under $500 : Part 1 of 2 sentiment_very_dissatisfied 41

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So one of the most frequently asked question on our channel is which kayak I would recommend for someone looking to spend $500 or less. I honestly don't sell many kayaks under $500 that are suitable for an average sided adult to fish from. Our Fishing Yaks all start at around $600 and go up from there. We focus our attention on being someones second kayak shop. We stock boats that are more feature rich, more specific for paddlers needs, and in general much better quality. With that said there are a lot of folks who just want to get off the bank and onto the water, so I wanted to take some time to educate myself on whats available in our local market, and then get them on the water to give you guys my honest feedback. So this is part 1 of 2 and in a few weeks I will have had the time to get them all on the water and test each one. At that point I'll share my honest review for each of them and score them on a 1-10 scale in these different areas. Stability: Speed: Weight: Durability: Quality: Value: Fishability: So be sure to subscribe and follow along as we put these basic kayaks through their paces. I'm sure this video, and your comments will inspire a whole new series of fun video projects! Thanks for watching and Happy Paddlin! ========================================= Thank for for joining us today Please do not forget to subscribe and drop us a like! ========================================= For more information head over to http://www.headwaterskayak.com/index.html Or call us at (209) 224-8367 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/headwaterskayak/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/headwaterskayak/?hl=en =========================================

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for 5 Fishing Kayaks Under $500 : Part 1 of 2

Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
TitanBeats
TitanBeats - 6 years ago
when your watching kayaks under 500 but you cant even make 50$
Chopper Paul
Chopper Paul - 6 years ago
The eagle run is a complete sad joke...when you strapped it down and the bottom just collapsed...it will do that on the water, as well, with every hard stroke, it will flex and absorb your energy as well as slow the boat. Eventually, the two super slim (and therefore completely pointless) reinforcement ridges down the bottom of the boat, will near simultaneously crack, just under the seat, from all that flexing where THEY are the only rigid structure, and halfway between nowhere and anywhere else, your boat will fill with water. But don't worry, your emergency gorilla tape you bring for just such events, wont adhere long enough to save your bacon, because the boat has a weird texturing that takes polyethylene that is ALREADY resistant to adhesion of anything but more polyethylene (who carries a torch and consumables with them) and makes any hope of a hobble-home repair hopeless...find a bank, hope you brought good walking sneakers, because the boat might as well stay among the endless sea of plastic bottles, as it sure isn't worth any more than them, and certainly not worth dragging through miles of cornfield to a main road, on a 100 degree day! (My poor worms!) My wife has the Eagle Talon, which must be made for Dicks by a completely different manufacturer, as it's help up for several years now. Low flex, makes a bunch of racket in chop but she loves it...it's yellow a lemon so I installed one of my john Deere gator seats one day for giggles because it was both nearly the same yellow, and the wife said the only thing she detested about that boat was it's joke of a seat, but it was a bad move...when I went to take it back out the wife said, "un-uh...it stays!" I had to go on ebay and buy my gator another seat! I had to see if she had maybe just gotten a little too wined-over that day, or if there was something to it...took it out one day. Holy smoke is that comfy! I want to put one in my native titan now! Even has a drain-hole in the middle!
Ken Bolia
Ken Bolia - 6 years ago
Thanks for all the good info. As a noob I really appreciated this two-parter comparison, especially as it’s coming from experience. I’d say you were almost comparing boats in different tiers considering some were double the cost, but then I get that you were covering all of the budget end of the spectrum, and covering the boats you knew to have wide interest. Still, perhaps in the future you’d consider breaking your comparisons into three tiers such as $350, $650, and $1000. I imagine a lot of people will limit themselves to that lowest tier, even if they can afford more, at least until they find out if it’s going to be their thing. These “shootout” vids look like they’re getting lots of views, so that’s a plus. Now I’m wondering how the Lifetime Weber/Emotion Stealth 11 (or 10) would have fared against the similar price point Perception Pescador in your opinion.
Cast a Couple
Cast a Couple - 6 years ago
People hate on dicks way too much Walmart stop selling guns and ammunition to people under 21 and removed ar15s in 2015 I don’t hear I cry baby’s saying I’m not shopping at Walmart. People have different views on guns just accept it. Just like they have to accept the 2nd amendment isn’t going anywhere..
pepepepert
pepepepert - 6 years ago
I would have gone with the old town vapor. I love mine.
bean9425
bean9425 - 6 years ago
What kind of yak was the black and green one in the back and how much is it
Flawless T.V
Flawless T.V - 6 years ago
Damn my grandma lived in Lodi and I used to kayak in Lodi lake all the time!!! Funny how small the world is
Hoppy_28 Jhop
Hoppy_28 Jhop - 6 years ago
Why didn’t u go to academy they have a really decent selection especially compared to what u saw today
Hoppy_28 Jhop
Hoppy_28 Jhop - 6 years ago
Headwaters Kayak I live in South Carolina
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Hoppy_28 Jhop no Academy’s on the West Coast.

10. comment for 5 Fishing Kayaks Under $500 : Part 1 of 2

TINYGUY 123
TINYGUY 123 - 6 years ago
How can i contact u??
Sirus Baca
Sirus Baca - 6 years ago
Sirus Baca
Sirus Baca - 6 years ago
Ruben Rivera
Ruben Rivera - 6 years ago
I would like to see you do review on the vibe skipjack 90 if you have not already.
AbbyLuvsPerry
AbbyLuvsPerry - 6 years ago
I'm a little curious about old towns. What is your opinion on them? I'm looking st the old town loon 120.
Paul Grayson
Paul Grayson - 6 years ago
Dan when’s part two coming.... there’s just so much suspense!
Frank Orozco
Frank Orozco - 6 years ago
Good video but I was not able to find part 2, has that been made or in the works?
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Just posted it now!
Jerrett W
Jerrett W - 6 years ago
Part 2?
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Jerrett W Tuesday!
George F. Potstada  III
George F. Potstada III - 6 years ago
Where's Part 2? I'm dying here!!!!!!!!!!!............LOL!
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
George F. Potstada III Tuesday!
ruben berroa
ruben berroa - 6 years ago
When’s part 2 comin out
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
ruben berroa Tuesday!

20. comment for 5 Fishing Kayaks Under $500 : Part 1 of 2

xxaguyxx
xxaguyxx - 6 years ago
Where is part 2?
Wesley Colston
Wesley Colston - 6 years ago
That same Pelican you bought from Costco is on the Costco Website for $899.99
Ira Cohen
Ira Cohen - 6 years ago
Dan, what happened to part 2? Also, how stable can a 10 footer be for a larger gay?
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Ira Cohen I was on the water with them all day yesterday demoing and filming. Weeding through 3 hours of footage and I hope to get it up for you guys soon.
David Harms
David Harms - 6 years ago
Great info, any updates on when Part 2 will be ready?
bhumanecate
bhumanecate - 6 years ago
Have you done the water review yet of these? I like that one from Walmart!
Kevin Wright
Kevin Wright - 6 years ago
Any thoughts on the Perfection Pescador Pro 10.0 sit-on kayaks?
aaronsytchannel
aaronsytchannel - 6 years ago
Can’t wait for part 2!!
Zulkisli BIN Haron
Zulkisli BIN Haron - 6 years ago
awesome Nice Video
cheap N good Quality
thechosendude
thechosendude - 6 years ago
Great video, I'm definitely subscribing for Part 2!

Dick's had the F&S Eagle Run on sale yesterday for $399 (free store pickup); I was half tempted to buy one just to loan to friends to come try kayaking with us. Of course when I checked back today it was back up to $550. Agree with your sentiments about the Pelican's molding - even their "expensive" ones feel lacking in density/thickness, and lots of reviews about cracking hulls.
Adrian Hopkins
Adrian Hopkins - 6 years ago
Pretty honorable of you to do a vid on kayaks that you don’t sell in your own shop. Very helpful for a newb like me

30. comment for 5 Fishing Kayaks Under $500 : Part 1 of 2

AquaSooner
AquaSooner - 6 years ago
You’re very informative! Love the kayak reviews. I have a cheap sit on yak and would love to be able upgrade someday. Your information will help me make a better educated decision. Thanks!
The Prepared Wanderer
The Prepared Wanderer - 6 years ago
I have the eagle run and its a great boat for the price.
Karl Meyer
Karl Meyer - 6 years ago
I got the Perception Swifty during the Dick's Summer Boat Sale...it was on sale for 250 and I found an additional 20% off for ordering online and picking up in store. Got the boat for about 200 bux and love it. I think the flushmounts could be better and am going to hopefully fix that, but it's a comfy boat to fish in.
Andrea Bailey
Andrea Bailey - 6 years ago
Thank you so much for your review. I want to get a kayak. Love floating in my brother's kayak. I will hit you up when I am ready to buy
Andrea Bailey
Andrea Bailey - 6 years ago
Wal-Mart is the death star of small business. I do not shop at Wal-Mart either for that reason
Ron Lee
Ron Lee - 6 years ago
kayaks are a flash in the pan
Phil Shifley
Phil Shifley - 6 years ago
Too bad the Walmart you went to did not carry the Ozark Trail Angler 12 that retails for $397 . It's a rebadged Sun Dolphin Boss 12 SS , looks like that version is sold at Amazon and other vendors and Sun Dolphin Kingsport 12 which I think may be only sold at Dunham sports. The version at Dunham does not have as many "features" as the version sold at Walmart such as it is missing one rod holder and missing one storage area but retail price is more. It looks like very few Walmarts carry it,, I've been keeping an eye out for local store to get some in for a buddy of mine:
https://brickseek.com/walmart-inventory-checker/?sku=56222861
Millers Landing
Millers Landing - 6 years ago
Dang!
Joshua Thibodeaux
Joshua Thibodeaux - 6 years ago
Where did you get a Bonafide in green and black?
Joshua Thibodeaux
Joshua Thibodeaux - 6 years ago
Nice I like it
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
It was a custom one off they did as a fund raiser. One of our customers won it, so he had it shipped here.
Patasaurus Rex
Patasaurus Rex - 6 years ago
Looking forward to part 2. Subbed and notifications turned on.
Taurine x
Taurine x - 6 years ago
You keep saying to buy a new paddle but what kind do I get? I’m looking into buying my first kayak for fishing:
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Taurine x I’m a fan of Aquabound Paddles. Manta Ray Hybrid is a perfect first paddle. Light durable and fairly affordable.
Tanner Wood
Tanner Wood - 6 years ago
Can do a review of the sun dolphin journey ss 10'
Christopher Rozek
Christopher Rozek - 6 years ago
Is the tamarack angler 120 any good ?
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Christopher Rozek for how cheap it is yes. Get the Costco stadium seat and you have a solid basic setup. The paddle that comes with it is terrible. Beyond terrible so upgrade right away.
tim farris
tim farris - 6 years ago
Im a big guy and the future beach sit in or sit on very stable best boat for money also own jackson kayaks more money great boats but for money future beach
Gary pic
Gary pic - 6 years ago
When the part 2 coming out can't wait.
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Working on it this week. No promises, I'm stretched pretty thin at the moment. Excited for this one too. I think people are going to be fired up!
Binh Bentsen
Binh Bentsen - 6 years ago
Get dagger kayak there first company that start percention and wildness kayaks ok
Anthony Maceroli
Anthony Maceroli - 6 years ago
I really enjoy your videos. They are engaging and packed with information. You obviously have a great deal of experience and expertise, but you don't beat us over the head with it in your videos! I am a retired executive, and now I volunteer with SCORE to mentor small businesses. I believe your strategy for making this video is sound, and it will definitely benefit you in the near term as well. Well done! I live in NJ, and I recently got a place in Georgia. I love to fish, so I've been looking for a kayak to fish the rivers and lakes around Atlanta. Your videos have been extremely helpful. Wondering what you think of the Pelican Catch 100? I like the Big Fish 105, but a little too heavy for me now. Also considering the NuCanoe Flint, but i'd like to stay under $1000 for boat, paddle , and vest.
Anthony Maceroli
Anthony Maceroli - 6 years ago
You're welcome. Looking forward to Part 2 of this video.
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
First off thank you so much for the complement. I'm glad you find the videos helpful. I've heard good things about the Catch, but I have yet to see one in person. Seems like a stable lighter option. They are just very expensive to ship to CA so we don't see them much out here.
01silver auto
01silver auto - 6 years ago
Ok the pelicans are actually pretty good I have the odyssey 100x platinum
Hands on Hobbies
Hands on Hobbies - 6 years ago
Would really be interested in a review about the sun dolphin boss 12 . Really interested in getting one because the ability to stand up and fish. Really like the seat and it’s ability to raise it up. I’ve looked at the ascend 10t/12t but really don’t like the fact that the seat only goes back and forth .
Hands on Hobbies
Hands on Hobbies - 6 years ago
Headwaters Kayak the boss 12/ Ozark trail pro angler is actually made from a different plastic then the standard sun dolphins.
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Hands on Hobbies I tend to shy away from Sun Dolphin. I bought one to review and it was warped and dented during the very first paddle. The plastic they use is so thin and cheap. It’s hard for me to take them serious.
npcusmano
npcusmano - 6 years ago
I've done no fishing in over 40 years and none from a kayak so I'm really looking forward to part 2. I bought an Eagle early last summer, haven't fished it yet but have spent quite a bit of time exploring tributaries at the headwaters of the Chesapeake. I wanted to get comfy with the boat before adding the variables of fishing from it. It's a really stable boat, tracks well even in a cross-current, wind and a chop heavy enough to wash over the bow. THAT was an interesting afternoon for an old guy who hasn't been in a kayak in over 30 years! I've taken it across the Chester River where it's over a mile wide (see above about the chop) and about 8 miles upriver to where I ran out of water or got blocked by downed trees. I've also had it up a bunch of tributaries along the Bohemia and Elk rivers, where I found it's pretty easy to get around and several crossings of the Bohemia where it flows into the Elk, again 1 to 1.5 miles wide with a good cross wind and flowing tide. Admittedly, I have nothing to compare it to, but I found it to be fairly comfy, even after being in it for several hours. What I'd really like to know is how easy the thing is to fish from and whatever else you find that I should be watching for when fishing from it. Thanks for the vids!

50. comment for 5 Fishing Kayaks Under $500 : Part 1 of 2

Ed Forbes
Ed Forbes - 6 years ago
Great job! If I wasn’t on the other side of the country I’d be a headwaters customer for sure!
Ronnie Winstead
Ronnie Winstead - 6 years ago
I have a future beach the one you looked at wasn't a fishing one but mine is they are always on sale for around $200 mine works good in slow moving water and ponds
Jacob Faber
Jacob Faber - 6 years ago
Thanks for taking your time and money to do this. I am looking forward to your on the water review.
Steven Martin
Steven Martin - 6 years ago
when will part 2 be out?
Fishing w/ D Lo
Fishing w/ D Lo - 6 years ago
SOB!!! That blue Tamarack was awesome! I have the dark green one with twist lock hatches.
Michael
Michael - 6 years ago
Don’t ever buy the eagle talon it’s dog sh*t for fishing
ROBERT Bogin
ROBERT Bogin - 6 years ago
I don’t have a pony in this race Dan but still interesting too watch!!! The only place I will get a kayak from is Headwaters Kayak!! But obviously for people who can’t afford a more expensive boat or it’s to far to Lodi, this will be great for them.
TheQuite1walksalone
TheQuite1walksalone - 6 years ago
+Headwaters Kayak, Great Video! So glad to see you understand the time honored principals, ( never compete always create & the more you serve others, the more you serve yourself) looking forward to future videos!
PS, Don't forget about the 80/20 principal!
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emtp 101
emtp 101 - 6 years ago
Great video, not sure if you have an Academy sports and outdoor store there but if you do they have a Perception Pecasdor 12' kayak that comes with a vest and paddle for $399. Regular price on the Pescador is $549. I've owned this kayak and it is a great kayak for the price, made by wilderness system and uses the older Tarpon hull design. If you haven't checked it out please do so. Again great video and keep them coming.
Delta Striper Slayer
Delta Striper Slayer - 6 years ago
Why would someone down vote this video ..smh good stuff dan
Reel Kayaking
Reel Kayaking - 6 years ago
Out of the kayaks that you purchased you should show how to build a sit inside kayak for fishing. Like super tricked out budget build. I had to build my own stuff that so far has worked really well just because there isn’t a huge selection of accessories.
R&J Outdoors
R&J Outdoors - 6 years ago
My first kayak ever last year was a Perception Hook Angler 10.5 great starter boat but I have since upgraded to 3 Waters. The Hook Angler is great for my wife or buddy who wants to tag along time to time
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
R&J Outdoors nice. Love the 3 waters stuff. The new 10.5 for $799 is absolutely killing it for us. Lots of people upgrading.
Tiburon JF
Tiburon JF - 6 years ago
We have the perception swifty 9.5.. nice little kayak.
Redakz
Redakz - 6 years ago
In Canada to get one under 500$ without sacrificing quality, you best just wait for a sale at SAIL or crappy tire
AK BorealisDev Stringer Designs
AK BorealisDev Stringer Designs - 6 years ago
Dicks is anti-2nd amendment. I will never shop there.
RanochVTX
RanochVTX - 6 years ago
We dont need you there anyways lmfao. Bye felicia.
johnydecali
johnydecali - 6 years ago
California is Anti Gun, Anti LEO, and a Sanctuary State, but I still live in it....why am I still here in the Bay where rent for a ROOM cost about $1,300?!? smh...........I guess I'm here for the opportunities... and keeping up with the Jones.
Cast a Couple
Cast a Couple - 6 years ago
the reason i was saying anything is because dicks still sells guns and ammo they just removed the ar15 and everyone is always bashing dicks its annoying
Cast a Couple
Cast a Couple - 6 years ago
walmart stop selling AR-15s back in 2015 and they also stop selling guns and ammo to people under 21 after a school shooting. and everyone shops at walmart...
Cast a Couple
Cast a Couple - 6 years ago
AK BorealisDev Stringer Designs I’m sure there’s a bunch of places you shop at that don’t support guns..
Truth Recon
Truth Recon - 6 years ago
+1
Blake Ruitenschild
Blake Ruitenschild - 6 years ago
I am pro gun and the dicks by me is still selling guns and mostly ammunition but I agree with you that they are anti-2nd amendment.
npcusmano
npcusmano - 6 years ago
I won't shop there again either, for the same reason.
Craig Myers
Craig Myers - 6 years ago
We picked up our first kayaks this spring and went with two Perception Prescador 10 at Dunham's sports for $379 each on a watersport sale they had going in. Really like it so far but haven't fished in it yet.
Rex Clair
Rex Clair - 6 years ago
What is your opinion on the Perception Pescador 10 and 10 Pro? I was going to go the sub $500 route, but figured I could swing the extra $200. I want to mostly go on reservoir lakes and some calm coastal waters.
Rex Clair
Rex Clair - 6 years ago
Thank you, that does help!
Tim Iacono
Tim Iacono - 6 years ago
Rex Clair I was having this same debate and am going with the Pescador 10 to save money and for a built-in seat. The Pro has a seat held down by bungees. It looks amazingly comfortable, but I also enjoy getting on the river and worry it will be an issue with class 2 rapids. In addition, I stick to more shallow waters so I won't need a depth or fish finder. The Pro has a cool "glove box" to mount your finder, house your batteries, and run wires out the back and down an additional scupper hole with a molded out spot for the transponder - very cool. Hope this info helps!
Patrick McNulty
Patrick McNulty - 6 years ago
I really appreciate you investing the time and money to do this. I look forward to part two.
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Harry Stoner
Harry Stoner - 6 years ago
I picked up your Vibe SkipJack 90 for under $500 (not including tax). How would that compare to the ones you showcased here (not having tried them out).
J Stein
J Stein - 6 years ago
Harry Stoner I second the Sj90. Four rod holders, super stable,
Glenn Hartley
Glenn Hartley - 6 years ago
Hahaa the Death Star of small businesses. I agree
Caleb Shanks
Caleb Shanks - 6 years ago
Look up a 3rd coast Avalon 120 they go for 447 at walmart nicer than anyone you bought
BarbedStar
BarbedStar - 6 years ago
Caleb Shanks I just bought the 3rd Coast Avalon 100 - 10'. Walmart had two left, reg. $529 +/- ?, on sale for just under $400. 30" wide, 50#, sit in with 2 hatches w/socks. Got on internet and found a solid 4.6 rating...good enough for me! As a 70 yr old, gramma, I wanted something quick to throw in the p. u. You Tube has great sites to help me modify it for fishing bass and crappie. Home Depot and Sportman's Warehouse have all the stuff to do it. Looking forward to part 2 in just a few minutes. Thanks.
Ronnie Winstead
Ronnie Winstead - 6 years ago
my brother has one of them he loves it I don't doesn't track well and the rod mount is to far away
Caleb Shanks
Caleb Shanks - 6 years ago
No problem just wanted to put that out there I guess it just depends were we live.
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Caleb Shanks I kinda wanted to just buy what was local to me. I’m sure if I shopped around online. Drop a link in the comments to help others out. Thanks man.
jayrough
jayrough - 6 years ago
New subscriber here! Love this video does your shop shop to Massachusetts?
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
jayrough thanks for the Sub! Welcome to our channel. No we don’t ship kayaks we do ship some gear, hats and apparel.
Kirk Donaldson
Kirk Donaldson - 6 years ago
(~):-)
ST Richards
ST Richards - 6 years ago
So what happened with the sit-on? $549 but you mentioned getting 15% off one of the Dick’s boats. That 15%off should have put that sit-on in the budget. Was there another reason why you left it in the store?

Thx for the vid.
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
ST Richards i liked the looks of the sit in more and I’ve heard great things about how it paddles.
Greg Jackson
Greg Jackson - 6 years ago
Cool project testing the various rigs. Our local Walmart doesn't carry kayaks, and is geared more for the regular fishing crowd as far as accessories. I was recently at a Sam's (45 miles away), and they had some Lifetime rigs.

Academy is the closest sporting store, also 45-50 miles, and they carry Perceptions, Pelicans, and a couple of other makes. Bought my 11 yr old grandson's Pelican Apex10 Angler there, and it's fine for him now, and we'll upgrade to something better probably next year if he sticks with the interest.

Wish we had a dedicated kayaking store such as yours locally (northwestern Ky). I'm a Lure 11.5 owner, and ord'd it from Hook1 in Tenn.

Looking fwd to the upcoming reviews.
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Greg Jackson thanks for the comment. I wish there were more stores like our out there too. Always happy to answer questions for you if you need some advice.
Michael Himes
Michael Himes - 6 years ago
These videos are the best. The under 1000$ one is what help decide on the yellowfin 100. Took it out to Lodi Lake for the first time Wednesday and it was awesome! It’s my first kayak and loving. Thanks for great informative videos!
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Michael Himes that’s why we do it! Love hearing that feedback! Enjoy your new yak man. And come paddle with us on Wednesday’s for our Sunset Social Paddle. Always free if you have your own yak
j rarrieck
j rarrieck - 6 years ago
I bought my wife the perception pescador pro 10ft. Stability right out of the gate, her first time on the water she never felt wobbly once. Its the same as the regular basically but with a stadium seat, its a solid kayak for anyone on a budget. Made by confluence same as wilderness systems. Very good buy for anyone under 275 lbs
Plagwez
Plagwez - 6 years ago
I've been waiting for this video!
Thanks!
Joshua Leitzke
Joshua Leitzke - 6 years ago
Hello, I am very very interested in the tamarack you ended up buying. I really like that color scheme on it, but cannot find it anywhere. I am interested in the videos you have upcoming for mods. What all do you have planned for it?
the kid billy
the kid billy - 6 years ago
please make some video on the mod if u do do some mod on the tamarak kayak
Charles Gholson
Charles Gholson - 6 years ago
I have a Perception Sound 10.5 sit in that you can get on sale for $400. Overall a solid boat. I chopped the bottom off of the molded in rod holders so my rods would actually somewhat work in there but I mostly just use the crate rod holders. The molded in dash fits two Scotty or Cannon bases but the dash definitely flexes a lot when big fish hit while trolling. There is also a built spot for two screwball mounts. Unfortunately the bottom of the boat warped a little bit in front of the seat, and I can't get it to pop back out even when I leave it in the sun with pressure pushing it back out. I definitely appreciated the top 10 kayaks under $1000 video for when I upgrade!
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Charles Gholson dude this is great real world feedback. Thanks for being a part of the Headwaters community.
Stephen Lukovich
Stephen Lukovich - 6 years ago
Then in the very next video after the review video you have fun taking them all back. Lol
Simple Living
Simple Living - 6 years ago
Darn I really wanted to hear you talk about the eagle talon. Pros/cons... I have seen them down hear in Florida for 350-400$ range.
Tvby
Tvby - 6 years ago
My2ctsWorth lol i had to get mine full price
Don Juan
Don Juan - 6 years ago
Dan that's awesome you went out and looked at other store's kayaks not many business owners would go out and do something like that it truly shows you care about the customer
Kieran Donnelly
Kieran Donnelly - 6 years ago
Lifetime tamarack angler $300 thing is a great cheap fishing kayak
Jeffrey Cambeis
Jeffrey Cambeis - 6 years ago
I have a Lifetime Tamarack I got from Walmart for under $200. It is decent for fishing but tracks like poop.
kyle lovett
kyle lovett - 6 years ago
So from what I’ve found the field and stream kayaks are made by feelfree with lower grade plastic. They tried to make a more budget boat and used mdpe instead of hdpe. That’s why you get the flex in the hull. Look up feelfree in the UK. The talon is called the fish n tour and the eagle run is called the Windermere. Great budget kayaks. I’ve owned them both.
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
kyle lovett sweet! Thanks for adding your knowledge and experience.
Hollywood417
Hollywood417 - 6 years ago
Just saw a new Ozark Trail angler sit on top for $400 at my local Walmart.
Hollywood417
Hollywood417 - 6 years ago
Headwaters Kayak you're probably correct about the plastic. It looks like a re branded sun dolphin boss 12 ss for less money.
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Hollywood417 didnt have that at or Walmart. Would have liked to try it. If it’s the same plastic as the other Sun Dolphins I wouldn’t recommend it. The 8’ I bought for another video dented and warped so bad with only one trip.
John Taylor
John Taylor - 6 years ago
Great video. Can't wait to see how that do.
California Bassin TV
California Bassin TV - 6 years ago
Can’t wait to see what you do to the Tamarack
Joshua Leitzke
Joshua Leitzke - 6 years ago
Headwaters, when do you plan to do the build series on the lifetime?
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
California Bassin TV I’ve already bought so many sick upgrades. I’m actually really fired up about that video series.
Heath Barkley
Heath Barkley - 6 years ago
Is that a custom color on that SS127?
daniel gallagher
daniel gallagher - 6 years ago
Heath Barkley the color of that ss127 is nice as hell. Nicest color scheme I've seen on a boat. Solid black and bright green with minimal fading. I want!!
Heath Barkley
Heath Barkley - 6 years ago
Headwaters Kayak it looks a lot nicer than their solid colors.
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Heath Barkley yes sir. It’s for our Local Heroes on the Water chapter.
Jason S
Jason S - 6 years ago
Its cool that your doing this video for people even though you had to go and purchase the kayaks from other stores to make it. Big props for that.
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Jason S I figure if we can be a good source of info when people are just getting started, they will remember us when it comes time to upgrade.
Canna_Cross Breeder
Canna_Cross Breeder - 6 years ago
Do I foresee a kayak giveaway or raffle in the future .
Canna_Cross Breeder
Canna_Cross Breeder - 6 years ago
Headwaters Kayak I will definitely be entered when you have it
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
Canna_Cross Breeder haha. My plan is to auction them off and have all the funds go to support kayak club programs at our local elementary schools.
traditionallytwisted
traditionallytwisted - 6 years ago
If you need a 400 pound guy to test that weight capacity, let me know! I've always wanted to get into kayaking for weight loss and health but it's been cost prohibitive at my size.
Christopher Peek
Christopher Peek - 6 years ago
Fat guy in little kayak
Adrian Hopkins
Adrian Hopkins - 6 years ago
I’m 350 myself. Man it’s hard out here for us big fellas
traditionallytwisted
traditionallytwisted - 6 years ago
Spencer Brown I'll check that out. Good looking out!
Spencer Brown
Spencer Brown - 6 years ago
traditionallytwisted
I'm 380 and I bought the Sea Ghost 130. I bought it because they claim 550lb and based on dimensions it should have a huge amount of bouyancy. There is still plenty of freeboard when I sit in it. The seat is wide and comfortable as well. So far I've only taken it on a small river and I love it. In his last video he stated that 550lb was "maybe before it sinks". I think 550 is pretty realistic.
traditionallytwisted
traditionallytwisted - 6 years ago
Headwaters Kayak tell me when to be there. I have Mondays off. You're only a few hours away.
Headwaters Kayak
Headwaters Kayak - 6 years ago
traditionallytwisted yea buddy let’s do it!
Edward Hogsed
Edward Hogsed - 6 years ago
Love your reviews
Edward Hogsed
Edward Hogsed - 6 years ago
Love to see you do a review on high end carbon fiber fishing paddles

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