New to the Site and Sport - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Raskal311 · 01-02-2017, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by HoxFeesh

Hello, and a happy new year to all! I'm new to the site, and I recently decided to give kayaks a go. I'm as wide as I am tall (big guy), so I'm interested in any thoughts on which direction to take (brand, models, etc.). Lakes and saltwater usage would be the plan.

I'm sure this topic has been discussed before, but didn't see anything via a few searches. If any threads come to mind, feel free to shoot them my way. If not, looking forward to any other responses here.

Thanks folks!!

I highly recommend you guy a hobie and I recommend buying used. Right now is a buyers maerkt. Do you have a budget in mind?

Saba Slayer · 01-02-2017, 07:19 AM

Mark Olsen likes to say that kayaks are like shoes...one size doesn't fit all.
Think about the type of fishing (fresh or salt) the type of launch (docks and lakes or Surf launch) your transport vehicle (car, pickup, trailer) and lastly your storage space or lack of.
Get answers to all these questions then go to OEX and try some different manufactures kayaks. OEX not only has Hobie's but they carry just about all the popular manufacturers models. Both their shops are on the water in Mission Bay and Sunset Beach so it's really easy to try a few and see what fits your size and lifestyle.
Good Luck and enjoy, as it's quite an addiction...!

Murray · 01-02-2017, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Raskal311

I highly recommend you guy a hobie and I recommend buying used. Right now is a buyers maerkt. Do you have a budget in mind?

be sure to check out drive thoroughly....if you do not know what to look for, maybe have a dealer check it out before purchase. check rudder as well.

Mahigeer · 01-02-2017, 08:02 AM

Welcome to the site and sport.

Great bunch of guys here.

I have an XFactor for sale if you are interested.

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...+sale%2C+water

I have not tried Craig's list yet to give this site the first chance.

01-02-2017, 07:19 AM	#2
Saba Slayer Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Palos Verdes Posts: 1,848	Try em Mark Olsen likes to say that kayaks are like shoes...one size doesn't fit all. Think about the type of fishing (fresh or salt) the type of launch (docks and lakes or Surf launch) your transport vehicle (car, pickup, trailer) and lastly your storage space or lack of. Get answers to all these questions then go to OEX and try some different manufactures kayaks. OEX not only has Hobie's but they carry just about all the popular manufacturers models. Both their shops are on the water in Mission Bay and Sunset Beach so it's really easy to try a few and see what fits your size and lifestyle. Good Luck and enjoy, as it's quite an addiction...! __________________ Jim / Saba Slayer

01-02-2017, 08:02 AM	#4
Mahigeer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,870	Welcome to the site and sport. Great bunch of guys here. I have an XFactor for sale if you are interested. http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...+sale%2C+water I have not tried Craig's list yet to give this site the first chance.