Looking for a yak

[reservoir dog]

Just like most things we purchase it all comes down to budget. Hobies are great if you've got a Hobie budget. Checkout Malibu Kayaks, they're not as expensive and offer a few fishing platforms. Another good place to buy would be Kayak City, they're located up in Sacramento with a good selection to choose from. BassPro seems to have some nice kayaks but I don't know the quality of them since I haven't met anyone who had one. Then there's always Craigslist where you can find some deals. Take your time and sample a few before making your decision since there are a lot of factors to consider like weight, length, tracking, storage and whether or not if it can accommodate your accessories. Post up a pic when you get your yak, good luck!

[Fernando]

I have a wilderness systems tarpon 160 with accessories and stuff, PM me... :)

[NeKro]

Anyone have any input on a 2013 ocean kayak trident 13?

[NeKro]

He's asking $1400 but obviously I want to haggle him down. Includes:

• Humminbird 597ci hd fish finder with GPS (

• Humminbird scupper transducer fitted in scupper hole (the setup has not been glued, drilled or gooped)


• Marine grade 2-pin power adaptor installed in sonar shield wall (this can be used to power lights, fish finder, etc.)

• 12V 10AMP GPS rechargeable battery (includes 1AMP recharger)


• Full length anchor trolley with quick release stainless steel cabineer and nylon o-ring for stakeout poles (installed on left side)


• 3 lb. folding claw anchor and stow bag with 50 ft. of green paracord


• 2 16-inch Geartrac GTSL90 Composit Track Systems installed on both sides of kayak


• 1 Zooka Tube Rod Holder by YakAttack with track/rail mounting kit


• 1 Scotty Baitcaster/Spinning Rod Holder 280 with Scotty GearHead Track Adaptor 438


• 1 Canon Rod Holder (comes with two 8-inch extension posts)
[Original Price = $23]

• 1 black Plano 1612 marine grade box (custom fit with black 3 Tube Rod Holder - fits perfectly in tank well behind seat)


• 1 Werner Tybee FG 2-piece straight shaft paddle (Yellow)


• 1 NRS Chinook Mesh Back PFD (Orange, Large/Medium)


• 1 Scotty Cup Holder 311


• 1 C.O.D. Coil Style Paddle leash


Its a bit high for my price range at $1400 but i want to try to lower him down since ill maybe be using it once or twice a month in the ocean/lake. But also looking in the future i would mind spending a little more money now and keep it for a long time than getting a so so yak and upgrading it and than down the line getting a better yak... any advise would be greatly appreciated. I really want to get a yak and start hitting the open water more often.

[Cadillyak]

Prob too late but that deal seems pretty good as long as the yak is in good condition. I outfitted my PA, and let's just say accesorizing costs bucu dollers. Certain things costs more than others. The FF is of good quality. Paddle seems good. Hit me up u have any more questions.

[midgettosser1]

Great kayak, similar to my Prowler 13T which I love.
But for that kinda money, I'd recommend trying to find a used Hobie Outback or Revo. It will make your fishing experience much more enjoyable.
I dont have one personally, but if I was to dish out over $1k on a used kayak, it would be a Hobie. Those are pretty much the only used kayaks that would be worth that kinda money, IMO.

[fishinone]

NeKro,

I've fished from standard yaks and from Hobies. The pedals make life much easier. Native Kayak makes some pedal kayaks too.

You might want to try them out before you decide.

[Cadillyak]

The above are right. The deal is good, but for that kind of scratch u can get a really nice outback and be set. U can always outfit later, but a good foundation is paramount.

[Fishermen2Fisherofmen]

Hi Nekro.
Same as you checked out amap for what i should get. I live in aliso viejo (so cal)
i'm charging 900 total for 'ocean kayak prowler 15' as 15 ft is considered stable; with seat, paddle, pfd to have it be usable on ocean.
i can only barter for $800 just for kayak and paddle if you like. All is red to be visible on ocean for safety. Used only 3 times in ocean.
i didn't get one used d/t worry of condition, and while researching enhancements, it takes a lot of trial/error to master, so i didn't want to risk damage or gain it.
if you want, pls pm or message my email (ashiivc@gmail.com)