Daily Archives: January 2, 2010

Kayaks For Sale

Before you go searching for kayaks for sale, there are a few things that you are going to need to think about, in order to make sure that you are happy with the boat after you had sunk down your hard earned money. First, consider thinking about second hand, or used kayaks for sale. These boats, like cars, have already had the initial depreciation cost endured by the original owner, which means that you can save yourself hundreds of dollars, by simply looking for a boat that has been used for a few seasons. Here, along with local kayak rental shops, or kayak fishing shops, are great places to begin looking for used kayaks for sale.

Next, you are going to want to make sure that the boat doesn’t have any visible damage. If you are purchasing from the internet, make sure that the owner either states there is no damage to the boat, or that you can see clear, high resolution pictures, from every angle. This will help you to ensure that the boat you are buying isn’t going to require plastic welding after you get it home. While these types of repairs aren’t super difficult, they take extra time, and the price should reflect it, as well as you understanding what you are buying, before you make the purchase.

You are also going to want to keep an eye out for boats with accessories already installed on them. While some kayak anglers are particular about where their accessories are installed, for the most part, the general install locations that most kayak fishermen use, when they initially rig their boat, will be sufficient for other kayakers as well. Having these accessories installed, before you purchase the boat, goes hand in hand, with the depreciation value already being eaten up by the original owner. They pay the up front cost, and you get to save money, and time, by not having to install them yourself. In order to make the best buying decision when you are looking for kayaks for sale, keep these few things in mind, and you will have a much better time both during, and after the purchase.

Kayak Paddle

Buying the right kayak paddle can mean the difference between a successful kayak fishing trip, and one that goes down in the record books as a day of chaos. There is a huge variety of kayak paddles on the market, and many beginning anglers, even seasoned kayak anglers get confused about the options provided, but as long as you take these few tips into consideration, you will have a much easier time buying your next kayak paddle. First, determine the material, and your budget. This will play a huge role in how comfortable you are while paddling. Next, figure out if you need any extra bends to help cope with paddling all day.

When it comes to selecting which material to buy, your budget plays a huge role. A plastic kayak paddle is the cheapest of the bunch, but unfortunately, is not going to last you very long. Next is the aluminum, and other metal materials. While these are about the beginning of what I would consider a good kayak paddle, they are still incredibly heavy. Their price range is right for most entry level anglers, though, so they make an excellent choice if you are on the fence, about whether or not the sport is right for you.

For those more experienced anglers, or kayakers with a larger budget, you are going to want to consider fiberglass, or even carbon fiber. A carbon fiber kayak paddle is going to run you a substantial amount of money, but the flexibility, as well as the lightweight provides you a very comfortable day of paddling, especially if you are planning longer kayak fishing trips. There are some paddles that have extra bends in them, to allow for more comfort, which if you have aches in your joints, is a good idea to think about buying. As long as you take this into consideration before you drop down your hard earned money, you will be a lot happier with your kayak paddle purchase, than if you were to just buy the first, best looking one that you saw.

Kayak Fishing

When it comes to kayak fishing, there are quite a few benefits, but when most people ask me to name just three, I have to say, that by far, stealth is on top of the list. After the stealth of the kayak has been considered, the next two things that come to mind are the cost of fishing from a kayak, as well as the camaraderie that the kayak fishing community offers. Kayak anglers are a tight knit bunch of people, but you can rest assured, that once you have been accepted in, you are going to be making life long friendships.

The stealth of a fishing kayak is amazing. Until you have been out on the water, and had fish rolling right next to the bow of your boat, or having dolphins swimming next to you, you really don’t understand how quiet these boats are. You are truly able to paddle over the top of schooling fish, and begin ripping lips, without ever disturbing a soul. When it comes to chasing fish that love shallow water, kayaks will get you back into places, stealthily, where big boats just cannot make it. This is by far one of the greatest reasons to get into kayak fishing.

The cost of fishing on a kayak is also another huge benefit. Large stinkpots cost upwards of $30,000 for the conveniently equipped, shallow running boats, whereas, a fishing kayak, that is pedal powered, or even trolling motor powered will run you around $2,000. There are even boats being built that allow you to stand and fish, such as Native Watercraft, and the classic Gheenoe. While the Gheenoe isn’t considered much of a kayak, kayak anglers rave about the boat when they are looking for an alternative to their fishing kayaks. If you had been on the fence, consider these few benefits, and then decide whether or not you think kayak fishing is right for you.