MikeOGNR Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 Hi guys I have a question. If you had to choose between a sit in fishing kayak or a fishing canoe which one would you choose?? Quote
Jim McC Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 Neither. A sit on top kayak is best for fishing. Since you mentioned sit in kayak, I assume you will be fishing alone. A sit on top kayak is also much safer if you should fall off of it or tip it. Quote
moguy1973 Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 Depends on what you are wanting to do. If you like day trips where you'll just be hauling your fishing equipment and maybe a small cooler for water/soda/beer a kayak is great. But if you are wanting to do 2-3 day trips a solo cano can't be beat. They hold a lot of stuff and can be paddled with a kayak paddle if you so wish... Kayaks tend to be slightly cheaper than canoes also... Quote
Super User J Francho Posted August 17, 2012 Super User Posted August 17, 2012 I prefer a stand on top kayak Quote
Super User Darren. Posted August 17, 2012 Super User Posted August 17, 2012 Having fished canoes, I now choose kayaks. But I've actually got what is considered a hybrid, the Native Ultimate 12. I had a sit-on-top yak and liked it a lot, but missed some of the "roominess" I had with my canoe, and the ability to stand in it (which was mandatory for me). It was between the Wilderness Systems Commander or the Native Ultimate. I went with the Native for various reasons having sat/stood in both. Now if you're gonna be in big water and have the possibility of getting swamped, go for a SOT with scupper holes for drainage. There are a lot of fishing SOTs out there to choose from in all price ranges. If standing is priority, your choices narrow and price goes up. Hope this helps. Quote
MikeOGNR Posted August 17, 2012 Author Posted August 17, 2012 Ok well i really just want a small boat to fish out of so i can go to different lakes and other areas does that help I am not looking to do 2-3 day trips Quote
Super User J Francho Posted August 17, 2012 Super User Posted August 17, 2012 Get some seat time in Ride 115. It's one of the best all around boats for the money. Quote
Super User Darren. Posted August 17, 2012 Super User Posted August 17, 2012 Ok well i really just want a small boat to fish out of so i can go to different lakes and other areas does that help I am not looking to do 2-3 day trips That's what I was after, too. Started out with a cheap ($350) fishing sit on top from BJ's Wholesale Club. Then graduated to the (on sale) U12. I pondered pond boats and all that as well. I transport it on top of my car. Now the U12 is heavier and I had to build a trolley to transport it across distances, but it has been well worth it for me. My fishing has been more enjoyable. The stability of the boat is amazing allowing me to stand freely. And being a kayak/canoe hybrid, the customizations are different than with a SOT.... Not trying to sell you on the U12, these are my experiences, preferences. To each his/her own. Go to a good kayak store and see for yourself. If you can take some on demo runs, do it. Lots of good brands to try out. Quote
MikeOGNR Posted August 17, 2012 Author Posted August 17, 2012 Okay another thing is I will be fishing sometimes with friends but at other times buy my self is there a canoe for under 400 that can do that??? Quote
Super User Darren. Posted August 17, 2012 Super User Posted August 17, 2012 Okay another thing is I will be fishing sometimes with friends but at other times buy my self is there a canoe for under 400 that can do that??? Sure, look here at the Coleman Scanoe (has a square stern for mounting a motor). Quote
ClackerBuzz Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 i fish both. canoe's are more stable, have more room to stretch arms/legs/back, and you can spread ur gear everywhere, fit coolers with lunch, can take a buddy out, have option to add a trolling motor for bigger bodies of water, has oar locks so i can paddle easily (like a row boat). the wind blows my canoe a lot more b/c the sides are higher so i need a slightly heavier anchor. if given the choice i would fish my canoe exclusively (i cant fit it into my apartment so i had to buy a kayak that would fit up the stairwell). i like the canoe for full day fishing trips. i can stand up to fish, stretch, or take a nap...i never need to go to shore. my sit in kayak is more close quarters, solo use, paddles faster, better for tight or shallow streams with rocks/obstacles. the kayak is great for half day/quick fishing trips. i can't stand up in mine so i usually paddle to shore during the day to stretch and eat lunch. both are same load on/off my car. if you want to take a buddy sometimes get a canoe. anythings from dicks or sports author is fine for a 1st canoe. also check ur local craigslist for 'radisson' or 'sportspal' canoes. they are made for fishing, constructed from lightweight aluminum like airplanes so they are very light (but dent so no white water rafting), have oar locks for rowing, and the floors are lined with foam to buffer noises like moving around or dropping a lure. http://www.castlecraft.com/sportspal_wide_transom_canoe.htm good luck and let us know how you make out. Quote
ClackerBuzz Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 I prefer a stand on top kayak great photo francho. who snapped the pix the fish?! Quote
Super User J Francho Posted August 17, 2012 Super User Posted August 17, 2012 Lol, my buddy, from another kayak. The jig actually landed in his lap. Quote
Jim McC Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 Since you now say you want to be able to seat 2 people, I'm changing my answer to a canoe. Quote
moguy1973 Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 I prefer a stand on top kayak Is that an 11' or 13'? I've tried standing in my 11' OK and it's not real stable once I go to make casts. Quote
bigdawg74 Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 i got a pelican 15.5 on sale at the beggining of summer for 399.00 at canadian tire. it is perfect for me the wife and 2 kids and also a few times a week by myself. i love it. it is stable and fits loads of stuff. Quote
Super User Marty Posted August 17, 2012 Super User Posted August 17, 2012 Bassmaster mag had an article on small boats some months ago. One of the points they made was a canoe might be better for those who like to bring a lot of stuff and have it spread out in front of you. I'm in the latter category and have a wide, stable canoe. There are some disadvantages (one of them was mentioned above, getting blown around more), but as the saying goes, you have to take the bad with the good. Quote
NoBoatLance Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 I've never fished out of a kayak but i did most of my fishing, as a kid, from a two person canoe. I couldn't even tell you what kind of canoe it was but it was perfect for the job. Enough room for gear, food, drinks, a buddy, and YOU. Dont know if i could sit on my butt and fish for hours. Quote
Michael DiNardo Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 moguy1973, not trying to steal J's thunder but it is an OK PBG. That is an awesome pic. Mike Quote
moguy1973 Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 moguy1973, not trying to steal J's thunder but it is an OK PBG. That is an awesome pic. Mike Ahh. Longer and wider than my trident 11. Quote
ClackerBuzz Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 Lol, my buddy, from another kayak. The jig actually landed in his lap. remind me not to fish around you till i'm done having kids! Quote
HeavyDluxe Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 Lol, my buddy, from another kayak. The jig actually landed in his lap. You're supposed to use a different kind of worm as a trailer, you know... Quote
Super User J Francho Posted August 18, 2012 Super User Posted August 18, 2012 At least I didn't set the hook. (null) Quote
Super User Fishing Rhino Posted August 18, 2012 Super User Posted August 18, 2012 Here's another possibility. You can stand in it. I have. That means just about anyone can. Plenty of room for gear, and very stable, though it is possible to fall out of it without shipping water. Don't ask how I know. It is heavy at 118 pounds, but 44 inches wide. http://www.dicksspor...ductId=12634053 Quote
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