boostr Posted September 3, 2015 Posted September 3, 2015 If you gonna do a lot of standing when fishing like I do, the Lure is the way to go, if you are gonna do more sitting when fishing, or need to get to a spot fast (which in a yak I think is redundant) get the Jackson. Yes the Lure is wide, and can be pig to paddle long distance against a breeze but it's good exercise. On calm days it paddles nicely. Quote
atown angler Posted September 4, 2015 Author Posted September 4, 2015 As of now the lure is in the lead, but I just happen to see a video for the 2016 cuda....looks pretty sick. Quote
Super User Montanaro Posted September 4, 2015 Super User Posted September 4, 2015 I just got a lure 11.5 a couple weekends ago. Love it. Lots of storage and useful compartments and the seat is amazing. Easy to stand in and has a cushioned pad on the standing platform which makes you a quieter angler. The lure does NOT flex. Yeah it can be a pig to paddle but that's what you sacrifice for a wide hull. It's actually fairly fast for its size. Quote
Jim Mac Posted September 4, 2015 Posted September 4, 2015 I looked into the Lure 11.5 but the closest dealer was way too far away. It looks like a great kayak though. Quote
Super User Montanaro Posted September 4, 2015 Super User Posted September 4, 2015 My dealer was an hour and a half away. Was worth it 1 Quote
Subaqua Adinterim Posted September 4, 2015 Posted September 4, 2015 Manufacturers are improving their offerings every year, even Pelican is coming out with something similar to the Lure called the Catch. Dicks sporting goods also carries the Field & Stream Shadow Caster which is similar to the Lure for $800 Quote
OperationEagle Posted September 6, 2015 Posted September 6, 2015 If you gonna do a lot of standing when fishing like I do, the Lure is the way to go, if you are gonna do more sitting when fishing, or need to get to a spot fast (which in a yak I think is redundant) get the Jackson. Yes the Lure is wide, and can be pig to paddle long distance against a breeze but it's good exercise. On calm days it paddles nicely. Hey boostr...not sure why this would be redundant. I THINK what you meant was need to get to a spot fast (which in a yak you think is contrary with the purpose of a yak?) but I am not sure. Anyways... General rule of thumb is to spend least amount of time getting to your destination so you can spend more time fishing (unless you are floating down a river, or sightseeing along the way). I have some "go to" lakes with favorite spots that I just want to travel to quickly. Second rule of thumb is to get to my spots with the least amount of energy as possible (conserve energy). The easier it is to move around in your boat the less energy expended and the more distance you can go/longer you can stay out fishing without feeling tired. This is why at least for me, I felt getting a boat that was a bit faster and easier to paddle would pay dividends each time I was out with it. I also know this is why I look for the lightest cargo to accompany me. I question every piece of equipment I take...all in the pursuit of the conservation of energy. I might be different than most...IDK. I stand almost every time I am on my yak fishing. But I spend the vast majority...like 90% of my time, seated. Therefore, if I had to choose which attribute takes priority, standing or speed/maneuverability, I would give the edge to speed. Of course I would want BOTH...I think the Cuda gives me a decent balance between the two. This is also why you will hear (and I think its fair) that there are boats more stable than the Cuda...but I always know that something got traded off. Sorry for the ramble. Hope this helps the OP. 1 Quote
boostr Posted September 7, 2015 Posted September 7, 2015 Hey boostr...not sure why this would be redundant. I THINK what you meant was need to get to a spot fast (which in a yak you think is contrary with the purpose of a yak?) but I am not sure. Anyways... General rule of thumb is to spend least amount of time getting to your destination so you can spend more time fishing (unless you are floating down a river, or sightseeing along the way). I have some "go to" lakes with favorite spots that I just want to travel to quickly. Second rule of thumb is to get to my spots with the least amount of energy as possible (conserve energy). The easier it is to move around in your boat the less energy expended and the more distance you can go/longer you can stay out fishing without feeling tired. This is why at least for me, I felt getting a boat that was a bit faster and easier to paddle would pay dividends each time I was out with it. I also know this is why I look for the lightest cargo to accompany me. I question every piece of equipment I take...all in the pursuit of the conservation of energy. I might be different than most...IDK. I stand almost every time I am on my yak fishing. But I spend the vast majority...like 90% of my time, seated. Therefore, if I had to choose which attribute takes priority, standing or speed/maneuverability, I would give the edge to speed. Of course I would want BOTH...I think the Cuda gives me a decent balance between the two. This is also why you will hear (and I think its fair) that there are boats more stable than the Cuda...but I always know that something got traded off. Sorry for the ramble. Hope this helps the OP. You right wrong big word... , but what you said . It's all a matter of what you prefer. I'm not worried about getting to a spot fast, but it is good if your on a new body of water especially a large one. The Lure is actually fast enough on a calm day, it just sucks when you have to paddle back to the launch with the wind blowing in your face... That's the only time the wind likes to pick up for some reason. 1 Quote
Super User the reel ess Posted September 9, 2015 Super User Posted September 9, 2015 Two things I don't have with my $500 Perception Pescador 12.0 that I wish I had are stadium seat with an up and a down position and the stability to be able to fish standing. That said, Perception is coming out with a Pescador for 2016 with both those features. MSRP is $800, so it'll probably run a tad over $600. Quote
Super User buzzed bait Posted September 9, 2015 Super User Posted September 9, 2015 Two things I don't have with my $500 Perception Pescador 12.0 that I wish I had are stadium seat with an up and a down position and the stability to be able to fish standing. That said, Perception is coming out with a Pescador for 2016 with both those features. MSRP is $800, so it'll probably run a tad over $600. just saw something about that new one and pelican putting out a model with a stadium seat too.... competition is heating up in the kayak world and that's good news for the consumer!! 1 Quote
atown angler Posted September 14, 2015 Author Posted September 14, 2015 Order has been placed...... Quote
atown angler Posted September 17, 2015 Author Posted September 17, 2015 The "allure" of the lure won me over. Got an 11.5 in lime camo in route. 2 Quote
Jim Mac Posted September 17, 2015 Posted September 17, 2015 The "allure" of the lure won me over. Got an 11.5 in lime camo in route. Nice. Were you able to try it out? Quote
atown angler Posted September 18, 2015 Author Posted September 18, 2015 Ran into a guy at a local pond that had a 13.5 so not the exact same model but close enough, only had a few minutes in it but I was sold pretty quick. Quote
boostr Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 The "allure" of the lure won me over. Got an 11.5 in lime camo in route. Nice, you'll really like it. Quote
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