New to kayaks help

[Death metal Fishing]

1 hour ago, NinjaAbassin said:

I was actually talking to the OP. Who are you? 

OP?

[Choporoz]

Original Poster....as opposed to TJ (thread jacker)

[MDbassin]

21 hours ago, NinjaAbassin said:

Have you thought about a pelican strike 120x? Don't know your price range but that might be good for you... Maybe let us know a price range and others can help a bit more 

$600 or less 600 being absolute max.... Also to add the storage I'm the back needs to be able to accomadate a milk crate. I have looked at a few "budget" yaks and people have said they either couldn't fit a milk crate in the back or had to modify the crate. 

[NinjaAbassin]

My first kayak had a milk crate it was a tamarack 120 but got way to small for me I'm 6'2" 195lbs... I think the pelican strike is good choice if you want brand new or CL for used. This picture was the tamarack 120

[DogBone_384]

I bought my Lure 11.5 in 2014 and was, like you are now, concerned about dropping $1,000+ on a fishing kayak.  My first kayak was the Ascend 128T, which I bought more on price than anything else.

The Lure has a great seat, is ALL DAY comfortable, and is steady as a rock.  I stand pretty much all the time when out with it, without a hitch. The integrated wheel helps transport it short distances quite well, with the exception of dirt/gravel ramps.  It's light enough that I can still lift it onto my ladder racks at the end of a full day fishing, where my 128T is more difficult.  Storage space in the Lure is at a premium, but I try to pack light.

I used a scupper mount for my Lowrance's transducer, though I believe the '16 Lure has a pod for it now.  You state that you're not planning on adding any electronics.  I didn't when I bought the Ascend, but that changed the more I fished with it.  If you're budget allows, get a kayak with a pod/transducer mount.  Electronics are getting so cheap, you'll be glad you did.

Of my two kayaks, I like the Lure more than my 128T, and the fit/finish is reflected in the price differences.  I'm happy I spent the extra money on the Lure.  If possible, paddle the models you're interested in before you buy.

If your budget is locked in at $600, you might look at last year's FS12T at Bass Pro.  Their '16 looks great, but the reviews touched on stability.  Bass Pro's return policy is pretty liberal, which helps.  

Also remember that you'll need a paddle and life jacket, at the very least.

Best of luck with your decision.

[wpwarhawk]

Here are a couple that I didn't see mentioned.  Both have a lawn chair type seat, very important for me.

Perception Pescador 120 ... $829

Pelican Catch 120 ... $749