Length difference in kayaks

[jaimeastin]

37 minutes ago, Crankin4Bass said:

Thanks Jaime! I like the mods you made. I subscribed to your channel a while ago. Glad to hear that your back is better!

I appreciate that .. I just got a warning for promoting my content.  It wasn't my intention at all.  I just want to help others likeany people have helped me.  

 

Yeah, I am preparing to make up all the fishing I missed out on this year.

 

Good luck!

[FishDewd]

On 1/27/2019 at 9:10 AM, Sam said:

Crankbait, good question.

 

It solves the everlasting question: Does Size Matter?

 

Let us know how you like your 10-footer;  ease of putting in and taking it out...

 

I couldn't resist, I'm sorry...

[crankbait2009]

Here is my review of having the kayak on a LAKE.  Winds (10-15mph), very minor boat traffic (water still cold, 50 degrees).

 

I have finally had the kayak out on the water a few times now and would like to add my 2 cents worth of the experience I have when comparing it to the 12'-8" I had.

 

First off I do notice that the FS128T IS a little more stable.  I forgot what I was doing, but I leaned to the side, and quickly had to upright myself to avoid rolling.  Once I got that pivotal point out of the way, I was fine after that.  That was a close call.  But it is still stable, I just found out what the limits were unintentionally.  This was also with the seat in the higher position.

 

A lot of people mention that these kayaks are slow.  Comparing it to the FS128T, I believe it's faster, and doesn't take much for me to go.  You definitely feel the weight difference.

 

As for paddling and turning.  Holy crap, I can turn this kayak on a dime.  I really like that.  Not much effort to change direction.  I was able to go a pretty decent speed as well.  I did notice that I had to redirect myself more often.  Nothing too crazy, but I see where the tracking comes in to play. Especially when the winds started blowing. I did not use the wind chute, or anchor to hold my position.  Might try that next time, especially the chute.  See if that would make a difference.

 

I dropped the seat down in to the lower position and that was definitely more comfortable.  Easier to paddle, and obviously felt more stable in that position.  In the lower position, it definitely makes it a little harder to stand up.  I might install an assist strap, like the FS128T has.  That was rather convenient.

 

I definitely like the shorter length.  Everything behind me is easy to access, and I don't need to crawl on the deck just to get something.

 

Putting the kayak on top of the vehicle is soooo easy.  I was really worried about that, but that is working out really well. 50 lbs vs 98lbs = night and day, in a good way!

 

There's some of the things I've noticed so far.  All in all, it's definitely a change.  Taking a little getting used to. I think it'll get more comfortable and easier the more I use it. Regardless, no turning back now  

[Tizi]

I went through the same thoughts before I purchased my signature kayak.  It is actually 10'3" and weighs 53 pounds.  It tracks well and you can stand up in it, but I would not do it for long periods or if the water is rough.  Very happy with my JK Cruise.

[Brad Reid]

For my Propel 10, I feel absolutely no disadvantage regarding actual "fishing" speed. Most of us move around at a very predictable 2.5 mph give or take anyway. When I fish along with a PA 14, we move along at the same speed. But, the PA 14 could cross a big lake faster, has more top end speed. It's just not an asset used all that often the way I fish, where I fish.

 

This is my 10 footer with 4 rocket launchers for my rods, underseat storage for 2 3600s, Boonedox Landing Gear  . . . which means I am rolling onto the lake while so many guys with giant kayaks are still back in their driveways.

 

With this kayak, I can literally fish on a whim which I do often. I just get home or end my day, think to myself that I guess I want to fish for a while, it takes no time to put this on my truck and off I go.

 

This is the great advantage of a shorter and lighter kayak that you can get it on the water so much easier, so much quicker.

 

Brad

 

 

[shootermcbob]

11 hours ago, Brad Reid said:

For my Propel 10, I feel absolutely no disadvantage regarding actual "fishing" speed. Most of us move around at a very predictable 2.5 mph give or take anyway. When I fish along with a PA 14, we move along at the same speed. But, the PA 14 could cross a big lake faster, has more top end speed. It's just not an asset used all that often the way I fish, where I fish.

 

This is my 10 footer with 4 rocket launchers for my rods, underseat storage for 2 3600s, Boonedox Landing Gear  . . . which means I am rolling onto the lake while so many guys with giant kayaks are still back in their driveways.

 

With this kayak, I can literally fish on a whim which I do often. I just get home or end my day, think to myself that I guess I want to fish for a while, it takes no time to put this on my truck and off I go.

 

This is the great advantage of a shorter and lighter kayak that you can get it on the water so much easier, so much quicker.

 

Brad

 

 

Sweet rig!!!

[lukedh94]

Totally new to kayak fishing. Is there a major difference between saltwater and freshwater kayak fishing? Do I need to buy a "saltwater" kayak or would a freshwater one work just as good?

 

Thanks!

[J Francho]

There is no difference.  Most companies use stainless hardware, and the rest of the boat is made of plastic.  Now, if you want to talk big water opposed to flat water, that's a topic for another thread.  Not all hulls are designed for breaking surf.

 

 

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