Fishing Kayak

[jcb]

I'm in Richmond, KY. Not sure of any places that sell used kayaks, but that would be ideal I think. Know of any places?

Canoe KY in Frankfort sells them. I think they also have their new ones discounted at this time as well.

[inrll]

Schymad, as you can see there is a different answer for each person. Nobody will be able to tell you which one is "best" for your son. I would definitely take the advice above and go to Canoe KY in Frankfort and try a few out. They are right on the water and you will be able to quickly feel the differences in these kayaks vs. just looking at them and speculating. Believe me there are BIG differences, even in very similar kayaks.

There is a lot to keep in mind when you are trying them out too. How big is your son? Will he be fishing creeks, ponds, lakes, rivers, large reservoirs? Does he want to stand while fishing? (fishing kayaks have come a long way and standing is fairly easy in many of them) Does he mind sitting in a puddle of water (cheaper) or would he prefer a "lawn chair" style seat (more expensive) that is becoming more popular these days? Just try them all, even if its a high end kayak, and if Canoe KY doesn't have a used one Craigslist might.

Just don't make the same mistake MANY first time kayak buyers (myself included) did and buy a kayak based solely on price then regret it and end up buying a kayak that truly suits you a few months later.