I have a Perception fishing kayak that is 11.5 foot long. It is not a sit on top. I feel comfortable using it year round. In fact is bought more to hunt out of than to fish.

I got it as a gift but wouldn't ecpect it to be more than 500 dollars. It came from Gander Mountain.

Now is not really the best time to buy a kayak though. Everybody wants one now and your selection might be a bit less as they may have sold quite a bit of their stock.

However. if you wait until fall or after the "kayak season" you can probably find a better deal on one.

Used is a good bet too. Try them out before you buy as you want one that tracks well.

I have a friend that has a Pelican that will wear you out trying to keep it tracking straight.