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Kayak (sit-on-top, I think) Recomenations
Spent some time paddling around on a cheap plastic kayak over the weekend and of course, now I want one. I will probably try to find used, but I want to talk about new as that's more accessible and consistent.
Also, I believe I'm looking for a sit-on-top for my purposes. no camping trips, just a couple of hours on a river, lake, or possibly intercoastal. A maximum of a couple of hours, and actual sea/ocean-going is pretty unlikely. Also, no specific plans to fish from the boat but not opposed (even if nothing more than an excuse to be on the kayak ;) ). Some of the examples below are designed as fishing kayaks but I'm including those as they do tend to be more stable from what I gather.
I've been looking at a few guides online from various sources (some I trust, some are dubious) but I thought I'd ask here as I know a fair number of outdoorsmen here might have input.
Currently don't want tandem, don't need a canoe (I have one), don't want folding or inflatable, and am pretty sure what I want is one of the molded plastic sit-on-top types. I believe those come in a range of pretty crappy (what I presume I was using this weekend) and more pricey (sometimes simply because of accessories and/or add-ons).
I liked the kayak this weekend, given my specific use, because the seat was just a molded-in piece, but the more involved suspension seats are more desirable and better longer-term.
Some examples I've saved based on my "research" so far.
Wilderness Systems Tarpon 105 - $1,119
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Wilderness Systems Tarpon 120 - $1,229
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SUNDOLPHIN Sun Dolphin Boss SS Sit-On/Stand On Top Angler Kayak
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Perception Pescador Pro 10 - $919
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