Getting on the water doesn’t have to be expensive, Kayaks can be a very effective way to catch fish without a traditional fishing boat. More anglers are finding that kayak fishing is not only inexpensive and fun but is sometimes even more effective than those high-dollar fishing rigs at putting a big fish on the end of your line.
A wide range of kayaks are available to anglers. An internet search will quickly provide the prospective kayak buyer an almost bewildering assortment of boats, even kayaks you can pedal instead of paddle. Realize that there is no “one best kayak,” but there are probably a few well-suited to you and your needs.
Long, narrow kayaks are faster and less stable (easier to flip over) than short, wide kayaks. If you primarily fish small reservoirs or farm ponds, the need for speed really isn’t a factor. The longer, narrower boats cover more distance faster and also paddle (or peddle) easier into the wind. Many kayaks in the 12- to 14-foot range make great fishing boats, providing plenty of room for gear while still being easy to paddle and fish out of.
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