What’s the best kayak? I need some input from All you experts. What is the best Kayak for stability? I have a 10ft one now and don’t feel stable when I’m on the water. I have a...

RuffplayOR57 Loc: Klamath Falls, OR

I need some input from All you experts. What is the best Kayak for stability? I have a 10ft one now and don’t feel stable when I’m on the water. I have a prosthetic leg that I don’t want to lose by turning over so what can you tell me about the best stability kayaks that you have used for me to feel comfortable.

saw1 Loc: nor cal Windsor

RuffplayOR57 wrote:

I need some input from All you experts. What is the best Kayak for stability? I have a 10ft one now and don’t feel stable when I’m on the water. I have a prosthetic leg that I don’t want to lose by turning over so what can you tell me about the best stability kayaks that you have used for me to feel comfortable.

I'd say I'd prolly tie a rope around my prosthetic and to the kayak, just in case. Just Sayin.

Fishonoff Loc: Sacramento, CA

What are you looking to spend?

Cleemartin Loc: Hampton, Virginia

One that is four to six foot longer for sure. I had an 11 foot one and turned over twice by just leaning forward a little bit; lost over $300 worth of gear and glasses. Sold it shortly after turning over the second time.

Cirrus42

RuffplayOR57 wrote:

I need some input from All you experts. What is the best Kayak for stability? I have a 10ft one now and don’t feel stable when I’m on the water. I have a prosthetic leg that I don’t want to lose by turning over so what can you tell me about the best stability kayaks that you have used for me to feel comfortable.

I have an 8 foot Emotion Kayak from Cabela's. It's very stable. Suggestion though, do a course or try a controlled rollover. I took a course and we had to roll over, fall out, and get back in the kayak. I'm almost 78 and when I did this I was 73. It gives you more confidence that you can survive a rollover. PS Always wearv a life vest...you pop right up out of the water. Use a dry bag for valuables. Have a good time "Yakking"!

plumbob Loc: New Windsor Maryland

RuffplayOR57 wrote:

I need some input from All you experts. What is the best Kayak for stability? I have a 10ft one now and don’t feel stable when I’m on the water. I have a prosthetic leg that I don’t want to lose by turning over so what can you tell me about the best stability kayaks that you have used for me to feel comfortable.

R 57 i have the Bonafide SS127 and at 6'2" 210lbs the yak has served me well. You can get out riggers for your yak plus stability poles that you pull your self up with. Both would give you an edge with your current yak instead of replacing it.

Fishure Loc: Westchester, New York

Ruffplay,
Can't really answer your question but I will try.
The best kayak for me is probably not for you. You have to test ride/paddle them. Some large vendors have special days for the event. Check at kayak shops in your area. Kayak fishing is something you have to get used to. I found it confining and never completely relaxed standing up in it. They are also cumbersome to get off of the car roof and carry, especially when you get older unless you get a special rack and carrier (wheels) for it. Please don't let me discourage you. They are a great way to fish but know what you are getting into in more ways than one!
Fishure

Ryngold Loc: Mountain Home, AR

There is no single answer, what type of fishing do you plan to do (river or lake or ocean). I am a big guy and like stability so a 12 foot long and 33 in to 35 inch wide is very stable. There are sit on top models with seats that turn 360 degrees you might like that as it may remove the need to stand and a sideways angle may help entry and exit. How far do you want to paddle, well that is a another trade off. Find a kayak store or look a hundreds of U-tube videos that balance budget with quality with performance. Also take some trips with minimal gear and tethers until you get your sea legs.

firecpt

I have two Hobie outbacks that are just over 12ft. I have a balance problem so I opted for the outriggers and it's really great. If you buy them used you'll save a lot of money and the pedal system leaves you hands free which is a great feature.

Cleemartin Loc: Hampton, Virginia

firecpt wrote:

I have two Hobie outbacks that are just over 12ft. I have a balance problem so I opted for the outriggers and it's really great. If you buy them used you'll save a lot of money and the pedal system leaves you hands free which is a great feature.

If I had it to do all over again, I definitely would get a paddle model, it saves a whole of time getting to where you want to go—not to mention the effort to get there.

plumbob Loc: New Windsor Maryland

Cleemartin wrote:

If I had it to do all over again, I definitely would get a paddle model, it saves a whole of time getting to where you want to go—not to mention the effort to get there.

Same here Clee, Love my Bonafide but when watching my neighbor on his Hobie, that is the way to go. We both do well in the catching dept, he just maneuvers better. Plus that hands free is great for trolling.

FinFisherman Loc: Born in Ohio - 40 yrs Florida- Clearwater,Fl

firecpt wrote:

I have two Hobie outbacks that are just over 12ft. I have a balance problem so I opted for the outriggers and it's really great. If you buy them used you'll save a lot of money and the pedal system leaves you hands free which is a great feature.

Outrigger is the way to go.. I built my own using 1gal plastic paint cans glassed it together and used aluminum angle & square stock for attachments. I use my battery operated drill and an Ebay drill prop for most power but I can still paddle. It works for me in the creek I fish. Tie everything in and wear a pfd.

plumbob Loc: New Windsor Maryland

FinFisherman wrote:

Outrigger is the way to go.. I built my own using 1gal plastic paint cans glassed it together and used aluminum angle & square stock for attachments. I use my battery operated drill and an Ebay drill prop for most power but I can still paddle. It works for me in the creek I fish. Tie everything in and wear a pfd.

" battery operated drill and an Ebay drill prop "

F F you have my curiosity can you post a pic. I can assume but you know what that means.

RuffplayOR57 Loc: Klamath Falls, OR

Thank You All for the info. I am going to look at the outrigger. ThT looks pretty stable, and the drill prop sounds awesome. I do pretty good getting around with just my paddles but this is All great info. I’ll be doing some add on’s or a wider yak for the stability. Thanks guys!!

plumbob Loc: New Windsor Maryland

R57, when you got it to your specs, pics please. It will help us help others.