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NH_boater · 05-09-2011, 08:06 AM

Shorter, wider kayaks are generally more steady side-to-side, maybe more comfortable for newbies. These are often used for fishing for this purpose. Longer, narrow kayaks are easier to paddle long distances and glide along better with less energy, but could be less laterally stable. Longer kayaks also tend to track better, meaning going in straight lines rather than zig zagging.

My 9 footer (fishing) fits nicely in the back of my truck without the bother of a kayak rack. These makes single-person launching and transporting very easy. A 14 footer would not transport quite as easy. This could be important if you want to drop it in and explore in various locations around the lake.

Also, there are often good deals on craigslist for used kayaks. May have a few scratches or marks but that would not bother me if it is half the price of new.

Hope this helps.

05-09-2011, 08:06 AM	#9
NH_boater Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 298 Thanks: 14 Thanked 147 Times in 62 Posts	Kayaks Shorter, wider kayaks are generally more steady side-to-side, maybe more comfortable for newbies. These are often used for fishing for this purpose. Longer, narrow kayaks are easier to paddle long distances and glide along better with less energy, but could be less laterally stable. Longer kayaks also tend to track better, meaning going in straight lines rather than zig zagging. My 9 footer (fishing) fits nicely in the back of my truck without the bother of a kayak rack. These makes single-person launching and transporting very easy. A 14 footer would not transport quite as easy. This could be important if you want to drop it in and explore in various locations around the lake. Also, there are often good deals on craigslist for used kayaks. May have a few scratches or marks but that would not bother me if it is half the price of new. Hope this helps.