A couple of cheapies

[WattaReelDrag]

Just got 2 matching kayaks off Ebay (light blue & dark blue) for a reasonable price.
I wasn't looking for anything flash, just something for light duties (mainly chasing Bass in the fresh & flat water estuary work).
As we usually only take out a single rod for use with soft plastics, poppers & hardbodies anyway a smaller Yak was prefered and we didn't want to spend too much money...

[mingle]

Not a bad-looking little yak...

Can you give us a bit more info - length, weight, cost, etc?

Cheers,

Mike.

[jokinna]

Just got 2 matching kayaks off Ebay (light blue & dark blue) for a reasonable price.

how much is a reasonable price watt?

[WattaReelDrag]

The Kayak Dimensions are:
2.95m long x 0.8m wide x 0.35m tall. Weighs 21kg & is rated to 180kg. They cost $400ea

They have:
Moulded Seat/Footrests Area
Front Hatch with Mesh Bag
The large storage area at the rear
Moulded Side Carry Handles
Rear & Front Towline
Inbuilt Harness & Accessory Mounts
Molded-in Water Bottle Holder
Self-bailing Drain Holes that can easily be plugged for a drier ride

Fully Padded Water Resistance Backseat for Extra Comfort
High Quality & Light Weight Durable Paddle
Fully Rotational Adjustable Fishing Rod Holder
2 Rear Flush Rod Holders with Seals

[mingle]

Gee, that's a pretty sweet deal...

Do you mind letting us know which eBay seller?

Cheers,

Mike.

[WattaReelDrag]

The sellers username is jr_sydneykayaks
Here is his shop http://shop.ebay.com.au/jr_sydneykayaks ... 4340.l2562

There is a few sellers of them though & you may get them even cheaper at auction...

[bruus]

Had a chance to test them out yet? I have a couple of mates thinking about getting into kayaking but want a cheap entry level. They look like a pretty good kit.

[WattaReelDrag]

Sorry, I still havn't tested them yet (been flat out the last few weeks).
I do have a trip planned in 2 weeks time though, so will do a report when I get back...

[goanywhere]

That's exactly the same yak as I have. I bought it as my first yak to 'test the water' and see if I really wanted to get serious about the sport. As it turns out I am well and truly hooked!

I have taken this little gem to the limits. I have rigged her up with a sail and outriggers and skegs. It goes great and is super stable. I fish side-on over the side and no fear of tipping even without outriggers. The only downside is that at only 2.8 metres, she's a bit small for carrying much gear, and with such a small hull it's often a 'wet bum' ride as the self-bailing scuppers top out with only about 85kg of weight aboard, but you can keep the plugs in to avoid that.

Overall, as a cheap, well fitted out little boat it's great.




I am soon to start building a new yak, but I will keep it for when my nephew comes out with me.

[mingle]

I've been keeping an eye on these yak (on eBay).

Most of them seem to be up in NSW/QLD. The few local Vic sellers don't offer as good deal, so I may look interstate!

I'm keen to know how well they track - without a rudder or any skegs, couple with the pretty short length do they tend to wander a bit?

Cheers,

Mike.

[WattaReelDrag]

2x paddle leashes... (Also 1 litre water bottles)
Just an old phone cord and some boogey board keeper straps.


2x rod Leashes...
Just a whipper snipper coiled leash with carabiner & velcro strapping.


2x leashed accessory bags...
Just a pencil case that holds: Knife, lip grippers, pliers, braid scissors, leader material, scent spray & other bits & pieces.


2x kill buckets...
Just 20L buckets with lashing hook tie downs & a bungee cord lid holder.

[mingle]

I've managed to procure one from interstate (shipping cost $100) and if all goes well it should arrive within a week or so (fingers crossed!)

@goanywhere,

I'm very keen to see more of your modifications - the outriggers, sail, etc - they look pretty smart.

Cheers,

Mike.

[gros21]

Not to hijack your thread but bcf has $600 yaks rated at a decent amount. Could be another option.

[mingle]

I had a good look around at Ray's, BCF and Anaconda (plus all over eBay).

The SEAK Swift kayak at Anaconda was closest to what I'm after, but it was $399 and that was without any paddle, seat or rod-holders.

I think I did okay getting the one I did. It'll hopefully arrive next week and then I'll make a proper review of it...



At least it looks the part!

Cheers,

Mike.

[Tommo]

Very cool

Well done mate

Tommo