New to Kayak Fishing

[Pops]

I'm thinking about purchasing a fishing kayak. Any suggestions for a rookie - size, make, fishing locations, etc. I'm 6 ft. 200 lbs. I would be paddling.

Thanks,
Pops

[Psycho Joe]

OK, first welcome to the madness!

Choosing a kayak ain't as easy as it sounds. Especially with no known info; such as your height and weight as well as if you would rather peddle than paddle. Or if you have any inspirations on making this a part time motored vessel via a trolling motor. Also, do you have any problems lifting or loading a heavier kayak. Some people look at the kayak's weight in their search as others would paddle the Queen Mary if it were to give them just a little more leg room.

So, tell us a little about yourself and I am sure you will get more suggestions than you were ever looking for.

[marshdaddy]

The list is almost endless. There are so many makes, models and sizes avalable. Do you want to paddle or peddle. Your height and weight will be a factor. Do you want speed or stability or something inbetween. Backpacker in Baton Rouge has some demo days coming up. Give them a call to try some different models. In Lafayette, PacknPaddle is a great store to do business with. They will let you demo a boat for a small fee. Fee is waived if you buy from them. In New Orleans, Massey's has a demo day coming up, I think. Also, depending on how nice you ask, some members will let you try their boats. And by the way, Welcome to the addiction.