Im looking into buying a kayak for fishing and would like some input.. id like one small enough i could put on the top of my car(ford explorer) and a little less expensive(just starting out). any input is greatly appreciated.

Do you have a factory roof rack on the explorer?

The standard starter kayak recommendation is the Perseption Sport Pescador 12 found at Academy Sports for the everyday price of $499.

However if you let us know what major city you are closest to we can point you to a kayak shop where you can test paddle various other boats.

Please keep in mind that you will need several accessories to be legal on the water. PDF (life jacket), safety whistle, visible white light if you kayak when a boat light is required, and a paddle.

Weight is more of an issue more so than length with an suv and kayak, as most* boats will fall with in reasonable weight ranges that are not too hard on the back and not breaking the load of a factory crossbar.

*Obviously there are exceptions which are rather heavy like the Hobie Pro Angler which is a $2,600 boat.

Yeah i have whatever comes stock on the explorer. i live in dallas

Come out to the dallas boat show this weekend and stop by the Mariner Sails Booth. We will have a bunch of different kayaks out there that would fit your budget.

I hate to be "another pescador guy" but as mentioned above the Pescador is a great value! If your on a budget this is a good yak! Only thing is it doesnt come with multiple rod holders, but they are a easy DIY install.