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Kayak advice
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06/11/13 07:06 PM
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BolivarTX
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Hey guys I am about ready to get a kayak to fish galveston east bay and the bolivar surf.. I have located this kayak from academy and was wondering if anyone has anything to say about Pelican kayaks or just this one in particular heres the link http://www.academy.com/webapp/wcs/stores...amp;N=670787849Also I have found a pretty good sit in kayak but should I avoid it if most of my fishing is to be done in the surf or the bay Thanks
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Re: Kayak advice
[Re: BolivarTX]
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06/11/13 07:12 PM
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Neumie
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Do not get a sit-inside (sink) if you plan on doing BTB (beyond the breakers).
How tall are you and how much do you weigh?
I would recommend at least a 12 ft kayak unless you have no way to transport or store a longer kayak.
"Water is life's matter and matrix, mother and medium. There is no life without water." -Albert Szent-Gyorgyi
"No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man." - Heraclitus
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Re: Kayak advice
[Re: BolivarTX]
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06/11/13 07:16 PM
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BolivarTX
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I'm 17, 5 foot 7 and 165...
have you heard anything good or bad about pelican kayaks? this one is pretty much the same just 12'
http://www.academy.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_10051_751758_-1?color=Sand&ICID=CRT:0142-02305-3120
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Re: Kayak advice
[Re: BolivarTX]
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06/11/13 07:20 PM
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Neumie
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I haven't heard much with this new Icon series other than it's supposed to be a major upgrade over the old Castaway line (which were quite possibly the worst kayaks ever).
I haven't paddled one yet and don't personally know anyone who has the new Icon. I would get the 12 ft version over the 10, it's a much more capable kayak.
Last edited by Neumie; 06/11/13 07:24 PM.
"Water is life's matter and matrix, mother and medium. There is no life without water." -Albert Szent-Gyorgyi
"No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man." - Heraclitus
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Re: Kayak advice
[Re: BolivarTX]
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06/11/13 07:32 PM
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BolivarTX
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Yea I heard that the icon series is made only for academy.. no one else sells it..
And just curious besides storage space why do most people prefer the longer kayaks.
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Re: Kayak advice
[Re: BolivarTX]
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06/11/13 07:35 PM
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Coach P
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Yea I heard that the icon series is made only for academy.. no one else sells it..
And just curious besides storage space why do most people prefer the longer kayaks. Everyone says "they track better." Which, after using a few shorter yaks years ago I can agree. Once you've been fishing and spend more time keeping your yak from blowing away in the lake rather than fishing, you'll want a longer yak.
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Re: Kayak advice
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06/11/13 07:38 PM
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Having ridden in and seen Pelican boats. You couldn't give me one. Save your money, get something better.
RealBigReel I don't go too fast but I go pretty far.
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Re: Kayak advice
[Re: PayneFish]
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06/11/13 08:16 PM
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ed23tx
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For that money you might be able to find something better (used) on CL. Don't waste your money on Pelican, my first kayak was a Pelican and I would never buy another one. Really uncomfortable, tracking is BADDDD, and quality...well quality.... browse CL you might be surprised.
7 �Do not judge, or you too will be judged. 2 For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you." Matthew 7:1-2
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Re: Kayak advice
[Re: BolivarTX]
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06/11/13 09:05 PM
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Neumie
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I'm not going to be as quick as y'all to to pass judgement on the new Icon series from Pelican. The Pelican Castaways were terrible, terrible kayaks. These new kayaks are a completely new design, and from what I can tell look to be a very solid entry level kayak.
I'll reserve my judgement until I have paddled one.
"Water is life's matter and matrix, mother and medium. There is no life without water." -Albert Szent-Gyorgyi
"No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man." - Heraclitus
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Re: Kayak advice
[Re: Neumie]
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06/11/13 09:08 PM
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I'm not going to be as quick as y'all to to pass judgement on the new Icon series from Pelican. The Pelican Castaways were terrible, terrible kayaks. These new kayaks are a completely new design, and from what I can tell look to be a very solid entry level kayak.
I'll reserve my judgement until I have paddled one. Something is to be said about a company that puts out a garbage product IMO.
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Re: Kayak advice
[Re: AeroAgg06]
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06/11/13 09:18 PM
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Neumie
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Something is to be said about a company that puts out a garbage product IMO. I'm not saying the past products were not junk. My issue is everyone is writing off the Icon because of the Castaway's shortcomings. It's obvious from my trip to Academy and from looking at pics that the fit and finish on the Icon is far superior to the Castaways. Does anyone have any actual first-hand, paddling experience with the Icon?
"Water is life's matter and matrix, mother and medium. There is no life without water." -Albert Szent-Gyorgyi
"No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man." - Heraclitus
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Re: Kayak advice
[Re: BolivarTX]
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06/12/13 12:12 AM
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Pop1655
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If you're going to Academy just get you a Pescador.
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Re: Kayak advice
[Re: BolivarTX]
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06/12/13 01:54 AM
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I am not experienced enough to know what a high end kayak feels like but my friend bought the icon 10 footer recently (he isnt experienced either) but he really likes it and its really stable and seems to be decently fast.. we were easily able to take it straight out into the surf and had alot of fun with it... I also like that it has 2 rod holders in the rear and a swiveling rod holder in between your legs
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Re: Kayak advice
[Re: BolivarTX]
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06/12/13 02:06 AM
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Fish ZoMbiE
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im gonna also say save up and get ya a lightly used ocean drifter, pescador from academy or and ascend fs12t from bass pro. also a lightly used scrambler xt would be a nice BTB yak for you. good luck and invest in a GOOD life jacket and make you a good paddle leash. don't go out when its choppy and come in immediately if you see or hear a storm coming.
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