You can find several advantages to fishing with a kayak over traditional angling, including lower cost and a better workout. Fishing kayaks are also much quieter than a sport fishing boat with the engines going, which will enable you to get closer to more fish without scaring them away. The best fishing kayak is not necessarily the most expensive but is rather a matter of which features you want and in what type of water you will be fishing. Canoe & Kayak has reviewed several top fishing kayaks with various uses and capabilities.
Adventure
If it's speed you're looking for, the Adventure by Hobie is one of the fastest. Measuring 16 feet in length and featuring a MirageDrive propulsion system, it has ample storage spac,e and you can even plug wheels into the hull's scupper holes, making this kayak well prepared for field usage. This kayak is best suited for open waters, and you can fish with two rods at once. The price tag is at the higher end, coming in at around $1700, as of May 2010.
Prowler 13 Angler
The Prowler 13 Angler is a top sit-on-top,or SOT, kayak for those who desire easy entrance and exits in order to wade or get a better hold on a strong tug of the line. You can use the aft rod holders to troll while paddling and then quickly access the rod when you need to. Made by Ocean Kayak, the Prowler 13 and comes in around $1100, as of May 2010.
Predator 138
If you are looking to kayak fish on a budget, Old Town's Predator 138 is a top value, providing surprisingly fast speed at a price tag of only $800, as of May 2010. This model's spray deck has many zippered pockets for ample storage for a day of fishing. You will get what you pay for with this model; the layout has a few shortcomings, including the lack of a place to put your paddle while fishing.
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