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Posted on 5/1/15 at 9:48 am to nahtanojc
quote:Acad has many a nice one for under $100. Other than length, I can't tell the difference between mine cheap one and Mung's high dolla one. Sure, his has more adjustments, but mine can feather and has the flattened shaft feature. Really like it.
Since its a paddle kayak, if he buys a quality paddle from the start, he's looking at $100-150
Posted on 5/1/15 at 10:01 am to AlxTgr
I bought the $25 no limit from Academy... I should have gone with a $140 bending branches in hindsight. It's no big deal for a 3 hour morning trip, but I can see how it would make a big difference on an all day excursion.
Posted on 5/1/15 at 10:04 am to AlxTgr
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Acad has many a nice one for under $100.
I think their good one is about $75? The cheaper ones are aluminum and I definitely don't suggest that he go with one of those. OP may be able to get a carbon/glass paddle from BassPro for $75ish as well. My statement of $100 was based off what you can get from Werner or Bending Branches.
Biggest difference as you increase in price is the weight of the paddle and the rigidity of the material. The paddle I use is the Bending Branches Angler Pro. . . it doesn't have any more adjustment options than the $50 paddle from Academy, but it is super lightweight which does make a difference after a long day. And the blades are extremely rigid and this makes a difference when you use your paddle to push off of structure or through mud.
Do I think a $300 paddle is right for everyone? Absolutely not; I would never spend that much on a paddle myself! (got it half price)
Posted on 5/1/15 at 10:04 am to nahtanojc
Yes, was figuring around $200 for a quality paddle and pfd
Posted on 5/1/15 at 10:19 am to nahtanojc
I like the Carlisles. My Magic is $60. The Predator and Magic Plus are $80.
Posted on 5/1/15 at 10:28 am to AlxTgr
I have the black No Limits Propel ($25) paddle from Academy and the Bending Branches Scout Angler paddle ($100). I can't really tell the difference. I end up using the No Limits paddle more because it's longer.
This post was edited on 5/1/15 at 10:29 am
Posted on 5/1/15 at 10:56 am to boom roasted
im about to sell my ocean kayak prowler 13. pretty much including everything. seat paddle, jacket, trolley, rudder, cheapo fish finder/gps.
This post was edited on 5/1/15 at 10:57 am
Posted on 5/1/15 at 11:00 am to tigers84
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Ascend I figure ill be around $800 after kayak, paddle, and life vest or I can get Tarpon 120 for $1,100 which comes with paddle and vest. Have looked used but just haven't found what I wanted. Is the Tarpon worth the extra $300. Will be my first kayak. Thanks
I've been doing a good bit of research into Kayaks, and the Tarpon is not meant for fishing at all. It is meant for long distance kayaking.
If you're interested in the Wilderness System's Kayaks... the ones to look at are the Pungos. They are functional, do it all kayaks that seem to be the best bang for the buck with my research. If you live in BR, The Backpacker and Masseys are doing kayak demo days this month.
Posted on 5/1/15 at 11:06 am to Jcorye1
quote:How so?
the Tarpon is not meant for fishing at all
Posted on 5/1/15 at 11:07 am to Jcorye1
quote:It's listed in their fishing category and is designed nothing like their touring boats.
Tarpon is not meant for fishing at all.
Posted on 5/1/15 at 11:09 am to Jcorye1
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Tarpon is not meant for fishing at all
I wouldnt go that far. The Tarpon is very much meant for fishing. It is just geared towards more of a coastal, long distance, even BTB scenario.
It just lacks deck space and the ability to stand and fish.
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the ones to look at are the Pungos.
The Pungos are sit in kayaks, which leave you extremely limited when it comes to fishing.
Posted on 5/1/15 at 11:11 am to Jcorye1
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the ones to look at are the Pungos
I would not recommend that kayak if you plan on fishing.
Posted on 5/1/15 at 11:11 am to boom roasted
My bad, I got it mixed up with the Tsunami :/ For some reason I remembered the Tarpon as a ride in model.
Posted on 5/1/15 at 11:12 am to boom roasted
They have an angler version, if I'm not mistaken, which received some good press and I've been told good things about.
As always, it could be hearing that through the lens of sit in fishing kayaks that it's good.
As always, it could be hearing that through the lens of sit in fishing kayaks that it's good.
This post was edited on 5/1/15 at 11:13 am
Posted on 5/1/15 at 11:13 am to Jcorye1
Even then, sit-ins are not ideal for kayak fishing.
Posted on 5/1/15 at 11:15 am to boom roasted
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I have the black No Limits Propel ($25) paddle from Academy
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I end up using the No Limits paddle more because it's longer.
That's why I bought the same one. It was the cheapest 240cm paddle I could find. I'm not short and the elevated chair in the Ascend FS12T creates the need for a longer paddle.
Posted on 5/1/15 at 11:16 am to Jcorye1
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angler version
As far as sit in is concerned, I LOVE their Commander.
Posted on 5/1/15 at 11:17 am to Clyde Tipton
quote:Same reasoning for me (and I didn't want to spend the cash for another expensive paddle) with the k12.
the elevated chair in the Ascend FS12T creates the need for a longer paddle.
Posted on 5/1/15 at 11:19 am to AlxTgr
quote:Is that considered a sit-in?
As far as sit in is concerned, I LOVE their Commander.
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