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Post by squideyebarnes on Jan 18, 2008 21:52:32 GMT
Being 6' 7" and 19 stone is this possible as it has put me of in the past did have a 2 man ocean kayak malibu I think but never went in it.
Andy
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Post by speciman on Jan 18, 2008 22:26:42 GMT
Hi Andy There are models for paddlers of different weights and sizes. A lot of sit on top kayak models are designed for the *ahem* larger American paddler. Given your weight, you'd be looking at a kayak which has a max weight capacity (volume) of at least 400lbs (after allowing for gear and clothing and a bit extra just in case). Your Malibu 2, would have been ok for inshore, short distance work but if you are buying for yourself better to go for a single kayak which offers greater efficiency and may be easier to rig for fishing. Given your body type, I'd recommend looking at the Ocean Kayak Prowler Elite. It has a high volume (260kg/400lb max capacity) and the cockpit is a reasonable size for a long legged person such as yourself. If you are serious about buying one try to get a test paddle first - you will at least need to sit in one to see if you fit it ok. The Prowler Elite like many of the longer kayaks will benefit from a rudder (they don't come as standard) which allows you to hold course easier in following seas (conditions coming from behind you), but it is not essential. In strong winds the longer kayaks have a tendancy to weathercock and face the wind - if you don't have a rudder paddlers often have to paddle a few strokes on one side for one stroke on the other to keep the kayak on course. But there are plenty of kayak fisherman who don't fit them so don't see it as an essential item you need in order to get out on the water. If you are looking for more of a 'battleship' type kayak which gives up some speed for extra primary stablity (which is the tippiness you feel when you get on the kayak) then the king of barges  would be the Malibu Xfactor. This is another high volume kayak well suited to the larger paddler. It may be a harder kayak to paddle as its quite wide but it will make a good fishing platform. Out of the two I'd recommend the Prowler Elite. |
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Post by speciman on Jan 19, 2008 10:13:56 GMT
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Post by squideyebarnes on Jan 19, 2008 10:57:31 GMT
cheers for that very intresting! will have a look around.
Andy
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Post by daznewland1 on Jan 19, 2008 14:57:33 GMT
looks good fun
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Post by blank on Jan 20, 2008 14:42:38 GMT
Dont you think you have enough boats Andy?  Mike |
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Post by upfalls on Jan 20, 2008 17:47:25 GMT
 Well now I'm impressed.
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Post by skatenchips on Feb 6, 2008 8:44:36 GMT
Get this months Boat Fishing Monthly Andy,itll "kill or cure" your fascination with wanting to go Kayaking. Brilliant article about the RNLI practice rescuing a bunch of yakkers off the welsh coast. God forbid....but id like to see em dragging your larger than life bod out of the briny...even in a practice. Bluddy good experience for the RNLI boyz though...lol. Gazza  PS...... www.boatfishing-monthly.co.uk/contents.asppage 50...big boy |
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Post by squideyebarnes on Feb 7, 2008 17:22:09 GMT
dont take the Mickey my birthday twin cheers ;D
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Post by markv on Feb 10, 2008 20:07:25 GMT
Just seen this on another forum, www.mokai.com Its got a 6hp 4 stroke Honda engine and can travel in 6 inches of water $3.450 plus shipping ;D  |
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would be the Malibu Xfactor. This is another high volume kayak well suited to the larger paddler. It may be a harder kayak to paddle as its quite wide but it will make a good fishing platform.
