We just just bought a couple of Hobie Mirage Drive kayaks and yes I know...they're not really traditional paddle boats, but I'm not worried about tradition, I want ease of fishin and they provide it. I can fish my heart out and not have to touch the paddle as my feet do the peddle. It's stable too though weighs in at 58LBs for the ones I bought, but they do have a smaller and lighter model. Find a dealer and try one out. You may be suprised.