The short list
Heritage Red fish 12 advantage: made for fishing, comfortable seating. cons: a little heavy
Liquid Logic Manta Ray 12 advantage: DESIGNED for fishing. cons: don't know if there are any
Wilderness Systems Tarpon 120 Advantage: made for fishing . Cons: Cost
Native Ultimate 12: main advantage: high stability. Cool options. cons: no dry storage of any kind(without optional items)
Pelican Castaway 116 advantage: low cost. cons: resale?
Good fishing technique trumps all.....wish I had it.