BigFlatBrook,

Kayak fishing is a hoot!! especially in the salt. Welcome to the "Dark Side".

Before you buy a kayak know what you want to do with it because that will determine what kind of yak that you will need. You will also want to try the ones that are appropriate for the mission. I could tell you all about my preferance (Tarpon 160i) but it may not be what you want or need.

I suggest that you surf the following sites. They contain lots of info that will be helpfull to you. The first two are not commercial sites but are communications between kayak fishers and/or people that have an intrest. The third is a commercial sponsored site that hosts a bulliten board.
[url=http://www.ultimatekayakfishing.com:1ebac]http://www.ultimatekayakfishing.com[/url:1ebac]
[url=http://www.newenglandkayakfishing.com:1ebac]http://www.newenglandkayakfishing.com[/url:1ebac]

You are from NJ and mention Janaca Bay so I suggest that you check this site out and visit Joey and Jon at their store. They have always treated me very well.
[url=http://www.kayakfishingstuff.com:1ebac]http://www.kayakfishingstuff.com[/url:1ebac]

If you want more specific info feel free to email me your phone # and I will call you.

Ct Don

[This message has been edited by Ct Don (edited 05 March 2006).]

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