Old Geezer,

If you are "old", as I am, it is important to consider the fact that it is a lot easier to get on and off a sit on top (SOT) kayak than it is to get in and out of a sit in kayak (SINK). Once in a SINK you are pretty much stationary untill you get out, the SOT it is easy to move around on and relieve that sore cheek. I have a SOT Tarpon 160i and usually sit sidesaddle if I am going to fish in one spot for a while, I also sit straddling the yak.

A long yak is faster and tracks straighter and paddles easier than a short yak, the short yak is more nimble and excells on rivers, small ponds and lakes.

A SOT is a wet ride but you sit a bit higher over the water, while the SINK is "dry" and you sit much lower in the water (casting distance comes into play).

The SOT has more avaliable space on which to hang gear. It is generaly the choice of the fisherman. The wilderness Systems Tarpons and the Hobie Adventures have been designed with the fishermans needs in mind. I would recomend either one.

As with anything, you should do your homework and test drive before you buy.

You can get some ideas by surfing these websites, go to the photo galleries to see what can be done.
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Enjoy what ever you finally decide on. Kayak fishing is lots of fun.

Ct Don