Smallest sot kayak

[jkilroy]

Okay, what are the current shortest, most lightweight of the SOT type of kayaks. I was also looking for one that is stable. I don't want a heavy one.
P.S. are they easier to flycast from than the sit -in type kayak.

Thanks jkilroy

[dunfly]

You can go as low a 8 feet on a sit on top, but it wouldn't be practical for fishing. I would say the shortest would be in the 10 foot to 11 foot range like the Wilderness System Tarpon 100 (10', 52#) or the Ocean Kayak Caper (11', 45#). I prefer the SOT for fly fishing because you have more elbow room for hauling on your casts and you can sit side saddle, which makes it easier to cast.

[0119]

Malibu makes a mini x factor thats 9ft and has a 300lb. capacity. Only 38lbs. too.

[bowfin47]

My seven year old loves his Ocean Kayak Kea - 8ft. 11 inches rated at 130-150 lbs. (even though he only weighs-in at about 60lbs.)

High quality - Stable - Easy to paddle...

It was an excellent buy!

He saved his own money for 2 years to purchase it! He's a great great kid!

http://www.oceankayak.com/kayaks/single_kayaks/kea.html

Is that small enough?

[jkilroy]

Anyone have the pelican SOT that is around 10' if so, do you like it?

[dudley]

The general store down the road sells Coleman kayaks
I think this is the one I've seen there
http://www.coleman.com/coleman/colemanc ... ryid=66002

[djo]

SOT kayaks tend to be wide, slow, and very stable. They also are rather haavy, mainly because of the construction materials. If you want a light SOT you might take a look at a Current Design Krestel 140 SOT (http://www.cdkayak.com/products/templat ... 010c744089). It is a 39 pound SOT boat. It is based on the very popular very stable Krestel design but in an SOT format. It is longer and a bit narrower than most SOT kayaks. It is much faster than almost any other SOT. I have never driven the SOT version buy have the SINK boat that has the same hull design. Within that class it is a very nice stable ride and much faster than is standard for a SOT boat.

David

[timkr]

I own a Hobie sport at 9'6". It is light, roomyy, and stable, and you can peddle it.