type of peddle kayak for a 6'2 male 240??

[aschierenberg]

would like feed back on which type of peddle kayak to get for my size.6'2 240. also is there any place other then kayakcity or adventure sports to by a kayak? sorry folks i ment to say a peddle kayak not paddle..

[bigred23]

you can try Headwaters Kayak Shop in Lodi,  209/224-8367 talk to Dan (Paddleboy84) he is close and really helpful

[Paddleboy84]

would like feed back on which type of paddle kayak to get for my size.6'2 240. also is there any place other then kayakcity or adventure sports to by a kayak?

Welcome,
My name is Dan and I run Headwaters Kayak Shop in Lodi. What kind of paddling/ fishing do you hope to do? I have a few options at my store that would work for your size and would be happy to give you advise on other kayaks on the market that would also work. Most of the kayaks I have are 12 - 14' long. I carry Cobra, Necky, and Native. I also have a few used and trade in kayaks to help people get started. You are clone to demo ny of our kayaks out if your interested.

209-224-8367. Thanks Dergib for the referral.

Dan

[ravensblack]

http://www.sportsexpos.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewlocation&locationnumber=1

 An Ocean Kayak Trident 15  angler edition with a rudder would be a good boat for a guy your size. Yes see Kat at fishermans warehouse in Sac.

[dilbeck]

And there is this too.

[yakhopper]

Funny you should ask ,
I am 6'2" and also weigh 240.
My favorite ride is the Trident 15 which as many know has worked out very well for me.
I also would recomend looking at the Ultra 4.7 which may become my go to yak after a few mods I've been working on.
Here is a special I posted a few days ago:
http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php/topic,35276.0.html
Take your time and try a few different models before you jump into any one, and pick what is best for you.
If i can answer any questions feel free to call me.

See Ya Soon,
Eric / Yakhopper

[Squidder K]

I am 6'2 and float between 216-230, I have a used hobie quest, which I find to be really stable.  Plenty of room, it doesn't have as many features as some of the newer boats do, but it gets the job done. As for a paddle I use a bending branches touring length paddle with the yardstick marked on it.

[Sin Coast]

Hobie Outback, Pro Angler, Revolution 13, or Adventure. It seems like there aren't many Hobie dealers in NorCal. I can only think of the 2 you mentioned plus Kayak Connection in Santa Cruz.
Where do you plan to do most of your kayaking--freshwater or salt? Because that should factor into your decision too.

[AlsHobieOutback]

Hobie Outback, Pro Angler, Revolution 13, or Adventure. It seems like there aren't many Hobie dealers in NorCal. I can only think of the 2 you mentioned plus Kayak Connection in Santa Cruz.
Where do you plan to do most of your kayaking--freshwater or salt? Because that should factor into your decision too.

Yep, he said Peddle Kayak guys 

Here is another option for you: http://www.sportsexpos.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewlocation&locationnumber=1  Coming up in a few weeks up in Sac.  Many guys have gotten a great deal on kayaks at this event on closeouts from last years models.  If your serious, bring cash and make an offer.  Hardly ANY Hobie dealers give any sort of discount on their boats. 

[Bird]

Another Sac option for Hobies is California Canoe and Kayak on Folsom Blvd in Rancho Cordova.  They will let you demo as well.

[fisheducator]

[/quote]Yep, he said Peddle Kayak guys 

Here is another option for you: http://www.sportsexpos.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewlocation&locationnumber=1  Coming up in a few weeks up in Sac.  Many guys have gotten a great deal on kayaks at this event on closeouts from last years models.  If your serious, bring cash and make an offer.  Hardly ANY Hobie dealers give any sort of discount on their boats.
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+1 on sportsexpos- got a good deal thru Adventure Sports

Another Sac option for Hobies is California Canoe and Kayak on Folsom Blvd in Rancho Cordova.  They will let you demo as well.

Are they affiliated with ACK out of Texas ?

[dealmein]

I just joined this club last week. In September I bought a Wavewalker peddle kayak. I am 6'3'' 225. I can stand on it and
rock it back and forth, it won't roll over. There is a guy in Half Moon Bay that sells them. Let me know if you want him to set you up a test ride. www.hydrocycles.com.

[dilbeck]

sorry folks i ment to say a peddle kayak not paddle..

Actually, I think you meant to say pedal kayak.

http://www.sportsexpos.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewlocation&locationnumber=1

Here is another option for you: http://www.sportsexpos.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewlocation&locationnumber=1  Coming up in a few weeks up in Sac.  Many guys have gotten a great deal on kayaks at this event on closeouts from last years models.  If your serious, bring cash and make an offer.  Hardly ANY Hobie dealers give any sort of discount on their boats. 

+1 on sportsexpos- got a good deal thru Adventure Sports

These three guys know what they're talking about!  I'm one of those that Al mentioned who got a great deal on a kayak at the show.  You can get a GREAT deal if you don't have to have a 2012 model.  If you can live with an unused 2011 boat, you can easily save another $300-$400 if you don't mind haggling.  Go between vendors and pit them against each other. 

would like feed back on which type of paddle kayak to get for my size.6'2 240. also is there any place other then kayakcity or adventure sports to by a kayak?

I can only think of the 2 you mentioned plus Kayak Connection in Santa Cruz.

Another Sac option for Hobies is California Canoe and Kayak on Folsom Blvd in Rancho Cordova.  They will let you demo as well.

With the help of yourself, PK, and Bird, I came up with this list of Northern CA dealers, in order based on proximity to you in Elk Grove:

Adventure Sports - Sacramento & Rancho Cordova
California Canoe & Kayak - Rancho Cordova, Oakland, & Half Moon Bay
Sunrise Mountain Sports - Livermore
Wind Toys - Santa Rosa
Mel Cottons - San Jose
Kayak Connection - Santa Cruz

In the past, the top 4 dealers have traditionally been at the Expo.

Hardly ANY Hobie dealers give any sort of discount on their boats. 

Although I can't verify it, I've heard that Hobie won't allow its dealers to discount their products.  At least those of the current year. 

Are they affiliated with ACK out of Texas ?

Can't say for sure but I don't think they are.

+1 on sportsexpos-

BTW, am I the only one who thought this looked like sport-sexpos instead of sports-expos 

Hope this helps!

[fisheducator]

Nope  , my mind was in the gutter also 

[aschierenberg]

dilbeck. a few years ago my wife and i went to the ise and tryed to haggle with a few of the kayak dealers and they would not budge.so i told them that they were going to have there kayaks for a long time. going again this saturday and maybe just maybe i might come home with a new or used kayak. we will see.