Avalon 120

I have had this kayak for over four years now. I absolutely love it. I have taken it down a river and across several lakes. What do you have storage and great for fishing. The storage container right in the center is perfect for dropping a small angling bag in. I have also taken this on a three day river trip while packing 75 pounds of gear in the back and front compartments. This kayak tracks well and cuts down on excessive need for paddling. I highly recommend. You can also take a whoopin from rocks. Times on those low river beds it’s unavoidable. It really doesn’t show much sign of wear.

This is a heavy solid kayak and well suited for setting up with new fishing gear with all of the money you saved on this great deal. My only complaint, and it is a major complaint, I cant go out on a lake, or river, even on a smooth quiet day, with out taking on a lot ( and I do mean alot) of water in one or more of the hatches I presume. That water then causes the kayak to ride very low in the water and it becomes much less maneuverable. I would not want to be several miles out on the lake, or ocean and have water filled holding areas. I suppose I can take each hatch off, and reseal with silicone. It really seems nearly impossible for that much water to accumulate. I actually checked the bottom for a crack, but found nothing. Other reviews have complained about the same issue. I sure it is fixable. Still ranked it 4 stars, beacuse for the money, its still a well made yak.

I bought this Kayak about 2 months ago. I am brand new to the sport, and wanted to try it out. Being over 300 lbs, I was worried that I was too heavy for the sport. To my amazement, the Avalon 120 fits me perfectly. I have taken it out several times in the Connecticut river, which is known for having a deadly current. I cut through the river with ease. Have gone up the river several miles and back with no problems. I haven't fished with it yet, but it has several rod holders and rails on each side for various attachments. Overall, it is a great kayak for a great price. You can find them at Walmart for about $530.

I was surprised to get this quality of kayak at Wal-Mart but I am sure glad they had them. I have been very pleased with the quality and performance of the kayak. Very good storage, accessory rail, rod holder and the seat is sturdy enough for my 255lb load. I would recommend this kayak to anyone. My friends with the high end, high dollar kayaks have been impressed by how much quality I got for the money. It holds up to the abuse of sharp rocks shallow creeks.

Bought this kayak a few days ago at Walmart, this was not their usual brand. I have a SunDolphin Excursion 12' fishing kayak, it was the reason for buying the Avalon by 3rd Coast. Sundolphin was not a good fishing experience, nothing convenient for fishing, the Avalon however was different, much more storage space and very stable, fast and tracks 5 to 1 better than the SunDolphin. I will add a fish finder, anchor trolly and a few more accessories and should be about all I need for enjoyable river fishing. Three waterproof compartments and adequate space in the rear for cooler are a major plus. Cup holder is also well placed, overall very pleased so far with quality and usability.