Tamarack Angler 100 Fishing Kayak

I have been enjoying a Wilderness Systems Pungo 120 sit in type kayak for 14 years. I love the kayak and I've used it for fishing but due to the hull shape the flush mount rod holders I installed had to be placed too far behind me. With a pair of bad shoulders it's uncomfortable to reach behind me that far. And there's not much room for my size 12 feet in the Pungos sit in type hull. I have always wondered what a sit on top kayak designed for fishing would be like but was hesitant to spend a lot on something I wasn't sure I would like. When I stopped at my local Tractor Supply store for dog food and saw a Tamarack out front priced at $299 I grabbed it. I figured this way I could try a sit on top and if I liked it then I'd sell it and shop for a higher quality one. We live on a tidal creek and I've had this out about 10 times so far and each time I ask myself why would I want anything more? The Tamarack is stable and tracks pretty well. The Pungo may be a little quicker but the Tamarack isn't bad at all. I don't take a lot of gear with me, two rods and a few lures, a PFD, a few cold adult beverages and a jacket and I'm good to go. I don't need rails for accessories or a fish finder. An empty Folger's coffee container fits nicely in the round hatch to serve as a dry box. The seat isn't anything more than a thin pad but the backrest is helpful. Sitting on a floating throw cushion helps make up for the inadequate seat pad and is comfortable enough. I tried using an Ozark Trail stadium seat that I've seen people say is a nice mod but IMHO it was horrible. Apparently Cascade Mountain has a stadium seat that may work and actually be comfortable. I'll never take this on a long journey, I just head out for several hours at a time. It's so peaceful and soothing to the soul to be in a kayak. And I have been catching more fish from the Tamarack than my bay boat : )

First time fishing kayak. Cheap and light weight. Holds all my fishing poles and some gear. Would like to have better dry storage. I think this kayak could use a better seat as my seat back broke after two uses. It broke at the hook, and it still works, but more comfort would be nice. There are many mods you can do on this boat. Much needed for a fisherman.

Great kayak for beginners not sure not sure about getting into the sport. It's an affordable kayak that will last a lifetime.