Best Sit On Top Fishing Kayaks of 2023

The Sea Ghost 130 is your ultimate companion for any on-the-water adventures. Spanning 13 ft, it stands out as one of Vibe's roomiest and most stable kayaks. The characteristic Vibe stability ensures seamless casting, whether you're seated or standing. The Sea Ghost 130 offers comfort and generous space for day-long paddles. Its capacity to effortlessly carry a substantial amount of fishing or camping gear ensures you reach your destination with plenty of energy left for the day ahead. Package Includes: Vibe Hero Seat 2.0

Features: Pro-Angler Solutions: Explore a myriad of professional angler rigging and ample storage options, complemented by an integrated rudder for energy savings during extended paddles or challenging weather conditions.

Impressive Weight Capacity: This kayak is the heavyweight champion in its class, boasting a robust 550 lbs capacity for all your gear and more.

Optimized Comfort and Sight Fishing: Experience comfort with the dual-position Vibe Hero Seat 2.0—breathable mesh fabric ensures quick drying and optimal support with adjustable straps. Enhance sight fishing with Summit Perch compatibility, offering two optimized seating positions in this quick-dry and plush seat.

Superior Functionality: The Versa Center Console includes watertight seals, hinged access, dual mini hatches with PVC cargo bags, a magnetic lure catch-all, cup holder, and two gear tracks.

Abundant Cargo Solutions: Ample storage with a 20-inch front hatch and an 8-inch V Wave Deck Plate, accompanied by a PVC cargo bag to keep gear organized and dry.

Accessible Rod Holders and Tackle Trays: Two rear flush-mount rod holders keep essential rods within quick reach, while two 3600 series tackle tray slots offer fast and secure tackle changes.

Protected Transducer Port: Ensure optimal performance of your fishfinder's down imaging technology with a protected transducer port, equipped with mounting points and a lid for collision protection.

Durable Skid Plate: Safeguard your kayak's keel with a replaceable skid plate, providing protection against damage when navigating rough surfaces.

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The new Wahoo boasts a 12.5' long by 33" wide incredibly stable design. With a roomy open cockpit design, including adjustable foot pegs and aluminum top load gear tracks, you’ll have full control guide this highly versatile yak to your local fishing hole. The lightweight aluminum frame seat will keep you comfortable while you fish and the the rear tie down system will keep your gear secure for that "Big One!" The new Wahoo is rudder and micro power pole ready (not included), so feel free to customize after purchase.

The Angler version of the popular lightweight Caribbean 12 turns a great paddling experience into a best in class fishing platform. Includes a removable front hatch liner, two flush mount gear tracks installed with YakAttack rod holder and track mount, and two additional flush mount Sea-Dog rod holders behind the cockpit. Stern tankwell fits a wider variety of tackle management systems.

The CATCH 100 is made for the more advanced angler looking for a kayak packed with convenient and comfortable features for the ultimate fishing experience. All of Pelican's boats have been thoughtfully designed with the most convenient and comfortable features to suit each paddler’s specific needs. The outdoors is now within your reach with the perfect boat waiting for you.

Find your adventure with the HOODOO Element 95 sporting kayak. This recreational beast is for those who want to relax or fly through the water. From beginner to experienced kayakers, this will give you comfort and convenience. Weighing in at only 45lbs, any member of your family can take advantage of its benefits!

The Yellowfin 100 offers a compact yet feature-packed space in a 10-ft grab-and-go kayak. Despite its smaller size, it delivers adventure-worthy performance and ensures maximum stability. The Yellowfin 100 comes equipped with two sizable deck plate storage hatches, built-in rod holders, a Hero Seat 2.0, and a spacious bungee tank well. Ideal for various water types and conditions, the Yellowfin 100 caters to all skill levels. It's particularly suitable for beginners, young adults, and individuals seeking a kayak they can easily transport to the water independently after a day's work.

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Santa Cruz kayaks are built for one purpose, to catch more fish without the balancing act. Fast, unmatched stability and light weight, a great combination not found in any of the competitors’ models. The Founder, Jim Martin has been fishing and diving the California coastal waters since 1975. Spearfishing, abalone diving or just exploring the underwater world. “I wanted a kayak that suited the sort of conditions that I fish and dive in, so I had to build my own.“ Friends wanted one, soon after, the Raptor was born.

Formerly known as the Tarpon 100, the new Tarpon 105 is the same sit-on-top legend but revitalized and refined. Retaining everything paddlers love from the celebrated original with improved comfort, stability, speed and paddler interface, the new Tarpon is easily the most versatile boat in the Wilderness Systems lineup that is equally at home on rivers, lakes or oceans. Every detail is carefully crafted and executed flawlessly to bring you boundless paddling perfection.

The Pescador Pro is a real fishing kayak for real fishing enthusiasts. Chock full of fishy features with the tracking and stability discerning anglers have come to expect from today's fishing kayaks. Featuring a new removable stadium-style seat with two seating positions - upright and recline - that can move on the fly with a molded-in accessory track recess. Storage and rigging opportunities are abundant with a stylish bow tankwell with mesh cover, rear tankwell, molded-in rod holders, recessed tackle box storage, accessory track system, and even a center console for rigging fish finder electronics. Just add water and fish on!

The world’s first sit-on-top with foot wells below waterline delivers an amazing combination of speed, comfort, safety and stability that makes long paddling trips easy. You get a smooth stroke that never hits your knees. Glide like you’ve never felt before. You get more miles, and longer days on the water. Featuring our patented “Scupper Valve” that drains the cockpit if you take water on. Got waves? The Scupper shreds them. No matter what your adventure-fishing, diving, touring, surfing, sailing or camping-the Scupper abides.

The Frontier is the ultimate hybrid kayak, designed from the hull up for serious anglers and hunters. Whether you are fly fishing in salt water, bass fishing in a river, or hunting in the marshes, the Frontier fishing kayak will maximize your experience.Ridiculously stable, surprisingly agile, and easy to paddle, the self-bailing Frontier knows no limits. Go solo in style or tandem with room to spare. Position seats, rod holders, and accessories anywhere along the 70" Freedom Track. Face the action with 360 degree mobility. And don't just stand, walk & fish with confidence on the 20" wide Cast & Blast Deck.

The Profish 400 Lite sets comfort, performance, and stability benchmarks for all fishing kayaks. Matt Watson of the ITM fishing show chose the Profish 400 due to it's light weight and maneuverability.

Filling the “mid-size” category the Profish 400 takes Vikings incredibly robust design and wraps it in a package weighing just 24kg (unruddered) without compromising our 30 year hull warranty*.

Brass inserts have been moulded into the hull to make fitting accessories such as adjustable rod holders and anchor lines (running rigs) a breeze.

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The cockpit has been ergonomically designed for greater comfort for paddlers of all sizes while still allowing the use of a variety of seating options for a truly custom fit.

The sides have been scalloped to allow greater paddling efficiency while allowing maximum stability for all paddlers from those new to the sport discovering kayaking for the first time to the expert targeting trophy fish in big water.

Choose the Profish 400 Lite if you’re looking for a serious paddling and fishing kayak offering the ultimate in comfort and features that’s light and easy to manage both on and off the water.

Whether a seasoned kayak angler looking for more capacity, an angling enthusiast looking for a dry ride or a novice who wants extra security and stability the Prowler Big Game II has a little something for everyone. Central to the Big Game II are six strategically placed mounting brackets that allow the user to outfit the boat based on their personal specifications without having to drill into the hull. The Prowler Big Game II features stern stringers designed to carry volume in the rear of the boat. This combined with the Element Seating System delivers stability, security and a seamless connection between the paddler and the kayak.