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I've had my yak for nearly a year now with fishing trips about every weekend, and sometimes during the week. I fish in inland salt and brackish waters, in sometimes choppy water (but not too bad chops).
Bought mine at West Marine, so it's called the Cayman instead of Striker. Same boat, but with West Marine's name on it.
The yak has 4 molded-in SHALLOW rod holders that, unless you doctor them up a little, are useless, as your rods will wobble around and might fall out. I have an oversized milk crate in my tank well that has PVC piping for rod holders and my net. The crate also has all my fishing tackle, etc.
The standard anchor trolley is nice, but a little snug...loosened mine up a little, and seems to be better.
I bought a yak gear seat, and put it on the lower level seat. Real comfortable, and makes a huge difference for my 52 year old back and contributes to my (perceived) feeling of more security. I put plugs in the lower level seat bottom. When not anchored, I use the upper level seat to stow my anchor...just reach back and lay it there.
This yak's hide is real tough...I accidentally ran over an oyster bed, and just knew I had thrashed the bottom. Got home, checked it out, but only a few minor scratches.
I love the small compartment right in front of the seat because of how deep it is, compared to other kayaks I've had....fits my cell phone, wallet, granola/power bars, keys.
Some people don't like the molded foot rests, but I like them because there's nothing to adjust. They do at times push in on my legs, but I've gotten used to sitting accordingly to avoid it.
I initially mounted a Scotty rod holder on the right side towards the front where there's a molded in flat spot for accessories...unless your arms are real long, DON'T DO IT. I struggled to reach my fishing rod, so ended up moving the rod holder to the center of the boat where there's another place for accessories. Much better.
The bow storage is good size, but the actual hatch (hole) isn't that big. All I keep in mine is a change of clothes and emergency items anyway. So, works for me.
I have this yak at 4.5 because of its ride. Depending on current and wind, or both combined, or maybe acting against one another, the yak will act strangely, wanting to go its own way. I've learned to deal with it, because most times when I'm fishing, I'm off work and am in no hurry. For me, the positives of this yak outweigh this small con.
If you're looking for a stable yak that will hold a lot of weight, isn't too awfully heavy to lug around, will get you from point A to point B safely, and is a good price, then the Striker is worth a look!