Top 10 Fishing Kayaks Under $1000 | 2018 Edition
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Here is a list of our top 10 Fishing Kayaks under $1000 for 2018.
Here are the specs for each boat as well a link to learn more and see more videos. Also check out playlist for Viewers Rigs to see some rigged out yaks!
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Vibe Yellowfin 100: $649 W/ Paddle
Length: 10'
Width: 32"
Capacity: 375 pounds
Weight: 57 pounds
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Vibe Yellowfin 130 Tandem: $999 W/ Paddles
Length: 13'
Width: 35"
Capacity: 500 pounds
Weight: 80 pounds
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Nucanoe Flint: $999
Length: 11′ 3″
Width: 33″
Weight: 63lbs w/o Seat | 73lbs w/ Seat
Capacity: 375 lbs
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3 Waters Big Fish 105: $799
Length: 10'6"
Width: 33.5
Weight: 89lbs
Capacity: 380
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Feelfree Lure 10: $999
Length: 10'
Width: 34"
Weight: 69lbs w/o seat 85lbs with seat
Capacity: 375
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Feelfree Moken 12.5: $799
Length: 12' 8"
WIDTH: 32"
WEIGHT : 72 lbs
CAPACITY: 419 lbs
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Native Manta Ray 12 XT: $899
Length: 12'7"
Width: 33"
Weight: 63lbs w/o seat 68lbs with seat
Capacity: 235lbs
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Vibe SeaGhost 110: $829 w/ Paddles
Length: 11'
Width: 33"
Weight: 63lbs
Capacity: 425 (seems generous to me)
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Vibe SeaGhost 130: $899 w/ Paddles
Length: 13'
Width: 33"
Weight: 74lbs
Capacity: 550 (maybe before it sinks) There will be video on this!
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3 Waters Big Fish 120 $999
Length: 12'
Width: 36"
Weight: 99lbs
Capacity: 400lbs (Yet real world holds a larger person than a SG 130)
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We love the Vibe SG130, fished these in lakes and the gulf!! Super stable and the hatches stay dry!! With all the features you get with the vibe plus GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE all under a 1000.00 bucks that's hard to beat!!!
Awesome review last year when I bought my first kayak. This video was so much help. I got into my yellowfin 100 and don’t regret it. Great starter kayak. But now I think I am going to upgrade to a big fish 105.
I picked up my Big Fish 120 a week ago and have been out once. This is my first kayak, I'm 64, 6'1", 250lbs. I was concerned, due to its weight and size (and mine), that it might be a bear to paddle. I took it out on a local reservoir/river in a light wind (10-15mph) and chop. On the contrary, it was a dream to paddle even with the seat in the high position. It tracked very well regardless of the direction of the wind, was extremely stable and maneuvered well. I seriously could have gone all day. I got a Werner Shuna paddle and I can support everything you've said in your other videos about spending money on a quality paddle. I know this can be a real expense for many people but I'm a firm believer that you don't want to practice false-economy when making a long-term purchase like this. Do you research, save for what you want, try not to cut corners, and it will reward you by making the experience even better than you imagined.
MrSteve280, so I’m eleven I’ve looked into buying the big fish 105, for my fishing I’m in a little league sport fishing... would you recommend it?
My first time Kayaking and this Kayak held strong. ruclips.net/user/postUgkx4k5UrhC3v_Y4hIEaXLGvHcN5a5aBmZNB The water got pretty rough as a speed boat zipped by me, and the Kayak withstood it (I expected to be capsized). The Ores are very easy to put together, the pump worked beautifully. the seats are a bit hard to sit in after a while (I recommend sitting on the floor). after reading the reviews I was very scared it'd get a hole in it, the material is very strong and durable. The Air valve may need a small Phillips head screwdriver to adjust, other than that, it's well worth the money!(update)I've gone Kayaking in 3 Lakes and 2 rivers totaling about 40 miles. the kayak had two holes and they patched easily and no other problems can't wait for kayaking season this year!
Great Video! I picked up a Vibe SeaGhost 130 on Tuesday! Had it on the water for the past 3 days. Great Kayak!
I've been fishing out of my Yellowfin 100 for a year now and love it. I mostly fish big ponds and calm flatwater lakes. The stability is great even at 6' 1" and 200 lbs but it takes some practice to stand and fish. Like you said, it's a great grab and go yak. I can pull up and have it in the water and launched in minutes and the same for docking and loading. I highly recommend it for anyone as a starter yak and anyone only fishing small water not wanting to break the bank on something they don't really need. I do recommend installing an anchor trolley and anchor. There is plenty of room in the hull to put a battery for a fishfinder and any other electronics too. Another recommendation is to spend a little money and upgrade the paddle. The one that comes with it is great as a back-up but the plastic blades and aluminum shaft gets a little tiresome to paddle after a few hours or if the water gets rough in bigger lakes. I found an Aquabound Sting Ray Carbon Posi-Lok for $150 on a local site and I love it and can tell a big difference. In fact, enough of a difference that if I bought a bigger kayak I'd probably research getting an even better paddle. It really makes it a lot more enjoyable if you're going to be out for several hours. I hope my personal review might help reninforce your great review for anyone starting out. One last note. You need to think about how much you're going to use it and where and maybe think about waiting a little longer and saving up and just spending the money right off the bat to get a bigger, more stable, and possibly a peddle kayak. I will definitely keep my Vibe Yellowfin 100 because it fits a personal need for grab and go but I'm honestly already wanting a Hobie Pro Angler or Native so I can cover bigger water, faster.
I got the Big Fish120 and I love it. It is so stable and has tons of room. But it really needs a rudder to help with the tracking. Other than that its was the best money I've spent.
Great unbiased and informative reviews!! Thank you VERY much.
Oh and i am looking forward to your 500 line up!
The vibe sea ghost 110 looks awesome I like the storage and the rudder that comes with the kayak
Really nice breakdown on the info section for easy comparison. Great video
So many good options out there now for paddlers for reasonable prices. This gets me pumped for the future of kayak fishing!
I love the Nu canoe, amazing customization and stability.
Excellent video. I'm in the market and this was extremely helpful.
I lov these videos, this is like the third time I watched it.
I also wanted to apologize when you tried to give advise and i ignored it on performance and speed being better then stability. I suppose i just wanted something simple yes later down the road when i have more experience i will be looking into a bigger better kayak an more costly by that time newer better kayaks will be out and i will be coming to u again with comparisons. you still have the best vids compared with others even mentioned that in the comments on a few of them on some comparison vids for kayaks your the only person who not only talks about the specs but shows how each one u spoke about performs on the water and thats what makes choosing easier.
I’m a 5’11” 285 Anglr and have had the sea ghost 130 for about two months and I absolutely love it. I’ve tipped some other kayaks in past as a big guy and this yak is plenty stable for me to stand up and paddle off the shore line. Haven’t stood up to fish yet but don’t think there would be any issue with it.
OMG Dan, why are there so many great choices....Great video. very helpful.
Nice looking kayaks, man, that Big fish 120 has my attention haha great video!
I love the big fish one so much. Thanks for making this video sir.
Appreciate the info and video series, have a Yellowfin 100 as a first yak and love it
I just orderd a Big fish 120 for the quality and price it's a real winner i'm getting a rudder put on it and will be using it here on the Venice Laguna in Italy,thanks for sharing
We have a couple of Moken 12.5’s (and a Moken 10 as well) and we just bought a Big Fish 120. Haven’t been able to get it out yet.
We love our Mokens, but we are not off shore fishermen so we have found a couple of mods for another seat. Can’t wait to try that out as well, because the 12.5 is a dream to paddle and the ONLY drawback for us is the seat- though it is comfortable in its own right.
Some badass looking kayaks!!
I want that 105 so bad!!!!! Good video guys!
Thats It, We're Goin Fishin! Thanks for watching!
Great review. Now its time for me to choose one
Love this two person . I have very low vision and my husband like to fish. The grand girls love these boats.
thanks for including he specs in the comment. wish other review videos had this, too.
Ordered a Vibe SG130, and that sucker is being shipped in tomorrow. CAN NOT WAIT.
Dom Bogey congrats dude! You will love it.
That big fish 120, very nice. May have to take a look.
The Cabela's Advanced Angler 120 is the same boat, obviously made by Big Fish. The Cabela's price is $999 , too, but I was lucky and got one that was returned to the Bargain Cave for $700. I really like the hull design. Great boat, it's just not as fast as many others, but, I'm fishing, not racing. I'm going to see if there's a way to add a hatch for dry storage.
I've found that the ascend 128t is the best boat for under a thousand great for standing up
Great review Dan. As a newbie i haven't put a lot of thought into the different types of paddles. Have you reviewed what to look for in a paddle?
Great review.good info.thanks
Awesome video!!! So many great choices!
Yankee Tanker Outdoors right! It’s a good time to be getting into yak fishing.
Great video! Thank you! Which kayaks would be best for slow to medium rivers and sometimes fishing?
Love this video! Inspired me to buy the big fish 105 in urban Camo! To bad I couldn’t purchase from headwaters. 😔
Can’t wait for the under 500 video!!
Thanks for a great review
Thank you for the education!
good review very helpful thanks
While I appreciate your video, one thing I would ALWAYS like to see or to know is the hull configuration of any boat that you review. It seems that tri-hulls are more stable when standing so for me, this would be an important feature to know about
Anyway you guys can do best fishing kayaks in the $1000-$1500 range?
Man I wish you guys had a shop in New Hampshire! Awesome video
Nice! Hope to upgrade next year to a hobie
Would love to see a 2019 version. Trying to buy my first one this month !
Same!
Im getting one son for summer!
I like the second one you showed
Would like to see $1000-$1500 line up. Such as the feel free lure 11.5, and the bonafied. Maybe even just a vs video of those 2
Awesome video had to sub keep them coming God bless...
Really looking at the seaghost. Which one would do the best in case I came up on very shallow water? I go from rivers to lakes.
How does the big fish do on slow moving rivers? I m concern about the tracking.
Stuck between the Big Fish 120 and the Moken 12.5. I fish mostly on open lakes. I like having stability while standing and a higher seat, but then you have the trade off for speed and paddling ability. What would you recommend?
Thank you for the great video!
I suppose all of these kayaks are plastic kayaks. How do they compare to fiberglass fishing kayaks like stealth? I'll be buying a kayak for offshore fishing.
When I was teaching self rescues, I had a student who had a frame style seat from a good brand and he broke it in the normal trial of re-entry and self rescue. Do you think the frame style seats are weaker than the older style seats? They don't seam as durable and definitely not made for offshore where a deep water self rescue is a must.
Question for you Dan. I have narrowed down to the Sea Ghost 110, Flint or Moken 12.5. I live in North Central Florida. Mostly will be in rivers or bays. Would like to try BTB one day as well. Which of the three would you give the nod to?
What length would you recomend for basically anything freshwater. Other than rapids of course!
id really like to see an on water review of the pescador pro!
I currently have the perception pescador pro 100. I really like the boat and have taken it out 5 times on creeks and rivers. Everything is great except that I can’t fit my poles underneath the boat and there is only one 6 inch hatch to the dry storage. I was told by the place that I purchased the kayak from that I could return it for a full refund. They have the big fish 105 that I was also looking at. I noticed that there wasn’t storage under the boat but they also had built in rod holders and standing room while only being 50$ more. I just wanted to know if you thought it would be worth it to get the big fish and your opinion on how the kayaks stack up to one another
Outstanding. Question: Which one on this list comes with or the possibility to install the foot paddle? If the answer is none so what’s my option for a foot paddle for under $1200
Do you need to drill any holes on the big fish 105 for a fish finder like the garmin striker would the sea ghost 110 be a better fit? I'd be fishing lakes and would the sea ghost be better since it had a scupper hole for the transducer I need the stability tho
What kayak would you suggest for camping. I plan on doing kayak camping with my son and his friends this summer and all I have now is for lifetime tamarack kayaks
When is the 2019 video coming out?
Hi, Dan!
Do you have the 2019 Vibe 130 T available?
i looking at fishing tandems that i will be solo in 75% of the time. what would you recommend? yellowfin and the lure ll or something else?
What do you think the most stable one is? Looking for something (as a short big guy) that I can stand up and cast in... thanks!
My wife and I are at a Crossroads . was wondering if you could do a video on just a Dorado and 11.5 and nothing else . We are trying to figure out is it worth buying the overdrive and motor and adding it to our lure 11.5 or is it worth spending the money to upgrade to a newer Dorado. we're having a tough time deciding which route we want to go and they're really just isn't a video with a side-by-side explanation on why you would want to do one or the other . We understand the different options that you can get going to a Dorado so it's not the options difference it's just are we better off to spend a little bit of money and keep what we have or in the long run is it just not worth keeping what we have and upgrading thank you and please respond. I hope you can make a video so my wife can make a better informed decision
outstanding video!!!!
MOBBIN Outdoors thanks dude!
I never kayaked before , so I started watching videos online to get a ideal of what to buy because going to Walmart probably not the best bet. After watching several of your videos I narrowed it down to two Bigfish 105, very stable I would be doing small river fishing so it would be perfect for that location. When i watched another video of yours it said people often have buyers regret buying a slower more most stable boat they can, I was thinking about going with Feelfree Moken 12.5: $799 so I can take it on small rivers for fishing or if I wanted to go for a distant paddle this boat wouldn't be so slow it kill me. Im 6'0 225 LBs any advice be helpful , I plan to of course bringing a life jacket an investing in a good paddle an par-taking in a lesson before jumping in the water.
Dan, Can you ask Eddyline kayaks to make the fishing kayak with 27" width and 15+ feet Length
Will a pedal drive work with the big fish sonar pod hole? Like the feel free lure.
I love my vibe sg110 but hot damn, i would cheat on my sg110 with the bigfish given the chance.
Hola. Peso 96 kg y mido 1.78 mts pensas que ese kayak Feelfree Moken 10 Lite me aguantara bien ? Gracias!
Would you consider the big fish 120 to be good for the ocean as well? I want to get in to kayaking but probably won't be able to upgrade when I'm better at it and want to venture out further than the bay
I'm a bit torn between the big fish 120 and the bonafide ss127.which would you reccomend and why?
These kayaks are insane for the price
can the skip jack turn into a "single" seat like the yellow fin? where the front seat can slide to the middle and a kid sit in the back seat?
Hi Dan. I’m looking for a kayak that I can use for photography and keep leaning toward the fishing yaks. Since I’m a newbie can you tell me if I’m on track and if so what would be a good boat to start with. My concerns are stability, storage and maneuvering. Thanks !
The problem with the Bigfish is it's enormous even in the 10 foot version, the height of it is insane and makes it so much harder to maneuver out of the water than everything else out there. And nothing compares to the FeelFree 0-gravity seat, most comfortable and adjustable seat on the market.
Have you done a video on the best foot drive kayaks for the money?
Is a vibe sea ghost 130 a good beginner kayak? im 15 and have fishing experience but no kayak experience. I fish for reds and trout in somewhat open water with wind usually.
I love these. I am kind of torn on the feelfree lure 10 and the big fish 105.
But for me the bigfish takes with with rudder ready and the thru hull sonar pod.
I like the gravity seat better but the big fish being able to convert to a fold back leaning post is great also.
Maybe at some point this year ill be able to get a couple for me and my son.
For now its sticking with out diy kayaks.
Really great over view of these yaks. Thanks!
NiteWolfe Fishing On a future video I’m working with Marvin outdoors to do a DIY kayak build with the $500 budget
Nice, I built mine for under 200. But i used a lot of iso on marketplaces to find materiel's.
Dont get me wrong i love my diy yaks...But i so want one of these!
All of them look great but that bigfish 105 looks perfect for river fishing the Brazos.
how come the kaku wahoo was not in the line up ? they awesome fishing kayaks
I'll take either the 2nd or the 4th one
Dan i have a question for you unsure if you will know the answer. For the 3 waters big fish 105 can you replace plastic floor mat an install new floor mat or deck mat?
Ive got one of the yellowfins you mentioned in the video. Its a great little boat for the money and it doesnt weigh much so car toping it is very easy. Plus you really do get some nice features on it as well. Ive also added one of the poor mans power poles as I call them to the back of it. Along with building my own all in one battery box with the fishfinder and transducer arm all mounted to it. It all fits right between the front foot rest. So I just put it on when in use and pack it up when Im done. One thing I will admit about the vibe kayaks though is I dont think the plastic of the hull is as thick as higher end brands. It seems like the deck has a lot of flex in it. I had one of the Jackson cudas before and it just seemed like a much tougher kayak.
Jason S I agree. Compared to the Feelfree, Native, Nucanoe the plastic on the Vibe is thinner, but they also weigh a lot less. Same material just less of it. Bonafide took the same approach with their new yaks. They have more flex, but they are way lighter when car-topping. I’ve had very few Vibe Warranties, but when I have they have replaced every one no questions asked.
Headwaters Kayak Yeah im not to worried about it myself as most of my fishing is done on lakes where im launching in sand. And I love the lighter weight since I do car top..
Have you posted the video for $500 and under kayaks?? If so what is the link? Looking forward to see what u recommend..
I really want the big fish, but I’m looking into a pelican catch 100 for the price and the fact I can grab local. I’m curious though, have you ever used a catch 100? Your opinion would mean a lot. I’ve been in a tamarack and I’m looking to upgrade paddle and boat.
This was a great video my friend! Any plans to do a top 10 with the next tier of fishing kayaks?
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The 3 Waters Big Fish 120 link takes you to the Vibe kayak instead of the 3 Waters. Very helpful video though!
FishingVirginia yikes Ill fix that. Good catch!
Those vibe hatches are the same as my old town.
You should do 10 best pedal drive fishing kayaks of 2018 and put them in order from good to best with pros and cons not sure of what pedal drives you carry but would be cool to see but nice video Dan keep up the good work man
Don Juan yes it’s tricky because I don’t sell all the brands and I don’t have a solid relationship with another local shop that would work with me. I’d want to include Hobie and Wilderness and Old Town for sure.
Oh yeah I gotcha man it wouldn't be fair to the other brands and to the people that own those brands but who knows you might get a good relationship with another shop that carries those brands
Hi im 5'5 and like 150 pounds is the feelfree lure 13.5 to big for me? Or is it all subjective?
might be a dumb question but do you know to register your kayak? I live in Texas.
I am looking at getting the yellowfin 130T. I can't seem to find any accessories for it.
So torn between the Sea Ghost 110 or the Big Fish 105.....primarily a bass fisherman so leaning towards the Big Fish but the Sea Ghost with the rudder and paddle is an awesome deal.....6'0" and 230 so both should work.....decisions, decisions.....
Hello, wondering if you can help me size a paddle. Im 6'2" with long arms and a Sea Ghost. Thanks for the great videos.
Hi I'm looking for a kayak that allows me to have everything in arms reach since I feel that since I have knee cramps I will have a hard time getting stuff and suggestions on a good kayak BTW I weigh 215 and I'm 5'11
I just found you this week and have been watching all your videos... Ive only just even knew about fishing kayaks to be honest and have looked closely at the Vibes.. What I want is to use it to fish lightly but mostly paddle boarding with space for my dogs.. Something super stable... Now ive seen so many brands im not only sold on the vibe... what 1 would you pick for that?? Seems like they all are great!!! There is nobody here selling these to try out!!
Karen Jones I like the Crescent Kayaks SUP + and the Vibe Maverick if your looking for something hybrid.
Does the seat come completely out for lighter loading?
Great video
Joe C. Thanks for watching!
A best standing kayak for fishing vid would be cool
That would be fun. Plan on doing a stability comparison soon. Capacity for yaks is all over the board, and I think it would be fun to take a few popular boats and actually put them to the test with weights and see if they hold the loads they claim.
Now that's something I would really like to see.. I'm 320 and want to get into yaking big time.. wont be standing much but I'll mainly be in the flats and of course I want it super stable
I am 315 - I bought an ascend fs12 some years ago - it works just fine - I have loaded it down with myself, days worth of gear, cooler, and even the occasional kid/dog - Never once had a stability or weight issue