There are many different types of kayaks available in the market today. Below I will go over some of the differences of each type of kayak. From sit on top, to sit inside, lightweight kayaks and pedal kayaks.
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Hurricane 14ft kayak is made from light weight plastic benefits are kayak moves fast in the water due to being super light in weight. Makes cartopping much easier as this kayaks weights under 50lbs. Only drawback is the cost very expensive 1500.00 and up on average. The kayaks also isn't as thick of a plastic so you have to use care when near coral shell beds and other spots that the kayak could be damaged. Eddyline and Hurricane both make these types of kayaks.
Hurricane 14ft kayak is made from light weight plastic benefits are kayak moves fast in the water due to being super light in weight. Makes cartopping much easier as this kayaks weights under 50lbs. Only drawback is the cost very expensive 1500.00 and up on average. The kayaks also isn't as thick of a plastic so you have to use care when near coral shell beds and other spots that the kayak could be damaged. Eddyline and Hurricane both make these types of kayaks.
A sit inside kayak, benefits usually lighter in weight due to hollow center. Comes in many different size. Many professional kayakers use these because they are fast in the water and can be very narrow in design. Drawbacks include water once inside the kayak does not leave the boat so it has to be sponged or pumped out. Stability can be more for the intermediate kayaker. Some of these also have narrow openings so if you have a large waste you might not fit inside. But they do make larger cockpits on some models. Leg spacing can feel cramped in some models so comfort can be lacking. If you don't like closed spaces then look into a sit on top kayak like above.
A sit inside kayak, benefits usually lighter in weight due to hollow center. Comes in many different size. Many professional kayakers use these because they are fast in the water and can be very narrow in design. Drawbacks include water once inside the kayak does not leave the boat so it has to be sponged or pumped out. Stability can be more for the intermediate kayaker. Some of these also have narrow openings so if you have a large waste you might not fit inside. But they do make larger cockpits on some models. Leg spacing can feel cramped in some models so comfort can be lacking. If you don't like closed spaces then look into a sit on top kayak like above.
The hobie foot pedal kayak is controlled using your feet and the rudder using one hand. One of my personal favorites! Your legs are bigger muscles than your arms so it will be similar to bike ridding the faster you move your feet the more you will feel your muscles working. Benefits include faster recovery time after your done kayaking. This type of pedal goes through weeds with ease and doesn't get stuck as much in seaweed conditions. The one shown above has the newer upright seat but they also come in soft seats which are lower to the water. The upright seating is easier on the back. The only drawback is the heavier weight of the kayak. But they do offer dollies for transporting to the water which is worth the price! The longer you go the more it weights the one in the picture is 10ft. Cockpit in this type of kayaking can make standing harder but hobie makes different models like the pro angler which you can stand and fish from. Some hobies have reverse some do not. How often do you go in reverse on a kayak not very often unless your a fisherman and need to back away from a dock or something. The hobie can do a circle for turning around so reverse is often not nessasary.
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