Galaxy sit on top fishing kayak

[thegrumpydad]

Hello everyone. First post on here. Names Lee , from Manchester. 41 yr old , marrried 2 kids , work in the chemical gases industry. Bit of advice please if somone wouldnt mind.

Had kayaks before. Recreational / tourers. But been looking at a fishing one.

Quite like the look of (granted not always an exact science ;D) , but the galaxy sit on top. Just a little concerned that at 9ft it may be a tad short and possibly not the easiest to maneuver / direct etc ?

Anyone any experience of these , or even opinions please ?

Would be used mainly around anglesey if that has any baring ?

Thanks in advance for any guidance.

Regards

Lee.

[izzetafox]

Lee,

Many variable here....your size and weight, what fishing are you planning?Close in on lures- long trips 2 miles out at anchor. bottom fishing.

You see Lee a 9 footer is great for the right job..... take a look at the Fatyak Kaafu in the review section that is a smaller yak but highly rated.

The two guys that run this site Zebra and Buddy live in Skelmersdale and near Manchester they aften get out for a paddle, Zeb has a Fatyak, if they or any of the other guys near you may be able to let you have a paddle. If you have paddled before you will know it is essential to try before you buy.

On other forums the Galaxy received a less than favourable review, having said that I have never seen one myself.

Short is excellent to maneouvre but not so good on tracking ( straight line) long does not turn so quickly but stays straighter and goes faster- important against wind and tide.

I know this can be a bit much at first but I hope it has helped.

Terry

[philpot]

Very well explained by Terry but I would also ask why do you want a 9' kayak. Is it for storage, transport or price. The reason I ask is because there is a halfway point that also may slot into your choice such as the Manta Ray11' and the Ocean Trident 11, both of these have great ability for fishing and perhaps a little further out.

I have two 9'6'' kayaks which are great fun in the summer for the family and I do use one of them for a bit of summer holiday fishing but prefer to have a larger kayak for full on fishing.

As terry said our own Zebra uses a smaller kayak for most of his fishing so is in a better position to comment but I would also suggest 12' as a minimum that I would have for serious fishing and paddling further afield. Kayaks such as Manta Ray 12, Tarpon 120 make brilliant fishing kayaks having better and more storage space and useful hatches to hold tackle and bait.

We have a saying here, ' try before you buy ' after all you don't buy a car until you have tried it . Kayaks vary in style, storage, speed, stability etc and it is very worthwhile to have a play with a few to establish which suits you.

Some dealers have a demo model or two and many of our members will allow you to try theirs which also gives you the chance to see how other anglers set up their kayaks.

Phil

[ZEBRA]

i got a few various models here your welcome to come try them out i am in skem

[BUDDY]

Hi Lee.
I live in worsley and have a Manta 11 you can try.
Steve.
Where abouts in manchester are you?
Steve

[thegrumpydad]

Thanks for the tips here guys.And the offers of having a try of your own boats,thats appreciated .

I will have a google of the models you`ve mentioned and have nosey.

The reason for "choosing" a 9footer isnt really a reason as such. I just stumbled across them whilst internet browsing , liked the features , and theyre very reasonible in price. Storage & transportation for the size was an added bonus also.

I will be arranging to try and get my bum on a couple over the next few weeks and get back and let you know.

Thanks for all your tips lads , appreciated.

Regards

Lee.