ok, one more question from me on yaks, cant seem to find a answer anywhere, does my yak have to be registered with the boat commission like a normal boat?

you can register but all you really need is a pfbc launch permit

Gosh Darnit, bought my yak on sunday, totally missed this post, now just gotta wait for warmer temps, I know, I know its January,guess I'll start savin for a fish finder, oh and I bought my launch permit also, thanks for the info, what else do I need?

Anyone have any more info on Yaks? looking at the Hobies now I really like the option of the footpedals for lakes but in reality mine will prob see more time on the Yawk than anywhere.

Anywhere local to look at the hobies or did you order online?

Here is a good site for kayak fishing:

http://www.kayakfishingstuff.com/store/merchant.mvc

I am a proud owner of an ocean kayak drifter going into five years now.. it is as advertised  and makes for an excellent angleyak.. Hey wait a sec! I made a cool name for an "angler kayak"  wow "angleyak"!  Hey you seen the name here first! it's all on data!  Anyway, the special main feature here for me is this, although it isn't recommended , i can honestly stand up in it while out in the pond or slow meandoring river.. don't ask me why I like to stand from time to time though on the internet! lol.. anyway, no doubt this is the most roomiest most stableiest  I am considering the rudder kit but not quite sure if it will make much a difference  for the $.. also, I like minimizing accessories that may get in the way of sliding my yak quickly on and off my truck racks.( paddle clips - rod holders) should break down or be sub mounted (recessed) for convenience of transport. I have yet to find out if the rudder kit for the drifter is easy for breakdown..any care to elaborate , i'd appreciate the info. I'm going to customize flush rod mounts for trolling with my own leash safety strap design this season too.

the hobies are certainly #1 in kayaks....the downside is the price but if you can afford it then go with...kayak fishin is more fun that fishing out of a boat....look at the ocean, perception, and wilderness systems kayaks

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there is a place in butler   http://www.windnwaterboatworks.com/NEW_WWB_DEV2/Kayak_Stock.html


they have more than a few hobies in stock and for a decent price

This is where I bought my Hobie Quest kayak. Good service!

I used my old Garmin etrex for a long time when I went out on my kayak.
Until one day when I didn't pay enough attention and it ended up underwater half of my trip.
That was it. Lesson learned - always bring a waterproof bag.