[Barracuda]

Hey guys, Cuda here. I'm planning on trying out Kayak fishing. And I want to know just about everything that there is to know.

-I'm planning on being in the santa rosa sound mainly just fishing for trout and reds. Which kayak should I get? under $1000 dollars if you can. I might also go out into the ocean every month or so fishing for kings and spanish and mahi-mahi and what ever else bites. I'm about 80 lb, (I'm 13 years old) but my grandfather and uncle are about around the 200-275 lb range. They will be with me on a different yak when I go.

- Any add-ons that I should get for my kayak? Livewell, cooler, etc.

-What are some good rigs/setups for the following?
-redfish
-seatrout
-king mackerel
-spanish mackerel
-Mahi-Mahi
-Blackfin Tuna
-Small/medium size Cobia
-Where online can I go to find some good wreck locations?

Thank you so much guys for the help in advance. Tight lines, and maybe I'll see you out there some day.

 

[PAWGhunter]

OK Prowler 13.

Amazing kayak. Bass Pro in Spanish Fort, AL has them for $699. (sold as OK Endeavor, but its a Prowler 13)

 

[Fishermon]

Get a good comfortable kayak life vest and floatable vhf radio. Always remember that safety is first.

 

[FLSalomon]

You will get a lot of good advice here from people that have been there before you. You can always ask for opinions and comments before you pull the trigger on a deal. +1 on the PFD and other safety gear.

Check out this link on the GCKFA site for some good information. http://gulfcoastkayakfishing.com/GettingStarted.htm

 

[Bahen]

Based on you screen name, I think you should go with the Jackson Cuda!

 

[Barracuda]

Alright, thanks guys. Sound's great! I'll have to check out the prowler 13. And about the setups for the fish?