Best Stand Up Fishing Kayaks<\/h2>\n\n\n\nBest Overall: Jackson Big Rig<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Jackson](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BIG-rig-705x191.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCheck Availability<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nAt thirteen feet long and 93 pounds, the Big Rig lives up to its name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Especially popular among larger and heavier paddlers<\/strong>, Jackson has produced a boat that people of all shapes, sizes, and flexibility can fish from with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDespite its size, the Big Rig is a joy to paddle and very responsive<\/strong>, handling more like a smaller recreational kayak.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s not a very fast boat<\/strong>, but the stability and support bar more than make up for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt can handle most lakes, rivers, and protected saltwater bays and has the storage capacity for longer trips.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- One of the best kayaks for bigger paddlers whether they want to fish or not<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 450-pound load capacity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Support bar makes standing easier and safer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Best Overall for Smaller Cars: Jackson May Fly<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Jackson](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Jackson-MayFly-705x189.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nA little lighter and shorter than the Big Rig<\/strong>, the May Fly is nevertheless a big and stable fishing kayak.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFly fishermen seem particularly fond of the May Fly<\/strong> and impressed at how fast it is and how well it tracks. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStability is fantastic<\/strong> with some paddlers able to launch while standing instead of squeezing into the seat and standing up later. If you are sitting, the seat provides great lumbar support.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLike most in the class, there\u2019s plenty of storage space <\/strong>both open-air and watertight to go along with strategically placed pockets for fishing tackle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- One of the more expensive stand up fishing kayaks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Tons of storage including easily accessible pockets<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Great for fly fishing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Best Budget: Diablo Amigo<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Diablo](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Diablo-amigo-705x493.jpeg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nA little smaller than the Jackson designs, the Amigo is lighter both on the water (75 pounds) and on your wallet. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nOnce underway, the Diablo Amigo has a competitive top speed<\/strong> which makes it a great choice if you have some ground to cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWind and waves do cause some tracking issues,<\/strong>, though they can be alleviated to an extent by installing a skeg.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStability is what you\u2019d expect thanks to the tri-hull design. This also lets the Amigo to maneuverable in really shallow water without running aground<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Great bang for your buck, but lacks angling customization options<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Preferred kayak for shallow water<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Skeg sold separately which improves tracking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Best Pedal: Hobie Mirage Pro 14 Angler 2020<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Hobie](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/ProAngler-14-1-705x240.png\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThe ultimate in fishing kayaks<\/strong>, this pedal kayak from Hobie is packed with accessories.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAt almost 14-feet long and weighing 120 pounds, it\u2019s not the easiest kayak to transport<\/strong>, but when it comes to fishing there\u2019s not much it can\u2019t do.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIn addition to the six rod holders, <\/strong>it\u2019s got several storage options including a removable bucket where you can store your catch.<\/p>\n\n\n\nReassuring stability on the standing deck is enhanced by a lean bar that supports you while you cast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you don\u2019t feel like paddling, the pedal drive system<\/strong> allows you to propel the kayak like a bicycle leaving your hands free to cast or troll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Requires more maintenance than traditional kayaks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- One of the more expensive kayaks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Can handle mild chop and wind<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Faster than a paddle kayak<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Quieter over the water when pedaling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Best Tandem: BKC UH-TK181<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"BKC](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BKC-TK181-705x445.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThe New York based Brooklyn Kayak Company prides itself on easy to use and accessible<\/strong> kayaks and their stand up tandem is no different.<\/p>\n\n\n\nA pair of paddle holders and seven rod holders<\/strong> keep your hands free and let you bring tons of gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWatertight storage space lets you bring more sensitive gear and at 68 pounds it\u2019s noticeably lighter <\/strong>than most boats in this category.<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou really do need two paddlers<\/strong> in order to safely handle it though which does limit its flexibility to an extent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Comfortable and molded seats but they can cause stability issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Weight capacity (440 pounds) limits it to day trips<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lightweight and easy to carry<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Two paddles included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Impossible to Flip: Malibu Kayaks Stealth 12<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Malibu](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Stealth-12-705x368.png\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nA big and versatile boat<\/strong>, the Stealth 12 from Malibu Kayaks is large enough to accommodate a lot of gear including dive tanks.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt only weighs 60 pounds, but at 33 inches wide it has some of the best stability in the class<\/strong>. If standing and casting makes you nervous, this is the boat for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThree storage areas<\/strong> including two watertight places give you room for your gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\nA central console \u201cbait tank\u201d is easily accessible from the stable platform and four rod holders <\/strong>ensure that your fishing tackle and poles are always close at hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNo seat is included<\/strong> however, so that will have to be an extra purchase. The one nice thing about this though is you can pick the seat that\u2019s most comfortable for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nAt thirteen feet long and 93 pounds, the Big Rig lives up to its name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Especially popular among larger and heavier paddlers<\/strong>, Jackson has produced a boat that people of all shapes, sizes, and flexibility can fish from with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite its size, the Big Rig is a joy to paddle and very responsive<\/strong>, handling more like a smaller recreational kayak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s not a very fast boat<\/strong>, but the stability and support bar more than make up for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It can handle most lakes, rivers, and protected saltwater bays and has the storage capacity for longer trips.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A little lighter and shorter than the Big Rig<\/strong>, the May Fly is nevertheless a big and stable fishing kayak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fly fishermen seem particularly fond of the May Fly<\/strong> and impressed at how fast it is and how well it tracks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Stability is fantastic<\/strong> with some paddlers able to launch while standing instead of squeezing into the seat and standing up later. If you are sitting, the seat provides great lumbar support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like most in the class, there\u2019s plenty of storage space <\/strong>both open-air and watertight to go along with strategically placed pockets for fishing tackle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A little smaller than the Jackson designs, the Amigo is lighter both on the water (75 pounds) and on your wallet. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Once underway, the Diablo Amigo has a competitive top speed<\/strong> which makes it a great choice if you have some ground to cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wind and waves do cause some tracking issues,<\/strong>, though they can be alleviated to an extent by installing a skeg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stability is what you\u2019d expect thanks to the tri-hull design. This also lets the Amigo to maneuverable in really shallow water without running aground<\/p>\n\n\n\n The ultimate in fishing kayaks<\/strong>, this pedal kayak from Hobie is packed with accessories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At almost 14-feet long and weighing 120 pounds, it\u2019s not the easiest kayak to transport<\/strong>, but when it comes to fishing there\u2019s not much it can\u2019t do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to the six rod holders, <\/strong>it\u2019s got several storage options including a removable bucket where you can store your catch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reassuring stability on the standing deck is enhanced by a lean bar that supports you while you cast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you don\u2019t feel like paddling, the pedal drive system<\/strong> allows you to propel the kayak like a bicycle leaving your hands free to cast or troll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The New York based Brooklyn Kayak Company prides itself on easy to use and accessible<\/strong> kayaks and their stand up tandem is no different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A pair of paddle holders and seven rod holders<\/strong> keep your hands free and let you bring tons of gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Watertight storage space lets you bring more sensitive gear and at 68 pounds it\u2019s noticeably lighter <\/strong>than most boats in this category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You really do need two paddlers<\/strong> in order to safely handle it though which does limit its flexibility to an extent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A big and versatile boat<\/strong>, the Stealth 12 from Malibu Kayaks is large enough to accommodate a lot of gear including dive tanks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It only weighs 60 pounds, but at 33 inches wide it has some of the best stability in the class<\/strong>. If standing and casting makes you nervous, this is the boat for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Three storage areas<\/strong> including two watertight places give you room for your gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A central console \u201cbait tank\u201d is easily accessible from the stable platform and four rod holders <\/strong>ensure that your fishing tackle and poles are always close at hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No seat is included<\/strong> however, so that will have to be an extra purchase. The one nice thing about this though is you can pick the seat that\u2019s most comfortable for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Best Overall for Smaller Cars: Jackson May Fly<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Best Budget: Diablo Amigo<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Best Pedal: Hobie Mirage Pro 14 Angler 2020<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Best Tandem: BKC UH-TK181<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Impossible to Flip: Malibu Kayaks Stealth 12<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n
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