What size kayak is best for beginners?
Most beginners do well with kayaks between 10 and 12 feet long. These offer a good balance of stability, maneuverability, and ease of transport. Tandem models are longer but still manageable for two paddlers. The typical average length kayaks—8 to 12 feet for a recreational kayak or 12 to 14 feet for a day touring kayak—will work well for a 6-foot-tall person.The catch classic 120 fishing kayak is designed for the more serious angler looking for versatility and comfort. Built on a tunnel hull, this 3. Its wide and flat deck platform provides a large standing area and room for your fishing gear.Something anywhere from 8 to 13 feet long should do nicely. Make sure that it’s wide enough to give you the handling you need. For most lakes, you should be fine in a recreational kayak similar to one for lakes. However, for larger lakes with bigger waves, you may want a touring kayak, instead.If you are just looking to get the family out on the water to paddle a bit then you might be able to get by with the lowest weight limit kayaks including kids’ kayaks (100-150 lb) or recreational kayaks (250-300 lb). Longer touring and sea kayaks will have more volume and can usually handle more weight (300-400lb).The Catch Classic 120 holds a maximum weight capacity of 400 lb, and if any water gets in, the scupper holes at the bottom of the kayak will help drain it out.