How wide is the Jackson Bite kayak?
With an 11’6 hull designed by Jackson Kayak’s top hull design team and at a class-leading 35 in width, the Jackson Kayak Bite Recreational Sit On Top Kayak performs to the paddle-ability and stand-ability standards you are used to in a Jackson Kayak. Sit-in recreation (9′-11′) – Sit-in or sit-on-top recreational kayaks average about 10′ long. This is the most common kayak stype and size for recreational kayaking.In the end, it all comes down to your priorities. Sit-ins are great for touring, cold water, and anyone who needs the speed and control of the traditional kayak experience. But for beginners, anglers, divers, or anyone who might hop out of their boat for a spell to enjoy the water, you can’t beat a sit-on-top kayak.The Wilderness Systems Tarpon 105 is the best sit-on-top kayak we’ve tested. It’s comfortable, stable, and paddles easily, with an open top design. The best affordable boat is the Quest Passage 100. Its sit-in design is stable, lightweight, and easy to maneuver.