Looking for First Kayak - Fishing & Diving

[OtagoAngler]

I'm looking at getting my first Kayak for fishing and diving around Dunedin. Have come across a few different kayaks, wondering what is best for fishing/diving without breaking the bank. I've found some 2nd hand Viking Espris for around $800, PF400 $1,000 (bit beat up), Ocean Kayak Elite 4.5 $1,000. Any recommendations? Cheers

[AndrewRawlingson]

They are all good yaks. Bigger is generally better on the water, but harder to handle out the water/car top etc. Espri is a cool little boat, but maybe a little too small for serious diving?

[OtagoAngler]

Cheers! think I've decided to get the OK Prowler 4.5. Looking forward to getting out for my first mission

[tuaman2]

I get out in the kayak most weekends in dunedin if you are keen for a fishing buddy, just flick me a text on 0211502636. I have a viking profish reload and a tempo 2, both are great yaks

[OtagoAngler]

I get out in the kayak most weekends in dunedin if you are keen for a fishing buddy, just flick me a text on 0211502636. I have a viking profish reload and a tempo 2, both are great yaks

Sounds good mate, keen as to take the new kayak out for a fish. I've sent you a txt

[tuaman2]

Whoops my number is 0211502635! I am heading out this arvo if you are keen to tag along

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[jimmyP81]

Hey I am from Dunedin also and looking for people to go with. My catch from the weekend. Message me always down for a mission


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[Marc N]

Great catch!

[tuaman2]

Hey I am from Dunedin also and looking for people to go with. My catch from the weekend. Message me always down for a mission


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Hi Jimmy, sounds good! Just flick me a text!

My haul last friday! Bit bumpy out on the water, my usual spot I went to produced one then had no hits after that. Paddle over to a long line of weed, saw good sign on the sounder and pulled up the rest!

Decided to call it a day once the barracoutta came around.

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