Thirty kilograms or more is not uncommon. Think about your rods, reels, tackle, bait, electronics, anchors, clothing, PFD, etc you’ll be surprised how much there is to consider and how quickly it all adds up. When looking at this weight don’t forget there is not only your own weight but you also need to add a good margin for all your gear. Manufacturers will state a load capacity figure - this will give you a guide of the maximum weight the kayak can handle. Kayaks by design will only support a certain weight before they become unstable and may even become submerged. Weight capacity is another critical factor you need to consider. Today there are fishing kayaks suitable for everyone, small fishing kayaks for young Johnny, big single person kayaks for Dad, and double kayaks that are capable of being used by Mum and Dad or an adult and a couple of small kids (although three people fishing at once off one kayak is probably pushing it a little too far). Stability is also a factor that will be high up on your list if you intend on spending a lot of time fishing in rough water as will be speed if you intend on doing lots of medium to long distance paddling. For example, if you plan on only fishing from your kayak in the relatively calm east coast, you might not be looking for the same features as someone who is fishing from the surf- ridden west, where you will need lots of safe and secure storage for your rods and tackle and a kayak that will ride up and over the waves.
Where you plan to fish will have quite an influence not only the type of kayak but also the features on the kayak that you may require. All of these factors will give a weighting to the selection of kayak models you have to choose from. Your kayak selection will be based on many factors including where you plan to fish, the type of fishing you intend on doing, who is using the kayak, and your budget.
The single most important piece of equipment you need to take up kayak fishing is of course the kayak.
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