Field And Stream Eagle Talon 12

Then most of the hardware from the forward trolley mount can be moved up closer to the bow. I'm weighing in at anywhere from 180 to 185 pounds. The Field and Stream Eagle Talon kayak was a 12-foot fishing kayak aimed at anglers and kayakers on a budget. If I hadn't discovered I hate fishing so much I'd probably still have it. With the Pescador you'll get a solid back seat, plenty of storage, easy dry storage operation and much better footrests.

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Discount Tire Direct. I've taken it out on Lake Cunningham and Lake Greenwood here in South Carolina, and I am pretty impressed. The two additional transport rod holders would provide for an additional pole and the other I would use for my fish net. Get ready to hit the water and make a splash with the Field and Stream Eagle Talon Kayak. I purchased the Field & Stream Eagle Talon Kayak at Dicks Sporting Goods for a little over $550. At 12 foot, the Eagle Talon 12 does not require registration. I felt I made the right one by dropping an extra $120 at for the Feel Free Kingfisher seat. Something to practice with and rig to my liking. A useful feature of this kayak is the framed seat. With features like adjustable backrest seating, tackle tray storage, and fishing rod holders, this kayak is a dream come true for avid anglers. Bought it at dicks on saleā€¦. Because of the dam we may have 6 inches of water in places and we have lots of rocks. Really, that's not too bad.

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Lowrance mark 4 hdi fishfinder/gps: $200. This is definitely the way to go. This photo was before I installed the rod holder tracks and adapters. Stores will barter on things like this at times. At my weight, I feel that the Eagle Talon glides quickly on the surfaces in the calmer waterways. The G2 scupper plugs offer 75% better drain flow thanks to an all-new drain valve. You can definitely tell the difference when sitting in the seat.

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The Lifetime Yukon Angler 116 is a little shorter and wider than the Eagle Talon but for roughly the same original price. They won't stay in the holes. I don't mind being wet, that's why I got a sit on this kayak sits very low in the water, minor chop breaks over the bow, and the scuppers can never drain all the water. I am going to be adding another to my arsenal and I think it'll be the Topwater 106. Take a few minutes to learn your paddling strokes. Right out of the gate, you'll have to upgrade the seat. FEATURES: ~1 person sit-on-top kayak. Put rubber washers in the middle to keep any water getting into the cooler or the Plano box. Not to complain, ultimately I just spend more time in the highly corrosive saltwater.

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The Field & Stream Eagle Talon kayak has a bunch of really cool fishing features. It came with a padded seat but the padding wasn't very thick and it was not very comfortable if you wanted to paddle or fish for any length of time. Another item that I liked was the adjustable foot pedals. Weight Capacity: 400 pounds. I think that's optimistic. After tying it up securely, I've been down Interstates with no problem whatsoever, but I can tell the difference in gas mileage dragging the trailer and kayak around. One of the most fearful mishaps is becoming trapped upside down in the kayak. If you were looking for a high-performance kayak with all the bells and whistles, this was probably not it. We try to post deals as quickly as we can but often times a deal can end on an item shortly after we post it. However, this is in a much higher price bracket. Even the 12' is only $999. I decided that it was time to replace the Bass Pro Seat. A full size crate will NOT fit in the back.

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If I were you and that $600 price point is where you want to be, then Austin Kayak has your deal right now but you have to jump on it ASAP! On the other hand, the Bass Pro Stadium Seat seemed much more stable and it's operation locked the seat into four positions. The plastic is good but that's about it. I am strongly considering one I just have no experience with FS quality, nor anyone I know. Paddle length is determined by standing straight, lift either arm up like reaching for something and paddle should reach from floor to fingertips or more. This is a $599 list price boat, that is frequently on sale for $500 or less, so it's not quite fair to compare this to kayaks more than double or triple the price. One was getting one of the kids' water splashers at Dollar Tree for $1 so you can bail any excess water out, plus a $1 sponge works wonders, too. By way of background, I use the Eagle Talon 120 as principally a fishing kayak on freshwater rivers, lakes and reservoirs.

2 x 6 Packs of Pad Eyes (Bass Pro Shops) $6. Enjoy your kayak, spend some time, do your research, make the right modifications that make a difference to your preferences and you should have just as great as an experience as I am having with this boat. It feels like it weighs the same as my old Old Town that was around 55 lbs. They have some restrictions. The only sporting goods store around here that I found these items in stock was DicksSports. Color: Camo/Compound Resin, Khaki Camo/Dry Blend Resin, Lime Camo/Compound Resin, Lime/Dry Blend Resin, Teal Camo/Dry Blend Resin. Seat wasn't the best. It also had a few features to make your fishing trip easier, such as an anchor. It is very stable when paddeling. However, be aware that sit-on-top kayaks provide little protection from the elements, which can be uncomfortable in chilly conditions.