Kayak Manufacturers

Doing research for a new angler kayak for lakes and streams, I found the amount to choose from quite confusing. So I compiled a list of manufacturers so I could more easily narrow down which one I want. Here's all that I found. I've also been comparing roof rack systems which I included at the bottom.

 

Notes: In general, smaller kayaks are easier to maneuver, slower, and better for smaller bodies of water and rivers. Longer kayaks are more difficult to maneuver, more stable, faster, and better for larger bodies of water. Also consider weight and transportation. Heavier kayaks can be difficult to load/unload on top of vehicles.

 

Kayak manufacturers and models built for fishing

 

Diablo Paddle Sports

http://www.diablopaddlesports.com/

• Amigo
• Adios
• Chupacabra

 

Eddyline

http://eddyline.com/

• Caribbean 
• C-135

 

Elie

http://www.eliesport.com/

• Coast

 

Emotion

http://www.emotionkayaks.com/

• Glide Sport Angler
• Guster Angler
• Renegade XT
• Stealth

 

Feel Free

http://feelfreeus.com/

• Move Angler
• Lure
• Moken

 

Hobie Fishing

http://www.hobiefishing.com/

• Mirage Pro Angler (pedal system)

 

Jackson Kayaks

http://jacksonkayak.com/

• Big Rig
• Big Tuna
• Coosa
• Coosa HD
• Cruise
• Cude Series
• Cuda HD
• Kilroy
• Kilroy DT
• Kraken
• Mayfly
• Skipper

 

Liquid Logic

https://www.liquidlogickayaks.com/

• Manta Ray

 

Native

http://nativewatercraft.com/product/slayer-propel-13/

• Propel (pedal system)
• Slayer
• Ultimate
• Manta Ray
• Versa Board (standup paddle board)

 

Nu Canoe

http://www.nucanoe.com/

• Pursuit
• Frontier

 

Ocean

http://www.oceankayak.com/

• Tetra
• Trident
• Malibu
• Caper
• Prowler

 

Old Town
http://www.oldtowncanoe.com/

• Predator - http://www.predatorkayak.com/
  • MK (Minn Kota motor)
  • PDL (pedal system)
  • XL (removable utility console)
  • 13
  • MX
• New Loon
• Vapor
• Twin Heron

 

Pelican

http://pelicansport.com/

• Sentry
• The Catch
• Premium Strike

 

Viking

http://www.vikingkayaksusa.com/

• Profish

 

Wilderness Systems

http://www.wildernesssystems.com/us/

• ATAK
• Radar
• Tarpon
• Thresher

 

 

Kayak Rack Systems for vehicles

E-Trailer

http://www.etrailer.com/

 

Elm Bay

https://www.elmbay.com/cargo-carriers/

 

Inno

http://www.innoracks.com/

 

Malone Auto

http://www.maloneautoracks.com/kayak-carriers.php

 

Rhino Rack

http://www.rhinorack.com/products/water

 

Thule

https://www.thule.com/en-us/us/sport-rack/kayak-roof-racks

 

Yakima

https://www.yakima.com/activity/load-assist