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Hey man, you’ve really gave a lot of useful information on this topic. I can tell you though, I’m 6’2” 460lbs and sport the NuCanoe Frontier 12, zero issues with it! The only questionable aspect is when being out in the sun for a while the deck begins to bow a little. Super stable, easy to get in and out of especially with the 360 swivel seat.

What a great video. I have been watching you and Gene for several years now and I was researching different kayaks to see which one best fit me. I'm 5'9" at about 250lbs. After weeks of research, my wife and I went down to Farmville VA and stopped into Appomattox River Company. They were great. They listened to what I was wanting it for and let me try a couple of different brands. Ultimately, I went with the SS107. I have had it over three years and I am happy with it. Also, three great videos that you suggested to watch. Thanks for the info and I look forward to your next video.

Thanks for the video Chad. Very helpful. Would be interesting to see you explain more the difference for tall big and shorter big kayaks.

Excellent video to help big dudes/gals select the right kayak. 👍🏻👍🏻

Just passed you on interstate in Forsyth ga!! Love it man!

Great video. A lot of great info shared as always.

Great video! Great tips. It's the small stuff we forget about that can easily ruin your fishing season. I would love to see more paddle content. Paddle Kayak fishing is truly an art form that is being phased out of competitive fishing. It's not only a healthier way to fish, but IMO, it's a much more rewarding technique.

I’m not a particularly big dude but your vid really is for all of us. Demo, don’t plop into seats, get in and out of kayaks responsively. and just generally use your head. Well done. Thank you.

Chad dude you are so back! Your content. Your advice, your focus is inspiring. I have been watching and following you for years. I met you wow over 10 years ago. Your work over the recent past is as good as it has ever been.So fun to watch you today. You today are the definition of a come back my friend. The knuckle head tournament! Come on what a huge idea. IMO today you are back to the top 5 kayak experts on the planet! Manufacturers take notice. You want to align with an influencer that can change your bottom line. His name is Chad Hoover.

Excellent Chad! I always believe the Jackson Yupik is the best for bigger dudes

Very informative thanks bud :)

Thank you thank you!!! You helped me so so much.

Love the video. A honorable mention of sorts. Is the wilderness systems ATAK series I love my atak140. Not pedal drive but is a amazing big person kayak I'm 6,3 at 350 and zero issues

Definitely a good video! I still need to tighten my SS127 seat but I've still got a little time yet before it warms up. I was envious seeing you down in Florida. But we don't have to contend with swamp puppies up here.

Thank you for the video. I don't considered a big dude but heading in that direction with age. I'm gonna demo a Native propel in July and pick up one by September. One Goal: Knucklhed in November and Ohio is coming with me.

The video I needed! 6'8" and fitting my frame has been a big concern. I had my sights set on a PWR129. I still plan to try and demo one but know now that a demo is mandatory. Thanks for the honest video Chad!

I'm 6'4" 300+. I love my WS Ride 135 with the classic low seat. I go inshore fishing in the aegean sea and this yak is super stable!!

Nice video! Not a big dude but no question on the NuCanoe Unlimiteds stability, me my little brother stood on the edge of that boat and it didn’t flip, total of use combined was 240lbs.

Love the Kaku Zulu I got, great stability and maneuver characteristics

*0:56* "...Like I don't have mirrors in my house.". Love the self confidence.

When I was researching my kayak I saw a video of a guy who had to have been north of 400 pounds and more like 450 riding a BigRig through some pretty rough water. It looked like a barge and he never lost position. It was hilarious. I still own and use my 2014 BigRig. Still a great platform for fishing the tidal Potomac, upper Potomac and Susqy.

Thanks Chad. I’m 6’7 and 330#. I have a Sea ghost 130 now but looking for something better.

Love my Bluesky Boatworks 360 Angler for fishing

One boat that could be added to this list but it’s a not an obvious fishing kayak is the crescent crew. It paddles really well and is very rigable.

Something to add, or I may have missed if you did include it, is that most of these "big guy" kayaks are HEAVY. I went with the Nucanoe Unlimited and love that boat, but my god there are days I wish I had bought the Lynx when I'm loading/unloading. Ensure if you are demoing a boat that you get the full experience of loading/unloading/portaging to the water. I think one of my biggest barriers to getting out sometimes is thinking about the hassle of moving that boat during the heat of summer. I ended up getting a Boonedox Landing Gear w/ a custom seat base to support it and that remedied the issue a bit, but there are still days I don't end up going out because I'm too tired to wrestle with that boat after a long week. I would also add that a number (not all) of these boats designed for bigger dudes paddle poorly. Regardless of whether a boat your looking at is PDL or motor driven, ensure that it paddles suitably for your abilities/strength. I can paddle my unlimited fine, but I discovered quickly that the trolling motor was the way to go if I didn't want to sweat to death after paddling more than a mile. For all of the bitching I've done in this comment about it, I really like the Unlimited as a bigger dude boat. The customizability of that boat for the entry price is awesome, it is stable as a table, and given its design paddles/handles alright. Additionally, the customer support from Nucanoe has been great for me, and parts for life is a pretty good vote of confidence in the quality of their product.

The scuppers that allow water out but not in are worth looking into if thats an issue

Another option, Crescent CK2 Adventure.

Thanks for the info and many other videos you make to help us! I’m in need start kayaking to loose weight and start my healthy journey. I currently weigh 340lbs at 5’11 so yeah I’m in need. Been listening to you and researching to purchase the correct one. I love fishing so want to combine fishing with exercise. Im leaning towards pedal drive. If you were me , what would you recommend? Thanks in advance

Thanks for the suggestions. Hoping to demo a Titan X 12.5, a OT 120PDL and an OT 136AP at a dealer later this month.

Hey Chad thanks for the video. These are my favorite videos. Question for you. I have the Pescador outlaw and I’m hanging around 260. I’m working on getting lower but I’m going to put the motor guide xi3 on the front. Do you think after wiring and battery and all my gear and me will I max out the weight. Just thought of that watching your video. Boat weight is 77lbs and max is 425. I mainly fish small lakes and medium size weight. Looking forward to your answer

im 5,11 270 im running a old town sportsman 120 paddle, with a xi3 100ah battery and a full to the brim 16x16 blackpak. i feel like its testing the limits but not sure. i want to get into the pwr119

Have you tried a kaku zulu pedal drive for a bigger guy ?

Awesome video and agreed the bigger you are the more you will probably want to stand up occasionally just for comfort!

I wish Jackson would bring back the Cuda HD and Liska. Both of them are good for big guys.

The best big dude kayak was the native Titan 13.5 but unfortunately they’ve discontinued it. Next would be a bonafide 127 aside from a grossly over priced Hobie lol

Chad, have you tried a Sholie?

I'm getting back into kayak fishing and have a question. I'm a double amputee and was told I could not use a sit on top because it would tip. I don't wear prosthetics while kayaking. So I bought a hybrid. When I first started many years ago I used a sit inside. Is it true I couldn't use a sit on top? Do you use your legs for stability?

Great video Chad! Very diversified and unbiased. Should be very helpful for those looking for a kayak. My tip for those looking to buy, you get what you pay for! Never more true then in the Kayak world. Save up for something good if you can't afford it now. Sure, you can go cheap, but you are going to feel unstable and hate it. Most cheaper ones are uncomfortable, unstable, and have poor handling. Even worse, going "newbie cheap" and buying one of those junk kayaks (like sundolphins at Walmart), that have two halves sandwiched together. Those leak horribly from the seam. May be fine for the lightweights and kids, but any grown adult will hate them pretty quick. Once the weight increases, and water starts getting in those seams, it will fill up quickly. I rented one many years ago for a river trip when my buddy who I was to share a canoe with had to back out of our group outing. I spent most of that day bailing out water with a solo cup. As for me, at 240, 5'10, I have 4 Kayaks. The most stable and luxuriously comfortable one is the Bonafide SS127. Awesome kayak, but heavy as a tank to deal with loading and unloading if you don't' have a dedicated trailer for it. Probably be the same for any "big boy" kayak, so be prepared. Its also cost me a lot of money being such a great base to build out your fishing machine beast of a kayak. The other favorite is an Oldtown Sportsman106, like Chad mentioned. Great kayak. I tend to use it more then my SS127 because it's just easier to deal with on those days I just want to get out and not dedicate a whole day. My third that I've not tried yet and just picked up over the winter is the FeelFree Moken 10 V2. Its going to be my new throw and go for those spur of the moment runs to the farm ponds after work. Good luck new Kayakers! Welcome to the club and keep those lines tight!

When the cost of a comfortable kayak starts to get close to the costs of a used full size bass tracker with a 40 horse 2 stroke motor and a trailer, i am going to start reconsidering weather i prefer plastic over aluminum???

5'5" around 355 I just can't afford the nucanoe unlimited do know anything about sun Dolphin boss 12ss great information on you helped my brother knowing what was best for him

Thank you for making this video. I reached out to another you tube personality with a question abt a fishing kayak for big ppl and the response was very disappointing so I stopped watching his channel. Anyway your video was very informative. All of the information you put in this video confirms everything it took me 2 years to put together on my own and a thing or two I hadn't taken into consideration. Thank you Thank you thank you

Crescent Crew a great double better single.

Chad what's your height and weight as a reference

Now you’ve to do another video, “Fitness Workout for Kayak Fishing.”

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