Perception Outlaw 11.5 Review: Is THIS the Best Budget Fishing Kayak?

A quick walkthrough and first thoughts paddling the Perception Outlaw 11.5. Is this the best budget fishing kayak on the market?
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[@kue1master]

I use to have this yak like 4 of so years ago. It was super stable and comfortable. Wish I had it motorized because it was a pain paddling it. Wish I still had my yak!

[@FishermanFred2023]

I’m between one of these and an Old Town Sportsman 106. Leaning towards the Perception.

[@hikewadepaddle]

@@FishermanFred2023 Old Town's boats are great, too! I definitely would recommend trying both if possible.

[@FishermanFred2023]

@@hikewadepaddle unfortunately the only local place I’ve seen that offers a trial mostly sells Hobie which is too expensive for me right now haha. I have seen both in person though, the flat look of the Outlaw seems kind of different and cool. Waiting til I can find a sale on one.

[@stevenbillington1753]

My buddy has one of these with a bow mount xi3. It’s a beast of a platform. Crazy how much they cost these days compared to when they came out.

[@frankmorlino2605]

How do you feel fishing after 6-8 hours? Have a lifetime and seat kills me lol

[@hikewadepaddle]

@@frankmorlino2605 I haven't put that sort of time into it yet. I'm sure it would be great for longer days, though. I fish lots of 8-10 hour days in my Nucanoe Unlimited

[@shabby7127]

I am completely new to kayak and bass fishing. What are some things you would recommend to look for, and avoid with your first kayak? I'm a shorter dude at 5'4. I live on a lake and im getting irked with my inflatable kayak. And i have no idea why some kayaks are only a couple hundred bucks vs thousands. I appreciate your review!

[@hikewadepaddle]

@shabby7127 Firstly, WELCOME TO THE ADDICTION! There are so many variables that dictate whether a kayak is right for you. Budget, bodies of water you intend to fish, propulsion of the kayak, etc. One of the main things to remember is longer kayaks are faster and easier to paddle, yet smaller kayaks turn more easily. I could write for hours on the topic, and understand when it all feels overwhelming. Price differences normally come from production quality differences, paddle vs pedal, accessories, etc. I really recommend checking out The Bearded Paddler and Headwaters Kayak channels. They are awesome at what they do. All the best!

[@shabby7127]

@@hikewadepaddle will do! And thank you for the welcome! Looking forward to checking out some of your other videos!