BarHopp'R kayak fleet currently consists of two Ocean Kayak Prowler Trident 13 ft. Angler kayaks (sand) and two Freedom Hawk Freedom 12 ft. Angler Kayaks (olive). The Ocean Kayaks are of course 13 ft. 6 in. long, and have a beam of 29 inches. Empty hull weight is 60 pounds, and the weight capacity is 425 to 475 pounds! The Freedom Hawks are 12 ft. 3 in. long (hull 9 ft., outriggers 45 in.), and have a beam of 31 inches. Hull weight is 69 pounds, and maximum weight capacity is stated at 275 pounds.
Each kayak is a sit-on-top (SOT) single seat vessel. Each boat can be equipped with either a Motorguide® VariMAX™ Great White® Digital Saltwater Hand - Control, Transom Mount Trolling Motor, or a Minn Kota Riptide RT45 Transom-mount Saltwater 12V Trolling Motor, that mount to an Island Hopper kayak mount, and is powered with a Group 24 12V battery stored in the kayak. There is a small extra charge for the trolling motor setups (see rates page). Accessories on board include light kayak PFD's, anchors and/or 5 ft. 6 in. stakeout poles, whistles, high-back seat, foot rests, built-in rod holders, tackleboxes, optional trolling motors, leaning post, and at least two rods/reels.
Both kayaks are extremely stable, and although the Freedom Hawk is designed for stand-up fishing, the Ocean Kayaks can also accomodate stand-up anglers unless you have balance issues. If you are an angler of advanced age who is missing the fun of fishing the flats because you have a hard time keeping your balance in conventional kayaks and skiffs, fear not, the Freedom Hawk is extremely stable, and perfect for you. You will be very comfortable fishing from this platform.
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