The following page provides information about sit on kayaks and kayaking
equipment.
One of the more popular kayak designs is the sit ON kayak (SOK). There
are several variations of this design, but each type shares several basic
attributes. Several SOK layouts have certain advantages as
well as disadvantages.
Sit on kayaks are practical for most applications. Most are durable
enough to handle rough waters without sustaining damage. Sit on kayaks have
one or two top mounted seats.
Sit on kayaks offer several advantages when it comes to fishing. Since the
angler is supported on top of the craft, designers are free to mold accessories
into the hull. Integral features of sit on kayaks may include rod holders,
storage areas and other conveniences. Sit on kayaks are usually propelled by simple double-bladed paddles,
being either feathered or un-feathered.
A specialized variation of the sit-on kayak hull design is the stand-up
kayak. Stand up kayaks feature pontoons that swing out
when fishing. When deployed, the pontoons give the kayak enough
stability to allow an angler to stand and fish. On most models, a leaning
post is used to provide extra stability while fishing. Stand up kayaks are
useful for applications such as sight casting in clear shallow areas or as a
fly fishing platform.