Submitted by: ajm
11-06-2009
     I tried the 10 and 12' models of the Redfish and came away with the 10', mostly because of the weight (less than 40lbs) As I get older (64) I need less weight more than I need more speed. This yak is very stable and easy to maneuver. I'm a little claustrophobic so it's tough for me to use a sit in yak. The sit on top design also allows me to stretch my legs in any direction, which also gives my back a break.

My main needs are fishing and fun. The 10' Redfish does both extremely well.
Rating: 9 of 10

Submitted by: BT
06-24-2009
     I have what my wife calls a plastic navy of fishing yaks, all large, long and heavy to load: I purchased a Redfish 10 to use as a grab and go light weight yak. Tossed in in the bay today under choppy and breezy conditions.

The Redfish 10 tracks remarkably well for a short yak, is fast out of the hole, is quite dry with the scupper plugs in, and possesses remarkable stability, in fact better than many longer yaks. The factory seat feels like a kidney punch while sitting on a brick: I tossed it and installed a Crazy Creek air yak seat like I use in all of my other yaks: my Redfish 10 is now as comfortable as it is a joy to launch and fish from.

The Redfish 10 greatly exceeded my expectations. All of my fishing is in semi-protected bays in Southwest Louisiana. The Redfish 10 handled the chop and large power boat wakes extremely well. I love this little yak.
Rating: 10 of 10

Submitted by: Dave
06-15-2009
     The Red Fish 10 is my first Kayak and am very happy with. Picked up a used town and country sit inside so the wife could ride along - guess who gets the red fish? When I get to use it, I find it to be very comfortable and stable and a great way to spend a day on the water. I would recommend this Yak to anyone who is in the market; workmanship, ride and storage are first rate
Rating: 10 of 10

Submitted by: Psychnsc
07-07-2008
     This is my first kayak that I have ever owned, so I have limited experience to make comparisons to other kayaks. I can tell you that I love my Redfish 10. It is a very comfortable ride and is very stable in lots of different conditions. I have taken it on some local lakes, rivers, and canals. I try to do 4-5 mile long trips and have found the Redfish to offer a comfortable ride with nice tracking for a 10 footer. There is lots of storage for equipment too. I would recommend the Redfish for anyone looking to try kayaking for the first time.
Rating: 10 of 10

Submitted by: Ryan
06-03-2008
     Been out on my new Redfish 10 a handful of times now, and love it. For a 10' boat it tracks well. Very comfortable. I'm 6'2 180 and and have plenty of leg-room and stability. Comes with a really nice padded seat, paddle holders and adjustable foot rests. Also had a rubber hatch cover with plenty of storage room. At $599 it cost a little more than comparable boats, but it was worth it since none of the others I was looking at had any of the above features. I figured it would be worth an extra $100, and I was right. Redfish 10 is very stable in the water. Perfect for flat water like lakes & rivers. Even does good on the Gulf of Mexico on a flat day.
Rating: 9 of 10

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