Kayak Selection On a Budget |
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Written by Ema Grey |
Friday, 05 April 2013 14:28 |
With the recent arrival of McLellan Jacobs' carbon kayak, and its fifteen thousand dollar price tag, potential buyers have before them a new threshold of luxury. What, though, can budget-minded shoppers expect when exploring the market place for their next fishing kayak? We set out to explore the industry's current offerings, and tried our best to hover around a $500 (MSRP) budget. While one can find better prices if they search around on the web, we note MSRP pricing for a consistent comparison metric. The below models represent a cross section of the price point in question, and are, for the most part, aimed at the angling demographic.
The price point of $499 seems to be, with regard to budget-friendly offerings, the current industry standard. Anglers hovering on either side of that figure can find a diverse and plentiful array of options. It must be stated, however, that a value is not a value if it does not meet your needs. A rock bottom price may bring to the hasty angler a vessel incapable of floating them and their gear, and one ill-suited to the waters in which they intend to fish. As with all things in life, it pays to shop around. |
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