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I picked up a used Kraken 13.5 several years ago. This kayak does most things very well. Reasonably stable, tracks like it’s 15’, a great fishing platform in rivers or bays, not too heavy, durable, and super comfortable. I’ve owned several kayaks and this one is my hands down favorite.

I’ve paddled and owned many SOTs and I like the 13.5’ Kraken better than any of them. First, I’m 6’3” and 250 lbs. It’s quality, smartly built and durable with the fisherman in mind. Nice layout and storage. The seat is so comfortable other manufacturers have copied its design. Completely at home in small creeks to open water. It’s reasonably stable and I have no problem standing while I fish. Also, it is reasonably fast and tracks great, even with the rudder up. With a true high capacity, I can comfortably carry plenty of gear for a couple days camping. So, while it’s not necessarily the best at each of the qualities listed above, it’s great at all of them. Maybe that’s why it’s the one of my seven kayaks I grab the most.