I get a lot of requests for good fishing kayaks under $1000 . Not everyone wants to sink a few K into what is usually a new to them hobby. And not everyone wants to buy used. There’s just something about a brand new plastic boat that makes me smile. I recently ran a poll and let people list their favorite kayaks under $1000. Once I weeded through the kayaks that were over $1000 (using MSRP and current availability) I was left with 19 kayaks that I’ve both heard of and don’t think they’ll lead you to a swearing fit the first time out.
I am listing these in a couple of categories, Made in the USA and Foreign Made. I’ll be including a picture, the name, price, width, length, weight, and weight capacity of each. (Not all weight capacities are measured the same but are a decent indicator of load ability as listed)These prices and specs are from major retailers or the company themselves and do not reflect clearance pricing, special deals, or other discounts. Without further ado, 19 of the most popular fishing kayaks under $1000 .
MADE IN THE USA Kayaks Under $1000
Ascend 128T with Yak Power $849
Length: 12’8″ Width: 33″ Weight: 96lb Weight Cap: 350lb (NMMA)
Ascend 12T $649
Length: 12’0″ Width: 31″ Weight: 77lb Weight Cap: 350lb (NMMA)
Ascend H12 $699
Length: 12’0″ Width: 32″ Weight: 76lb Weight Cap: 450lb (NMMA)
Diablo Amigo $999
Length: 12’8″ Width: 38″ Weight: 75lb Weight Cap: 600lb
Jackson Cruise 10 $899
Length: 10’3″ Width: 32.5″ Weight: 53lb Weight Cap: 300lb
Jackson Cruise 12 $999
Length: 12’3″ Width: 31.5″ Weight: 63lb Weight Cap: 375lb
Native Ultimate 12 Basic $949
Length: 12’1″ Width: 30″ Weight: 55lb Weight Cap: 350lb
Ocean Kayak Prowler 13 $899
Length: 13’4″ Width: 28″ Weight: 56lb Weight Cap: 325lb
Perception Pescador Pro 12.0 $829
Length: 12’0″ Width: 32.5″ Weight: 64lb Weight Cap: 375lb
Perception Striker 11.5 $599
Length: 11’6″ Width: 33″ Weight: 65lb Weight Cap: 500lb
FOREIGN MADE Kayaks Under $1000
Eddy-Gear Stingray XL $849
Length: 13’4″ Width: 31.5″ Weight: 69lb Weight Cap: 670lb
Feel Free Lure 10 $999
Length: 10’0″ Width: 36″ Weight: 69lb Weight Cap: 375lb
Field and Stream Shadow Caster $799
Length: 12’3″ Width: 35″ Weight: 95lb Weight Cap: 450lb
Pelican Catch 120 $749
Length: 11’8″ Width: 34″ Weight: 69lb Weight Cap: 400lb
RipTide Kayaks A13 Waterhog $899
Length: 13’0″ Width: 34″ Weight: 70lb Weight Cap: 460lb
Vibe Sea Ghost 110 $829
Length: 11’0″ Width: 33″ Weight: 62lb Weight Cap: 425lb
Vibe Sea Ghost 130 $899
Length: 13’0″ Width: 33″ Weight: 74lb Weight Cap: 550lb