Though it’s not the fastest boat around, you’ll be happy to float in the Crystal Explorer and simply take in the view around (and below) you. These broad-hulled kayaks are stable, steady and perfect for use on lakes, ponds, calm ocean waters and lazy rivers. If you want your adventure on the water to also come with an unimpeded look at what’s underneath, then a unique see-through kayak from Crystal Kayak is the way to go. Sit style: Sit-in | Weight: 48 pounds | Length: 11 feet, 1 inch | Weight capacity: 425 pounds And while most kayaks tend to come with minimal seating, the Targa has comfortably padded seats to help you make the most of your leisurely trek on smooth waters. There’s a bow storage area with a removable hood, a removable cooler, three molded-in cup holders and a stern deck bungee area to secure your gear. You’ll have the best experience with the Targa 100 in calm or slow moving waters, and it has a wealth of conveniences. And it displaces enough water for a maximum capacity of 325 pounds. In addition, it can also get up a decent bit of speed on open water. It’s highly maneuverable, so docking and avoiding rocks isn’t a problem. And its 10-foot length balances steady tracking with nimbleness in turns. The 32-inch wide hull is broad enough for easy stability, even in choppy conditions (important for peace of mind if you’re just starting out). While not suited to whitewater, this kayak is about as close to a one-size-fits-all as you can get. Sit style: Sit-on-top | Weight: 57 pounds, 8 ounces | Length: 10 feet | Weight capacity: 325 pounds But once you try it, there is no going back to a standard kayak seat.”

“At first, you might not realize how comfortable the seat's leg lift system is. “When you spend hours on the water, a good seat is imperative,” Morrow said. Steve Morrow, kayaking expert, outdoor enthusiast, and founder of Paddle About said what really sells the Aspire 105 for him is the Phase 3 Air Pro seat. The cockpit has ample room and adjustable padded thigh braces for a personalized fit, a watertight hatch, two bungee cord storage areas on the deck, and carrying handles on both the bow and stern.

That shape also helps with speed it can handle open water just as gamely as a calm lake. It's perfectly shaped so as to blend maneuverability and gliding, which makes it both adaptable and incredibly stable no matter where you’re paddling. That being said, the Wilderness Systems Aspire 105 is highly versatile, so we feel confident awarding it the best overall. There's no one-size-fits-all kayaking experience, so choosing the best overall kayak is no easy task. Sit style: Sit-in | Weight: 48 pounds | Length: 10 feet, 6 inches | Weight capacity: 400 pounds

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