something comparable to the Ascend FS128T??

[tiger9297]

I have a few kayaks but they are just for fun. I don't have a fishing kayak, but would like to get one. I'm new to this, so I don't want to spend a lot of money right out of the gate. I have looked at the Ascend FS128T at Bass Pro and it looks like a good kayak on the showroom floor, but the reviews on it are not good at all. They basically say the hatches leak, the storage compartment doors don't open or close well, and the kayak tends to warp slightly in the hot sun. I'm from Mississippi. We have HOT sun. This kayak sells for right at $700. Are there other kayaks in this price range that would be better options?