Newbie - Advice, direction and general information

[jakespop]

New to Kayaking and looking for a tandem kayak to be used on lakes / rivers and possible inter coastal (Hilton Head, SC type). Will be used for fishing plus general recreational use (Kids)

Looking at Tandem (trying not to go Canoe)

Sit on top vs. sit in kayaks?

Any help is greatly appreciated. Budget conscious so please no .. Hobie responses. I would love to get one if I could. I can't.

Has anyone hear of Crescent Kayaks? There is a local outfitter in my area that can outfit to include flush mounted rod holders and more for a reasonable price.

Thoughts, reviews, experience?

Thanks in advance