If you are a recreational kayaker, or new to the sport, you might not have a lot of money to spend on a new kayak and would prefer a more modestly priced entry-level model. You may have looked at used kayaks but you would prefer not to take the risk of someone else's possibly damaged kayak. If this is you, a good choice might be a Pelican Kayak.
Pelican has made a business out of designing and selling well-built entry-level kayaks. They might not be in the same class as the sleeker models put out by other manufacturers; a Pelican Kayak is still a very good choice for those just starting out. These kayaks are really good for flat-water creeks and lakes, and since they are below $300 they won't break the bank either!
Pelican specializes in entry-level kayaks that are either sit-in or sit-on-top models and come in a wide variety of configurations. The 3-layer molded design is extremely strong, impact resistant, and has good rigidity. These Kayaks are not as light as those made with composite materials, Kevlar, or even fiberglass, but they are strong enough to last for many years and provide enjoyment with typical use.
For sit-in kayaks, they have a model that is excellent for touring called the Persuit; one type of kayak that is designed mostly for sporting or fishing called the Getaway; and one that is designed more for recreational use called the Sport 94.
If you are more interested in the sit-on-top variety of kayak, Pelican offers the Zest and Viper models for recreational use; the Apex for touring; and the Castaway for sporting and fishing.
If you are more interested in using your kayak on family adventures, Pelican does offer recreational kayaks family use. These complement people with a wide variety of skill levels. The SOT models come with open cockpits. They also include built-in flotation, and have a reasonable amount of storage capacity. The Pelican sporting models are great platforms for fishing and have more than enough storage capacity.
Finally their touring models, which might not be the first choice if you those die-hard paddlers, are just fine for those who are on shorter trips on flat water.
Whatever your choice, Pelican kayaks are an excellent choice for the beginner or recreational kayaker.
