Is the Sun Dolphin Journey 12 SS good for beginners?

Yes. The wide sit-on-top hull is stable and easy to re-enter, and it comes with a paddle and seat back. Its length makes it track well, though it is heavy to carry alone.

How many rods can it hold?

Three: two flush-mount rod holders and one swivel rod holder. The swivel holder is the one to use for trolling.

What comes in the box?

The kayak, a paddle, the padded seat back and the removable P.A.C. accessory carrier. A paddle holder is molded on deck.

Can I use it in the ocean or on whitewater?

It is designed for calm lakes, ponds and slow rivers. The open deck takes on water in chop, and the hull is not made for surf or rapids.

Does it have dry storage?

No sealed hatch. Storage is open deck space with shock-cord rigging plus the removable P.A.C. carrier, so use dry bags for anything that must stay dry.

How does it compare with a 10-foot sit-on-top?

The 12-foot hull tracks straighter and carries more gear, but it is heavier and harder to turn in tight water. Shorter kayaks are easier to transport and maneuver.

Sun Dolphin Journey 12 SS Sit-on Fishing Kayak with Paddle

Q: Where is the Sun Dolphin Journey 12 SS Sit-on Fishing Kayak with Paddle cheapest?

At Tractor Supply Co, for $330.77, as of our latest check.

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What reviewers say

Owners treat the Journey 12 SS as a solid entry-level fishing kayak that tracks straight and carries the gear they need. Most praise the stability and the included rod holders and paddle. Complaints center on weight and on how wet the open deck gets.

What people mention

StabilityPraisedOwners say it feels steady on lakes and ponds, even for beginners standing to cast.
TrackingPraisedThe long hull holds a straight line with less correction than shorter sit-on-tops.
WeightCriticisedOwners find it heavy to lift onto a roof rack or carry to the water alone.
Wet rideCriticisedPaddlers report water splashing over the open deck in wind and chop.
Fishing setupPraisedThe rod holders and shock-cord rigging are called ready to use without add-ons.
Seat and paddleMixedThe included seat back and paddle work for short trips but are seen as basic.

About the Sun Dolphin Journey 12 SS Sit-on Fishing Kayak with Paddle

The Sun Dolphin Journey 12 SS is a one-person sit-on-top fishing kayak with an open cockpit. It is made from UV-stabilized Fortiflex high-density polyethylene (HDPE). A paddle is included.

For fishing, it has two flush-mount rod holders and one swivel rod holder. A removable P.A.C. (Portable Accessory Carrier) doubles as extra storage. Shock-cord deck rigging provides additional on-board storage, and a paddle holder keeps the paddle secure.

The seat back is padded and adjustable. The foot braces are also adjustable, so the kayak fits paddlers of all sizes.

Type

One-person sit-on-top fishing kayak

Material

UV-stabilized Fortiflex high-density polyethylene (HDPE)

Cockpit

Open

Rod holders

2 flush-mount, 1 swivel

Storage

Removable P.A.C. (Portable Accessory Carrier), shock-cord deck rigging

Seating