Kayak angling is a rapidly growing sport as more and more shore anglers are realising the benefits a kayak can offer them in terms of being able to access areas otherwise difficult to get to - this results in more fishing time and more fish not to mention the added benefits of exercise and the beautiful scenery encountered whilst exploring the different waterways - Sit-on style kayaks by virtue of their safe double hull designs and stability have become primarily the kayaks of choice for the sport.
Tope fishing off Tralee in a Viking Profish Reload
Any sit-on kayak can be outfitted to fish from and we are happy to advise on kayak choice to suit your needs and kit out one of our standard sit-on hulls or your existing kayak from our extensive range of accessories. Kayaking companies also produce specific angling hulls factory fitted ready to go like the ones listed below - More and more anglers are recognising the benefits of adding a motor to their kayaks to enhance their fishing experiences and you can find out more about this growing trend Here - Another way of freeing up your hands so you can fish on the move is by using your feet to propel you and there are a growing number of Pedal Drive Kayak options coming onto the market that you will also see in our range - If you have any questions as to which one of our angling kayaks might suit your needs best please just give us a call.....
Our Kayaks -
For additional technical information on each kayak you can click on the brand logo tab and be sure to check out our Fishing videos at the bottom of this page !!
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Where you see Package Price it includes a paddle and backrest...
Where you see Package Price it includes a paddle and backrest...
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Reload
L: 450cm W: 75cm Wt: 31kg Cmax: 200kg Package price: €1825 |
The Reload is Viking's flag ship angling hull and it's easy to see why - stable efficient hull design - six flush rod holders as standard - 2 rear bait wells - 1 central bucket hatch - A load and go central Tacklepod with transducer scupper - 1 large front oval hatch accessible on the water - an optional stern chillpod to keep bait and catches fresh - optional central kid pod to bring a small passenger - A wave piercing bow designed to generate lift and tackle surf transitions - bow slots with bungee for rod storage - All in the Reload with it's innovative tackle management systems and optional Bixpy motor assist makes it the ideal choice for those looking for a true off shore angling kayak...
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Abaco 420
L: 420cm W: 72cm Wt: 34kg Cmax: 180kg Package: STD: TBC PREM: TBC |
RTM's Abaco 420 is a stable platform hull that comes with 1 adjustable and 2 flush rod holders - 2 slidetrax rails - 4 lure boxes - central sealed console with rod tube - oversized front hatch with handy removable bin - optional Hi-seat - multi ridged hull resists wind drift - an efficient sharp bow designed to handle oncoming waves - The deck is ready to accept the efficient Torqeedo ultralite 403 trolling motor - All in the Abaco is a versatile angling kayak ideal to fish varied waterways.
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Paddle / Pedal or Power
HDPE construction...
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Vibe Shearwater 125
L: 381cm W: 88.9cm Wt: 37kg Cmax: 215kg Package Price: €1595 including rudder + paddle €1950 special offer including additional Pedal drive kit Arriving Spring 2024 |
The Shearwater 125 by Vibe was engineered to deliver the perfect fishing platform - the result is a hull with an unrivaled speed to stability ratio that offers limitless rigging options along with choice of paddle / pedal or power to get you where the fish are - It's many features include - HDPE construction - 4 position Vibe Summit seat with under seat sliding tray and optional summit perch for standing - Sonar pod to take transducer, battery and fish finder - front well storage locker with paddle park - easy access stern well - open deck with large, padded standing area - Easy access rigging deck plates - 4 flush mount rod holders - slide track accessory rails - two side paddle parks - molded in heavy payload handles - central Versa pod for when you just want to paddle along with sliding footrest gravity rudder steerage - Choose your pedal option from the Impulse propellor drive (one of the lightest and simplest drives on the market) or the quiet and efficient flipper X-Drive, both with hand steering - And if that's not enough the Gravity rudder takes the Bixpy Jet if you want to add some power !!
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HDPE construction...
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Makana 100
L: 305cm W: 84cm Wt: 34.9kg C.max: 181kg Package Price: €1495 including pedal drive + paddle Arriving Spring 2024 |
Vibe's Makana 100 is the perfect fishing platform for those seeking a compact easy to manage solution for their fishing needs, with it's class leading stability and maneuverability the Makana is feature packed offering - HDPE construction - super quiet flipper X-drive pedal unit or the lightweight Impulse propellor drive - steering via side handle and gravity rudder - dual position hero seat with under seat storage and optional summit perch - open deck for easy standing with 5mm premium non slip deck padding - 2 flush mount rod holders - slide track accessory rails - 2 tackle tray slots - under hull protected transducer port - 8 inch deck plate - front well with cargo net and paddle park - spacious stern well - All this and the rudder takes the Bixpy Jet if you want to add some power !!
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HDPE construction...
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Sea Ghost 130
L: 400cm W: 85cm Wt: 42kg Cmax: 250kg Package price: €1395 Arriving Spring 2024
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If you are looking for a kayak to venture further on any water then Vibe's Sea Ghost 130 will fit the bill - a fusion of speed, storage and stability are the hall marks of this feature rich kayak boasting - HDPE construction - Dual position Vibe Hero seat - 4 Vibe Phantom Grip carrying handles -Built-in cup holder - Comfortable, adjustable foot braces - Pre-installed toe controlled rudder system - 2 Flush mount fishing rod holders - Four Integrated, top-loading gear tracks - Fishfinder transducer port with mounting points and protective lid - Fast access bow paddle park - 2 Side bungee paddle parks - 8" sealed V-Wave deck plate with waterproof cargo bag insert - Large sealed V-Wave bow hatch with waterproof cargo bag insert - Rear cargo storage area with bungee tie down - Two tackle tray holders - Central Vibe Versa Console with dual mini hatches and cargo bags, magnetic gear catch and two top-loading gear tracks - Replaceable skid plate - And if that's not enough the Gravity rudder takes the Bixpy Jet if you want to add some power !!
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Profish 400
L: 410cm W: 78cm Wt: 28kg C.Max: 175kg Package price: €1295 |
Viking's Profish 400 is very easy to handle off the water and on the water is packed with features - six rod holders as standard - large front oval hatch and central bucket hatch - molded in side handles for easy lifting - A wave piercing bow designed to generate lift and tackle surf transitions with ease - central sealed well with wooden bait cutting board - Optional tackle management systems like the user friendly stern Chillpod and central removable Tacklepod - scalloped sides for easy paddle strokes - paddle parks on both sides of the kayak - large transducer scupper - With all of this on a low profile, stable and straight tracking fast hull and easy add on Bixpy motor assist it's easy to see why the Profish 400 is a leader in it's class...
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Profish 440
L: 437cm W: 77cm Wt: 29kg Cmax: 180kg Package: €1395 |
Viking's Profish 440 is an angling kayak that offers great versatility - with 8 flush rod holders - 2 rear bait wells - large central sealed well with rod hatch and bait cutting board - soft bait storage well - large front bow well with spray dodger accessible on the water - railblaza ready molded inserts, sliding footrests and innovative
tackle management systems such as stern chillpod and two central tackle pods - the bow handles any oncoming chop with ease and the 440's low profile hull offers minimal wind resistance making this an exceptional sit-on for coastal paddling - with it's stable hull design and easily accessible open bow well the 440 is also a favourite amongst kayak divers - you can also check out to the left the manufacturer's promotional video to give a full overview of the Profish 440 and see up close for yourself the design features of this great kayak... |
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Profish GT
L: 360cm W: 82cm Wt: 26kg Cmax: 175kg Package Price: €1495 |
Viking's Profish GT offers all the same features as the Profish Reload but in a smaller package and still with a great carrying capacity - despite it's shorter length the cleverly designed GT hull tracks like it's on rails and offers unmatched stability in it's class - the hull is also designed to handle tricky surf transitions with ease - well featured the Gt offers - 4 flush rod holders - side molded carry handles - Load and Go Tacklepod with transducer scupper - sliding footrests - central bucket hatch - oval front hatch offering great storage for gear - optional stern chillpod to keep bait and catches fresh and central Kidpod if you want to bring a small passenger -
with tackle management systems to beat the band and easy add on Bixpy motor assist, the GT is a nice choice for those looking for a versatile angling kayak to tackle river, lake, estuary and coastal waters... |
Abaco 360
L: 360cm W: 76cm H: 30cm Wt: 32.5kg Cmax: 170kg Package price: STD: €1195 PREM: €1295 |
RTM's Abaco 360 is little brother to the Abaco 420 - The 360 incorporates all the same hull and deck features but just in a smaller manageable package - rear tankwell - 2 flush rod holders - side mesh pockets - central sealed well with flip lid - sliding footrsets - 2 slidetrax rails - 1 adjustable rod holder - bow hatch with removable bin - 2 side paddle parks - coming as standard to accept a Torqeedo Ultralite 403 trolling motor the 360 is a nice option for anyone looking to fish both fresh and sheltered coastal waters with a kayak that is easy to transport and store.
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Let's go fishing....
Customers photos and Darrens Kayaks fishing videos at the bottom of the page...
Happy Days ....
Darrens Kayaks Angling videos...
Darrens Kayaks at the IKA Cork meet 2018 -
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Darrens Kayaks Bixpy rock fishing -
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Kayak fishing 2018 at Darrens Kayaks -
Viking Profish GT: the 4WD of fishing kayaks -
Sea kayak fishing at Darrens Kayaks -
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Darrens Kayaks Bixpy Jet trials & fishing session
Bird Island as beautiful as ever -
Darrens Kayaks Pedalfish 13 water trial -
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Darrens Kayaks Customised rigging of Oldtown Predator 13 XL -
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Darrens Kayaks Bixpy powered Riot Mako 12 water trial -
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Darrens Kayaks Pro pedal 13 open water trial with Torqeedo -