The $2500 hobie is the top of the line fishing kayak, but you can get 4 models of peddle hobies for around $1800 or less. They often cut a bit off the price if you buy on demo days.
It's not pocket change, but it does include seat, rudder, and paddle, along with the peddle drive. If you buy a regular yak it might cost $800 - $1000 but you have to pay $200ish for a rudder and anywhere from $80 - $200+ for a good paddle.
I moved up slowly, started with a used $300 yak then a few more used and finally a couple of hobies. I drecommend a paddle yak to start because then you really appreciate the mirage drive if you go that route.
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