Malibu Stealth 14 Fishing Kayak is used by a lot of people for both saltwater and freshwater, but it is mostly used as a saltwater kayak that will definitely help you catch some big fish. It is a 14-foot kayak, which is very large for a standard yak. Two things that separate this kayak from most on the market are a functional standing platform and a built-in live well. Thus, no more bait buckets!
So why should you choose the Malibu Stealth 14 fishing kayak?
Starting from the back area, which is quite critical for many people, whether you want to use a crate or have a bag of fish, this awesome yak provides the largest native bag, and it fits perfectly in the storage area. One thing to note is that this fishing kayak has a self-drainage that is truly phenomenal and impressive. In fact, the manufacturers have built small trenches so that all the water that drains is going into an area of the tank, ensuring that all the water is drained continuously.
Malibu has done an extraordinary job when it comes to storing this kayak, a spacious storage area directly behind the cabin allows dry storage, thus allowing you to make sure you have enough space and safety for whatever you want to bring on your fishing trip.
It is important to always inspect your kayak and make sure there are no defects in the actual design. Do the water test – let some water sit on the tips of the storage lips and see if it leaks. The rod supports are pretty much built right between where the back of the seat would go and where the back of the kayak would fall. It is a really good and efficient placement. Additional storage space is located on the right and left sides of the main storage area and there is also a bungee on both sides of the kayak.
Features of Malibu Stealth 14 Fishing Kayak:
- Stable
- Very comfortable
- Excellent and innovative storage spaces and equipment areas
- Quality materials and construction can be taken on fast class 2 courses and drawn on gravel and stones
- It only takes a few inches to float
- The large weight capacity is very stable even with heavier people inside (tested with a 250 lbd person and had excellent stability even standing)
Malibu Stealth 14 Fishing Kayak Overview
On this version, Malibu changed the center console area by adding a 12 “driveway for mounting almost any accessory of your choice. This is a great location for a fish finder and/or rod holder and an overall nice change of feature. The Footwell area has a slight redesign change but is minimal and adjustable foot/ rails are kept. Two scupper holes are located in both rear posts in order to drain any water that may enter the kayak over the sides. Outside the kayak next to the foot rails are rod holders that can be mounted on both sides, left and right.
Launching this kayak on the water is what we all expected. Keeping the line with the Stealth series, New Stealth 14 fishing Kayak has amazing stability. It will certainly support larger oarsmen, as well as those of you who like to get up and fish. Thus, stand up paddling is a breeze. Tracking and speed are good on this longer model, with the addition of the optional rudder that could be improved. Sailing with this kayak from a sitting position is pleasant with the new X-seat in the low position for the best overall experience. Getting access to the front hatch is very easy as you get out on the water also the tailgate and the rear tank fountain are quite easy to access from a side position.
The new Malibu Kayaks Stealth 14 is definitely a very nice kayak. With a tried and cool hull design and all the new features added, especially if you are a fisherman and an overall yak fan, you owe New Stealth 14 a look!
Specs:
- Width: 33″
- Weight: 64 lbs
- Depth: 12″
- Capacity: 550 lb
Final verdict:
This is probably one of the most awesome and popular kayaks we’ve come across. The thing that stands out the most is its stability and pure functionality. Everything has been carefully placed to be perfect for the user right out of the box. From the positioning of the rod holder holes to the versatility of the storage space to the placement of the drain and spout hole, it feels like every detail has been taken care of. We recommend this kayak to anyone who is looking at the market for an excellent product and the best price offers you can find are most likely on amazon.com. You will certainly not be disappointed, regardless of your size or abilities. More so, we strongly recommend this kayak for anyone who is serious and passionate about fishing.
