Bay fishing kayak question

[reelrydor]

Im not qualified as an expert, but I have been kayakfishing for 20 yrs now. You want to go at the very least 12'. Now if you dont stand and cast and want a good paddling kayak you want one w the long n pointed looking profile, narrower in the middle will give the long distance type of paddle. But if you are thinking a peddle yak or trolling motor you will have to shop accordingly They will have kayak try out days in the spring, I suggest you research online, go look at different kayak brands n options. Sounds like your first kayak--Maybe look for a good used one--Like a tarpon 120 or even better 140 I have bought and sold like 15 in my time fishing it, and am set with two I have now--