Ocean Kayak Manta

Ocean Kayak Manta.  An acquaintance has one in his backyard.  It's been there about a year and is a little faded, but not brittle.  16', sea kayak, which I think was manufactured in about 2000.  No rudder, but designed to accept one.  He is not sure what he wants to do with it, use it, or sell it, but he is interested in what it may be worth and any reviews. 

There is a bit on the web about it, but not much.  I'd appreciate any information or comments anyone may have on the boat. 

I just googled it as I have heard nothing about it

A few pics of the Manta rigged http://www.eastcoastkayakfishing.com/community/eckf-kayak-fishing-photos/63-al-stillman/album.html?albumid=8

I don't see any info on the Ocean Kayak website, discontinued?

Interesting concept at least.

Discontinued long ago.  Not many out there and not much demand.  I believe Kayak Kevin paddles one.

-Allen

Pretty sure the yellow and green one you pictured is the one Kayak Kevin paddled from Pensacola FL back to Chesapeake Bay.

http://kayakkevin.com/baytour08/flatour05.html

Saw those  for sale a few times when I lived in the Bay area.  Never went for much (always $200 and under), and never seemed to sell quick (whereas most other yaks were gone quickly - so much so that I bought used). 

KayakKevin also used that same Manta on his Chesapeake Bay tour last year. He definitely likes that kayak for long distances.

This is the thread that helped me find this forum so I figured I'd jump in if you dont mind. 2 years ago I bought an Ocean Kayak Manta model as my 1st kayak and I am still in love w/ this boat. It is a bit big but also pretty comfortable and way faster then my Ride135. When I got the kayak it was equipped w/ 2 rod holders installed just behind the seat. W/ the exception of the milk crate behind the seat, the 1st picture is how I bought her. Since then, I have strapped a milkcrate in front of me, tie strapped a 3 rod holder to the front milk crate as well as a fish bag to the front milk crate and use the back crate for tackle. It's a touring kayak that's been converted to a fishing machine and I love this boat. I have named her 'Laser Hawk'. She's a bit of a hooptie, but I cant wait to take her out again, hopefully tomorrow.

This is the thread that helped me find this forum so I figured I'd jump in if you dont mind. 2 years ago I bought an Ocean Kayak Manta model as my 1st kayak and I am still in love w/ this boat. It is a bit big but also pretty comfortable and way faster then my Ride135. When I got the kayak it was equipped w/ 2 rod holders installed just behind the seat. W/ the exception of the milk crate behind the seat, the 1st picture is how I bought her. Since then, I have strapped a milkcrate in front of me, tie strapped a 3 rod holder to the front milk crate as well as a fish bag to the front milk crate and use the back crate for tackle. It's a touring kayak that's been converted to a fishing machine and I love this boat. I have named her 'Laser Hawk'. She's a bit of a hooptie, but I cant wait to take her out again, hopefully tomorrow.

This kayak (to me) looks similar in shape and size to the adventure island.
What are the little "manta find" on the front of the kayak for? Just aesthetics? Or do they serve a purpose?


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They claimed the Manta fins break up waves especially upon re-entry in the surf. They seamed to break up boat wake well for me, have yet to take it in the surf though.