What is the difference between sit-in and sit-on-top kayaks?...In other words, which is preferred for what type of kayaking? I don't know a thing about kayaking and want to get into it. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks.|||Sit on top kayaks usually are made of plastic, they are shorter, and do not have openings in them (so they cannot sink). They are the best for short time recreational purposes, like fooling around near the beach, taking short trips. Usually, sit on top kayaks are not as comfortable as 'sit-in'.
If you are playing around with friends near the beach and fall off, or roll of, that thing is not going to sink or fill with water.
The sit-in type is more 'serious' (if I can say that). It is made for longer trips as well (hours or days), or you can explore backwaters for some time and enjoy the trip - you will not get as much tired as in sit on top.
Sit-in kayaks are made of plastic or fiberglass (sometimes wood), and look like a covered narrow boat with a hole or two on top where you (and your friend) slide in. They have more comfortable seats, easier to paddle and better to steer.
You can go faster and farther in them.
They do not sink either, but can fill with water, which may be difficult to drain, but usually people get so comfortable with them that it becomes of no issue.
A good thing to start with is a sit-in kayak which you bought used, and in case you need to upgrade it, you can easily sell it. Oh, dont forget the paddle! (just kidding :)|||Ocean kayaks, as the sit on top are often called, are good for warm water and no cargo where you almost want to get wet. The large sit in ones (sea kayaks)are better for rough weather, cold waters and carrying equipment. You can stay dry up to your chest with the boat equipment alone, and are able to turn back upright if you tip over without getting out. The short sit in ones (river kayaks) are for rivers or surfing along shore.
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