The older I get, the more I want to stand up and fish from my yak. I like skinny yaks to get there and fat yaks to stand up in.

Anyone ever considered the feasibility of a yak that used a type of "stirrups" much like a saddle? Retractable cutouts mid beam that would allow your legs to extend well below the water line?

Wind related cabin fever.

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Use outriggers.

I have an idea for outriggers that fold up when not in use. Speedy to get out, stable when you're there.

Of course if you are really that old, then a crutch might be handy. LOL Just don't stick it in a scupper hole!

Then if you REALLY want to get crazy, how about adding a mini tower to sit on? Like a bar stool?

Nawwwwwww, best just stick to outriggers.

IMO the Native ultimate 14.5 offers the best of both worlds. A truly functional boat that is extremely comfortable to sit in and standable as well.

What about a jonboat and a set of oars?

You might want to check out Native Watersport's offerings. Like Yak4Fish stated, these kayaks are not only designed to be stable, they are designed to be stand-up craft, to be poled.

I tried the Native Magic 12' and was surprised at how stable it was, yet how fast it paddled. It tracked quite well also.