About the reviewer

Surfer, Fisherman, Skin Diver and just recently this year started fishing off of a kayak.

Test environment

Oahu, Hawaii. Paddled on the West side in calm to 2 to 3 foot swells. 10-20kts winds.

Review

The Moken was stable and tracked well with the rudder up. Paddled fairly easy enough for its length and width. When the wind kicked up and the chop started to boil, with rudder engaged it was easy to keep pointed in the right direction. It sliced through the larger chop very well and wasn't too prone to windcocking even with the rudder up. Storage on deck was ample with many options to stow gear. The seat and backrest were very comfortable, no problems after being out on the water for five hours. She was also very dry. I'm not one to complain about a dry or wet ride, you are on a kayak after all. But I was surprised at not having puddle ass, even in the chop. Also, the hull was completely dry. The seals on the hatches were well made.
Only a couple of items that could use some modifying. The rudder control locks are next to my calves so I had to keep disengaging the lock when my calves would knock them to the locked position. The front storage compartment isn't too easy to get to on the water, I had to use my gaff to unclip the bungie lashing to open it. It probably wouldn't be a problem for taller paddlers. I'm going to install a padeye and bungie so I can unclip with one hand while not having to lean or scoot too far forward.

Conclusion

The minor cons aside, this kayak functions well for its intended purpose as a fishing vessel.