Just my 2 cents, buy used. I bought 2 kayaks and a sup all used for half the price new and it was well worth it. I have 2 sit on top cause we fish but also juist paddle around for fun. If you want to cover ground, go standard yak for speed and covering more area. The sit on top are very stable but slower from what I experienced. So make a list of what you want to get out of it and go from their. On the water is all that matters that's were the magic is. Enjoy friend