I couldn't tell you about the cheepie options. I went straight for a hobie revolution. Hands free fishing was the most important thing for me. If he wants to paddle native watercraft are a good option also. But if he wants to be able to use both hands while fishing without the added costs of a watersnake a hobie outback or even a pa12 would work well.
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