{"product_id":"eddyline-caribbean-12-fs-kayak","title":"Eddyline Caribbean 12 FS Kayak - EDDYKC12FS~PEARL-YELLOW","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEddyline Caribbean 12 FS Kayak - EDDYKC12FS~PEARL-YELLOW\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly stable and lightweight, the Caribbean 12 FS (“Frame Seat”) is the newest addition to our award-winning Caribbean series of sit on top kayaks New for 2020, the Caribbean 12 FS, features a removable frame seat –equally comfortable while paddling and as your camp chair. The award-winning Caribbean hull design makes for an efficient and stable kayak. The large front and smaller rear hatches allow for storage, while the cockpit features adjustable foot braces and dual gear tracks. Our new carry handles are balanced for easy transport, and double as a one-handed paddle park.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 12’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeam: 30\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 45 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapacity: 275 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeat: Cloud 10 Frame Seat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe Eddyline \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaribbean 12 FS Kayak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epremium 12' sit-on-top fishing and recreational kayak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, built for paddlers who want a strong balance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estability, lightweight handling, and efficient glide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbonlite thermoformed construction (~45–49 lbs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e makes it significantly lighter than most sit-on-top fishing kayaks, improving transport, launching, and on-water responsiveness.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30\" wide hull design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides excellent primary stability, making it ideal for relaxed paddling, gear-heavy day trips, and stand-up fishing confidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eremovable frame seat system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e delivers all-day comfort and can double as a camp chair, adding versatility for anglers and recreational users.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDesigned with anglers in mind, it includes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edual storage hatches, rear tankwell space, and gear tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for mounting rods and accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDespite its stability focus, the hull still offers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eefficient tracking and smooth glide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it more performance-oriented than typical recreational sit-on-top kayaks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What is the Eddyline Caribbean 12 FS kayak designed for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: The Caribbean 12 FS is a lightweight sit-on-top fishing kayak designed for calm lakes, slow rivers, and inshore waters, combining stability, storage, and fishing-ready features.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Is the Caribbean 12 FS good for beginners?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Yes, it is beginner-friendly due to its stable sit-on-top design, easy entry\/exit, and predictable handling in calm water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What makes the FS version different?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: The FS (Fishing Series) version includes built-in rod holders, gear tracks, and storage options optimized for angling setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: How stable is the Caribbean 12 FS kayak?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It offers strong primary stability, making it very steady for casting, reeling, and standing in calm conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What is the weight and capacity?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It weighs about 55–60 lbs and supports roughly 350–375 lbs total load capacity, making it light for a fully equipped fishing kayak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Does it have storage for fishing gear?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Yes, it includes a rear tank well, sealed hatch storage, and gear tracks for mounting accessories like rod holders and fish finders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Is the Caribbean 12 FS suitable for ocean use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It is best suited for protected coastal waters and calm inshore areas, not open ocean or rough sea conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What material is the kayak made from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It is built from Eddyline’s Carbonlite composite, which is lighter and more efficient than traditional plastic kayaks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Does it come with rod holders?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Yes, it includes integrated rod holders designed for hands-free fishing and 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