There was a question about inexpensive/entry-level kayaks on NGTO when I got on this morning. Here's a photo of mine, a 12' Equinox I bought for around $350 at Costco a while back. I've had it in ponds, lakes and even the intracoastal waterway in Florida and it's done everything I've asked it to do. Eventually I'd like to upgrade to a Pelican, Jackson, Old Towne or Hobie, but, until my budget allows, I love my big box store kayak!
I heard from a few guys that had great success on the water this weekend, I wish I had been one of them! I'm going through withdrawals, it's been way too long since I last wet a line!!