I'm looking at purchasing a fishing kayak this spring that will be used primarily for targeting crappie in small/medium sized lakes and occasionally the river for smallmouth. I really like the idea of getting a 9' Vibe Skipjack 90 as my first kayak. It's light and easy to transport in the short bed of my truck and has an affordable price at $500. I'm also a pretty small/skinny guy.

I'm concerned however about the length. It seems most of everyone else's yaks run lengths around the 12' range. Would a 9' yak be a mistake? I know it probably won't track as straight as the longer ones and won't be as fast either but I think I'm ok with that? I'm definitely concerned about the wind having it's way with me and me not being able to stay over one spot, is that a legitimate concern? Do any of you crappie fish with 9-10' yaks and wish you had something longer? Any other possible drawbacks associated with having a short yak that I missed? Appreciate the responses and thanks in advance!