Great big ole shell cracker in 3rd to last pic...nearly 11". Lay out a sheet of paper- that is a big fish! I just bought a Pelican EVO 8' SOT kayak at Dicks. $249 on sale for $149. I think it is still on sale. Not a bad alternative to walking the banks. It is a great stable kayak for the money. I know you get your boat in 6 weeks...but perhaps as a backup for future??