The OCean Kayak site has a pretty informative "What to look for when buying a kayak" section. Covers many issues that I hadn't considered.
Thanks for the input Wheresmy50. On of the reasons I really like the Trident is the large well positioned between your legs. Looks like it will also make a good surface for setting up rigs, retying or unhooking a fish. I really dig the fully covered, shielded cubby for the electronics.
This is the way I'm looking to go:
http://www.oceankayak.com/kayaks/ang...13_angler.html