Inflatable Kayaks are the best way for many newcomers to enter the sport as offer both very easy storage and transportation at low prices.
With the pioneering of some major enhancements in manufacturing techniques and the use of hi tech ultra light and tough materials they also offer the the experience kayaker an ideal light weight option.
Inflatable kayaks are now made as inflatable versions of every other kayak typeincluding Inflatable white-water kayaks, which once fully inflated look almost identical to the hard shell kayaks, designed with white-water kayaking in mind. They have great agility and offer the kayaker a smooth ride in ruff water, quite a few have ridged floor panels to add to the feel and design of the kayak
Inflatable kayaks for fishing can be seen all over the country; allowing a an ideal platform for anglers to fish secluded lakes and rivers and since they are easily transported in a by an individual and are ready for inflation at the fisherman's chosen spot.
Inflatable ocean kayaks are are becoming a favorite with many sailors who carry inflatable sea kayaks for travelling fromboat side to shore. The highest quality inflatable kayaks are so reliable that a few courageous sea adventures have been know to use inflatable kayaks for long sea journeys
Inflatable kayaks are ideal for newcomers to the sport because they are so affordable they are very good starter kayak. are often available online for a better price than in a sporting goods store
Additional Advice
Inflatable Sit-On-Top Kayaks are what I recommend for newcomers to the sport as they can be quite simply evacuated in the event of being flipped.