Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Group Forum: Kayaking :: Current designs Vision-what do you think?
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markaroberts |
If you are wanting one for tripping. . .get one with front and rear hatch and at least 14 feet. You will also want a rudder system. (I am not saying this just for the BWCA, but an overall tripping boat. Also, kayaks are like shoes. If they don't fit you well the first time you get in them or are uncomfortable. . .don't buy. . .it won't get any better. Get the kayak that fits you like a glove. the difference between kayaks and canoes it this: You sit in and paddle a canoe. . .you wear a kayak. |
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walllee |
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markaroberts |
Before buying, pick up the kayak, put it on one shoulder and walk completely around the store a few times. If you can't do it. . .put it back and pick up a lighter model. Kayaks are designed to be carried on one shoulder (arm and shoulder in the cockpit). They are a bear to two person carry due to their shape. What others have said is also true. Longer boats are faster boats and much easier to paddle. I have paddled my 17 footer with kayakers that are in 12 footers. The shorter boats tire the paddler out way earlier then the longer ones. Go for the longest, lightest boat you can afford. . .AND lift up. |
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254Bow |
quote Benutzer: "In my opinion, you received bad advice, unless you and your wife are planning to kayak separately. Otherwise, why would they recommend 2 different lengths of boat? Unless she's much more athletic than you, she'll be working very hard to keep that 12' boat up with your 15' one, while you barely make an effort to paddle across the lake. What he said in first paragraph, +1. Also, My 17 year old son has a vision 150 and he absolutely loves it. There is no such thing as a do all boat, but he has done flatwater, rivers, and 4' rollers on Lake Superior with this boat, and it handles it all like a champ. He is 5' 10, 150, loves the fit. I am 5' 9", 200+ and prefer a slightly larger cockpit, but really enjoy paddling it. Your missus will work very hard to track that 12' boat and keep up. If you are looking for a great all rounder that can grow with your abilities, neither of you could go wrong with the 150. |
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Benutzer |
Mark has good advice. Interestingly, I have the opposite of what he does, a 14.5' Necky Looksha IV for day tripping, and a 17' Perception sea kayak. The 14-15' length is a good one for lakes and non-whitewater rivers. |