Choosing the Right Recreational Kayak
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I have no idea what to get into. I am about 6'1" tall and currently 240lbs, but that goes up to 260lbs at times.
I thought I wanted a sit-in kayak because it just "looks like what a kayak is supposed to be." But...I honestly would rather be comfortable for my size, and the fact that I am clumsy as hell is a big deal. Last thing we need is a fat guy upside down in a sit-in kayak I think! So your video really showed some great takes on both options!
When I look at things though, the one you pull out of the truck at 4:55 in the video looks like what I had in my head as something I would like. It looks deep enough for my size and weight, however it is sit-in, right?
I DO think the longer the better because of my height. Is that the wrong way to look at it? I want to be comfortable on full-day outings.
I expect to be on calmer water and paddling the lake until I get used to it and get in better shape.
I do not mind getting wet at all, in fact that might be better! I do also think a sit-on kayak would be less hassle in expelling water and might be great if I want to hop off and swim.
Again, thanks for sharing.
If you have the name or info on that kayak at 4:55, I would like to look that one up.
Thanks!
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I can just walk up to the beach or on a bicycle and launch it right from there.
It would be awesome to travel along the coast and see the shore from another perspective and having lunch on the water.
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