Where to go ?

[indianian]

Have you considered an open boat,  alot more versatile and more suitable for touring especially when carrying gear,  also better for the comfort level,

[b0ogaloo]

yeah I'd agree .. a Canadian might be your best bet


Andy

[Damp Colin]

Totally agree with you Indianian about their versatility but as for a first boat for someone who hasnt had much experience it might be a bit hard to handle in wind or flows. Have taken quite a few people out in them as first timers and they found it hard to control due to not knowing about trim, edging and paddle strokes.
If i had the room and money would have had one just for a wee change from paddling a kayak once in a while 

[Jussy]

I went today to s couple of places for a look and was looking at the perception scooter. It is about the size i was looking for and looks to have all i would need i think.
The fella is doing them at not too bad a price so hopefully a letter to santa will do the trick.
Does anyone have any experience of these kayaks?
Would a Canadian not be quite large and awkward for me on my own?
Cheers
Mark

[b0ogaloo]

Its only 2.9 mtrs ... In my experience its going to be a nightmare to keep it tracking straight in a breeze

I really think you need to try before you  buy


Andy

[Damp Colin]

Have never paddled a sit-on so couldnt give you any advice on how it paddles but Andy's right the best way to tell if a kayaks fitted to you and your needs is to try a few out first 

[Jussy]

The fella said i can take it for a test run anytime before i buy it so i will definatly have to do that.
Thanks for your advice
Mark