ponderosa
Active Member
Hubby promised me a kayak for my birthday (love that man), and I need some experienced opinions. I'd like to rent/try to see what I like, but that just isn't an option here. There are a couple of lakes several hours away that rent kayaks...well, make that one kind of kayak. There is no variety or choice, and I suspect they are nothing special. But we have rented them several times, and they are so much fun...I want one.
I'm looking for a two person boat, for flat water. Sometimes the 2nd person will be my husband, and other times it will be one of my little girls. Since I'll have my kids sometimes, stability is pretty important. I'd like to use it for paddles of a few hours, and also for occasional camping trips with light/compact backpacking gear.
I'm 5'5" and 120 lbs. My husband is 5'10" and maybe 180.
I really know nothing about what to look for, or what makes a good boat. We're beginners at this, so we don't need to break the bank. Any help is appreciated.
I'm looking for a two person boat, for flat water. Sometimes the 2nd person will be my husband, and other times it will be one of my little girls. Since I'll have my kids sometimes, stability is pretty important. I'd like to use it for paddles of a few hours, and also for occasional camping trips with light/compact backpacking gear.
I'm 5'5" and 120 lbs. My husband is 5'10" and maybe 180.
I really know nothing about what to look for, or what makes a good boat. We're beginners at this, so we don't need to break the bank. Any help is appreciated.