Kayaks and bikes

[tin sista]

They are fun, not super tippy. They can get chilly and a little wet--especially for paddle drips course that could just be me. Great idea to try them out first. Usually most kayak outfitters have "paddle days" where you can go and try out all the different kayaks for free. That's how we found the ones we liked. They haul the kayaks in and out, all you do is show up. Usually they have pfds too. Its a nice way to see them and there wasn't any pressure at the two paddle days we attended. Have fun!

[nickcrowhurst]

Originally Posted by Stefrobrts

Any thoughts from experienced paddlers? Has anyone tried a sit-on-top kayak before?

Stehanie, these kayaks are good in hot weather, as you're not enclosed by a cockpit. They have good stability, but can be awkward to keep in a straight line at first. (But then, so can any kayak) Any kayak design is a compromise between stability, speed, and directional stability. If you want to have some local fun in warm conditions these are good. If you want to travel 15 or more miles a day in choppy or cool conditions then other designs would be more suitable. Beware, if you get into the sport, you will need a different kayak for different conditions. We have eight, and I'm still looking for that perfect boat for my purposes! have fun.
Nick.

[wppii]

The kayaks:
1- Hobie Outback
1- Hobie Sport
1- Hobie Adventure Island, outriggers, sail and all.

Haul them atop the F150 Supercrew on Castlecraft racks.

The bike:
Greenspeed Anura, three-wheel recumbent. That wasn't fun enough I guess. I built an electric powered push attachment.

Too much time on my hands....