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by derrickg
Wed Jul 23, 2014 5:00 pm
Forum: Recreational/Touring
Topic: 71 yr. old Solo needs advice
Replies: 11
Views: 4895

Re: 71 yr. old Solo needs advice

You are absolutely correct! I have really noticed how much has changed just in the last 3 years, in terms of mobility.
I've decided on the Dagger Zydeco 9.0. It's good for flat water, it's light and has good stability. A good starter kayak for me.
Thank you all for the advice.
by derrickg
Wed Jul 23, 2014 10:33 am
Forum: Recreational/Touring
Topic: 71 yr. old Solo needs advice
Replies: 11
Views: 4895

Re: 71 yr. old Solo needs advice

I live in S'dale, AR, so Hot Springs is a bit of a hike. I'm leaning now towards a Dagger Zydeco 9' that weighs in the neighborhood of 35 lbs. Fortunately I don;t have any physical limitations other that the rehab process of getting my strength back in my upper arms. That's why weight and stability ...
by derrickg
Sun Jul 20, 2014 11:18 am
Forum: Recreational/Touring
Topic: 71 yr. old Solo needs advice
Replies: 11
Views: 4895

71 yr. old Solo needs advice

I will be a solo paddler who is 71 yrs. old and has had shoulder surgery (both). I am looking to buy new or used, kayak or canoe something to go on flat water and a very rare occasional river (no whitewater). I will be car topping, so weight is a big factor. I would like to stay at 48 lbs. or less. ...