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Whitney
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Newbie Gear Question

Post by Whitney » Mon Jul 11, 2011 3:18 pm

So I’m new to the sport and have been doing a lot of research on what kind of kayak I want to get and I think I’ve decided that a sit on top is the way I want to go. I’m looking for something with relatively good stability, something that tracks well but is still maneuverable, and something that I’ll eventually be able to take on moderate white water. I’ve narrowed it down to 3 options…

Dagger- Torrent Model (this is the one I’m most interested in I think)
Emotion- Temptation Model
Perception- Tribe 9.5 Model

What do you think?

-Whitney

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Re: Newbie Gear Question

Post by tomOzarkVideo » Tue Jul 12, 2011 7:04 am

The only one that I've paddled is the torrent.. It doesn't track well at all. It's a whitewater SOT.

The other two would be good for general recreational paddling and some very mild whitewater.

One great option in the way of versatility is the LL Coupe.
Info and vids here: http://www.liquidlogickayaks.com/coupe.cfm

The best of both worlds.

Happy hunting.
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Re: Newbie Gear Question

Post by Whitney » Tue Jul 12, 2011 9:47 am

Thanks for the info Tom...it was very helpful. The search continues!!

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Re: Newbie Gear Question

Post by AR-Nimrod » Tue Jul 12, 2011 12:48 pm

Gotta agree with Tom on this. The LL Coupe should fit your requirements great.
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