Advice needed for first time buyer!
I think the Necky Manitou II is ideal, albeit very expensive, as it facilitates solo and tandem kayaking. Not sure though, what do you lot think? I envisage using the kayak for river, coast and eventually sea.
Thinking of:
BIC Trinidad Sit on top (really unsure about this one)
Necky Manitou II (preferred but very expensive)
Thank you Colm. When using a sit on top are they prone to filling up with water? I suspect I'll depart from the beaches mostly and going against the waves will likely cause some water to get in!
Hi Bravo,
The sit on tops are prone to getting water onto the deck but most come with drain holes positioned just above the waterline to allow any water to drain out once you are past any shore-break. There is virtually no chance of the sit on top filling with water and sinking due to it's sealed in design.
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Thank you.
Since my car is very small, I'm looking into inflatable kayaks too since I assume I can pack these away rather than needing to invest in a roof rack and what not.
Are these generally ok too or are they more recreational? As above, would like to use in the sea, coastline and rivers. If ok, any tandem or solo recommendations?
Finally, it's arrived, currently sitting on the roof rack whilst it pours rain :-D
Hi Bravo,
I think the main decision you need to make is whether or not you want a sit in kayak or a sit on top kayak.
If it's a sit in, then you will need to look at the Horizon 2 or Manitou 2. If it's a sit on top then you will need to look at the Trinidad or similar.
Pros for the sit ins: More streamlined, more speed, better tracking
Pros for the sit on tops: More Stable (easier to use)
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