How to buy a new boat

[Ken R]

Does anyone have a recourse that can help a paddler select a new kayak.

[Chip]

Try as many as you can. I am sure most here would let you try their boat. Charles River, Billington Sea and other dealers will let you demo. I am sure people here can steer you to some options if you know what features you are looking for. Expedition, play boat, Speed, all around.

[JohnnySmooth]

I had a good experience recently with Charles River Paddle and Canoe. Tried out a number of boats (they let you demo just about anything for 15min at a time). Ended up with new Tiderace Xcite - great boat!

[norm]

Ken - it doesn't matter what kid of boat you buy as long as it's yellow!

[Azane]

Very good Johnny w/ the Xcite...fast and fun ride!

Steve

[JohnnySmooth]

Thx Steve.
She is fast and a lot of fun, had her out last weekend in the harbor.
Still trying to think of a name for her.

[Ken R]

I had a good experience recently with Charles River Paddle and Canoe. Tried out a number of boats (they let you demo just about anything for 15min at a time). Ended up with new Tiderace Xcite - great boat!

I was at CRPC today. I too tried 6 boats by the end of the day. I did not try the Tiderace Xcite but did try a Tiderace Xplore-S Classic, it is Bright SAFTY ORANGE, .
It is good to hear that someone else believes in the TrideRace product.

http://store.paddleboston.com/collectio ... classic-fg

Norm, If I do buy a yellow boat, don't you worry I can turn it BLACK or Blue.

[NorwayLady]

You are welcome to try my Cetus MV next time I see you. I will not be in Hingham Thursday, but I will be at Hanson next Thursday....Let me know.

[Ken R]

Thanks, Bea

[Ken R]

Does anyone have an opinion on a:
18' - Wilderness Systems, Arctic halk, Kevlar with hard chines.
any input would be appreciated

[kayakerjnj]

Ken, you're a pretty lean guy, you might actually be a little small for this boat. Regardless, try it out before you move on it.

If it is a good fit, it has a pretty sleek and fast hull shape. Looks like it has Greenland heritage too.

Good Luck!

[Ken R]

I'm taking her for a spin tomorrow.

[Azane]

Enjoy the process!

Steve

[NorwayLady]

Have fun, Ken! Let me know if you want me to bring the Cetus MV to Hanson Thursday. Otherwise I will probably bring my plastic Tempest to play in.

Bea