"Any comments on how these boats behave in heavy surf?" I have yet to paddle any kayak in what I would call heavy surf. I am waiting for the chance to do so with more experienced paddlers for company. It is a long drive from Seattle to real surf (except in a big storm). I have paddled both the Express (which I own) and the Mariner II in what I would call mild surf. I have paddled, and surfed them, in three to four foot wind waves (accompanied by strong winds). Both boats behave well when surfing. They respond well to leaned turns and they are not prone to broaching. I find the Express to be more maneuverable and more suited to surfing, but the Mariner II does very well. Neither one will surf like a dedicated surf boat. Try the Mariner Coaster if surfing is your primary goal. Nick Lyle *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************Received on Mon Sep 13 1999 - 08:39:34 PDT
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