[Paddlewise] More on the Perception Eclipse and Kayak Fit

Thanks to everybody who provided input on the Perception Eclipse.  I went 
down to the outdoor store at lunch and tried it on. I found entrance and 
exit a little difficult. This kind of surprised because several people in 
my size range (around 6' 2") through the cockpit was roomy.  When I was in 
the cockpit it felt pretty good, but when I was getting in and getting out 
the thigh braces blocked me a little bit.  I ended up having to wedge both 
knees together and then come out.  It wasn't pretty.

Is this a normal kayak fit? I've been paddling my Acadia too much to know 
the feel of a *real* touring kayak.  But I think I have the bug now.

If the seat could have been adjusted, that would have helped.  Just an inch 
or two more leg room would have done the trick.

The Eclipse is probably  OK, but it just didn't feel right to me.  I also 
sat in a Perception Vizcaya which was a little wider.  The sales guy said 
he had some Perception Captivas coming in later.  I'd like to take a look 
at them too.

I had a couple of other good boat suggestions form the list 
backchannel.  Unfortunately, they're on my home PC and I don't have them in 
front of me right now.  But I'll add them to my list of stuff to look at. 
Other thoughts?

                                         Luke

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