Re: [Paddlewise] K1 or Kahuna??

From: ralph diaz <rdiaz_at_ix.netcom.com>
Date: Sun, 16 Feb 2003 14:29:51 -0500
----- Original Message -----
From: "Elster Peter" <avconsult_at_eunet.at>

> need your suggestions! I'm going to buy a Feathercraft:  Kahuna or K1 is
the
>
>
> choice. But it's soooo hard to find out which is best for me. I'm 56, ~
220
>
>
> lbs (yes, I know: too big ;-)),  8'2'', fairly experienced ( kayaking
since 35
>
> ys, recently owning a WW inflatable canoe (Grabner Outside) and an Aerius
II
> ).

Given your weight and your intention of camping, you have to go with the K-1
and not the Kahuna.  The Kahuna's payload is 300 pounds whereas the K-1 is
in the 350-375 pound range (these capacities include your weight).

ralph diaz

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