Re: [Paddlewise] Do your dry bags deflate air quickly?

> Re cold water here:  we're being careful to stay
> fairly close to shore on calm shallow lakes and flatwater rivers/sloughs.

Your kayak is not designed for rough water and open crossings. Be careful. I
have a similar boat which I greatly enjoy because it is easy to get in and
out of the water and I use for little trips along the shoreline.

It is difficult to get adequate flotation into these little boats. And
difficult to secure what flotation you have. Your float bags and gear are
likely to go floating away if you tip over or swamp.

These are cheap kayaks of a genre that I personally enjoy. But keep in mind
that you have to be able to get to shore quickly if the weather changes as
these are not designed as rough water craft.

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