As you've identified youself as a newbie I am guessing you are shopping for your first boat. There are a lot of different things to consider, and it can be a bit overwhelming! Fit and performance are key--what's right for someone else might not be right for you. If you are interested in the Gulfstream you might do a Web search for user reviews of the boat (bet there are some at www.paddling.net). The pros/cons listed in reviews should give you some ideas on things to keep in mind while test-paddling the boat. There's also a pretty good article on the AMC website giving some pointers on first- and second-time kayak buying: http://www.outdoors.org/publications/outdoors/2003/2003-spring-kayaktour.shtml Good Luck! *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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