Re: [Paddlewise] boats for smaller paddlers

Now that I've read about GPS and paddle floats....

I have had all three (Viking, Millenium, Vivianne)  and thought that small
people would love the Viking (which they do). However, I put the boats
available to the guides at a shop where I work and store them - and the
guys in the 160 - 185 range love the Viking! I found it quite amazing. I
am small but am thinking I might actually keep a Millenium as my
personal boat for longer distance touring - although the Viking is great
for modeling strokes when teaching.

The Viking is actually a bit wider than the Millenium and more
maneuverable - great for playing in places like Deception Pass.

Andree

> I'll throw in a mention of the Kajak Sport Viking. It's the smaller
> version of the Millennium. A wonderful British-style boat with great
> workmanship and some nice innovations. Check here for dealers:
>
> http://www.gokajaksport.com
>
> -Patrick
> >     There are many good boats out there for smaller paddlers, though you do
> >not say how small we are talkin here.

Andree Hurley
Kayak Instruction eXcellence (KIX)
Websites - http://www.onwatersports.com/, http://paddling.about.com
Brochure: http://onwatersports.com/KIX/KixBrochure.pdf
Port Townsend, WA

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