[Paddlewise] suggestion for a first boat?

From: Kirk Olsen <kork4_at_cluemail.com>
Date: Fri, 02 Dec 2011 10:05:11 -0500
Okay I'm not tuned into the starter market.  I've gotten a request from
a friend for a kid/car friendly starter boat.   

The person has easy access to fresh water, and may be able to keep the
boat(s) lake side.

Does anyone have a suggestion for starter boats - sit on tops are good
candidates.   The ocean is a 25 minute drive, and they are likely to
expand into open water.

I expect this to be the usual 1 to 2 hours at a time paddler.

He initially asked about a boat with a 31" beam - which just sent
shudders of dread through my system....

thanks,
Kirk
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  Kirk Olsen
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