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surfnron wrote:
Generally speaking, if you want to paddle calm waters like small lakes and rivers, longer is better. But the longer your yak, the heavier it will be. That may not be a consideration now, but as you get older, it may become one.
Since you have only been paddling a few months, I suggest you use what you have for at least a year or two. You will have a better idea what you like and dislike about your current ride, and you will have a better idea what you want ~ Ron
The 10 footer does feel cramped and luckily I only have to carry the kayak about 50 yards from the garage to the water.
I've got about a month worth of warm weather left to enjoy the kayak so I've got all winter to think about moving to a 12 foot boat. I will say the first priority with whichever length I settle on is to pick up a longer oar (along with a Pelican case).
Again, thanks for all the recommendations.
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