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 tarpon 140 or the ride
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04/13/04 07:12 PM
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dlmarinaman
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YesI too have the bug to get a kayak. I have done alot of reading and have narrowed it down to these two.
I'm 5"7' and 220lbs (kinda a big guy..LOL)and plan to use it in the back bays and would like to be able to get off and on to do a little wadeing, maybe the surf if it calm. I don't mind being a little wet(it is a SOT). Could anyone give me some input.
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 Re: tarpon 140 or the ride
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04/14/04 03:22 PM
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These are the two I would choose from. The 140 is a little faster and has a deeper tank well. The ride is more stable. A little more hull slap. Either way, you need a rudder. Paddle both and try before you buy.
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Re: tarpon 140 or the ride
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04/16/04 12:49 AM
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dlmarinaman
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thank for the feed back and thanks for the reinforcement... I'm setting up a deal with a local paddle shop to bring a few kayaks for me to try.
Can i ask what do you paddle.
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Re: tarpon 140 or the ride
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04/16/04 02:25 PM
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yaqui
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I am in a Ride very stable. I have paddled the 140 but like to be able to stand in my yak while I am fishing.
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