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<blockquote data-quote="smbroady82" data-source="post: 603615" data-attributes="member: 4029"><p>We have several, some I have had for 10+ years. I recommend trying a "sit in" and "sit on top" (ocean kayak) before deciding what you like. I started out on a sit in and that's all I knew for years. I have found that even for floating down the river I now prefer a "sit on top" (ocean kayak). with those you have more room to maneuver and aren't as confined as a "sit in", but again, it is all personal preference. </p><p></p><p>I do strongly recommend a good seat (good back support), some type of storage area, paddle holder ( we have rigged some up for under $5 ), and a cup holder ( again not a biggie as you can find clip on cup holders for like $5 online).</p><p></p><p>As far as brands, I have had a swifty 9.5 for over 10 years and I still enjoy using it, they can be had for around $250 depending on what time of year you purchase them. I think they are now owned by a different company (maybe perception, not sure).</p><p></p><p>The next one I get will be a mad river adventure (either 14 or 16 footer). They are expensive (650-800) but are well worth the $, they are a hybrid kayak/canoe of sorts. </p><p></p><p>Unless you are an avid river goer (like every weekend), I wouldn't spend the money on a Jackson. There are plenty of $150-250 kayaks out there that are comfortable and stable enough. I can't see spending $1500+ on a kayak for one person. Just my 2c.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="smbroady82, post: 603615, member: 4029"] We have several, some I have had for 10+ years. I recommend trying a "sit in" and "sit on top" (ocean kayak) before deciding what you like. I started out on a sit in and that's all I knew for years. I have found that even for floating down the river I now prefer a "sit on top" (ocean kayak). with those you have more room to maneuver and aren't as confined as a "sit in", but again, it is all personal preference. I do strongly recommend a good seat (good back support), some type of storage area, paddle holder ( we have rigged some up for under $5 ), and a cup holder ( again not a biggie as you can find clip on cup holders for like $5 online). As far as brands, I have had a swifty 9.5 for over 10 years and I still enjoy using it, they can be had for around $250 depending on what time of year you purchase them. I think they are now owned by a different company (maybe perception, not sure). The next one I get will be a mad river adventure (either 14 or 16 footer). They are expensive (650-800) but are well worth the $, they are a hybrid kayak/canoe of sorts. Unless you are an avid river goer (like every weekend), I wouldn't spend the money on a Jackson. There are plenty of $150-250 kayaks out there that are comfortable and stable enough. I can't see spending $1500+ on a kayak for one person. Just my 2c. [/QUOTE]
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