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Thanks for all the great info! This will help us decide what we need to buy. But you should post some more pics!
Sierra, thanks for the note. I’m glad you found Kayak Review to be helpful, and thanks for pointing out that the site needs more pictures. You’re absolutely right and I’ll get on that ASAP!
I’m trying to find a touring kayak in the 16-17′ range, but due to a physical issue, I need a cockpit that is larger – 40 – 45″ long due to a back injury I need to be able to move my legs around or they cramp up. I’m also a larger paddler in the 6′2″ 260lb range and need a total capacity in the 400lb range to tote enough for a 10 day paddle on Georgian Bay.
I’ve tried a Eddyline 17.5′ nighthawk that I liked, but after an hour my legs were cramping up and I was forced to abandon the tour.
Any help finding a kayak with my requirements would be appreciated.
David, as you’ve already discovered, that is indeed a tough set of criteria to meet. Most of the kayaks that have longer cockpits tend to be more in the recreational or day touring categories so they tend to run a little shorter in length than you’re looking for. One thing you might consider is a long sit-on-top kayak such as the Wilderness Systems Tarpon 160. At 16′ long, a capacity of 375 pounds, and infinite freedom to avoid leg cramping, it might be a good choice. However, I will continue to do a little research, check with a few contacts I have, and will let you know if I find any sit-in kayaks that satisfy all of your criteria. Best, Keith
Hi,
You’ve got a lot of great kayaks listed here. But I don’t see any Innova Kayaks. We’ve won Reader’s Choice in Sea Kayaker magazine for several years. Please consider looking at our kayaks and reviewing them…thanks!
Best,
Mandy*
Mandy, thanks for visiting and getting in touch. I agree that Innova makes some quality kayaks, and I recently added the Helios II EX Tandem to my table of recommended inflatable kayaks. I’ll add other popular Innova kayaks soon. Best, Keith