While shopping the Schaumburg Costco (not my number 1 tackle shop) I noticed a few items worth looking at if you or a friend has a card that will get you in.
A 10? Kayak 275 lb capacity with paddle, spray skirt, and car top carrier all for $349.95. Don?t expect Olympic performance. But this gets you everything you need to get started.
Men?s Breathable Nylon rain suits for $29.95.
If I was in the market for either I would give them a closer look. Of course, call your Costco to see if they have the same sales going on.
I would hate to be part of an information chain that lead to a drowning. My bad for asssuming the craft would have some kind of inherent flotation at least some air bags in the bbow and stern. I know Old Town often uses a foam sandwich material with a fancy name. Those float.
As for tippy, though I cannot speak to this kayak, that is often a tradoff item in the performance category. Narrow and tippy = farther per stroke. Wide and stable = less distance per stroke.
