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5.0 out of 5 stars
Best all around Kayak, September 10, 2009
This review is from: Ocean Kayak Scrambler 11 Sit-On-Top Recreational Kayak (Sports)
These are the Pros and Cons of the Ocean Scrambler:
Pros:
1. Stability - This is long enough so that you aren't bobbing up and down. It handles waves extremely well. It will be very difficult to tip this over unless you have very poor balance.
2. Tracking - It tracks straight so you don't have to expend any energy keeping it straight. The Design of the Bow and Stern are excellent for directional control.
3. Speed - It isn't the fastest Kayak, nor is it the slowest. Obviously, the narrow, sleek and long bodies of the Sea Kayaks are unmatched with regard to speed, but compared to other Plastic Kayaks, this is longer, narrower and sleeker than most.
4. Price - It isn't as pricey as a Hobie Mirage nor is it as inexpensive as a Pelican. It is in the ideal middle ground of being priced for quality, without having to rob a bank to buy one.
5. Looks - It really looks like a real kayak, doesn't look like a cheap toy.
6. Brand - Ocean, Cobra and Hobie are the best brands out there.
7. Storage - Love the Hatch and the Bungee webbing.
8. Weight - It is light enough for one person to transport.
Cons:
1. Scupper Stopper - You still need to buy a Scupper Stopper to plug some or all of the drain holes if you don't want to get too wet. Very inexpensive(4 to 12 bucks for a pair) but still need it.
2. Garage Storage - Hard to find a place to keep it because it is so long.
This Kayak design has stood the test of time and is the benchmark for all other kayaks.
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