However, by aiming too low, you would just be setting yourself up for mediocrity and indifference.
That El 'cheapo model is very likely to be less comfortable, harder to keep going straight, and the most likely to break.
Fact is, you need to buy a kayak that is good enough that you WANT to use it !
We have FREE Try-Before-You-Buy on the water at right our store, so you can actually figure out how much you like one kayak vs. another.
Every day at Oak Orchard Canoe Kayak Experts we show people that have never even been in a kayak how much fun and how easy it can be, when presented with a good kayak and a proper paddle.
YES, even beginners can feel the difference from one kayak to another.
This is especially true at the low end, where spending just another $50 or $100 may provide twice the FUN, twice the comfort, or twice the stability.
Come to our store and we'll PROVE IT.
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Hundreds of Canoes, Kayaks, & Paddle Boards on display
at our Waterport NY store. Our customers say “YES, it is worth the drive to Waterport, since we can see all the best brands and models in one location.” |
We have Low end Pelican models in stock as well as the better Pelican Premium models. 
SPRINT 120XR 
With its Vee-shaped chine hull design, the SPRINT 120XR recreational performance kayak is made for paddlers looking for more glide and tracking than your average craft, along with better secondary stability to withstand choppier conditions or boat wakes. The Vee hull provides more responsiveness to weight and position shifts and a better return on effort, this recreational performance kayak also comes with excellent storage and load capacity. Convenient features such as the 10 cm day hatch and bottle holder in the cockpit table ensure your gear is within reach, and you can safety stow away the rest of your possessions in the rear Quick-Lock hatch. Built to last with our patented RAM-X PREMIUM material, this performance kayak is also lightweight and extremely easy to transport with its ergonomic carrying handles, weighing only 49 lbs. This kayak also comes equipped with a stern bulkhead for extra flotation and to ensure you are able to bail out water and get back in to continue your adventure, just in case. The SPRINT 120XR is without a doubt the ideal sit-in kayak for those looking to take their kayaking to the next level. Performance: The Vee-shaped hull and 12-foot-long design increases secondary stability, so boat wakes or choppy conditions wont be a problem. It also provides better tracking and glide, along with responsiveness to shifts in body weight and position. Each stroke will be maximized for a much better return on your effort. Comfortable: The adjustable ERGOFLEX G2 seating system is thoughtfully designed to provide you with extra back support and offers a more breathable cushion to help you stay comfortable. Premium Features: This sit-in kayak conveniently features a rear Quick-Lock hatch, a front storage platform with bungee cords, adjustable footrests, premium knee pads and a built-in bottle holder. Its cockpit table comes equipped with 4" day hatch and second bottle holder. There is also a keel extension to help your kayak stay straight as you paddle. Durable: Our patented RAM-X PREMIUM material is known for its high-impact resistance and will help your kayak last many years to come. Safe: This performance kayak comes equipped with a stern bulkhead for extra flotation and to ensure you're able to bail out water and get back in to continue your adventure. Added foam blocks on each side of the kayak also provide safety and peace of mind during your ride. This kayak can hold a maximum weight capacity of 325 lbs. Lightweight: Made of an exceptionally durable high molecular weight polyethylene, our kayaks require less materials to be built. At 49 lbs, and with ergonomic carrying handles, this sit-in kayak is easy to transport, carry and store. Color shown: Lava. Features: •Lightweight and incredibly durable RAM-X Premium™ material. •Adjustable footpegs. •Asymetrical Swede-form geometry. •Bow and stern ergonomic carrying handles. •Day hatch with storage bag. •Deluxe cockpit rim holds optional cockpit cover. •Elastic bungee cords in bow and stern. •Ergoflex Seating System.™ •Hard chine V-shape hull. •Keel extension. •Lay-down bottle holder. •Knee Pads. •Up-swept bow profile for a dry ride. •Stern hinged Quick Lock Hatch. •Watertight stern bulkhead.
the Catch
Argo 136xp tandem kayak
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