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Great job Dan good info for everyone wanting to advance in their kayaking experience. Love my Eddyline Fathom so much fun.

This is what I needed. Been reading and watching everything I can. These are perfect. Also watched the sandpiper 130 review. You are the best. Short drive from Reno. May head down there soon.

Thank you for putting the work in . No nonsense videos very matter of gact great info great vid

Thanks so much for doing this video. It really helps to understand and see the advantages of the Sky 10.

Great video! Kept my attention. I'm rethinking what to buy, Thanks!

I’ve watched a few of your videos and I am new to kayaking. I decided to purchase an inexpensive Lifetime Payette that’s only 44lbs and was on sale for less than $200. I appreciate your insistence to take a class and learn water safety. These kayaks that you’re showing are beautiful and I’m grateful to know more about the different types of kayaks out there.

Very nice video man I really enjoyed it those are some nice looking kayaks

Love it! I’ll be checking into this one.

Man I wish I didn’t live on the other side of the country! I love you videos they are so informative

I have both a rotomolded and a thermoform kayak, love em both. You mentioned flipping the kayaks over and water rescue. You should do a few videos on kayaking safety and the like.

I’m looking at getting a thermoform sit inside for big lakes, the Mississippi River and Illinois River and also a rotomolded polyethylene sit on top, for fishing. I live in Pittsfield, IL which is 75 miles north of St.Louis, MO. I’ve watched some of your videos and you have the best information that I’ve come across. If I was in your area of Cali, I’d definitely come there. Sweet shop and thanks for the education of kayaks. Now to decide on the right paddles and gear. 👍

The Hurricane Santee 116 is the closest I'll ever get to the old Wilderness Systems Chesapeake Pro model. Really wished I had gotten one of those years ago.

Dan - great info !! . Have watched many of your videos. Looking for a couple of Kayak recommendations to consider . Here is my scenario - I like how the sit inside feels to paddle and I want an ultralight --- but I do like to fish with light gear. I can go to 12'6" ...... I am short 5' 6" - I am in shape weight 165. I paddle and fish Coastal North Carolina inlets near the ocean.... so lots of current and have to navigate some tricky areas .. So open to ideas ...

As always a great and informative video Dan! I own the Hurricane Sojourn 135 and I love it. I believe they are a highly underrated kayak manufacturer but my next purchase will be the Eddyline Sky 10. We've been running the rivers down from Yosemite and the 135 is a wee bit too long.

omg thank you I was ready to give up kayaking because I don't have my big car anymore and mines too heavy to fit up on the roof for me to do by myself!!

Dan, thank you, another great video. Thank you..great kayaks but who is the sweet old dog in the video?

Looks like Jessica will have to come get one ;)

More in-depth pls. And definitely the paddle float method

I just got done cleaning my sandpiper 130 nice and shiny again.

Just bin researching light weight kayaks , I do have a slayer propel 10 which is awesome but even I wouldn't attempt to take it down some places I would like to which is why I am looking for a simple light weight yak I can take to these other places. Pelican has a good 35 to 45lb range , most of the one's under 40 are sit in , myself I prefer SOT , The pelican Pikes Run 100 Angler is 40lbs and a SOT , sentinel ect , also like the Hurricane Skimmer 10.6 but pricey , probably go with the Pikes Run 100 for what I am doing , great video.

Looks great. How do these ultra lights hold up to dragging? Here in Arkansas it's not uncommon to bounce on some rocks. They are so pretty I would hate to scratch them up.

You caught my attention talking about carrying the Eddyline inside a Subaru Outback. It might seem like an obvious question, but would it fit inside a 2017 Forester? I have an inflatable now, which I enjoy but I would like to upgrade without having to carry a hard shell boat on my roof. Lifting a boat over my head is problematic because of shoulder issues, but I really like the idea of the lightweight boat. Thanks and keep up the good work.

do you guys carry eddyline c135s? I cant find much information/reviews anywhere. just curious if you have any personal experience with them.

Dan, I’m 5’9 180# which is better at paddling on creeks and small rivers ? I have only paddled the Sky10 and wonder does the hurricane provide exactly the same response and performance ?

So I realize this video is a couple years old but maybe you can answer me back. I recently purchased a used Santee 116. Picked it up at a really good price. Do you carry any accessories specifically for the Santee at your shop? I feel I may have to replace the seat. Th back rest has seen a lot of wear. The yak I believe is a 2011 model. It has both a bow and stern hatch.

Thanks for sharing! I am 58 with a shoulder injury so weight is one of the most critical aspects I am concerned about. I am an angler and thinking of picking up the Native Slayer LT but might hold out until next in the hopes more manufacturers get on the thermal bangwagon and provide some LT models. Do you know if manufacturers plan on offering thermal LT models in the near future? Thanks Dan!

My wife and I are looking to get into kayaks. Our paddling will be recreational on smooth lakes and smooth rivers. I would also like to use mine for fishing and hunting. We would like to be under a $1000 price tag for each. One of the ones in this video would be great for her. Can you make any suggestions for brands / models I should look at?

They look great that's a bargain

I'd like to see the review of that yellow sit on top

Does the Eddyline Sky 10 seat have soft padding or is it hard molded ?

Maybe this was asked before, so sorry for repeating the same question: The thermoformed kayaks I've seen have no drain plugs. Is this a huge issue, is it easy to drain the kayak without it, is it necessary to wear a skirt (I don't know the correct term in english, that's how we call them, maybe skydeck)?

Bought a 10.9 kayak, have tried everything I have seen to try to self rescue, because it is only 40lbs, is there anyway to get back in?

I’m 6’3” sz 13 foot and 190lbs, would the sky 10 fit me?

Which one's have a scag and can hold a person between 275 and 300 lbs

Could you add some track to these for rod holders and depth finder?

I love the look and weight savings of carbonlite craft. However, do not use Goof-Off to remove labels and never attempt to polish it with abrasive polish as you might use on fiberglass. I've owned a dozen Eddylines and Deltas and have loved them.

I was interested in getting a thermoform kayak for fishing because I wanted something light weight and efficient to paddle. The one that looks the best to me is the Eddyline c135 Stratofisher. My only problem is it seems like that kayak has been discontinued, do you happen to have any information on why it was discontinued or know of any news as to whether Eddyline is coming out with another fishing kayak similar to the stratofisher c135? I've seen the Caribbean 12/14 and didn't like either of those nearly as much. Can you recommend another kayak similar to the c135? Or do you think you will still be selling them 2-3 months from now after I've saved up enough? I'd be really interested in a video similar to this one about top of the line thermoform kayaks for fishing.

Hi Would any of these work well for multiple day trips on large lakes and rivers

I wanted to ask, can you use these two kayaks as touring kayaks? and can these two handle some one foot waves in open water?

If you had to pick between an Eddyline or Hurricane which would you pick ?

can that sky 10 foot? fit in mazda cx5 2020? With the passenger seat folded down, of course.

Dan, Do you have reviews on fishing kayaks?

I'm looking for a light weight kayak.. which one tracks better Santee 116 sport, santee 110 sport or santee 120 sport? how comfortable are the removeable folding seats?

Hey Dan. We love your Video's they are so helpful! My wife is trying to decide on getting a Eddyline Skylark or a Hurricane Santee 126. Santee is is $450 less. Do you recommend one over the other? Do you feel the Eddyline is worth $450 to $500 more? Thanks for all of your help!

Do they make a sit on top

There's a 126 hurricane santee that was purchased in 2016 and they say it's in great shape and was only used 2-3 times a year. They are asking $1000. Is that a fair price? It comes with a werner paddle and a cockpit cover.

i just text my mom saying "if there should be any reason to get me a present , then pleease god let it be the santee 130" then i clicked find the nearest dealer and all my dreams shattered and rained upon me

Would that Eddyline fit in my Mercedes A180 if I put the backseating down??

Can you make a video of inflatable cars rigid kayaks for beginners? I feel like with inflatable tech being much more advanced now, inflatable yaks are much more practical for beginners looking to try out who don’t necessarily live near water

Nice vid those both look like nice yaks. But I was curious if you have any recomendations on some light weight sot style fishing kayaks. I like the lawn chair style seats but something light weight like these kayaks would be great since I car top. Thanks and keep up the great vids.

nice review im looking to buy my 1st kayak for me and my son im 235 lb my son is 12 year old will sky 10 will do for us we will use it on lakes only what u think?

Would love to buy one of these kayaks, but im not sure where you seen they were 1000$, every place i looked they start around 1299.

what do you think about folding kayaks? i am looking for a really lightweight kayak.

I’d like to come in & try out the two kayaks your showing, do you know when you’ll be open for business? Do you ever bring any of the boats to Sacramento?

i like to see the video . have you made one yet ? lol

great video however!

Would either of these be comfortable for a dude who is 6’3” and 170lbs?

Are these safe for class I and II rivers?

I wish I could get to your shop....and afford one of your boats.do you resell cheaper used kayaks?

I want kayak

I've never used a kayak off the water. How do you do that? Please explain comment at 2:42 +/-.

I know this is an old video but hope you can answer a question. Would these kayaks be suitable to Lake Michigan? We do have some swells and waves, as well as passing boats/jetskis so I wonder if they can handle those waters. Thanks.

Strange kayaks. They are not expeditions, fishing, or whitewater. What is its purpose?

Because I began kayaking in the 70s using fiberglass slalom style kayaks of 4m LOL by 60 cm beam and weighing 13-18 kg (30-40 lb) & actual comp boats of the day were carbon/Kevlar at less than1/2 that weight. Glass boats were more recreational. So, to me a 30-40 lbs is just a standard recreational kayak weight and anything above that is unacceptably heavy. Oh what horror those early PU tanks were at twice the weight of a glass boat! I never could understand why anyone would want one when the were twice the weight and more than twice the total expense or a weekend built glass boat, including mould hire, materials & tools. To my thinking at the time, you'd have to be a moron to fall for that. So, when you start talking about a lightweight kayak at 40 lb, I think you have to be joking. To me, it's not light weight at all, it's the absolute upper limit of acceptability for a recreational boat. In the scale of kayak history, western kayaks made just a generation before my time were pretty much canvas stretched over a cedar frame, then came stitch and glue plywood finished in marine Urethane, both of which were far lighter weight than fiberglass. I guess I'm an old guy but if I can't shoulder my kayak from car to water, over bollards, down bush tracks, dunes etc, forget it. Kayaking should be simple.

How much weight are these kayaks rated for?

What about durability

Dec 6, 2021...sky 10 is now $1200

75k views on this video alone....if at somepoint like myself these viewers buy a starter kayak @ $500 then these very few viewers just amounted for a whopping $3.8M worth of sales.

Unless you gonna bump lots of rocks.

Hurricane have the worst seats ever, so uncomfortable , what a shame

Why are you shouting at us? You're talking much too loudly.