It makes a good platform for photography, but I've also gotten used to photography in a sea kayak without much trouble. It also helps that it's plastic and cheap, i'd never have any fun in a fiberglass boat because i'd be afraid of smashing into a rock or a chunk of an abandoned dock or some other submerged maritime debris. This makes it great for exploring shallow coves, wrecks etc.

It's slow of course, but tracks half-decently, is very maneuverable and only draws less than 2' of water with me (145lbs) in it. My old version has no flotation built in, so remember a bag or other means to stay afloat if swamped. Not as stable as I had expected given its width, but still very stable even for absolute beginners. Overall a pretty good kayak for what it is (a short, fat recreational boat). For large inland bays with afternoon choppy conditions and stiff winds, this is not recommended unless fairly skilled at balance and oar work. I would recommend this for lake, quiet river and flat water ocean bays, etc. And the giant opening is easy to get into. The boat sides do not get in the way of Oar action, no hitting etc. Bravo Old Town! I can raise the soft rubber seat up and down and too and fro with the pull of some quick set straps. The adjustable Ergonomic seat is way way nice. The boat has attractive chiseled lines and a handsome rise from front to opening. For what I paid, about $500, I believe this is a good package. I now can bring my camera and wallet etc.

(My non professional opinion) Unlike all previous Loon 100's, this new 100 has a great dry storage compartment with a quick release hatch. The flatter bottom kayaks also require more work because there is more drag.

If you are new to kayaking and lacking agility, I would suggest a kayak with a flatter bottom and thus more stable. Now I balance the thing by shifting my weight just a bit and use the oar to stabilize. The trick is gaining skill in balance.įirst time out I would react instantly to tipping and the thing would be come more unstable. It really wants to start tipping and rolling instantly when I hit a little turbulence. I weigh 185 lb and after 5 trips I am just getting confident in water that is slightly choppy. I just got a Loon 100 with the dry storage compartment.

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