![]() I wish the seat was little more comfortable - after about 4 hours I'm pretty much done and ready to get out of the boat. I have had the boat high center in fast shallow water and turn me sideways where flat bottom boats slide on down the river, so far I have not rolled it and been able to get myself out of the situation pushing off the bottom of the river with my hands and the large cockpit allows me to get out quickly and stand up in the water. It tracks well for a short boat and is easily maneuverable.Ĭons: The V bottom does leave me wanting for a comfortable place to rest the heals of my feet and my feet get tired but I think I can modify that. Pros: The boat fit almost every thing that I was looking for: it is light, large cockpit and 350lb capacity. I poured a couple pans of boiling water on the dent and popped it right out - so I had a brand new boat for over 1/2 the price. I bought it at Bargain Hunt for just $185 with a big dent in the bottom. If there is such a thing as an advanced rec kayak, the Edge is it, and when taking my friends out, they will get the 13 footers or the Blast, and I will use the Edge. I will keep both my kayaks, even though I plan to purchase a couple of 13' kayaks. If you want a kayak or two for friends with little experience, I would highly recommend the Blast. The more shallow a stream and the closer it comes to class II, the more the Blast comes into its own. For flat water and black water, I prefer the Edge. ![]() It is only comfortable for a couple of hours. Any water that required quick adjustments would be more fun in the Blast.Ī small person could have trouble with the Edge. ![]() The Blast is rated up to class II, and I concur with that. It needs more water than the Blast to make rivers work. I took the Edge in only one river, and the V bottom hit bottom a few times. One reason I purchased it was a p-net review by someone who uses his in San Francisco bay. It seems like a very miniature sea kayak. The Edge can keep up its speed better without taking on water. When the waves get over 12", the Blast ride gets wet, unless you slow down. The Edge bow splits waves better than the Blast. The Blast keeps its direction better when you stop paddling. For a rec kayak, the Edge feels less stable, especially when going very slow or dead in the water. The flat bottom and rounded chines on the Blast make it feel more stable. As soon as you stop, it wanders off, but I suppose that is do to its under 10' length. ![]() The Edge has a shallow V bottom and hard chines. I will also review the Blast in the Perception Sport section, as they are selling them now. ![]() I will compare them in this review, but the emphasis will be on the Edge. (124.7 kg) Best for: Slow-Moving Rivers and Waterways, Calm Bays, Lakes, Ponds Level: Beginner CRS + UltraLite XL Seat Provides Fold-Down Convenience Built-In Foam Blocks for Additional Flotation Ledge Lock Paddle Keeper for Easy Paddle Storage Bungee Straps to Secure Gear Front and Rear Toggle Handles for Easy Transport ST Perfeormance Hull Gives Excellent Stability and Tracking 48 lb.Last summer I added an Emotion Edge to my small fleet. This kayak model is equipped with our Ledge Lock Paddle Keeper and other great features for comfort and convenience. The ST Performance Hull design provides the speed, tracking, and maneuverability for just about every water condition from large lakes and bays to slow moving rivers and creeks. The Guster is made from High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) with a design and size that is easy to handle on and off the water. *THIS ITEM IS AVAILABLE FOR ONLINE PURCHASE WITH IN-STORE PICKUP ONLY! The Guster Kayak provides the perfect combination of comfort, stability, and performance in an exceptionally versatile package. ![]()
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