"Bill Siler" wrote in message
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(Mtkkburk) wrote in message
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I have recently become interested in kayak touring and would like to get
some
opinions about tandem touring boats. I live in central Pennsylvania and
would
be using it mostly on lakes and rivers with an occasional trip to the
Outer
Banks or similar destinations. I am thinking poly because I know that I
will
be dealing with rocks and possibly low water on rivers. I realize that
I will
be giving up some speed and some weight. My wife and I have done short
tours
in Arcadia and Ocracoke, and did a one week tour in the Queen
Charlottes. In
addition, have a fair amount of experience paddling tandem canoes.

I have looked (online) at such boats as the Necky Amaruk, the Prijon
Excursion,
the Perception Carolina II, and the Dagger Trinidad. Any thoughts on
any of
these boats? Other recommendations? I would like to stay under 17' 6"
and 100
lbs. Not looking for extended touring. Daytripping and 2-3 night max
overnight (we pack light).

Thanks Mike

Have you considered a Folbot double? Could be just the thing. They
are plenty sturdy.


I have had both a Amaruk and a Folbot. Both great boats, but the Folbot GII
is proving to be much more versatile. Check the Folbot user forum for used
boats http://www.folbot.com/forum.html and great advice.

Dave

www.webkatz.net