I have now borrowed an Avatar.
It has more rocker than expected and needs every bit of the skeg.
It also doesn't feel as stiff as I would like.
I do like the outfitting and the speed for a 16 foot plastic boat.
Thanks for the reply, Scott.


"Conrad Shiba" cfshiba00"at"adelphia.net wrote in message
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Looking for experience or reviews for Perception's Avatar 16.
I'm considering purchasing one for easy on/off car rack and short
paddles
with my kids.
I am an experienced paddler looking for an easy care option in lieu of
my
19
foot glass boat.

If anyone knows of good pricing on one, please pass it on.


I test paddled one at a demo day last summer and thought it was very nice.
It handled quite nicely and the skeg was helpful in a strong wind. For
reference, I have been paddling for 4-1/2 years and currently have a
Wilderness Systems Cape Horn 15. I thought the Avatar was a bit more
lively
than my boat.

Conrad