"Radu Tenenbaum" wrote in
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I just got one a week ago. I'm a newbie, but I live on a l5 mile long
ake and wanted to take up kayaking. I wanted just a bit more than a
stable barge and based on my research bought the Calabria. Got it at a
steep discount, $710. If you're near Massachussets I can point you to
a used one which I decided to pass on.

You ended up with a Calabria? It's a nice light touring boat though it
would be better if it had a forward bulkhead and hatch. A friend of mine
sells them so I've had a chance to try one out a few times. It should serve
you well and not limit the development of your skills. It's not the easiest
boat to learn to roll in but I've rolled it several times without a problem.
I also know of a used one for sale here in Ithaca.