Having given up paddling about 10 years ago to concentrate on more important
things like women and drinking, I'm looking to get kitted up again, and was
wondering what kayaks people recommended for some non-serious boating. It's
all changed since I were a lad.

I used to have an Carbon-Kevlar Extra and a plastic Mi370. The latter was
great fun all-rounder, but the former was wonderful for handling, a bit of
slalom, and a ride in white water. Most boats nowadays seem to be
ridiculously low-volume stunt/squirt boats or stupidly high-volume
Dancer-style things. I guess I'm after something in-between and probably
plastic, with a flat back (to pirouette with). Mostly I'll be on flat water
(to practice my strokes & rolls), but I might venture out into the surf
again, and some easier white water.

Any responses appreicated,

Ken.