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Hey all,

I was all set to pick up two Old Town Otter Rec. Kayaks, when an
unknown option came into play: A Coleman Ultimate 100. It is $20
cheaper per kayak, but it seems to have a number of features of the
more expensive kayaks (and looks just like a Perception Swifty). It has
a covered hatch and bungee cording on the bow and stern to hold gear
down. I figure this kayak is just a rebranded kayak from a regular
maker, again possibly Perception... Does anyone know?

Why would you figure that? Perception has probably been making polyethelene
canoes longer than any of these other companies have been making
polyethelene kayaks. Their canoes are targetted to the casual paddler so it
stands to reason that they'd be in the recreational kayak market as well.

Should I stick with the Otter, or go with this new option. I won't be
able to demo it, but I have demoed the Perception Swifty and really
liked it.

Honestly, performance wise most 9 to 11' recreational kayaks are likely
pretty much interchangable so if you find one with an extra feature or two
at a price you like, buy it.