How heavy are you?

165 lbs (working on becoming 155 lbs)

From http://www.valleyseakayaks.com/avocet.htm :
"The Avocet is ideal as a general sea kayak for small paddlers,
especially women, or for the average sized paddler it makes a
playful and enjoyable day boat."

I don't think 'playful' is a desirable characteristic in a sea kayak.

--
Eiron

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