#SWIFTY PERCEPTION KAYAK FULL#
#SWIFTY PERCEPTION KAYAK PORTABLE#

I wanted a kayak that would be suitable for paddling around our local lakes and rivers as well as an occasional swift-running creek. I have owned a Swifty for over 10 years and I think it is an excellent boat for beginners. I would recommend this model to anyone beginner or advanced for an inexpensive do-all rec./fishing yak. I have since learned a lot about kayaking, and wanted to wait until I knew more about kayaking before submitting my review. The seat is comfortable and the toe rail is in a good position and adjusts easy. We are experienced canoeists but our only kayaking experience is the REI demo and about 4 hours on the river with our new Swiftys. Bought the thing as a recreational run around kayak about 8 years ago at Ramakko's in Sudbury, Ontario. Also, it seemed to be almost as fast as my longer, slimmer kayaks (like my Necky Santa Cruz). Swifty's are about the only decent boat you can buy in Tucson so they are fairly popular. Fairly quick, lots of storage, and easily maneuverable with proper strokes.

#SWIFTY PERCEPTION KAYAK FULL#

They get a little tippy when they're half full of water. How do men with bigger feet than mine buy this kayak! Perception Universal Recreation/Touring Kayak Paddle | Nylon Blade | Two-Piece Aluminum Shaft (230cm/90.5 Inches) 4.6 out of 5 stars 129. Through it all, the polyethylene construction of my Perception Sport Swifty, has held up in every possible condition, from jagged boulders, protruding logs, and floating debris.

#SWIFTY PERCEPTION KAYAK PORTABLE#

It's a stable and forgiving platform that is easily portable in the back of a 6 foot bed pickup. For a boat under $300 that is 9.5 feet long, it exceeded my expectations. Good beginner kayak, Stable, Moderately Slow, Turns on a dime, Basic, Inexpensive, heavy construction, Good value for money. I loved this kayak and wish I had never sold her. My next purchase is going to be a SWIFTY 9.5 for myself for day runs. keyboard_arrow_leftBackPerception JoyRide 12.0 KayakLive it up while capturing your most unforgettable paddling moments with the Perception® JoyRide 12. Overall, I have no complaints whatsoever, other than not having more time to enjoy them. Capacity Fluid tests determine each model’s capacity, with maximum being the greatest load the model can carry and still perform under typical conditions. Some were missing handles!!!! My buddy and I partnered up and carried his kayak to rivers edge first, then came back for the Swifty. It was very easy to get him in the seat so that was a big plus. I live in southeast Georgia and mainly use the boat in rivers, creeks lakes and ponds here and in Florida. The Swifty has been discontinued, but I can barely tell the difference between it and the new Joyride 10 below.

We are loyal REI customers, but the clincher for buying there was an event at a Twin Cities county park lake where one could try all the kayaks REI carries and a 15% off coupon for attending the event. Love width as my 8 1/2 yr grandson can sit with me until he learns. This kayak is great for flat water paddling, very stable. DESCRIPTION Length: 9'4 ft Width: 29.5 in. Read Swifty 9.5 DLX reviews or submit your own review to share with the paddling community. Perception Universal Recreation/Touring Kayak Paddle | Nylon Blade | Two-Piece Aluminum Shaft (230cm/90.5 Inches) 4.6 out of 5 stars 129. Doesn't glide well when forward motion is ceased. Shop Sit-in Kayaks, Sit - Inside Kayaks & Kayak accessories from brands like Pelican at Academy Sports + Outdoors. Great for touring marshes, small rivers or lakes and fast enough to keep up with longer boats. Holds all my gear and plenty of room to move around while taking photos. weight limitanyone know the true weight limit on the swifty? I have used a Swifty on a small sheltered lake for a year. Brought one down class 2 rapids today, handled well turns on a dime, and the drain plug is a valuable asset on this kayak. I am by no means a small person, at 6'3' and 250lbs.

The boat is more stable than my Prodigy 120 and handles much quicker. The Perception Sundance is a great boat to introduce people to the world of kayaking. What I did, in order to prevent further loses, was to place a tie wrap in one of the first adjustment holes.

This boat is great for a beginner stable, tracks well, hard to roll, comfy. Create your own paddling stories worth sharing! I might buy me one just to use in the smaller waters and to play on and of course my fiancee needs a kayak.

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