Thanks Andrew, I really appreciate the input. I'm looking for a small, all-rounder for day trips. Plus, my car, a two door coupe, won't be able to handle a longer sea kayak on the roof.

It's been too long since I've been paddling--like 15+ years. And even that was with rentals and what not. The itch to get back to it has never left me, though.

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