Sit In-side versus Sit On–Top
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Which one is better? Which one is for me? What is the difference? Which one sells better? Which one do you like? |
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These are the typical questions we receive. The problem is there is no one right answer for any one of them. You see, each type of kayak has its own purpose and function. Here is a quick comparison of the differences:
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Sit In–Side |
Sit On–Top |
| Stay relatively dry |
Exposed to splash and drip |
| Protected from the elements (sun, cold, etc) |
Exposed to the elements |
| Can be difficult to get in and out (especially on the water) |
Relatively easy to get in and out (including on the water) |
| May require a skirt in rough water |
Self bailing, handles rough water |
| Stability is usually very good |
Stability is usually greater than sit-inside |
| Smaller cockpits |
Cockpits are open since they are not defined |
| Deck storage using bungee |
Deck storage in tank wells |
| Minimal access to deck storage |
Deck storage very accessible |
| Fishing is possible but a bit more difficult |
Fishing is easier due to the open cockpit and deck storage |
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As you can tell, there are pro's and con's for each style – not to mention that one's personal opinions affect even our pro's and con's. The bottom line is that no single kayak suits every need and rarely does one suit everyone's needs. Many customers find that over the years they wind up with one sit–inside and one sit–on–top. |
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New Kayaks Coming Soon (or already here)
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| Hobie Revolution – The Hobie Quest meets the Mirage Adventure. Hobie has taken the popular Mirage Adventure and bred it with the Hobie Quest to create the new Revolution. Those who wanted a shorter Adventure are delighted...this one has speed and stability. The Mirage line–up is now complete with the Sport, Outback, Revolution and Adventure. more info... |
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| Wilderness Systems Ride – The Ride has been completely re–designed. Keeping true to its predecessor it retains the pontoon–style hull but now has a Tarpon like deck. New features include items such as fishing rod rests a tackle box holder behind the seatback and a gigantic tank well. more info... |
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| Perception Search – The Search is a completely new design. It replaces the Caster and should appease the Perception fans out there. They have designed this kayak with almost everything in mind; from side pockets, Fishing rod rests a tackle box holder and a large tank well. The hull tracks great and has good speed. The Search is available in 13 and 15 feet versions. more info... |
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| Mad River Synergy –That's right, Mad River Canoe is coming out with a Kayak...well, call it a Canoe–Yak. This is a true blend of a kayak and canoe. Their design is innovative, taking a Kayak like hull and mating it with a canoe like cockpit – very open and completely dry – no scupper holes. more info coming soon... |
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