Reviewer:

JB

Rating:

5

Date:

6/4/2012

Review:

I tried out several SOT kayaks over the weekend: Tetra 12, Necky Vector 13, Necky Vector 14, and Tarpon 140. I used a GPS to determine speed using similar relative effort normal paddling and hard paddling, some turns. The Necky Vector 14 was the winner in terms of speed. It tracks straight as an arrow, and is clearly the tourer of the SOT kayaks of similar length. The seat was very comfortable, but low in the kayak to add stability, making for a comfortable but potentially wet ride. The Necky 14 was less stable than the other boats on this list, but not uncomfortably so. Still, its more of a tourer/paddler than a fishing or diving platform.

Reviewer:

Chris

Rating:

5

Date:

5/26/2012

Review:

Delivery was much quicker that I expected and the boat had additional wrapping material around what the manufacturer had already used so it arrived in perfect condition. As for the boat its great, all the fun of a sit on top without that feeling that youre paddling a barrel through the water. Lots of storage so Ill be doing multi- night trips. Im a big guy, 6 4 275lbs and this boat floats me very well and handles better. Im still feeling out the stability but so far secondary feels good and maybe could be edged further with some knee braces, but Ill make that decision later. If you cant tell Im very happy with the boat.