Kayak bug got me good

[McBride757]

I rented a SOT kayak from Loveland Canoe and did a 5 mile float on Sunday, and fell in love. I cannot wait to get a kayak. My question is how most of you float the river. Do you use a livery? When I do get a kayak, I'm going to be going solo most of the time.
My other question is concerning the Perception Sport Pescador 10.0 Kayak. I searched the forums and didn't really find any specific info about it here. Anyone have experience with this model?

[MIKE*A]

I'm fortunate....I have two teenagers at home with drivers licenses....I make them drop me off/pick me up.....i have used liveries before also.....some stretches of the river i frequent flows slow enough that i can paddle upstream and then fish my way back or fish my way downstream and then paddle back up...

Mike

[USMC_Galloway]

Either bribe the person you are living with, find someone on OGF to float with, or do a stretch you can float down paddle up, or wade up and float down.

[Rybo]

Exactly what USMC_Galloway said. OR, come up with your own method.
All of use float a little weird, whatever you like to do to get the job done works.
Some guys have little trailers they hook to a bike and ride back up to the car, etc.
Just get out there. It's always work, and rarely disappoints.

[RebelWithACause122]

Flat water is also an option. I know that not everyone enjoys it as much as I do, but I use my kayak on lakes. Once in a while I have to fight some wind, but I don't have to worry about current carrying me farther from my vehicle. I've put 162 miles on my kayak so far this year... all on flat water (I carry a handheld GPS to measure speed and distance). Just another option if you're kayaking alone.

[Ken G]

Most of the liveries will portage you and your kayak for a fee. Call around or check their websites.

[McBride757]

Thanks for the tips. I can't wait to get started. I've been pretty stressed out lately, and while I was floating down the river I was the most relaxed I've been in awhile.

[Riverjam]

Originally Posted by McBride757

Thanks for the tips. I can't wait to get started. I've been pretty stressed out lately, and while I was floating down the river I was the most relaxed I've been in awhile.

It's definitely a stress reducer. I find wading to be the same relaxer.


To answer your question about the pescador, my understanding is that it is virtually identical in design to the Wilderness Systems Tarpon. A few minor differences including the seat, but hull design etc. are supposed to be the same. I'm sure you've heard of the Tarpon, which has been super popular for quite a while

[McBride757]

Definatly heard of the Tarpon. The Pescador is easier on the wallet, and I can equip it for fishing as I go.

[McBride757]

Besides just going and trying what's out there, is there anything specific I should look for in a PFD and paddle?