

It is every bit as good as the other five brands we own. We especially like the width of this kayak. I can easily tuck a grandchild in the kayak with me for youngsters too small to go out alone. But, its also perfect for myself when I go out to do some photography on the water. Holds all my gear and plenty of room to move around while taking photos. I really could not be happier with this kayak. Perception redesigned this model in 2015.

The old model was fantastic,īut the new model struggles to track straight and is slow. I struggle to keep up with people in low-end Pelican boats where my older model does much better. Just a look at the shape and you'll see that this design is for a stable beginners boat that is very stable, It looks nothing like the old model.

It's maneuverable.and I've taken it on class I and II Rapids, but for distance flatwater, this boat doesn't want to track straight once you ago paddling. Honestly, I prefer the cheaper Pelican Trailblazer as a beginners boat, at the price point of this boat I expect more. For the pre-2015 model, it was a fantastic boat and I'm glad I own one. Pick up the old Swifty but I would avoid this model. It has the feel of riding a WalMart mountain bike with guys with good rides. Large Cockpit if great for larger paddlers. It has literally changed my life & my "Perception" of nature! How do I begin to thank you enough for creating something that has added so much joy to my life! I love my beautiful blue/green Perception Sport Swifty Deluxe 9.5. My Swifty and I have shared many exciting adventures together.
