i bought the Kay-noe from dicks at the end of june for $399. i have floated it about 50 miles on the Meramac so far and i LOVE IT! im about 6'3" and 300lbs and it is plenty roomy and stable for me. it tracks very well and turns easily. i have also found that at a non paddeling float it is faster that a regular kayak. my previous boat was a 11'6 Ocean kayak scrambler, it was much narrower and alot more prone to tip. it does everything my kayak would w alot more comfort, piece of mind(about tipping), and storage. i use a double bladed paddle. the seat on it is pretty nice and is quite adjustable to whatever your liking. it also sits you lower down in the boat (more like a kayak), that a tradition canoe would.
i would def recommend it to anybody wanting a good affordable solo boat.