Native Ultimate FX 12?

[joeD]

Remember, Al is somewhat small in stature and in good shape. No one talks about height and weight when it comes to kayaks or solo canoes. It makes a big difference. A fat chump like me wouldn't even be considered in a target kayak demographic. For good reason too. Just something else to consider.

[Gavin]

Joe is right. Al is a stud, 5'8" a buck 60 at best. Benefit of the doubt, probably smaller. Just like he measures his smallmouth, round down 20%;)! Just Jealous;)!

[Al Agnew]

Nah, I'm about 170 these days...the abs don't show anymore; there's a bit of padding covering them.

Good point on size, though.  A lot of boats are sensitive to weight, and height makes a difference in stability, too.  We shorter people aren't as wobbly in a canoe.  And a lot of solos won't handle more than about 250 pounds, no matter what the capacity figures say.  On the other hand, some actually do better with a bit of a load.  I like the way the Vagabond handles with me and a full load of camping gear.