Thoughts on small tandems for solo use / Brand Preference

[kprhok]

Thanks for the input, Alan and Gamma1214. I really don't see myself on class III waters or large lakes, so going with the lower height and shaving off some weight is probably going to work for me.

 

[NikonF5user]

NikonF5user, did you go with the Huron 15? I am going back and forth on the Huron 15 (55 lb) vs Prospecteur 15 (60 lbs). My main question or dilemma trying to figure out whether shaving 1.5 - 2.0 inches off height (Huron) significantly increases the risk of taking on water if the water is choppy. My plan is calm lake fishing, birding, etc. and I don't want to worry if we have modest winds, choppy water. I am trying to keep weight as low as possible without going to kevlar, $$$ in cost, etc. I guess to summarize, is a 5 pound reduction in weight worth the potential risk associate with a 2.5 reduction in depth at the midpoint? Comments from others also appreciated....

If you're not planning on class 2 2+ rapids I am sure the Huron will fit your needs perfectly. My hope is that Esquif increases the T-Formex lite offerings to include the Huron - in which case the Huron 15 becomes even more alluring. I feel the Huron 15 is quite comperable to the Old Town Camper 15 / Pathfinder but heavier - the new T-Formex Lite layup/setup will make it very close in weight, if not even lighter...

 

[kprhok]

If you're not planning on class 2 2+ rapids I am sure the Huron will fit your needs perfectly. My hope is that Esquif increases the T-Formex lite offerings to include the Huron - in which case the Huron 15 becomes even more alluring. I feel the Huron 15 is quite comperable to the Old Town Camper 15 / Pathfinder but heavier - the new T-Formex Lite layup/setup will make it very close in weight, if not even lighter...

Thanks for the input. I decided to go with a Huron 16. It worked out well on the lake this week on a windy day.