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Caribou
Caribou
Boats & Boards
(Updated: September 20, 2008)
Pamlico 140
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Overall rating 
 
4.3
Design 
 
4.0
Perfomance 
 
5.0
Quality 
 
4.0
Value / Money 
 
4.0

Fast and nimble

About the reviewer

I have been kayaking for 4 years. I own a Wilderness Systems Pamlico 140. Live in Fort collins, Go to Fort Collins High school.

Test environment

Mild and relitivley flat, some wind producing mild chop.

Review

This kayak is a very fast and nimble kayak, capable of going fast and covering lots of distance with little effort. Also, It has a small, snug cockpit and room for lots of gear, and full outfitting. There were some waves, and this kayak doesnt bounce up and down as much as other sea kayaks, such as my Pamlico 140, when in waves. Instead of going over waves, it cuts through them, so while not high in initial stability, it was very high in secondary stability. Even in choppy waters it feel flat. However, Turning requires a large circumfrance and alot of effort. Its a kayak based on Inuit Greenland style designs.

Conclusion

Best for ocean use.

Review

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About Me
Location: Windsor Lake
Age: 15
Weight: 86.2 kgs
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