Name: Rob Blackadar Review Date: 1/12/2011 2:45 pm Rating:
If you have ever had a hard time learning or refreshing your roll, or just want a boat that is the easiest to roll, these XP's are the easiest. Ive been kayaking and teaching kayak for over 20+ years. There is no other kayak as easy to roll as the XP 9 and 10. The boat is wide and stable but never feels clumsy. Testamount to LL BA outfitting seat, backband and thigh braces...all adjustable and super comfy..and green. BA is 100% recycled and recyclable. other companies Foam is ozone eating glacier melting BS.
The 9 is best for paddlers from 100 to 220 lbs. its a big boat that fits smaller paddlers, optimal performace is about 120 to 175 lbs. Its wider with moderate rocker, fast at 9'3" and can hold a ferry better than most kayaks out there. XP can track straight and true on flatwater, and can tackle class 1 to 4 rapids in dry upright style, and can handle almost all the classic mulit day trips of the west...and without raft support.
Best of best for beginners and multiday
Remix XP 9 Kayak - Liquidlogic
Purchase this Boat or Board and receive a $100 store credit and 15% off accessories.
The Liquidlogic Remix XP 9 Kayak has come up with the perfect blend of stable, fast flat water cruising and mild whitewater capabilities. For 2012 the best got better. The completely redesigned seat provides unmatched comfort, storage and safety while the bow pillar swivels up for easy bow storage. Look to the XP for overnight trips on the river and lakes or load up all the necessary toys for a comfortable day trip. The hull design keeps speed while giving you stability and the drop skeg ensures this kayak tracks straight on open water.
Remix XP 9 Features:
The do-it-all seat provides rigidity to the hull, back band swivels up for easy access to the stern, has two quick point attachments for gear, and gives you the comfort to be in the kayak all day.
The swiveling bow wall moves to easily pack gear in up front and is shaped to provide a stable handle when transporting the boat over your shoulder.
With the skeg up option maneuver around river obstacles, then drop the skeg when the water gets flat and have mindless tracking
The hatch has enough room to store camping gear for extended trips
Deck Rigging for the day's necessities: maps, deck bags ect.
Solid grab loops for easy transport and security when the boat is on your car rack
Water bottle holder
Adjustable outfitting for the perfect fit
MUST SHIP TO A BUSINESS ADDRESS. This kayak is large enough that it needs to ship freight. The freight companies charge considerably more to go to a residence. The quotes provided are for a business; please call if you need assistance arranging shipping.