Need advice on Perception Kayaks...

[Bocephus]

Academy has the 12' Pescador, and the 13' Pescador.... 1 foot difference in length, 2" in difference in width & height.

If you had to make a choice...which & why ?....see links below.

Thanks for any helpful advice !

Bo


http://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/percept ... 4294956176" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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[M T Stringer]

The narrower/longer model.

You lose a little side stability, but you gain speed.

These are old Tarpon models.

[texnomad]

The lighter model because I have very bad shoulder joints.

[Bocephus]

Site says they both weigh the same ??? 60 lbs.

[Heatstroke]

They both have adjustable foot rest? If not, I'd get the one that does. I don't where you're located but the Academy I was in Saturday had the pescador 12's marked for $399.

[Bocephus]

I'm in Baytown, but if you'll tell me where they are $399 I'll go buy a couple of them !

[MachewTexas]

I own the 12. Love it. Plenty heavy enough. I can carry it overhead 20-30 yards without resting. Plenty fast and can carry a good load.
Lake, bay, marsh, and surf. I've been comfortable in all.

[MachewTexas]

Also...I own green. I recommend a brighter color (red or orange). First, the green absorbs a lot of heat from sun, a lighter color may be better. Second, better visibility.

[Heatstroke]

I'm in Baytown, but if you'll tell me where they are $399 I'll go buy a couple of them !

Two red ones in Tyler for $399

[walkeraviator]

I would go 13. The 12 isn't exactly a SUP anyway, so the slight loss in stability would mean nothing. The extra speed allows you to cover water.

With that said, if one is on sale for 399, that's a no brainer

[Highland yak'er]

I would. Stay away from the 13'. It doesn't have scupper holes. On a rough day u will have a bad day