01-10-2003, 11:50 AM
[cool][font "Times New Roman"][size 3] Checked out the website for the Water Skeeters. Didn't spend much time looking at the pontoon, but the "Pontoob" model called the "DayTripper" got my attention. Is this the one you used? I did notice a couple of pics of one in your Photos section.[/size][/font]
[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]It is about the same size and flotation as the Outcast Super Fat Cat, but I would have to really look one over up close and personal to render a final opinion. After jockeying a Kennebec...and repairing pinhole leaks...I would probably prefer to stay away from the PVC bladders in the future. [/size][/font]
[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]Also, without actually sitting in one, on the water, I can't judge the comfort factor. It looks like the side pockets might be just a tad high for my tastes. I don't like to ride with my elbows resting too high. But, if everything fits within the outside pockets, then I could handle that.[/size][/font]
[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]The last potential concern, after experiencing some grief in my Kennebec, is the wind profile. With all that height, it would seem to catch more air in a stout breeze. That is still one of the advantages of a donut. It sits lower in the water, with more of your anatomy acting as a wind anchor. If you prefer to sit higher, as I do, that becomes a tradeoff.[/size][/font]
[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]I don't remember seeing a pricetag. What do they ticket out at?[/size][/font]
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[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]It is about the same size and flotation as the Outcast Super Fat Cat, but I would have to really look one over up close and personal to render a final opinion. After jockeying a Kennebec...and repairing pinhole leaks...I would probably prefer to stay away from the PVC bladders in the future. [/size][/font]
[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]Also, without actually sitting in one, on the water, I can't judge the comfort factor. It looks like the side pockets might be just a tad high for my tastes. I don't like to ride with my elbows resting too high. But, if everything fits within the outside pockets, then I could handle that.[/size][/font]
[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]The last potential concern, after experiencing some grief in my Kennebec, is the wind profile. With all that height, it would seem to catch more air in a stout breeze. That is still one of the advantages of a donut. It sits lower in the water, with more of your anatomy acting as a wind anchor. If you prefer to sit higher, as I do, that becomes a tradeoff.[/size][/font]
[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]I don't remember seeing a pricetag. What do they ticket out at?[/size][/font]
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