07-15-2010, 09:55 PM
[quote Jim_T]Peter,
There might be a difference between standing on the X5 vs the Madison since the X5 is at least a foot longer and has more volume. It helps to have the frame just a little further back as well. Also, not sure if you have the locking bar which really adds to the comfort level.
I stood on mine on the Kern River (in a slow moving section) and it was great. On lakes, the main time I stand up is when the wind is blowing. I anchor the boat and then fan cast all around me before moving to a new location. Otherwise, I seem to drift too fast if there's any breeze when I'm standing.
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Right you are Jim. Outlaw is posted at 10' 6" but when inflated is actually an inch under 10', same diameter however, and the Madison is wider.
I had a picture of the OutlawX5 with two frames on it. Kind of cool. One back by the bend rowed and the one in front stood and fished. But, the one in the front was Larry Tullis...need I say more about how well these boats are balance....even with more weight towards the front.
I do have several friends with the Madison and they love it. It is true, you don't use the standing platform all the time, BUT, it is there if you want to.
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There might be a difference between standing on the X5 vs the Madison since the X5 is at least a foot longer and has more volume. It helps to have the frame just a little further back as well. Also, not sure if you have the locking bar which really adds to the comfort level.
I stood on mine on the Kern River (in a slow moving section) and it was great. On lakes, the main time I stand up is when the wind is blowing. I anchor the boat and then fan cast all around me before moving to a new location. Otherwise, I seem to drift too fast if there's any breeze when I'm standing.
Jim[/quote]
Right you are Jim. Outlaw is posted at 10' 6" but when inflated is actually an inch under 10', same diameter however, and the Madison is wider.
I had a picture of the OutlawX5 with two frames on it. Kind of cool. One back by the bend rowed and the one in front stood and fished. But, the one in the front was Larry Tullis...need I say more about how well these boats are balance....even with more weight towards the front.
I do have several friends with the Madison and they love it. It is true, you don't use the standing platform all the time, BUT, it is there if you want to.
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