Of course, as the other reviews indicate this is not the speediest kayak on the market; however, it wasn't designed to be. The fact that two 200 pound men could stand on this thing speaks to the tandem's main selling point: stability. I use this kayak for recreational purposes (I'm not sure what else you could use it for)-- I keep it on the deck of my sailboat. It's weight is comparable to similar models, maybe a little more. This kayak has much better construction than the types you buy at Wal-Mart, Costco, or those types of stores. I don't know the scientific difference in the plastic, but you can definitely tell that this one is better. Words of advice:
-Invest in decent seats, and don't even try it without a seat. I use Cobra's seats and they seem to be good quality, comfortable.
-Invest in carbon fiber handles: They are much lighter, and consequently more comfortable to hold over a longer period of time.
The new generation has arrived! While many tandem kayaks are very heavy and very expensive, they are also very difficult to paddle solo. With the Cobr...More at eBay
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