Great info so far, guys. Thanks a ton - this helps a lot.
I'm surprised at folks saying the SOT kayaks are more stable than a sit-in. I figured a sit-in would be inherently more stable due to lower center of gravity. Interesting.
The Jackson Coosas look like great little boats but I notice there's one on Craigslist selling used this morning for $1,000.00. That's a little out of the range I'm looking to spend right now.
If I can find something in that $400-used range that txnative mentioned, that would probably be more my style. I will keep looking.
Thanks to all,
bd