I have a Lure 11.5. It is 36" wide, weighs 74 lbs, and has a weight capacity of 425 lbs. The Lure is incredibly stable, you'll feel as if you're fishing off of a boat. The Gravity Seat is hard to accurately describe. It is very comfortable and the height adjustment feature is amazing.
As for performance, the Lure tracks well, and is easy to paddle with a 240 cm or longer paddle (I recommend a similar paddle choice for the Big Rig, also). I recommend the rudder option simply to make turning and tracking that much better, but it is not a "necessary" accessory.
Storage space is nice. There is a very handy center console that will keep its' contents bone dry, and the stern well fits a crate easily with room left for more gear. I do recommend getting the UniTrack accessory mounts to attach rod holders (if desired).
Lastly, the molded handled and Wheel-in-the-Keel make loading/unloading child's play. You can rig the kayak at your vehicle and simply roll it to your launch site, no more dragging and scuffing the kayak, multiple trips back to the vehicle for gear, and you even turn a few heads doing it, lol.
If you have any more questions about the Lure 11.5, don't hesitate to ask. I'll post a photo of mine below with all attachments on the kayak.
Chris Bryant
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