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Originally Posted by MidTNKayakAngler
I have taken the Ride 135 down 2 class 3's, it was hairy, but doable. Most of the guys in river kayaks took the safe routes and went around, I just shot them. The roughest part was the 3' wall of water that hit me in the chest, nearly knocked the wind out of me, and the entire cockpit filled with water and made the boat every tippy for a few seconds until the water drained out the scupper holes. I feel that the Ride 135 would suit me on overnight trips with gear if needed but a hybrid style like an Ultimate, or Commander would be better suited.
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You will get a kick out of this. One of my old overnight trips. Black box full of camp gear, crate full of fishing tackle and front hatch had two batteries plus anchor with a gallon of water.
