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Abaco 9.5 Sit-On-Top Kayak, Yellow/Orange
- Model # 12972436 | Manuf. # 93526234
- In Stock Online: Available for immediate shipment.
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This compact, easy-to-store and transport 9'6" kayak makes getting out onto the water a cinch. Lightweight, with comfortable carry handles, you can be ready to paddle at the drop of a hat! The hull design is fun for flat-water or surf, and fits a large range of paddler sizes. Features include a molded-in foot brace system, molded-in side carry handles, and a deluxe deck rigging system.
- Application: Recreation
- Length: 9'6"
- Boat Beam: 32"
- Weight: 45lb.
- Capacity/Persons: 250lb./1
- Hull Material: Polyethylene
- Hull Construction: Roto-molded
- Hull Shape: Sit-on-top
- Seat: One; Molded-in (padded & adjustable seats are available as an accessory option)
- Warranty: Three-year limited
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy Entry & Exit
- Easy To Lift
- Easy to Paddle
- Stable
Cons
- Poor Tracking
- Slow
Best Uses
- Day Trips
- Flat Waters
- Ocean Swells
- Rivers
Comments about Abaco 9.5 Sit On Top Kayak, Yellow/Orange:
My wife and I were looking for basic, simple, sturdy craft for day trips in the Sea of Cortez, where we live. The Abaco 9.5 met all our important requirements, though two of them barely fit on our Nissan Sentra's roof. The 9.5 is nearly perfect for us, since speed and directional stability aren't major issues. It absolutely requires the optional seats, and the Scupper Pup cart works very well.
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy Entry & Exit
- Extremely stable
Cons
- Heavy
- Slow
Best Uses
- Day Trips
- Flat Waters
- Kayak Camping
- Ocean Swells
- Rivers
Comments about Abaco 9.5 Sit On Top Kayak, Yellow/Orange:
I bought this kayak while recovering from severely fractured foot. I have now used it 4-6 times a week in every weather condition in fresh and saltwater, for about 3 months. I chose a sit on top because it was easy to get into. Despite the website, this kayak is heavy, but is solidly build out of really heavy duty plastic. In calm fresh water it glides decently through the water, but feels heavy and "pushes" water in salt water chop. The drainage holes are HUGE and all over the kayak, causing water to shoot up like little geysers in chop...so you constantly get wet (more of a colder weather issue). The deck rigging is great, but after adding several more eyelets it is far more usefull. I love the cargo area in the rear which is large enough to carry even a 5-gallon bucket securely with room to spare. After several fishing trips, I've noticed rods securely fit in the rear (actually any) drainage holes. While paddling I usually stuff the rod(s) under the bow/ stern deck bungees to eliminate drag. Eventually I'd like to add a couple after market rod holders, but drainage holes work almost as well. This kayak needs seat...I have yet to get one though. Also the kayak anchor kit from west marine is a must for fishing. In summary, the abaco 9.5 is an extremely well built fishing kayak without the usual fishing add ons...
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