Having paddled canoes and whitewater rafts my whole life, I bought my first kayak (a Loon126) at the beginning of this paddling season. I couldn’t be happier! I have now logged dozens of hours in my Loon on a wide range Adirondack waters and along the historic Mohawk River/Erie Canal. This boat is everything I’d hoped for! Ease of transport out of water; cockpit roominess/seat comfort; ample storage space; overall stability; solid tracking; relative maneuverability. The Loon126 has it all! Looking forward to many more seasons!