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Fast/Fun Kayak Recommendation? Q700x, Rapier 18, 18x Sport, Wind 585

RickMcMinn said:
Hello, I have an original Mariner kayak that I rarely paddle any longer. I paddle a Mariner II mostly. The original Mariner would meet the four requirements you mentioned and I would be willing to part with it for $500. It’s in good shape. As with most of the Mariner kayaks, it does not have bulkheads and has a sliding seat which is really effective on this model. I found the Original Mariner a bit tippy empty but pretty stable when loaded for touring. I’ve kept it around for some of the reasons you mentioned: go faster on shorter day paddles. It was my first kayak and indeed it pushed me when it came to learning skills.
I’m in West Seattle. You’re welcome to give it a spin if you get down this way.
Rick
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Thanks Rick. Looks like (according to the specs online) the original Mariner is 18'5"—that right? I might be interested in it. I'm actually down in Eugene, Oregon (so I'd have to come UP to see it, LOL). I'll let you know when I'll be heading up that way and could take a look.

Scott
 
SWriverstone said:
Thanks Rick. Looks like (according to the specs online) the original Mariner is 18'5"—that right? I might be interested in it. I'm actually down in Eugene, Oregon (so I'd have to come UP to see it, LOL). I'll let you know when I'll be heading up that way and could take a look.

Scott
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Hi Scott,
Yes 18’5”. It will probably be here. I have not been very aggressive in selling it. It’s a boat that needs to find the right home
 
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