Here’s another result from Craig’s visit here:
Craig is a saltwater kayak fly fisherman who’s usually fly fishing standing in his W300 kayak in Cape Cod and Florida. He got that fishing kayak back in 2008, and has contributed a kayak review about it, as well as interesting rigging ideas.
Now he’s come to test the W500, and guess what – he became an instant fan of it.
Craig is getting a yellow W500, and we can hardly wait to see how he’s going to rig it.
The movie shows Craig fly fishing standing in his kayak, paddling standing, and doing a bunch of other things that are amazing and amusing, including entertaining a guest on board, and testing a lawn chair as a seat add-on (just stick the chair in the cockpit…).
BTW, Craig said he prefers the kayak without any added seat, which proves the W saddle is a classic
The lawn chair idea is intriguing, but I guess it could be dangerous because folks would just fall asleep in their yaks due to excess comfort
The w-500 is the one and only, and I’ve tried them all
CJ
Excess comfort can be hazardous
Pete
Nice job on the video.
I’ve put a lawn chair in my W300 to try it out.
They work great, but I’d rather have the extra room, and the saddle is
just fine for me.
You can nap in the W, just make sure you tie off to something so you won’t float away.
Tight lines and Paddle Safe All.
Rox
Funny thing about that W saddle. No padding , no back rest, no straps, no adjustment, darn! Then why is it so good? Well, it’s has to do with comfort and ease of use. Besides you never have to worry about a forgotten seat and leaving it at home. I’ve seen that simple error ruin entire days of fishing for folks in other kayaks. The W saddle represents the best seat in the world of fishing kayaks right now and it should hold that title for a long time to come.
I’d like to try one of these, do you have dealers in Texas?
Carl06, whether you fish or not, the W500 is really easy to stand up in, paddles beautifully, and is incredibly comfortable. Believe me, I’m not that athletic, and if I make it look easy, it’s only because it really…truly…..IS!!!! Even if you order one without the opportunity to try it, you will not be disappointed! After 10 minutes in the boat, you’ll know what I’m talking about!