On 7-Oct-2005, "Roger Houston" wrote:

"Stable, all-around river runner . comfortable cockpit for larger paddlers .
long waterline for speed and tracking . for those who prefer a longer, more
predictable kayak . choice beginner kayak or big water boat for anyone"

"Long waterline for ... tracking" "more predictable kayak" would seem to
imply a broader spectrum of usability than is actually the case.

There's nothing wrong with that statement as it applies to a whitewater kayak.
Your expectations are what's wrong. You have to do more homework before
jumping to the conclusion that this kayak is suitable for a beginner that
isn't prepared to learn how to handle a WW kayak. You didn't address the
issue that was commented on by a couple of us - is she looking for a WW
kayak or not?

Mike