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hydroid 04-15-2016 03:08 PM

Sit in vs Sit on?
 
Which would be better for spearfishing?

battleborn702 04-15-2016 03:28 PM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
Sit on

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North Star 04-15-2016 08:42 PM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
Sit on is the ONLY way to go. Sit in will be extremely difficult to get in and out of with out swamping and sinking it.

Sanny 04-16-2016 09:41 PM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
sit in is a bit more of a hassle to get in and out of the water from, but two of my buddies have used them (one still does). The bigger bummer is finding a good place to stow all your gear with a sit in boat- and how to attach it all if you do dump it. FWIW I use two ankle straps from (broken) surfboard leashes to lash guns to the kayak that are too long to fit into a hatch. Take a fin key and remove the ankle strap from the (snapped) rope and thread a leash string through the hole in the swivel and an tie down spot on the boat- just remember to orient the spear tip to the rear of the boat.
But I agree hands down that a sit on top is the only way to go!

dirkbeachman 04-21-2016 04:43 PM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
definitely sit on top. you want to be totally waterproof and unsinkable, especially coming in through waves. I know hot shot sit-in kayaker surf some significant waves, but they aren't your average diver coming in tired and chilled after a few hours in the water and loaded with fish/abs, anchor, gun, or other gear.
and with a sit on top, you can't have too many short ropes with clips on the end. clip everything down on the way in for sure

Ron S 04-21-2016 11:49 PM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
Before I became a diver I was an avid kayaker. I had paddled a couple of short, fat, slow sit on tops and compared to my long, fast sit in's, they were terrible. As a result, when I started diving, I really wanted to make use of my sea kayak. Fortunately a buddy, who was a very good freediver and a better kayaker than I, tried using his yak for diving. Tried outriggers, paddle floats, etc. His conclusion was it just wasn't the tool for the job.

I followed his advice. I now use an OC Scupper Pro, which is about as close to sit in kayak feel and performance as I could find in a sit on top. I absolutely love it for diving and fishing! And I used to turn up my nose at sit on tops, as they're not "real" kayaks...

Ron.

Ocean 04-22-2016 03:14 AM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Ron S (Post 2099663)
Before I became a diver I was an avid kayaker. I had paddled a couple of short, fat, slow sit on tops and compared to my long, fast sit in's, they were terrible. As a result, when I started diving, I really wanted to make use of my sea kayak. Fortunately a buddy, who was a very good freediver and a better kayaker than I, tried using his yak for diving. Tried outriggers, paddle floats, etc. His conclusion was it just wasn't the tool for the job.

I followed his advice. I now use an OC Scupper Pro, which is about as close to sit in kayak feel and performance as I could find in a sit on top. I absolutely love it for diving and fishing! And I used to turn up my nose at sit on tops, as they're not "real" kayaks...

Ron.

looks like
Ocean Kayak Scupper Pro

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Ocean 04-22-2016 03:27 AM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
RTM Tempo Angler
same but also can't find this yet in us

hydroid 04-22-2016 03:31 AM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
Just a day after my first post on this question, I had a guy give me an Ocean Kayak Scupper Pro. It's been sitting outside awhile and a little sun faded but overall in pretty good condition. I can't wait to get out there.

Ron S 04-22-2016 04:17 PM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by hydroid (Post 2099679)
Just a day after my first post on this question, I had a guy give me an Ocean Kayak Scupper Pro. It's been sitting outside awhile and a little sun faded but overall in pretty good condition. I can't wait to get out there.

That's great!
Now, a little about the Scupper pro. It's a bit narrower than most other boats, so feels initially tippy. That means it lacks primary stability. The good news is that as a result it has good secondary stability. That means you'll have better control of the boat than the waves will. Once you get used to it, you'll appreciate it.
The scupper's also a pretty fast little boat for it's size, meaning you can cruise at a decent pace with little effort.
As to the sun damage, I use a product called, "303 aerospace protectant". It's a legit, spray on sunscreen for plastic stuff and works really well for plastic boats. If it's not available out on your island, I'd try and order a couple bottles of the stuff and hit the scupper good.
Hey congrats on the boat!:thumps:
Ron.

hydroid 04-22-2016 07:12 PM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
Thanks Ron for the info. I'll put the 303 on my list. I've got to order, anchor, rope, spare bungies, snaps, hull epoxy, etc. I wonder why they quit making this Kayak?

TroutCreekMT 06-03-2016 03:17 PM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
Definitely agree with the SOT suggestion. Too cumbersome getting in and out of a SINK. Plus you're not flooding your 'yak with water every time you get back in since it will drain out through the scupper holes. Good luck with the Scupper Pro. Let us know how you like it!

hydroid 06-04-2016 01:36 AM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
I'm slowly getting the Scupper Pro customized extra clips, bungees, etc. and the more I go, the more I realize that this is an amazing boat. This is my first rodeo at this stuff, but this Kayak makes me look like a pro, ha ha.

billder99 01-05-2018 12:15 PM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by hydroid (Post 2105140)
I'm slowly getting the Scupper Pro customized extra clips, bungees, etc. and the more I go, the more I realize that this is an amazing boat. This is my first rodeo at this stuff, but this Kayak makes me look like a pro, ha ha.

It's been a year and half since you posted on this... how about an update? I'd really enjoy hearing lessons you have learned, both diving and kayaking.

I'm getting ready to spring for my first dive/spear/fish kayak... can't wait!

UPDATE: Just bought 2 kayaks for my wife and I... Cobra Tourer, 15'-0" long x 28" wide... this seems like a very good compromise between stability and speed... speed is important to me, I will be paddling between 1-6 miles each way to dive in the good, accessible spots. Kayaking is a new adventure for me, I'll start my own "Newbie Old Guy" thread after a bit of exposure.

billder99 01-19-2018 02:54 PM

Re: Sit in vs Sit on?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Ron S (Post 2099753)
...Now, a little about the Scupper pro. It's a bit narrower than most other boats, so feels initially tippy. That means it lacks primary stability. The good news is that as a result it has good secondary stability. That means you'll have better control of the boat than the waves will. Once you get used to it, you'll appreciate it.

I hate to admit it but I had to look up primary/secondary stability, which led me to a whole bunch of other fundamental things I should have known but didn't. I have been paddling purely by feel and instinct... I should have started reading about the science and technique awhile ago. Here is a good article, on a site with a bunch of good articles: http://paddleeducation.com/whitewate...ary-stability/


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