Loon 126

Advice
#1

Anybody have an Old Town Loon 126 that could comment on how they are? We have a pair of Heron 11XTs and are thinking of moving up.



Any comments would be appreciated.



Also, anywhere in Fl (Citrus County) or near Melborn where we might see one?



Thanks.

#2

What mean by moving up?
The Loon 126 is the same as the Herons in its intended use. Not on open water such a ocean or big ocean bays, etc. You would be replacing a two shorter rec boats with one longer one, no gain in paddling environment. Likely a bit faster.



Sooo… what exactly do you mean by moving up?

#3

moving up :slight_smile:
Celia



Actually, we are looking for better tracking, more comfortable seating. A bit better built kayak. We are not looking for any big water boats. Our big water boat is a 34’ Irwin Sailboat.



And, I’m 70 in April. :slight_smile:



Thanks for making me think.



Rik

#4

WS Pungo 140.

#5

In that case…
For tracking and seated comfort I may agree with string on the Pungo line.

#6

126 / 140
Part of our challenge is the space needed to get two kayaks on deck of the sailboat. The Heron 11XT was tight, the 12’ 6" will be tighter.

#7

OK - you are out of my league
I didn’t realize this kayak had to live on the sailboat. Whatever works… Other idea is a folder, maybe the best space-saving idea, bute if you actually needed it as a life boat you might not have time to assemble it.