What About the Cape Horn 17?
With all the talk of the Tsunami vs. the Tempest, I’d be courious to know if anyone thinks the Cape Horn might be a good compromise between the two (and it’s still a Wilderness Systems boat)? My understanding is that the Cape Horn is closer to the Tsunami than the Tempest, but would it be a better choice if the original poster does not feel ready for the Tempest?
Fine with Tempest… now what lenght?
I am a “real” beginner (14 Hrs Kayaking experice!)
Your story is very poignant to me, because I a kayaking class two years ago on a Tsunami 140 and I loved it too… I thought that was all I needed.
But then, I also heard the comparisons between the Tsunami 140 and the Tempest, and I have been converted to go for the Tempest.
Now the final question is… WHICH LENGHT? I know length determines amount of storage (great for touring several days) and I also heard the longer boats are faster and more efficient.
So bottom-line: Longer boats have two advantages, well actually 3: More storage, they go faster and better handling (more responsive) Do I get it?
Another detail, I am 5-4" and 200 lbs!.. does that affect the lenght of the boat? I get the feeling that for my size, the Tempest 165 or 170 will fit the bill… But HOW DO CHOOSE FROM THE TWO?