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... XL version of the zephyr? I’ve not paddled either the original or the new big boy version but it does look interesting. I paddle a Viper 12 but it has some “issues” & I’m looking for a good III & IV river runner. I’ve grown to like the edges on the viper as it is snappy without being a hazard & think ...

Klaus,
If your friend is comfortable in the Defiant, the Big Boy would be even more comfortable with a lot more volume and boat width.

Hallo Kaz
we had to drive a realy long distance to test and there is no realy white water. How similar is the Big boy to the Defiant ? I think we can test one on a local slalom course nearby. If Thomas would be comfortabel in the Defiant, would the Big Boy be ok for him ?

Hello,
I only built 3 Big Boys and then discontinued the model.
The designer, Bob Connolly, weighs approx 240 lbs and paddles his Big Boy solo. 297 lbs? Maybe. There is only one way to find out.

... someone can help me here, we are looking for an composite OC for a really big and heavy friend (2.00 m and 135 kg). Now here is a big boy of millbrook offered, but as OC2. Would he also work as OC1 or is he too big? I do not really find much information about this boat, here in Europe certainly not ...

I have finally added a Condor to my list of big boy boats paddled so I feel that I can make an evaluation:
I currently weigh in at around 250lbs.

Option - Great Creek boat for <220LBS Paddlers. Wet for anyone heavier.
Agent 88 - I paddled the last prototype. Quick, forgiving. Good Creeker, maybe a ...

It’s the big boy version of the Extasy but in T-formex.

http://www.esquif.com/en/whitewater/extasy/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

... on slalom-like stuff, so I'm hopeful about some of these new, longer big-boy boats.

Edit/Update - here's the Rapid Media article, it's a prototype scheduled for 2019, an edgy slalom kinda boat for 150 lbs +. Given it says 150+ and that it's aggressive without a lot of primary stability, I'm ...

... lbs, and I find my Ocoee doesn't keep me upright in places where a modern big-boy boat like a L'Edge, Octane 91, Condor... Rebel?, Covert 10.5? might. I found the Octane 91 too stable though, and would like something that is a little more nimble with the currents.

Thanks for more info on these ...

... longer Ocoee. You expressed fondness for the design but think you are too big for it's stock 11'2". Reluctantly, I would acknowledge that opinion ... I can't remember if you or anyone else referred to the Defiant as the Fat Boy. Kaz or some of the early purchasers gave it that nickname. I don't think ...

... release thigh straps. In excellent shape. $150 Cdn.
Super EZ is a good big boy's river running play boat. Surfs beautifully but can still get down the river! Hull is in good shape with bulkhead and custom quick-release thigh straps. Red. $200 Cdn.
Boats in Kamloops, BC, Canada.

... that is run as a primary boat by many people on everything from creeks to big water. Best suited for folks under 180lbs though many up to 220lbs use ... 91 - Planing Hull - Hull designed to be a tandem outfitted for solo. Big Boy boat, handles 300lbs just fine. Used as a river runner/creeker by guys ...

Wheel Boy rocks for a play boat. It can run rivers too. at 190 it was good to go. Surfs well and I took its big brother down the LG with mega fun and SqueakyKnee has run the UG in one (WB) a number of times. Its a good buy and I will never sell mine.

... I paddled an option for several years and the design is viable for big guys, even at 245lbs it's useable, but very wet and lacking much of the ... something that came out of the north end of a south facing camel. For big boy paddlers it's the only boat that currently puts you in par with smaller ...

... I paddled an option for several years and the design is viable for big guys, even at 245lbs it's useable, but very wet and lacking much of the ... something that came out of the north end of a south facing camel. For big boy paddlers it's the only boat that currently puts you in par with smaller ...