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... final stability for incredible control in big water. Stable and dry, the Nitro’s success inspired the Detonator (smaller Version) and the Blast (Tandem Version) Length 11’ 6" Gunwale Width 25" Depth at Center 17" Weight 49lbs + Outfitting Rocker @ Bow / Stern 5" / 6 ½" Fully Outfitted: ...

... but people who have paddled it say it has a somewhat rounded hull, and doesn't have the same hrad chines and planing surface as the Detonator, Blast, etc. I was paddling a Prelude last year that had a very flat bottom - in a lot of ways, the Prelude has the same underwater shape as a Skeeter. ...

Hi Dave, Sorry I have never paddled the Avalon. But I do own their Detonator, Blast and the Canyon. Esquif makes some really good boats, and I would think the Avalon would meet your needs. You should post your question on the Canadian canoe routes, www.myccr.com ...

... W. The Big EZ is horribly slow. That is the thing I like least about it. Sometimes it's hard to get on the wave, but once on a steep wave it is a blast. It does like steep, fast waves & is hard to keep it on shallow, slow waves. You are welcome to try mine if you like. Mike W. Posted on Oct 18, ...

... it was simply a matter of simple fear. By the time I got to the bottom of Sweet's Falls, I was having myself a really good time. The weekend was a blast and I thank Bernie for being a superb trip leader (by default). It was a weekend of meeting more c-1 boaters and sharing new creekin' experiences. ...

... very nicely when you put it up on edge. If you have come from C1ing I'd suggest perhaps the little brother Detonator at 10' (Nitro is 11'6 and Blast is 13'). A friend has that and is VERY pleased with it. As to the weight, yes it is heavier but that's because they are using a heavier grade ...

... class II and class III water and I've never run the rivers you mentioned so I can't really comment on running big water with it. Although I had a blast on the Snake river in Wyoming with it and thats relatively big boily water compared to what we usually see here in Minnesota. Good luck. Rob Posted ...

... like the Big Laurel(NC) would be better in a creek boat than the Atom. (I ran the BL last year in the Atom at zero on the bridge gauge and had a blast, but maneuverability is limited in low water). Any thoughts or suggestions? atomman Posted on Sep 26, 2002, 6:09 AM Gradient by Peter Peter I ...

... and I can make it but would really love to. BTW- this past week-end was our first ocean surfing experience... three words... OH MY GOD!!! What a blast!!! Sara Posted on Sep 23, 2002, 3:06 PM Hudson Armada... by Sir Adam Greetings... There was (very) limited interest due to all the other stuff ...

... Spanish flies are expensive and Superflies are hard to find. I have used mine on larger water (upper Ocoee) and some creeks. It is an absolute blast for surfing in big holes. If you can find one for $500 snatch it up. Posted on Dec 16, 2002, 3:17 PM

... -Rolling in Sea water is MUCH easier:) Have fun! Sir Adam P.S. The Viper was designed FOR surfing on the Ocean:), but flat-bottomed boats are a blast too (at least the Groove:) ). Posted on Sep 4, 2002, 3:30 PM C-1 surfin by Mike W. Mike W. I've surfed my 16' OC-2, my Cascade & my Big EZ c-1's. ...

... good luck demo-ing one unless your knees and thighs happen to fit the factory bulkhead. Probably not a great begginer boat anyway. Esquif: Blast, Detonator, and new Zoom?- I will probably get a Detonator or Zoom for my next boat. I guess I'm ready for something with a little more edge to ...

... I've been around mileposts 11 and 10 and have spent some time down at Oregon Inlet and Rodanthe. Did you surf in a different place? It was a blast playing at Lollygag at the whirlpool during the other weekend. Hope to see you for the Gauley trip. KNeal Posted on Aug 20, 2002, 1:06 PM I'm ...

... down the gorge. C1 Squirt...B1 with the river...C1B1! Posted on Jun 26, 2002, 7:46 AM Armada by Kelly-Rand As the designated swimmer I had a blast in and out of my Atom. I was in the company of skilled paddlers who were able to nudge me or the boat to the nearest eddy quite readily. That ...

... that it was a class I and II trip so he finally decide to go (mom assure him dad would take care of him). What a great time! Both he and dad had a blast. I kept the trip short (roughly a mile) starting with flat water and ending with I+. He enjoyed it enough that he wants to go again next weekend ...