Overflow X

j.m. · Post by **j.m.** » Fri Dec 07, 2007 3:34 am

Is an Overflow X a good kayak to convert into a c-1. This would be my first c-1.

cheajack · Post by **cheajack** » Fri Dec 07, 2007 12:33 pm

J.M.; I paddled an Overflow X for two years and it was the best C-1 I ever paddled. It is the fastest plastic boat I ever paddled and was very responsive. That said, it is very round and consequently tippy. I was not able to paddle it well until I had the saddle height down below 6", then sadly, I couldn't stay in it more than a couple of hours without my knees killing me. You may not have those difficulties, but as a first boat the lack of primary stability will be challenging. You will develop a good roll quickly.