Just wondering if I could get some insight as to how this boat would perform as a C1. I'm looking at a Micro 240, it would be my first creeker. I've seen a couple comments either way on here but would like some more details if possible. Thanks!
Brad
Micro as a C1 Creekboat
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It works.
But that said there are better choices out there now.
The one I use to paddle was okay on IVs but it got sketchy on tougher Vs.
However, if you are just getting into light creeking, the price is right and you can outfit on the cheap (safely).... then go for it.
Its not the easiest creeker to roll and tends to slide off line so you have to be proactive in paddling it (cab forward). Usually a good place to be in a creeker - "actively engaged"!
Its biggest down side for me was that it tended to be hole bait (bad technique on my end) so I had to learn to be agressive in it. Once I got that squared away we were good to go.
If its a used K hull then look closely at the plastic under the seat if it has higher usage (they tend to crack there). If its well used look at using a Team etc set up since that provides more support in that stress area.. it sux being on an up class creek a few miles from anything and finding you're taking on water!
But then I'm not a hard core creek freak... more of an over the hill weekend warrior (want to be).
My $.01!
But that said there are better choices out there now.
The one I use to paddle was okay on IVs but it got sketchy on tougher Vs.
However, if you are just getting into light creeking, the price is right and you can outfit on the cheap (safely).... then go for it.
Its not the easiest creeker to roll and tends to slide off line so you have to be proactive in paddling it (cab forward). Usually a good place to be in a creeker - "actively engaged"!
Its biggest down side for me was that it tended to be hole bait (bad technique on my end) so I had to learn to be agressive in it. Once I got that squared away we were good to go.
If its a used K hull then look closely at the plastic under the seat if it has higher usage (they tend to crack there). If its well used look at using a Team etc set up since that provides more support in that stress area.. it sux being on an up class creek a few miles from anything and finding you're taking on water!
But then I'm not a hard core creek freak... more of an over the hill weekend warrior (want to be).
My $.01!
Paul C.
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