I love mine. One thing that hasn’t been said in the reviews, is how well this boat does edge turns, even though there is no thigh contact possible (the adjustable pads on sides mainly benefit comfort in resting sides of your knees). All you have to do is swivel hips and it turns very well, even if you are heavier (I am 210). And it’s very stable even in cross winds, and also seat is just awesome for comfort.
This is the kayak that I wish to get. I am 67” and 295 lbs. I am 71 and somewhat in active shape for my age. I am a nurse practitioner. I work FT in a prison in Bridgeport Texas. I pass over a fairly large lake daily. It is a reservoir for water for Tarrant County in DFW . It is active during summer with boaters and fishing! I am interested in neither. I am interested in kayaking for exercise and being out in the outdoors. My other interest is cycling and I have done this since childhood. I currently own several high end bikes. I have participated in many a century ride during the summer. I have watched you on you tube. My other you tube person that I watch is Matt of Two Feet Outdoors. He is fellow NewYorker. I will be contacting you soon to purchase a Eddyline Sandpiper 130. I am going to reacquaint my self with swimming. I will need life vest and paddle. Of course hat sunglasses water shoes etc! Probably need sump pump, dry bag. I want to get wife involved too. So I will get her the same stuff too. I wish to purchase everything from you also! I see you use PayPal. That is what I use also. Will be in touch soon…Mark.
After rocking a Lifetime (can’t remember the model) for the past two years this is my dream kayak. Our Golden doodle loves to ride and this looks perfect! Someday🤞
@@AdarshGupta-be8gf This would be a HUGE upgrade from a Lifetime. Heck. A Pungo 120, another gr8 boat would be an upgrade from a lifetime. Pungo would be less $$$ too. I am also dreaming of an Eddyline. But they are a bit $$ even used.
I paddle performance touring kayaks. The sandpiper is the only Rec boat I’ve paddled that was reasonably fast and maneuverable. My head exploded when I test paddled one of these. This is BY FAR the best recreation kayak out there- both the short and longer sandpipers.
The bonus tip was worth sticking around! Thank you! Actually, the whole video was helpful. I keep going back and forth between the Sandpiper 130 and the Equinox. Is there a spray skirt that fits the 130? I don't love the high seat back on the 130. I also have a small dog that goes with me most of the time, so I like the idea of the longer cockpit for the dog and re-entry, but I like the Equinox because it would seem much easier to reach a deck bag without crawling (lol). From reviews the Equinox has better tracking and would be better for long days on the water. I'm short (5'2") and currently chunky, so I want a kayak that has plenty of capacity left over for camping gear and water. I paddle long days (usually) and need a comfortable seat. My only reference points have been a starter sit-on-top from Wal-Mart (the seat was more comfortable than the Sea Eagle), a Sea Eagle Razor Lite 393 with the single most uncomfortable seat I've ever experienced, and a Pungo 120 (borrowed from a friend). The Pungo has an incredibly comfortable seat and cozy thigh braces but only 1 bulkhead, and only 12'. Plus, it seems to plow rather than cut through the water. Sounds like the thigh braces on the Sandpiper 130 are more like knee rests? I typically kayak on large lakes that can get quite a bit of chop from wind and wake from big boats, small lakes and reservoirs, and slow rivers (maybe with a class I rapid). I occasionally travel to the coast, and would like to have the option of doing coastal areas and bays (but this is infrequent and not my primary paddling grounds). At this point, my thoughts are going in circles. (There's no where in AZ to test out either of them--sigh.) If anyone (including Dan) can provide any further insights, I'd appreciate it. Happy paddling, everyone!
I saw Eddyline kayaks in a local shop. They look like quality vessels. If I was looking for another kayak, I would consider a Sandpiper 130 or another model.
@@paddleboy84 Good quality control is an indication of good customer service. After reading your comment about them reinforces my thoughts about Eddyline kayaks.
Personally, I think Eddyline makes the best kayaks in any category. I’ve never paddled one of their sit on tops, but I have a hunch that they’re awesome.
I need to try this one out in the water, I really want to make this one my sit inside to go with my Vibe SW 125, I have really bad mobility issues but I know I can get in and out of it, at least on the show room floor. Hopefully in the spring I'll be able to demo this and have another kayaking option. What size paddle are you using with this, you and I are the same height. Thanks for all the great videos, please keep them coming.
I look forward to your comparison review of the Pungo. I intend to visit you in Lodi to check out the Sandpiper130. Cause I do intend to take my dog out with me sometimes. I want to find out if it is something I can manage without feeling like I bit off more than I can chew. Been meaning to visit HeadWaters for a while now. Life got in the way lately. Love watching your reviews. Best Wishes
I’m 6 foot tall and weigh 150. I paddled the 130 on Lodi Lake last summer. The kayak was to high up on the water for me, I’m not near heavy enough for it. I’ve been trying to test paddle the 12 foot version of this boat, and I’m hoping Dan will do a review on the Sandpiper 12. I’ve paddled quite a few Eddyline’s, they definitely make a great quality product.
