Hi - thanks for the video. What's the Story made from; is it PVC or from a much stronger material like the Gomotex? Which would you say is the better kayak re price, quality, likely durability?
Thanks, looks like a nice full drop stitch kayak. Do you know how high the seat booster is? From the pictures, appears to be about 5-6cm high? I don't think the booster could be used on the sea where there is usually buffeting from the waves, really would not fancy getting tipped over. Unless it's an optical illusion, the Story seemed to glide straighter than the Gumotex which appeared to sway side to side a bit more with each paddle stroke. I guess this may be due to the Gumtoex not being drop stitch. I think the main question is how you found the Story vs the Gumotex to paddle, given they are similar sizes but are made from different materials. Did you find that the drop stitch construction made the Story comparable to a hard shell?
Yep the booster seat is about 7cms (I'll measure it next time I'm out. ) Both of the kayaks are good, but the Story has it for speed and tracking, I'm going to head out with my wetsuit on and tip the kayak, see how easy it is to re-enter as it is quite high sided. I'm quite keen on seeing how it handles on slightly rougher waters, no white water... Lol I haven't paddled a rigid kayak in years and that was in rougher conditions, but I would say for what the kayak is designed for ie easy leisure use, its on a par.
@@stewielgv Thanks for your answers, much appreciated. Yes, be interesting to see how the Story copes on the sea, we do not go out if it's very rough but often times it can get more choppy than we anticipated. We do rivers too but not white water, we're too cowardly for that!
Fab. Thanks for posting. We just got the 2 person version. Very impressed with build quality and design, but that’s before getting it wet yet. Can’t wait to try it out during Easter hols. Was hoping the booster seat would aid comfort, but sounds like that may be at the cost of a proper soaking! Would you recommend any beginner routes for close to London?
Hi, how do you manage to keep the pump nozzle in when inflating? My son needs to hold the nozzle constantly when inflating. I do not know how to manage otherwise.
Make sure it's the correct pump fitting, the Gumotex has a longer nozzle, the valve button needs to be in the closed position then just insert and twist until its locked in.
I figured it out ,once u put the pump fixing in make sure it's turned properly , u need to put a bit if force agains it to lock it in , now it's fine !!
I recently bought the same kayak. Thanks for sharing your experience. Without the cushion how comfortable was the seat, what was the longest stint you paddled for? Not tried that canal, where abouts were you, apart from a licence, did you have to book or alert anyone? Bit nervous about locks.
Paddled for about 3 hours, just up and down the Wey and Arun canal at Loxwood, there's probably about 5 or 6 locks, but there not operational, as with most locks it's easier to get out and walk to the other side. The seat was fine, the booster is more for hight than comfort. Didn't have to book with anyone and the car park was free.
@@stewielgv Sounds great. I'm defo gonna give that a go. BTW what psi did you have the kayak at, I recall in your other vid you were not convinced by the pump reading...should it be 11 ? Did you need to show your licence or was that spot fairly quiet? 🤔
Wow! Is that seriously the Gumotex packed away next to it at the end? It can't be that small surely? 🤔 Looks like a very good kayak for that price but I'm not so keen on the tipiness.
@@stewielgv I did remove the booster seat from my Bluewave Glider and whilst it definitely improved things I still didn't feel I could relax or make any sudden movements. I'm 6ft 3" so don't have a very low center of gravity. I'm probably going to get a 2 person hybrid with tubed sides but will persevere with the Glider and see how I get on.
@@stewielgv yes I took off the booster seat and it was much better . Still seems a little bit tippy mind u however the more I go they kayak the more confident and balanced I become. Seems good for canals etc
