once i get a kayak, im thinking about adding some AMAs (want a trampoline for my dogs) and probably get a sail. I can get a hobie sidekick first, but then id have to exchange the whole thing out when i do get AMAs.
im looking at 2 options. the XPS way mentioned here:
or order some banana pontoons like attached pictures:
pros for pontoons: can buy, dont need to fabricate. can easily be deflated and transported
pros for xps foam: can shape to glide better in water. definitely cheaper
what do you guys think will be the better overall AMA?
Kmngq:
i wonder if the pontoons will have too much drag .
AlsHobieOutback:
Why not buy an Adventure Island instead?
Kmngq:
well im 90% set on getting an oasis.
a tandem isand is about 4 feet longer and about 40 lbs more for the hull weight. over 100 lbs more rigged. oh.. and it will costs thousands more.
AlsHobieOutback:
Sorry, it's clear from your other post you want a tandem. But a standard used AI is about 2500-3000 depending on year, and is really well designed for being a outrigger or catamaran.