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Topic: Wilderness Commander 120 ($400) / Hurricane Phoenix 160 ($500)  (Read 2741 times)

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PAL

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I have a couple atypical kayaks for sale. I'm looking for an excuse to drive up to Monterey or Santa Cruz for local delivery. Please give me a reason!

First, the yakanoe, a Wilderness Systems Commander 120. No scuppers, and a spacious cockpit make this a freshwater / flatwater standout.  It's super stable and in great shape, always stored in a garage. Yours for only $400.

High capacity and spacious, it comes with the comfortable Freedom Elite Seating System and an integrated track system for mounting accessories. This is a 2010 model, the actual boat used for this Kayak Fish Magazine review: http://www.kayakfishmag.com/boats/wilderness-systems-commander-120-angler/

I also have a Hurricane Phoenix 160 for sale, practically new ($500). Few sit-on-top kayaks are as fast as this Phoenix 160 (don't ask, of course it isn't as quick as a Stealth  :smt001), This stretched-out performer is a rarity on the west coast. This is a paddler's kayak that can handle light fishing duties. Here's how I reviewed it for Canoe and Kayak Magazine in 2010:

Go fast and far. Hurricane's beautiful Phoenix 160 has sea legs, real sexy ones. The boat shines at high gloss like a delicate glass 'yak, but it is made from durable, thermoformed Trylon plastic, a lighter and stiffer material than the more typical rotomolded polyethylene.

There's a large tankwell on the stern. The gracefully rockered bow hosts a large oval hatch. It's suitable for stashing rods and other gear you want to keep out of Neptune's grasp when risking the surf. And you'll hear that Siren song, 'cause the big water is calling. The boat boasts an ocean pedigree, sleek and quick with a wave-piercing upswept bow and a rounded chine that loves sloppy water, although novices may find it wobbly.

There's also a review on Kayak Fishing Magazine: http://www.kayakfishingmagazine.net/gear-guide/91-new-kayak-gear/401-hurrican-kayak-phoenix-160-review.html
« Last Edit: May 04, 2015, 08:57:12 PM by PAL »
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Hmmmm, I have always been interested in the Phoenix 160 but haven't had the opportunity to test-paddle one...much less see one in person. Paul, when do you want to visit Monterey? Can crash at my pad. :-)  In the meantime, I'm gonna see if I can find some spare cash hidden in the couch cushions!
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Weimarian

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I'm All in on the commander... Cashola in hand.... Pm sent...
my new name should be Ostridge. Got my head in the sand. Going fishing and letting go of the other stuff I can't control anyway!


Jude

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Is the wilderness the one pictured? Put me in line please...1st


caleb

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Next in line on the commander


PAL

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Sale pending on the Phoenix. Talking with Weimarian about the Commander. Jude and Caleb, I'll be in touch ASAP if that deal falls through.

Thanks everyone for your interest.
Read about kayak fishing: www.KayakFishMag.com


Weimarian

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Still in... Still want it... still have cash... when, where is all I need...... :smt006
my new name should be Ostridge. Got my head in the sand. Going fishing and letting go of the other stuff I can't control anyway!