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Topic: Wanted: A Smaller and Simpler Kayak  (Read 8774 times)

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Tinker

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  • Location: Port Orford, OR (formerly Novato, CA)
  • Date Registered: Jun 2023
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I'm searching for a smaller , lighter, simpler kayak for some badly needed paddling exercise.  Any one of these:

- Ocean Kayak Trident 11
- Ocean Kayak Tetra 12
- Wilderness Systems tarpon 120
- Necky Dolphin

At this time, these are the kayaks I know I can still lift, so it would take some convincing to get me interested in something other than one of those three.  Just sayin'.

I've been trolling Facebook Marketplace and craigslist for a while, and while they'll pop up sporadically, few are in great condition and those that are get gobbled-up quickly.

If you have one, see one, or know of one for sale, I'd be grateful if you'd let me know about it. 
« Last Edit: July 02, 2023, 12:39:05 PM by Tinker »
Sometimes, when the water is quiet, you can hear the fish laughing at you.


Tinker

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I added the Trident 11 to my list of kayaks I'm searching for.

And gee, I'd sure like to own an Eddyline Caribbean 12 if people who own them didn't think a used Caribbean was still worth $1,000 or more...

Not you fine folks, of course.  Other people.

BUMP
Sometimes, when the water is quiet, you can hear the fish laughing at you.


fishbushing

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There's a red C12 in the sale section for $900 if you're interested  :smt006
-Jason


Tinker

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Thanks, Jason.  Saw it the other day and asked a question, but I should PM the OP about it, shouldn't I?  DUH!  I appreciate this.

There's a red C12 in the sale section for $900 if you're interested  :smt006
« Last Edit: July 02, 2023, 12:39:49 PM by Tinker »
Sometimes, when the water is quiet, you can hear the fish laughing at you.


TeeKay

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I may possibly have a yellow trident 13 for sale but I'm all the way in Sacramento.


Tinker

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Perhaps we can find someone headed this way.  They don't need to come all the way - halfway counts.  Northwest Kayak Anglers are putting on the Oregon Rockfish Classic again this year, and who knows who might be headed North?

Could you send me a picture or two, even if you decide to keep it?  I'd appreciate it.

I may possibly have a yellow trident 13 for sale but I'm all the way in Sacramento.
Sometimes, when the water is quiet, you can hear the fish laughing at you.


Tinker

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And if I were just a wee bit smarter, I'd have added I would meet anyone who volunteered to haul this kayak along I-5 if they aren't coming up US 101.

And BUMP
« Last Edit: July 02, 2023, 12:49:02 PM by Tinker »
Sometimes, when the water is quiet, you can hear the fish laughing at you.


simplycook

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I’d add Crescent Lite and Ultralite.  Wife has the Lite and it’s a great yak to paddle and fish off of. 
She hasn’t used hers for almost a year.  I can ask if she wants to sell it (and upgrade?).


fishbushing

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Here's a tarpon 120 if you have friends in the area to help.

Wilderness Systems Tarpon 120
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/boa/d/roseville-wilderness-systems-tarpon-120/7638538519.html
-Jason


GrimKeeper

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If you like the T120, look for the pescador 12 too. There was a west marine boat from the older T120 as well. Probably save you some coin and the secondary stability was like concrete. Great to paddle and cover miles.


simplycook

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There’s a Trident 11 on Facebook marketplace for $300 in Fremont.


Tinker

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There’s a Trident 11 on Facebook marketplace for $300 in Fremont.

Thank you!  I don't know how I missed that one but I'll find it now.  Good catch!

Wait!  I had seen it.  I haven't received a reply from the seller.  Holiday weekend, I figure.  Still, thanks for pointing it out.  I appreciate that you let me know about it.


There’s a Trident 11 on Facebook marketplace for $300 in Fremont.

I couldn't find it, but I'll look again.  Thank you.
« Last Edit: July 02, 2023, 12:50:38 PM by Tinker »
Sometimes, when the water is quiet, you can hear the fish laughing at you.


Tinker

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I was sold before I got a chance to look at the pictures!  That's how it's going these days.  Thanks for the heads-up.

Here's a tarpon 120 if you have friends in the area to help.

Wilderness Systems Tarpon 120
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/boa/d/roseville-wilderness-systems-tarpon-120/7638538519.html
Sometimes, when the water is quiet, you can hear the fish laughing at you.


Tinker

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  • Date Registered: Jun 2023
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They'd certainly be friendly if I take up fly-fishing again.  I appreciate the recommendation and will keep my eye out for them.

I’d add Crescent Lite and Ultralite.  Wife has the Lite and it’s a great yak to paddle and fish off of. 
She hasn’t used hers for almost a year.  I can ask if she wants to sell it (and upgrade?).


I haven't seen a West Marine version in a long time.  So long, I'd forgotten about them.  Thanks for the reminder!

If you like the T120, look for the pescador 12 too. There was a west marine boat from the older T120 as well. Probably save you some coin and the secondary stability was like concrete. Great to paddle and cover miles.
Sometimes, when the water is quiet, you can hear the fish laughing at you.


mako1

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There's a Tetra 12 on Mendocino Craiglist, Willits.
If you don't know where you're headed, any road could get you there.


 

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