Streak

I have loved my Streak from the moment I bought it. The only issue I've had is that my seat pad for the back part of the seat blew off somewhere when I was transporting it early on. Easy to handle and steer. Great first kayak.

I absolutely adore my streak. i'm currently looking for a play boat and it breaks my heart to give up old trusty. the only issue ive ever had is the foot pegs fall off fairly easily. i've had my boat for about 10+ years and still love it. use it in up to class 3 and it does better than most other boats around the same size. the plastic is flexible (but tough) so it bends over rocks some allowing me to rarely stay stuck. i do recommend buying a seat cushion for long trips though!

I recently purchased the Streak by Mainstream and I love it. As a beginner kayaker, it tracks well and fits all my needs. I use it in Lake Huron and find that it handles well. The only thing I wish the kayak had come with (or I had the option of buying) was a spray skirt, as I am having difficulty finding one that fits this kayak. Great first time kayak!

For an "older" woman looking for a portable kayak, this is the greatest! I can paddle creeks, rivers or lakes and the lightweight, short length boat can be tucked in or on any vehicle with ease. I can grab & go anytime, anywhere!

Love this kayak. When you first start going, it wobbles a bit left to right w/ each stroke, but when your under way it isn't a problem. Very good stability, I regularly go out in the bay with it, and go through the state boat channel along side power boats, it handles the wakes very well. Even got caught in some bad chop by the mouth of a canal, no problem though, just paddled hard and steamed right through. Would definitely recommend this kayak.

This is an update from my previous review. Several months into using this kayak and still loving it. Three things I see as issues however are that the Harmony Sprayskirt I have is not neoprene and it tends to collect water on top which I have to tip out but this may be corrected if I try tightening the skirt more but with the weather getting colder I think a neoprene skirt would be more waterproof and not allow this problem. Second issue is water tends to collect under the combing and this sometimes leaks inside the kayak. Not enough to be major but I notice it when the bay rough with large swells etc. Again a neoprene skirt would probably solve this problem. Third issue I have encountered is the front bottom of the seat has broken off from where it is molded to the kayak floor. I am concerned that a minimum amount of plastic remains where these two plastic pieces attached to the floor and it could spring a leak at any time so I now need to have those areas repaired with some type of kit to make sure they do not begin to leak. Having said all this there is not a day I am not greatful for my little Streak. Yesterday on St. Andrews Bay I enjoyed a cold brisk wind, lovely rough swells and a most beautiful sunset.

This is an updated review of the Mainsail Streak. I took it out into the Gulf of Mexico to Anclote Key, a sevem mile round trip from the coast. It performed well in one to two foot swells and 15 mph crosswinds. With constant paddling the Stream tracked well but would turn into the wind with reduced paddling - not unexpected. The cockpit stayed amazingly dry with no skirt and at no time did I feel out of control though my forward speed was noticeable reduced in the bigger swells. I've got to compliment Mainstream on the design and this boat's abilities in difficult conditions.

I have had several kayaks over the years and have always had to be cost conscious and research each purchase well. I have never made a kayak purchase that I feel so great about as this one. I am a 42 year young female in reasonably good shape. This little boat has so many strengths. It is light and easy for me to load and unload. I am 5'6" and medium build and I find it easy to get in and out of and very roomy inside. I also have never been in another kayak with a more comfortable seat than this one. I also expected it to fill up pretty quickly with water when not using a skirt on the ocean bay but even when the waves were moderately choppy - it rode the swells and even after two miles no bailing was needed. I had been leaning on the sit on tops more but this boat has me thinking no SOT's Ever Again! It is fast and I had no issues with tracking. It tracked beautifully better than my SOS with a skeg. Apparently the tracking channels designed into the hull work. There is plenty of room for storage and at first I was disappointed my model did not have a cut in dry storage hatch but after using it I now prefer no hatches. There is plenty of storage area behind the seat and even in the bow. There is a good amount of internal flotation material which is excellent. The boat is sturdy, reliable, comfortable and has good speed and tracking. It is great buy and I am planning to get another for family/friends. I almost bought a Majestic or America that was a little longer and $100 more and I am so glad I didn't. I have a budget, limited storage and transport alone often. This yak is a gem. Thank you Mainstream!

I bought this boat for rivers and creeks but I was surprised to find that it handles class III white water pretty well. I have three years experience with Dagger play boats and love this one so much that I prefer it over the prijon and dagger for short runs and 3 hour river runs as well.

I rate this kayak a 10, mainly because for the value it does exactly what you would expect it to do...We travel by boat quite often and these kayaks are perfect for mounting on swim decks, are light in weight and are stable for most people. When anchored out we toss a few in the water and away we go!! They are great for exploring and site seeing...if you look in the sales papers of Boaters World, West,& BoatUS you can catch them on sale for around $325.00 complete with skirt & paddle. A great value for the money!!

I bought this as a second kayak so my friends and family w/o kayaks could go paddling with me. For the money its a good deal for a kayak. However it does not track very well and is the only drawback, but must be expected for shorter boats. Plastic is not as durable as I'd hope. Still, great kayak for the $250.00 I spent on it. Took it out on the Potamac this weekend and does best is small creeks class 0-1 where tracking is not really an issue.

I love this little boat. As a small woman, I needed something I could carry myself that would fit my size and carry my gear. There is plenty of storage room, the seat is comfortable (esp. with the added cushion of my PFD), and the adjustable pedals are great for someone short like me. The price is great for the kayak. Front deck rigging is great for stowing stuff and behind seat storage takes care of the rest. For handling, it is great, moves and tracks well, very good speed, and extremely stable. Save some money on the boat, invest in a great paddle, and you'll be happy with it for sure!