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I moved up to the Conduit from the Swifty 9.5 deluxe, I knew there would be a difference but WOW! The Conduit 13.0 is comfortable, well built, easy to paddle, and fairly nimble given it's size. I have had it out every day since I purchased it on a local lake. Every time I hit the water I find even more to be impressed with, the biggest thing was how fast it is compared to my Swifty, and how effortless it was to move quickly.

The seat is comfortable and the back rest is adjustable both in angle and height. There are two bulk heads and two sealed storage areas with enough space for a few days worth of gear. making this a great entry level kayak for someone looking to get into kayak camping. The initial stability isn't as nice as my Swifty, but it's by no means unstable, as you are able to control the roll of the boat side to side very easily.

Tracking as you would expect with a longer boat is a vast improvement over my Swifty, while not perfect, you are able to maintain your direction with relative ease yet turning the boat takes little effort. The ability to add a rudder if you want will take tracking into the pure touring boat level. The boat does have some weight to it taking it to and from the lake, but once on the water you hardly notice it at all.

Overall, I think if you are looking for a boat that can expand your horizons to a multitude of water ways and push your level of paddling to new heights then you owe it to yourself to get this boat. It will take you where ever you want to go with confidence and ease.