I am a 6'3" kayaker from central PA, and this awesome boat has done everything that I could've asked and more. It is stable enough to make it through lower class rapids, and has the ability not to rock back and forth while in flat waters. It also performs like a champ when paddling through ocean waves, with the ability to easily hop back on after rolling over. The fact that I can stand up on this non-angler boat with ease says something about the design. Despite the lack of any waterproof storage, the boat is a substantial amount of storage capacity, whether in the back trunk or the front hole, leading to the hollow boat.
I would recommend this boat to any recreational kayaker, experienced or beginner. After 5 years, I'm still as pleased as day 1