Although I've paddled a lot I've never bought my own kayak, and after doing some research I came upon a deal on an Espirit100x. It's a great kayak and I use it for all around use, mostly rivers and Lake Erie. Love the pole attachments in the rear hatch and I actually have 2 cupholders in mine! one in the normal position and one in the middle of my legs in the cockpit. Only downside is the holders on stern and bow are made of cheap rope and break easily. Other than that great overall kayak for the money!!
