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Have used this kayak about a dozen times this summer. This flat water kayak is about as stable as they get. Paddled some open water to get to an island one afternoon in a strong breeze (approx 10 knots). Handled the choppy water without issue and tracked well even with a direct crosswind. Wide cockpit for a larger framed man (I’m 5’10”, 225 lbs). Adjustable seat works beautifully with padded thigh braces to find a comfortable position for strong or aggressive paddling as needed. Two generous dry storage compartments did not leak even when in choppy water. There is also a convenient net in the cockpit to hold snacks and water bottle. The cockpit retractable skeg does a good job maintaining straight track in general and surprisingly good tracking in crosswinds. My only very minor complaint is that the skeg hangs up when gravel or pebbles get pinched in the recessed skeg slot after a beach landing. (Would be a 5 out of 5 otherwise) All in all a great multi featured all round flat water cruiser at an excellent price point.