I prefer a SUP for so many reasons, not that a kayak is bad. First off my back doesn't hurt after an hour of paddling, unlike a kayak. Second, I get to see the world from 6 ft up....and it looks great. I love paddling at Powell as I can see down through the water so much better than a kayak. I get to stand on water...another plus. The negative is not as much packing room, however that is not what I am doing with my sup so it works for me. It is also a little more difficult to fish out from a balance and rod storage perspective, no doubt. It is a challenge to fish, however it is a riot getting pulled around by a big fish. Bottom line is they they both have their pros and cons however for me it is a SUP. Faster, lighter, more comfortable. Yes they take some time to adapt to, but what fun. Some would worry there will be a tidal wave/hurricane/tornado/flood etc and you will not be ready...maybe so however I am down in Baja right now and even in the ocean with waves and wind I prefer the SUP to a kayak. ( and I have been a river guide/boater for many years)
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