Ride 115 vs 135? Moving water

**RetiredRR** · 08-23-2013, 11:53 PM

Good luck on your search. Glad you were able to give one a try, so now you know more about what fits your personal requirements. Lots out there to
choose from.

**Predator130** · 08-27-2013, 02:12 PM

If all goes well I will have a 115 this Saturday. I'm heading up to Hook1 to pick it up and see what it's like. I'll need a decent paddle any recommendations?

RetiredRR : What is the platform you made for your seat? It looks plastic.

**jimp** · 08-27-2013, 05:06 PM

I have a bending branches that is pretty good, and a werner as well, get one that will be long enough for the 115 and your size/stroke, etc. I'm liable to take either one as I can't tell much difference between the two.

**RetiredRR** · 08-27-2013, 06:24 PM

Werner paddle and my seat sits on a piece of plywood painted red. At 220 lbs, plenty strong and no bend.

**Predator130** · 09-04-2013, 01:53 PM

Well here it is, tried it out in the Flint River and it's nice. I even surfed through some light rapids standing up.

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**jimp** · 09-04-2013, 01:58 PM

Congrats, enjoy it a lot.

**RetiredRR** · 09-04-2013, 04:51 PM

Looks like it rides high enough in the water. Congrats.

**texascrappiefisherman** · 09-05-2013, 07:12 PM

I was going to recommend Hook 1. I'm sure you will be pleased with a 115 based on what you state you are going to use it for.

**Slow Retrieve** · 03-24-2014, 03:52 PM

Do you guys use a Bow Float Bag with your Ride 115's?

**RetiredRR** · 03-24-2014, 05:13 PM

Predator130, slide your seat forward for better traction when traveling a distance. Slide it all the way back for more manuverability in short spaces. Most kayakers never
learn this valuable lesson.

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