Great kayak. I have the Native Watercraft Titan and love it. Good idea on the bmx grips for the back. I think you will enjoy your new kayak. I do lean my seat all the way back when traveling though. Also if your pedaling for a bit I find laying the seat back slightly shifts the angle off your tail bone for easier pedaling but then I like to sit back upright for fishing. I haven't installed an anchor trolley on mine either, actually I haven't had to anchor as much as when I had the paddle kayak. I would also recommend a hand paddle because it's so much easier to turn or go sideways. I just sit it right beside my seat for easy grab and then store. Keep us updated on your progress. Congrats!!!