Prowler 13 versus Prowler Elite

[kayakkarma]

I know that a fair few of you out there have one or both of these fine vessels so i am hoping for a few comments.

Probably going to purchase the p.13 from Bournemouth Canoes this weekend (15% off ), but I cant help wondering, as this will be my only yak what the p. elite is like. It is obviously a bit longer a bit faster, probably not so easy to manouvre, but apart from that what are the advantages over the P.13?

I intend to use my new yak 300yds off shore mainly, but may want to have a crack at the I.O.W. or suchlike on a calm summer day, so distance paddling may be an issue.

I have been anticipating getting the P13 for some time now, and I hate the little man on my shoulder who keeps asking. 'What about the P. elite'.

Would appreciate any comments to put me out of my dilemma.

Paul

[Gedi]

I know that a fair few of you out there have one or both of these fine vessels so i am hoping for a few comments.

Probably going to purchase the p.13 from Bournemouth Canoes this weekend (15% off ), but I cant help wondering, as this will be my only yak what the p. elite is like. It is obviously a bit longer a bit faster, probably not so easy to manouvre, but apart from that what are the advantages over the P.13?

I intend to use my new yak 300yds off shore mainly, but may want to have a crack at the I.O.W. or suchlike on a calm summer day, so distance paddling may be an issue.

I have been anticipating getting the P13 for some time now, and I hate the little man on my shoulder who keeps asking. 'What about the P. elite'.

Would appreciate any comments to put me out of my dilemma.

Paul

 

Well I have an Elite and its bloody great. Really stable fishing platform and quick on the water. Have no complaints at all. If you are fitting a fishfinder , buy a humminbird series and the boot to fit it. I bought a garmin and the plug from the transducer to the unit head doesnt fit through the scupper hole...expensive mistake! Its apparently designed for the humminbird series

 

[s2vto]

Well I have an Elite and its bloody great. Really stable fishing platform and quick on the water. Have no complaints at all. If you are fitting a fishfinder , buy a humminbird series and the boot to fit it. I bought a garmin and the plug from the transducer to the unit head doesnt fit through the scupper hole...expensive mistake! Its apparently designed for the humminbird series

 

 

Just out of interest, have u paddled a p13 too?

[richi]

I know that a fair few of you out there have one or both of these fine vessels so i am hoping for a few comments.

Probably going to purchase the p.13 from Bournemouth Canoes this weekend (15% off ), but I cant help wondering, as this will be my only yak what the p. elite is like. It is obviously a bit longer a bit faster, probably not so easy to manouvre, but apart from that what are the advantages over the P.13?

I intend to use my new yak 300yds off shore mainly, but may want to have a crack at the I.O.W. or suchlike on a calm summer day, so distance paddling may be an issue.

I have been anticipating getting the P13 for some time now, and I hate the little man on my shoulder who keeps asking. 'What about the P. elite'.

Would appreciate any comments to put me out of my dilemma.

Paul

 

I wouldn't worry Kayakkarma,P13 -I.O.W.=no problem

 

[overrun]

I know that a fair few of you out there have one or both of these fine vessels so i am hoping for a few comments.

Probably going to purchase the p.13 from Bournemouth Canoes this weekend (15% off ), but I cant help wondering, as this will be my only yak what the p. elite is like. It is obviously a bit longer a bit faster, probably not so easy to manouvre, but apart from that what are the advantages over the P.13?

I intend to use my new yak 300yds off shore mainly, but may want to have a crack at the I.O.W. or suchlike on a calm summer day, so distance paddling may be an issue.

I have been anticipating getting the P13 for some time now, and I hate the little man on my shoulder who keeps asking. 'What about the P. elite'.

Would appreciate any comments to put me out of my dilemma.

Paul

 

I.O.W now is it? Caper sold? I hope your not referring to me as that "little man" You'll be looking at the Scupper Pro next

Edited December 8, 2006 by overrun

[Zzippy]

I.O.W now is it? Caper sold? I hope your not referring to me as that "little man" You'll be looking at the Scupper Pro next

 

Its a nice paddle to the I.O.W.Even better comming back ,especialy between Hurst Castle and the Island where you go from 200feet to 50 feet in depth.Its like being in a washing machine if you get it wrong Plus you can do 9 knots through the gap.

[boomphat]

I'm very happy with my P13, I considered the Elite but it wouldn't fit in my shed.

[snakey1]

I own an elite and have also paddled the prowler 13 and have to say both appear to be excellent kayaks, i think that either choice will not leave you disappointed. personally i like the recess for the fishfinder transducer in the the elite and the availabilty of the mounting plates can make fixing the display a little bit easier (especially if your a lazy bugger like me or worried about drilling too many holes in your yak). but apart from that i think that both would be suited for the job and can only recommend that you try both before buying.

[kayakkarma]

I wouldn't worry Kayakkarma,P13 -I.O.W.=no problem

 

Yeh I think that I will stick with my initial first choice p.13 yak. I reckon it will do everything I want especially if I stick a bloody great sail on it (France no probs!!!!!) By the way Richi great picy of IOW, cheers.

[kayakkarma]

I.O.W now is it? Caper sold? I hope your not referring to me as that "little man" You'll be looking at the Scupper Pro next

Hi overrun, Sold the Caper this afternoon so I am gonna have to wait for cheque to clear and pick up the p.13 on Thursday. As far as little man is concerned. You must be at least 6ft 2 ins so I reckon I must be referring to the imaginary little sod who makes my kayaking/ gear choosing life so difficult. Scupper Pro ? No experience of that yak, but I guess a fine vessel also.