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RiverOtter
06-27-2006, 05:31 PM
Anybody got the name of that place?
Smiling JOe
06-27-2006, 05:53 PM
Anybody got the name of that place?They downsized and moved into the corner store (Grayton Market). I don't know if they kept the name, "Yellow Fin." Now, they don't carry the clothing and accessories. They do carry fishing stuff and they rent and sell kayaks.
SGB
06-27-2006, 08:28 PM
They downsized and moved into the corner store (Grayton Market). I don't know if they kept the name, "Yellow Fin." Now, they don't carry the clothing and accessories. They do carry fishing stuff and they rent and sell kayaks.

Yep, Yellowfin it still is.
RiverOtter
06-27-2006, 09:16 PM
I was looking for an Ocean Kayak dealer and they ain't anymore :idontno:
Smiling JOe
06-27-2006, 10:05 PM
I was looking for an Ocean Kayak dealer and they ain't anymore :idontno:They are still selling them. Maybe once they ditch their inventory, they are out. That store doesn't sell many of them at all judging from what I see on the shelves from last year. Note, they do have several new models on display and in storage. This is their second store. If they no longer are able to sell ones models that you want, call Marlese, owner of the Kayak Experience (http://kayakexperience.com/) in Destin, and she will set you up. Her contact info is:

THE KAYAK EXPERIENCE
600 HWY 98 EAST
DESTIN, FL 32541
Tel: 850-837-1577
kayaks@kayakexperience.com
Smiling JOe
06-27-2006, 10:06 PM
I was looking for an Ocean Kayak dealer and they ain't anymore :idontno:Which boat are you looking for?
Landlocked
06-27-2006, 10:14 PM
Which boat are you looking for?

The 200MPH model. :floor:
Smiling JOe
06-27-2006, 10:18 PM
The 200MPH model. :floor:Oh, you were out for a few days. Our man RiverOtter competed in a Eco Challenge and completed it, even with surprise challenges.
kurt
06-27-2006, 10:25 PM
Oh, you were out for a few days. Our man RiverOtter competed in a Eco Challenge and completed it, even with surprise challenges.

At least that's what he claims. :lol:
Landlocked
06-27-2006, 10:44 PM
Oh, you were out for a few days. Our man RiverOtter competed in a Eco Challenge and completed it, even with surprise challenges.

Man I saw the pictures. I couldn't believe it.


I've always wanted a kayak to take my bait way out into the gulf. I saw some pics of a guy fighting a bullshark from a kayak and it kinda discouraged me though. I'd probably wind up in Cuba and I don't speak no spain.
RiverOtter
06-28-2006, 06:41 AM
They are still selling them. Maybe once they ditch their inventory, they are out. That store doesn't sell many of them at all judging from what I see on the shelves from last year. Note, they do have several new models on display and in storage. This is their second store. If they no longer are able to sell ones models that you want, call Marlese, owner of the Kayak Experience (http://kayakexperience.com/) in Destin, and she will set you up. Her contact info is:

THE KAYAK EXPERIENCE
600 HWY 98 EAST
DESTIN, FL 32541
Tel: 850-837-1577
kayaks@kayakexperience.com

Thanks oh Smiling ONe :cool:
RiverOtter
06-28-2006, 06:41 AM
Which boat are you looking for?

Malibu II XL in blue :cool:
RiverOtter
06-28-2006, 06:43 AM
The 200MPH model. :floor:

An Otter can dream :biggrin: .............smart azz

Hobie has a real cool propulsion system for their boats. You use your feet instead of paddles. :cool:
RiverOtter
06-28-2006, 06:44 AM
At least that's what he claims. :lol:

We finished 66th :bang: . Our finish time was faster than many othe teams that placed higher than us. However, those bastages did the optional orientering (sp? it's just too early) for bonus points and racked up :pissed:
RiverOtter
06-28-2006, 06:46 AM
Oh, you were out for a few days. Our man RiverOtter competed in a Eco Challenge and completed it, even with surprise challenges.

Our next one is here (http://www.westpointadventurejam.com/) :cool:
jdarg
06-28-2006, 06:59 AM
Our next one is here (http://www.westpointadventurejam.com/) :cool:

What are the "free goodies" for racers?
RiverOtter
06-28-2006, 07:07 AM
What are the "free goodies" for racers?

Kinda like a golf goodie bag. This last race we got some Goo, Powerbar, Shirt, Coupons, UTI plotting tool, etc... :cool:
jdarg
06-28-2006, 07:08 AM
Kinda like a golf goodie bag. This last race we got some Goo, Powerbar, Shirt, Coupons, UTI plotting tool, etc... :cool:

Maybe this time they will give you a blue Malibu II XL.:clap_1:
Smiling JOe
06-28-2006, 07:45 AM
Malibu II XL in blue :cool:I think they have a yellow one and Franks Hardware, which carries blue spray paint, is located just down the street.:lolabove: Seriously, I think the have a yellow one. I will try to remember to check when I am over that way.
Mermaid
06-28-2006, 07:50 AM
That Malibu is a nice-looking kayak, RO.

http://www.oceankayak.com/kayaks/tandems/malibu_two_xl.html



Although this one, the Sidekick, might be more my line. Those molded cup holders might be just the thing...;-) ...for a sunset cruise on the lake!

http://www.oceankayak.com/kayaks/tandems/sidekick.html

I'm going to ask Santa to bring me one of them for Christmas.
redfisher
06-28-2006, 09:58 AM
Riverotter, I fish an Ocean Kayak Prowler 13 and love it...If you've got any specific questions, I'm happy to answer...BassPro in Destin is an Ocean dealer...they can special order but have a few right off the rack...Red
RiverOtter
06-28-2006, 10:50 AM
That Malibu is a nice-looking kayak, RO.

http://www.oceankayak.com/kayaks/tandems/malibu_two_xl.html



Although this one, the Sidekick, might be more my line. Those molded cup holders might be just the thing...;-) ...for a sunset cruise on the lake!

http://www.oceankayak.com/kayaks/tandems/sidekick.html

I'm going to ask Santa to bring me one of them for Christmas.

Very nice. I like the Malibu II XL casue I it seats 2.5 to 3 :biggrin:
RiverOtter
06-28-2006, 10:51 AM
Riverotter, I fish an Ocean Kayak Prowler 13 and love it...If you've got any specific questions, I'm happy to answer...BassPro in Destin is an Ocean dealer...they can special order but have a few right off the rack...Red

I just want one for tooling around with the kids and wife. And good exercise / practice for rowing muscles :cool:
Mermaid
06-28-2006, 11:13 AM
I just want one for tooling around with the kids and wife. And good exercise / practice for rowing muscles :cool:

That's why we want one, too. Here, take a look at this shop in Destin. Their kayak department is funn to browse through. When we're back down to the beach next time we'll probably stop by and talk to them. We fell in love with kayaking this year! If you do the math, you can see that it really doesn't make a whole lot of sense to keep on renting them, not if you plan to take a kayak out every time you go to SoWal (like we do).

http://www.islandsportshop.com/index.htm
Smiling JOe
06-28-2006, 01:15 PM
Very nice. I like the Malibu II XL casue I it seats 2.5 to 3 :biggrin:Where will the other 1 to 1.5 kid(s) ride and how will you get three people back into the boat once you dump?:idontno:
RiverOtter
06-28-2006, 06:10 PM
Where will the other 1 to 1.5 kid(s) ride


There is a center seat

and how will you get three people back into the boat once you dump?:idontno:

Not my problem :idontno: I know how to get back in the boat :biggrin:
Smiling JOe
06-28-2006, 10:49 PM
fyi - i did a ride by check and did not see a malibu two xl at YellowFin. They have a few other boats tucked away out of sight, but I don't recall any of them being more than probably 11 ft. Give them a call and see what they say.
RiverOtter
06-29-2006, 06:22 AM
fyi - i did a ride by check and did not see a malibu two xl at YellowFin. They have a few other boats tucked away out of sight, but I don't recall any of them being more than probably 11 ft. Give them a call and see what they say.

Thanks for the help ;-)
John
06-29-2006, 09:00 AM
Yellowfin is a Hobie and Ocean Kayak dealer. The Malibu Two XL is not one they typically stock but can be ordered. It's fun for the family but a real bear to paddle if you're solo. As with most things, picking out a kayak involves some compromises (minivan vs. SUV vs. sports car?).

The rack outside the store is a small sampling of inventory. There are typically 50 to 75 kayaks in inventory between the two stores and the warehouse. Call owner Jim Caldwell at 850-231-9024 for more info.

Yellowfin 850-231-1717
Seagrove Icehouse 850-231-9024

P.S. I don't think the color matters to the sharks. To them, it's a big silhouette at the surface. They usually won't bother something as big or bigger than they are.
RiverOtter
06-29-2006, 09:16 PM
Yellowfin is a Hobie and Ocean Kayak dealer. The Malibu Two XL is not one they typically stock but can be ordered. It's fun for the family but a real bear to paddle if you're solo. As with most things, picking out a kayak involves some compromises (minivan vs. SUV vs. sports car?).

The rack outside the store is a small sampling of inventory. There are typically 50 to 75 kayaks in inventory between the two stores and the warehouse. Call owner Jim Caldwell at 850-231-9024 for more info.

Yellowfin 850-231-1717
Seagrove Icehouse 850-231-9024

P.S. I don't think the color matters to the sharks. To them, it's a big silhouette at the surface. They usually won't bother something as big or bigger than they are.

Thanks for your advise :cool: