Hi Ken, I enjoy your reviews, but for an "in-depth" review I would have liked to know how it performs on the ocean. for example, how does it weathercock? and how well does the skeg work to counter weathercocking? how does it perform on a wave, or in a following sea? Is it fish or swede form? What's it like to roll and self-rescue? How well does it drain during an assisted rescue? Also, I think most sea kayakers would consider the rear day hatch an essential safety feature on the ocean. Sure, probably redundant on a river, but this is designed as a Sea Kayak.
@dbarless
11 ай бұрын
The skeg counters weathercocking very well. It handles extremely well in basically all open water conditions that it's safe to paddle in.
@waelhassanmd
10 күн бұрын
I’m going kayaking tomorrow, and every so often I get struck with a crazy thought about everything going wrong. Then I come and watch one of your videos, and immediately I’m calm. Kayaking isn’t really as hard as I keep making it out to be even after going kayaking before.
@PaddleTV
10 күн бұрын
Great to hear!!
@SRKarting
2 жыл бұрын
I’m new to kayaking and find your reviews are absolutely epic, really helpful and informative and extremely well presented. I’m from the UK and really like the P&H range so these reviews are really great. Thanks
@PaddleTV
Жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@emanohtolify
2 жыл бұрын
Great review. I'm considering a Leo LV for when my son(s) gets older. After years of using longer, faster kayaks, I've transitioned to a shorter touring boat with more rocker, similar to the Leo. It's been fun paddling a more maneuverable, more comfortable boat. I've never really used my day hatches as day hatches. As in I've never really needed to get into my day hatch on the water. I've always considered them an extension of my rear hatch and it helps keep smaller items organized. Or for the day I toss in a dry bag with gear and my lunch vs getting swallowed up in one of the other hatches. My new boat a Current Designs Sisu also has that front day hatch and I'm loving it as well. It doesn't interfere with the cockpit and anything I'd need quick access to is right there. I've never understood Valley's removable front pod, I've seen them and they are only held in by the deck bungee. It's awkward and I don't get why it's removable. The P&H hatch looks great.
@malcolmnicholls2893
2 жыл бұрын
I think at least one is handy if you're at sea and need a snack or water bottle though?
@c.rittenhouse6647
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for reviewing the P&H RM kayaks! They’re on the edge of affordability for a lot of people as a RM option. I would love to see you review the Delta thermoformed kayaks as they are an affordable option. Thanks!
@Richard-bs8xe
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great review! I took the new ACA paddling safety course. Really good and great for a beginners to get familiar with what a responsible paddler should do.
@RonK
2 жыл бұрын
Great review - thanks so much ! There seems to be an error, however - on the displayed P&H web site as well as on your "specs table": Capacity of 124 kg would mean 273 lbs, but the tables list "245 lbs (124 kg)". Compared to the values of the MV version, I assume the "124 kg" are correct for the Leo, and the "245 lbs" are some sort of a typo
@PHSeaKayaks
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Ken; a fair and informative review as always! 100% on board with sea kayaks not just being for the sea!! Day hatches certainly seem to polarise opinion; generally, we find people who like them, like them for keeping emergency kit that's a little too big for the bow mini hatch, but you still want quick access to :)
@PaddleTV
2 жыл бұрын
I couldn't agree more. The bottom line for me is that I fit everything I needed for a multi-day trip in cold conditions (which means extra bulky gear), and so the day hatch wasn't a limiting factor. Keep making the great boats! I can't wait to try more P&H Sea Kayak models!
@PHSeaKayaks
2 жыл бұрын
@@PaddleTV we'll keep making them if you keep paddling them! Haha. Thanks again!
@wisenber
2 жыл бұрын
That extra bulkhead makes more sense when you take trim into consideration. For an extended trip without freshwater, having your dromedary bags locked in closer to the center makes a big difference. Another neat trick is securing about 10-15 lbs of weights to the floor of that compartment. You're kayak will right itself on its own that way when empty, and it requires much less effort to roll when you're in it. That 10-15 lbs really wants to be next to the water and not up in the air. That being said, it's scary to see plastic boats priced where lower end composite boats were not long ago.
@emanohtolify
2 жыл бұрын
I agree on the cost. I just bought a new composition boat and it's a grand more than last year. My first new high end poly touring boat was $1200, but that was 15 yrs ago.
@wisenber
2 жыл бұрын
@@emanohtolify I've been opting for used boats with a couple of exceptions. bought and Epic 18X for $1500 that was selling for $3900 new. Ten years later, I'm still using it. Another good option is building from plans. A stitch and glue model can be completed in a few weekends. Those wooden boats are tough yet lighter than plastic. I have a CLC 17 I built over 15 years ago that has only required a fresh coat of paint and varnish every ten years.
@malcolmnicholls2893
2 жыл бұрын
I believe the plastic pellets for manufacture went up a fortune. This is according to a water tank manufacturer in Ireland.
@wisenber
2 жыл бұрын
@@malcolmnicholls2893 I imagine everything has gone up; however, plastic boat prices were climbing relative to composite boats before that. Even wood prices have gone up for the home boat builders.
@malcolmnicholls2893
2 жыл бұрын
@@wisenber Good point. Wood is also a fortune in Britain.
@thormusique
2 жыл бұрын
Another excellent video, Ken, thanks! The Leo HV really does look like a solid, nicely built boat. Cheers!
@davyp2993
2 жыл бұрын
Have you tried a skin on frame kayak by Seawolf kayaks from Seattle.? I built my own on a course in Germany a couple of years ago, which in itself was interesting, but paddling it was such an amazing experience. I built a "Kurki" and I've paddled many different makes and types of kayak, don't get me wrong it looks like the shape of "just another sea kayak", it is not until you are in it and have taken only a dozen strokes that you will realise that this boat is something special. Kiliii Yuyan doesn't just design the kayaks he lives them. What was the most surprising was how silent they are, that sounds strange, but the way the "Kurki" is designed there is no ripple noise, and it's only your blade that makes a noise in the water.
@allonsy9808
2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic review! I always appreciate your insights. It's a beautiful kayak., and I like that forward day hatch. The back day hatch...not so much. lol
@PaddleTV
2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate it!
@jenniferlauck4337
2 жыл бұрын
Kayak-desire!!!
@jimhunt1230
2 жыл бұрын
So if you had a choice between the Virgo MV and Leo HV which would you choose. Curious if the Leo MV would have fit you better? What size feet do you have? Thanks for the great reviews.
@PaddleTV
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jim, The easy answer is... both! :). Seriously though, if I just wanted a fun boat to paddle, I would go with the Virgo HV (the MV was a little small on me. If I wanted to do more kayak camping or long tours, I would opt for the Leo HV. The HV was a perfect size for me. I'm 6'2", 195 lbs, 34" inseam, and size 10 (wide) feet. Cheers!
@stephengeorge7510
2 жыл бұрын
The rear day hatch is used to fill with ice and beers of course.
@vitogaudiuso7835
2 жыл бұрын
Well done!Great review! How about a P&H Scorpio comparison with this boat?
@snowleopard1918
2 жыл бұрын
Looks like a nice boat, I have the Venture Islay 14 made by P & H , and it has a higher capacity weight rating. I’d love to check out the Leo as a 16 footer is as large as I want to go for a boat size, but the kayak shops near me are a joke in Vancouver.BC Canada
@emmettcotter1206
9 ай бұрын
Great review. Thanks a million
@PaddleTV
9 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@neobliviscarisa650
2 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the review. I never heard how it compares to the Virgo, as I am in 2 minds... plus how it compares to the Romney Sport? Thank you in advance
@PaddleTV
2 жыл бұрын
I haven't paddle the Romney Sport, but compared to the Virgo, the Leo is a little faster, and has more capacity for multi-day day trips. On the flip side, the Virgo was more playful. If I was doing long or multi-day trips, I would go for the Leo. If I was doing day trips, and playing in rough water, I would go for the Virgo. The HV would be the best size for me too. The Leo HV was perfect, whereas the Virgo MV was a little small for me. I'm 6'2", 195lbs, 34" inseam. Cheers!
@neobliviscarisa650
2 жыл бұрын
@@PaddleTV I mentioned the Romany, as they were designed by the famous Nigel Dennis pedigree. I know they are made from durable composite, cockpit more suited to traditional sea kayaking (basic layout, to self customise; ergonomic seat set up for better rotation (glass surface) and the angle to help lower back? They are longer than Virgo… I tend to do day trips up to 20 miles on a good day… as well as shorter local play in the sea. I use a Smart Pro Neris ( folding inflatable hybrid hand made in Ukraine… amazing compared to Sea Eagle and Aqua Glide equiv… but I now want to learn hard kayak skills.. Thanks :-)
@joshinfwtx4506
2 жыл бұрын
thaks for asking, I came here to ask about Virgo comparison also. Glad I read comments first. Thanks for the feedback @PaddleTV
@testMonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Any plans for a video that’ll compare the Leo and Virgo head-to-head?
@raivkka4313
Жыл бұрын
Which do you feel of the more versatile boat, this or the Virgo HV. More specifically, for those times when the lazy big river throws a little spice.
@malcolmnicholls2893
2 жыл бұрын
Like the foredeck skeg lever. Suspicious my side lever lets water in. (Must fix).
@dandraos
2 жыл бұрын
Love all your videos. I’m a kayaker in ON. Have you ever tested any Stellar touring Kayaks?
@ocpbmuse
2 жыл бұрын
How would you say this compares to the prijon Yukon that Pete runs? Looking for something like the Yukon since they no longer make it.
@joshinfwtx4506
Жыл бұрын
The Virgo is closer in length to Yukon. I think both the P&H Virgo and Dagger Stratos 14.5 are good runner up alternatives to Yukon. All Rover Kings fans know that according to Pete no boat is as good for river kayak camping as the Yukon.
@cleanshavedad
2 жыл бұрын
A couple of kayaks I would really like your review of are, Crescent kayaks. Really any model. And a boat my wife saw called the origami paddler.
@joshinfwtx4506
Жыл бұрын
Wade Harrison does a lot of Crescent reviews. His channel is mostly whitewater but he also does good reviews on fishing kayaks and general kayak related gear kzitem.info/news/bejne/r2OYx42Brap4rY4
@rusy9432
2 жыл бұрын
What do you think of the 13"6 Wilderness Tsunami, or the Tsunami series in general?thanks.
@bobm9509
2 жыл бұрын
I love my 125. I'm no pro but 30 mile day trips are comfortable.
@rusy9432
2 жыл бұрын
@@bobm9509 I ended up going for the 145 and it's great
@RiverKingsKayak
2 жыл бұрын
Thats a great looking boat!
@paulcoverdale8312
2 жыл бұрын
Nice one Ken from da UK Thanks for sharing guys Paul 15.25 gmt Uk cheers
@user-zn7bq3kk9l
4 ай бұрын
Hi Ken Really enjoy your channnel- I am calling on your expertise - we have now purchased a tandem SOT we used for the first time and when lifting back on to car we could hear water inside- it has a drain plug but is there an easy way to drain without having to try and stand a 13 foot kayak on its end?
@PaddleTV
4 ай бұрын
Thanks! If the kayak has a hatch, you can sponge the water out. If not... unfortunately there's no choice but to put it on end.
@flt528
Жыл бұрын
Sea kayaks are called "sea kayaks" because they're designed for the rough water you often encounter in the ocean (narrow, plenty of rocker, buoyant bow for surfing, lower volume/decks, easy to roll). As opposed to "touring" kayaks made more for flatter inland waters with less wind (wider, less rocker, more volume, rudder). Classic "sea" kayak is P&H Cetus; classic "touring" kayak is WS Tsunami.
@christiller3257
2 жыл бұрын
How does this compare to a Wilderness systems Tempest 170? Besides being a foot shorter, $600 more and 3 pounds heavier?
@joshinfwtx4506
2 жыл бұрын
I'd also like to know this
@JoshPiland
5 ай бұрын
Appreciate this one! #Gratitude
@PaddleTV
5 ай бұрын
🙌
@JakkeLehtonen-Jagster
10 ай бұрын
Is paddler’s weight same as how much weight it can or should carry totally? I mean if a paddler weights 100 kilo there isn’t too much room for any other cargo then.
@JakkeLehtonen-Jagster
10 ай бұрын
Okey… I was too hasty. They tell total capacity. That means longer expeditions will be quite difficult if followed those limits… I know 80% rule but how much we can go over max capacity or is it bad idea always in generally? And yes, this is more general question than just for Leo. Could you find enough materia to wonder weight question a bit deeper? Quite many is doing touring, camping and expediotions and because a kayaknis not a canoe 😏 we have to limit what stuff we are taking with us. And again - if followed rule of 80% of capacity it means we can forget camping with food and water right away.
@rickquist3992
2 жыл бұрын
That boat looks solid. Is the P&H "Skudder" a retractable understern rudder? It would be awesome to enjoy the benefits of an understern with the impact resistance of a retractable!
@malcolmnicholls2893
2 жыл бұрын
I believe opinions are mixed regarding this feature. Worth checking.
@Rockerrobin
2 жыл бұрын
If it can't fit in the back the truck it's too big 🤷. Nice boat if you can haul it around and store it personally 12.5 is the max I can take on and store away for the winter.
@billmilstead1473
2 жыл бұрын
I was looking for the safety course you mentioned, but did not see it. Could you provide a link to it please?
@mattiholmlund9283
28 күн бұрын
I'm only 173 cm and 85 kgs. Is a HV to big for me? I would really like to have the 333 liter space.
@PaddleTV
28 күн бұрын
No, the HV wouldn't be too big. Yes, you won't have quite as much control over it, but the difference will be minimal, and it sounds like the extra volume is most important. You'll also have more room and be more comfortable in the cockpit.
@mattiholmlund9283
28 күн бұрын
@@PaddleTV Thank's a lot for your reply!!!🙏
@mattiholmlund9283
28 күн бұрын
@@PaddleTVI've got the first P&H Delphin 155 mk1 and I just love it but I need more space for packing.
@davormazic
2 жыл бұрын
Would you reccommend MV or HV for me? I am 183cm and 85kg. Got a good discount on Venture Jura (Venture Jura is now called P&H Leo and specs are the same as Leo for MV and HV version). I can buy it for 1400EUR in TriLite (better material than MZ3) version with Scudder (SKEG/RUDDER) included.
@PaddleTV
2 жыл бұрын
Ooooo. That sounds good! For general, all-round use, I would go for the HV. It's not huge, and so you won't feel like you're 'swimming' around in the kayak. That being said, the MV would offer a little more 'performance' in rough conditions. Wouldn't be as comfortable as the HV though. Unless you're mostly doing rough water, I would go for the HV.
@keithmoriyama5421
2 жыл бұрын
What about Delta Kayaks? Basically a very similar kayak with superb build quality, but thermoformed, lighter, prettier and slightly cheaper.
@andybobsadventures
2 жыл бұрын
Is 245lbs total capacity? Paddler and gear?
@pduckwor
2 жыл бұрын
As a bigger guy I am considering the Scorpio HV, any chance you could review one of those as there not much on KZitem about it?
@PaddleTV
2 жыл бұрын
It's on my list!
@markscott4059
5 ай бұрын
Have tried the PH Delphin 155?
@PaddleTV
5 ай бұрын
Not yet!
@thecappy
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, do you know of any good kayaks that can hold up to 300lbs? I’m a big guy (6’, 250lbs, power lifter type) and with any gear I’m hovering on the low side of 300.
@thecappy
2 жыл бұрын
Should specify sit in kayak.
@donkeyavenger
2 жыл бұрын
Eddyline sitka LT(350lb capacity) or XT(400lb capacity) is a good choice depending on your inseam. I'm 6'5" so I got the XT since it was much easier to enter than the LT for myself
@wisenber
2 жыл бұрын
I'd look at the cockpit size first then weight capacity. Lots of boats will carry that weight, but you won't be able to fit in all of them. I wear a size 13 shoe. Finding a cockpit that will accommodate a big foot can be just as challenging. Also, ALWAYS try to stay at 80% or under the rated weight. Otherwise, it will handle horribly. If you want to carry a total of 300 lbs, find one that can handle 375. If you can shrink your load to 280 lbs, you can drop to a 350 lbs capacity.
@lawrencestokes5745
2 жыл бұрын
Old Town Castine 145. 388lb usable capacity. Large cockpit. At 6', 246lbs have packed 66lbs of camping gear in the hatches (with room left over) and the boat handled great in windy conditions.
@HeathenGeek
3 ай бұрын
🙂🙂
@williamclark3712
2 жыл бұрын
Nice kayak but why does a rotomolded kayak cost $2600?? Tariffs?
@justin2237
2 жыл бұрын
Supply chain issues. Companies tend to not keep spare stock in hand because it costs money to warehouse. Any issues in raw supply cascade down the line
@gugeyer
2 жыл бұрын
with just skeg is more cheap.
@TheExtraTerrestrial
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I bought my last yak several years ago, for what I thought was a reasonable price. I'm looking around again now, and see the prices have gotten a bit wacky, especially for plastic boats. Dang.
@paulmphoto
2 жыл бұрын
I thought sea kayaks were specifically different because the hulls are designed with higher bouyancy of kayaks in seawater.
@gordonbarton8440
2 жыл бұрын
Personally I think p&h have made the worst skeg system ever. So many times on the water and someone has an issue with a p&h skeg. The day hatch behind the paddler is ideal for first aid kit, storm shelter, warm clothes. Everything that a sea kayak leader needs to hand without digging about in the main hatches.
@bigbranch1
2 жыл бұрын
Safety first.....learn the wet exit....reason I like sit on tops......
@flatheadfletch
Жыл бұрын
23” is not narrow. It’s on the wide side
@alkaholic4848
Жыл бұрын
I'm guessing P&H pay you to do these reviews? Felt more of an advert to me, I didn't get anything useful out of it. Just stating the obvious (straight from P&H's marketing info), with a lot of digressions inbetween.
@ricjasareno5946
Жыл бұрын
The kayak industry needs to add technology system controls on its products, its time to upgrade the way people kayak
@Cornpone
11 ай бұрын
Like what? For a lot of people, the whole point of outdoor sports is to get away from tech
@thomasp8160
Жыл бұрын
polyethylene just isn't it if you're looking for a bit of a professional kayak. Unfortunately
@OlijfOlifant
Жыл бұрын
Testing a sea kayak only on a river is NOT in depth.. "It's a fast kayak, but not a superfast kayak" ...?!?
@pikemaster1972
2 жыл бұрын
This company has left Capella paddlers high and dry by discontinued hatch covers . Like buying a car that you can no longer get tyres for . Stick with valley
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