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@KatMcCauley 6 сағат бұрын
Can’t wait for you to add your thoughts on the clutch and reactR, also interested in Hannah’s opinion if any of these are small enough for some one 5’2” 130 or under, they all seem too big lol
@mikecatura6210 Күн бұрын
Any way to effectively turn the Steeze into a more slicey Steeze? Something that would be easier to squirt.
@mikecuriak6140 2 күн бұрын
Handy.
@AlexBarham 2 күн бұрын
Lol thanks
@MrPicboy85 2 күн бұрын
OG RIPPER!!!🫨🫨
@AlexBarham 2 күн бұрын
A fantastic half slice for sure, but more on the play side than these ones. That is going to be the ReactR's niche
@maagista 2 күн бұрын
Thanks for a great review! My regular shoes are normally size 9 (US). Do you think I should go with size 10 if i’ll use these mostly with a drysuit? Or would size 9 fit with removable insole?
@AlexBarham 2 күн бұрын
They come with an extra insole so I would probably do what I did and just go up half a size.
@DGYSAM 3 күн бұрын
I like the boat tinkering. Got any tips on putting more rocker in the nose of a boat? Dont really want to cut and shut the nose but if an electric blanket is the way then im happy to sacrifice a happy wife for more rocker.
@AlexBarham 3 күн бұрын
Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it's going to be a cut and shut. If one side is convex it makes it basically impossible to curve the other. If you do go down that road be sure to add a patch on the inside because the weld will eventually flex and leak. Pre-patchuing will be an insurance policy.
@ArneHB1 3 күн бұрын
You should release your review of the Prijon Beast, I think it's important for people considering buying it to get a honest review on it and for Prijon to step up their game. You do great reviews!
@coldwateronly 5 күн бұрын
And Bingo was his name, oh. 🤙🏼
@AlexBarham 5 күн бұрын
Hannah would stay with Patagonia Paddle Institute 1000x just for the free vacation pets
@BrianCahal2 5 күн бұрын
where do you run your seat in the steeze
@AlexBarham 5 күн бұрын
Stock or forward for big water for the Steeze. Stock for the Puffy
@BrianCahal2 4 күн бұрын
@@AlexBarham ok cool, I've been playing with running the seat further back in the puffy. I feel like it helps with that unpredictable edging out of skips, loosens the bow up, and makes my pivot turns smoother. Hasn't bitten me yet
@rhysmckinstry3620 5 күн бұрын
Any noticable differences between the ninja 1.0 and 2.0?
@AlexBarham 5 күн бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6KneKt9ocZna9U See that video
@robinlevick7246 6 күн бұрын
Clutch and Reactr!!
@AlexBarham 5 күн бұрын
Coming lol
@robinlevick7246 23 сағат бұрын
@@AlexBarham Really looking forward to your analysis of the reactr. I bought one as my first kayak, and have only paddled Nirvana, Rewind, Cross, and Flow.
@t0mmas616 6 күн бұрын
You should try get your hands on a zion slalom. I feel it fits into this big half slice group quite well. same volume as a steeze in the large. Still has a big, wide tail but less aggressive chimes and and a funky keel like thing on the nose. I love mine but i guess it's easier to get them being in europe. still worth checking out if you get the chance 100%.
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
I almost took one out in Chile, but it was the smaller size. Definitely liked the looks of it!
@travislangolf7800 6 күн бұрын
Looking forward to your review on the clutch. This is the segment that I feel is most fitting for my waters.
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
Thanks Travis! It looks like it will be the one that keeps the most play. Where that balancing act lands is what most interests me with the Clutch
@dangerjudy5334 6 күн бұрын
Thank you for the detailed reviews. Why is Dagger's Indra so heavy? Is the outfitting heavy?
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
Hey Judy! The Indra M/L is similar in size to the Steeze but the plastic is thicker. I know that people love to say the Dagger outfitting is heavy. I've handled and converted more outfitting than most and I ASSURE you you will not notice the difference. It is maybe a pound when dry.
@dangerjudy5334 5 күн бұрын
@@AlexBarham I know this is from way-back-when but is the plastic thickness also the reason the Wave Sport Recon was so heavy?
@AlexBarham 5 күн бұрын
@dangerjudy5334 I would imagine so, as they had the same outfitting
@MicajahMcCurry 5 күн бұрын
Considering it’s 3lbs heavier than a Steeze. Both are 50lb kayaks. Having that bombproof cage of plastic isn’t light. But it won’t fold on you in a pin. Plus there’s that 5 year warranty too. It’s in the back of our minds yes, but weight is also a perceived feeling too. How a boats balanced, plastic in the hull vs the ends/deck, swing weight , stiffness, etc. It’s a trade off, but we believe we have a sweet spot. Always improving of course.
@AlexBarham 5 күн бұрын
Is that 50lbs off the website? In person there is a night and day difference between the Steeze/Ninja and the Indra. I would have to pull out a scale to trust that
@brentwade9346 6 күн бұрын
Great rundown, Alex. I ran all of them except the Prijon. Glad to see my reactions to them line up with yours. I loved how controlled and poised the Indra felt on the water, but as an all-around boat I preferred the Ninja 2. After getting in the Clutch, I unloaded my Indra and committed to it - such an incredible platform. It edges out the Ninja 2 most days, but it’s a tough call after doing your seat mod and lowering the Zet. Can’t wait for your thoughts on the Clutch.
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
Very interesting feedback! You guys are getting me more and more keen on the Clutch. And yes! The Zets come alive with the lowered seats. At this point I've dropped all the seats in my demos and offer the conversion for free when someone buys one for the life of the boat
@apexzero-three3216 6 күн бұрын
I wish Dagger made the Indra in a smaller size.
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
I feel for them. It would get tough fast for retailers
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
Also you're the right size for a Goat anyway
@MicajahMcCurry 5 күн бұрын
How light/tall are you? Throw a booster seat in it. It’ll help. I’ve paddled the large at 147lbs and felt reasonable. Still paddling the small day to day, but unless you’re sub 130lbs I’d say the small/medium can be outfitted to fit you well.
@apexzero-three3216 5 күн бұрын
@@MicajahMcCurry you and I are about the same weight. I’ve paddled the s/m twice. I’ve put 2 dagger seat shims in and it feels like a medium, just a little smaller than a medium code. I usually paddle a s code, a nova and a s scorch, so I’m not surprised that the Indra feels big. I had a medium rewind for a couple of seasons. I wanted to love the Indra and hoped it would replace my small scorch. I’m interested in trying a goat.
@ethansoete4704 6 күн бұрын
Very disappointing news on the beast, was hoping for prijon plastic in a modern platform. . . Alas
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
Same. Unfortunately the blow-molded boats have issues with tight corners and thus sharp edges.
@seanhogan563 6 күн бұрын
I thought the seat and hip pads were perfectly functional, the outfitting is definitely bear bones but for sure keeps it light. The chines were VERY soft tho.
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
@seanhogan563 the seat and hip pad system is comfy and works as installed from the factory. However, if you move the seat forward or back the hip pads stay in the same place. Go forward and they wind up behind your but. Go backward they are down your legs. Also with no support from below every rock hit transfers straight to the paddler. This kind of system is okay in my Murky carbon playboat because the hips can be moved too, but doesn't hold up here
@joeleader6551 4 күн бұрын
I would definitely take it for a spin yourself. I was skeptical at first but really rated it when i paddled it. Apart from the indra ive tried all the other boats on this list + the reactr and it came out on top for me. I loved the steeze but found it overly wide. I really felt that the added stiffness increased the performance, especially in big water. Outfitting is a bit odd but not a game changer. And its by far the lightest
@davidspiegel4016 6 күн бұрын
Solid roundup review, but I disagree about the stern tapping comment. Nimble half slices give you so many more options for controlling boof angle and swing vs a regular "creek boat." They make stern management way easier in my opinion. I hit way fewer rocks in my Steeze than I do in my creek boats when I'm doing low water laps.
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
This could be because you creek in size medium and the Steeze is basically a large
@davidspiegel4016 6 күн бұрын
Nah I still think it’s was I said, but agree to disagree. Thanks for the thoughtful reviews.
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
No worries!
@BushidoWarriorr1 6 күн бұрын
Just curious what your thoughts on the Reactr?
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
Mine hasn't arrived yet, but my basic impression from seeing them around is that this is a return to the river running days of old. I think once people stop trying to stern stall these boats and just enjoy the way they carve going down stream they will love it.
@martini7454 6 күн бұрын
I spent a few days in the Reactr on playful class III and IV runs. The Reactr is a great, fast, forgiving creeker. The bow stays up and the stern stays out of the way during most maneuvers. It really is not a big half slice like these other models. Just a high performance creeker to compare to boats like the Scorch, 9R/2, Gnarvana, phantom, etc.
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
Thanks for chiming in! If you look at the stern lines they are high and the deck is shedding water, not cupping. That tells the story
@forestkan459 7 күн бұрын
Yes, but where do we buy?!?!
@AlexBarham 7 күн бұрын
amzn.to/4fE4Nkq
@SubParPaddler 8 күн бұрын
If anything like the 2.0 versions then do not leave them in the sun as sole contracts slightly and the glue will start to come away and you will be forever repairing the sole, also the top layer on the sole will shrivel and crease, so I have learned from that. The other niggle is the lack of drainage, they really needed a few holes in them for better draining whilst walking, maybe a couple in the back and and some up the front end. Other than that, I love my 2.0's and will upgrade to the 3.0 in time. Alex, is the insole still removable? cause that was a great idea for when using ya drysuit and or thicker socks.
@AlexBarham 7 күн бұрын
It is stitched and glued so I do not expect to see those issues. It came with a spare insol so you can order for your winter size then add another in as a shim in summer. I ran it as is barefoot and with the dry gear and didn't have any issues
@SubParPaddler 6 күн бұрын
@@AlexBarhamhi chap, thanks, I really like the new colour scheme so as soon as these die I will deffo get some, one thing I did notice, have they done away with the concave tread that ya get on the 2.0? I liked that idea as it aided grip over rocks :)
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
Sure thing! Based on what photos I can find of the old ones I would say yes. However the grip in these is top notch
@SubParPaddler 6 күн бұрын
@@AlexBarhamthank you, much appreciated :)
@AlexBarham 6 күн бұрын
No problem!
@travislangolf7800 8 күн бұрын
Dude, awesome review. Very likely sold me , run the peshtigo river in wisconsin(slippery,sharp hranite.
@AlexBarham 7 күн бұрын
Thanks man!
@chrispaine2265 8 күн бұрын
I’m only satisfied with paddling shoes in warm enough conditions when a drysuit isn’t needed. My gripe is that all these low top shoes, and even my Astral Rasslers leave so much of the dry sock exposed which seems like a weak point on the suits. When I wear a drysuit, I only wear neoprene wetsuit boots (NRS ATB or similar) because they are tall enough to cover most of the sock and give a nice slim surface for the over cuff to be velcro’d down without it riding up. The sock is 100% covered that way. Grip has never been an issue with them.
@SubParPaddler 8 күн бұрын
With my Gradient 2.0 the socks are fully covered especially when you velcro the bottoms shut so theydon't ride up, It would be most unlucky if the socks got damaged
@steve6474 8 күн бұрын
I usually wear the thinnest neoprene socks I can over the dry socks under the shoes to protect the dry suit
@SubParPaddler 8 күн бұрын
@@steve6474 I do too (not neoprene though just some GUL stretchy socks) when on the river for the same reason
@chrispaine2265 8 күн бұрын
@@steve6474 @SubParPaddler seems like a good solution.
@AlexBarham 7 күн бұрын
You can see in the shots I put in the beginning that your socks are protected with these. I would try to avoid wearing the neoprene socks when creeking, but I definitely bring them out for cold water playboating.
@comic8124 8 күн бұрын
Interesting. I was about to go down the La Sportiva route, but hadnt considered the potential for hotspots. Can the laces be hidden away? So far the ones I’ve seen in the wild suggest not. Thanks for the honest review and Happy Christmas and New Year to you.
@AlexBarham 8 күн бұрын
Are you asking if the laces get covered by fabric to prevent getting caught on a tree or something? These do not have that, no.
@SubParPaddler 8 күн бұрын
With my 2.0's I added a toggle to both boots saves tieing lol and I tuck the remaining laces through the cross sections of the lacing, this prevents snagging so don't let that put you off them :)
@comic8124 7 күн бұрын
@ thank you. That’s exactly my concern.
@apexzero-three3216 8 күн бұрын
I have had maritimes for the past 2 years and have well over 300 paddling days on them. I love them, but I can only use them in creek boats and half slices. They are too stiff to fit in my RSV and my nova. I only get about 3 months out of astrals. Are the soles of the gradient stiff like Altamas or softer like astrals?
@AlexBarham 8 күн бұрын
The Gradient has a Vibram sole that seems stiff like the Altama most of the time, although I noticed they stiffen up more in winter weather.
@josh8058 8 күн бұрын
I have the previous version. Very highly rate them.
@AlexBarham 8 күн бұрын
Thanks for the feedback Josh!
@josh8058 8 күн бұрын
@AlexBarham 👍good footwear is a totally underated safety item. Being able to move around fast and confidently on river banks is important.
@AlexBarham 8 күн бұрын
Absolutely. Guilty of overlooking it in the past, but once you've experienced that grip you immediately see the value.
@Harrison881 10 күн бұрын
I used that backband retention strap technique yesterday and it worked great! I love that you don't have to cut any holes like you do for the way that dagger does it. @AlexBarham, do they straps last as long your way as the other way?
@AlexBarham 7 күн бұрын
They have held up just fine. Bonus is if you do it right they pull the hip pads down to grip you as well
@artfisher1235 12 күн бұрын
Another very practical, usable video. As someone who is on the bottom range for the larger boats., I have found a great buying niche. As it turns out, fat boys buy the large versions of creekboats and quickly find they that are just capsize hazards due to their overweight status. These big boys then put the boats on the market, realizing that they are simply not cut up enough for real whitewater. I end up scarfing a boat that only has 5 or 6 runs on it. I just have to watch out for the fact that fat boys can gouge boats like nobody's business.
@chrispaine2265 18 күн бұрын
Would have been a crime to bury that river.
@AlexBarham 16 күн бұрын
Now stop and think how many rivers were drow ed before we even got to explore them
@chrispaine2265 16 күн бұрын
I think about it frequently. Every time I see a dam I wonder what is hidden at the bottom. Here in the PNW we are seeing a few dams that have been removed. It’s exciting.
@AlexBarham 16 күн бұрын
@chrispaine2265 yeah I've been following the Klamath. The east coast used to have a salmon population as well so I am hoping to see a similar push here.
@bradelliot1027 19 күн бұрын
nice...:)
@AlexBarham 16 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@dl3537 21 күн бұрын
holy fuck dog that skip on the slide
@brentwade9346 22 күн бұрын
Beauty!!!! Looks like you guys had a ball! Is it Hannah nailing that sweet stomp at 3:27?
@hannahb1848 22 күн бұрын
Sure is ;)
@brentwade9346 22 күн бұрын
@@hannahb1848 Sweet job!
@AlexBarham 21 күн бұрын
@@brentwade9346 she's so dreamy
@brentwade9346 21 күн бұрын
@ there ya go, makin it all weird… ;-)
@hobiebayley4253 23 күн бұрын
😳🫳
@AlexBarham 22 күн бұрын
Lol thanks man
@justjackson1709 23 күн бұрын
I love these boat shop vids and would definitely like to see more. Keep up the great work!
@AlexBarham 21 күн бұрын
Thanks man! If you guys keep telling me you're interested I'll keep filming
@kovacikayak 23 күн бұрын
So sick!!!!
@AlexBarham 23 күн бұрын
Thanks buddy!
@moorewood 23 күн бұрын
Code or Indra? Sick lines!
@AlexBarham 23 күн бұрын
Large Code
@travislangolf7800 23 күн бұрын
Love it. What boat are you paddling?
@AlexBarham 23 күн бұрын
Large Code
@comic8124 23 күн бұрын
Great watch! I only tensed twice 😅 whoever’s leading can claim their WW leader badge now.
@AlexBarham 23 күн бұрын
Local legend David Cortez!
@MaximoRoberts 23 күн бұрын
First coment
@AlexBarham 23 күн бұрын
Lol sorry bro someone beat you
@lukaszblazkow 23 күн бұрын
Amazing river🤙🤙
@AlexBarham 23 күн бұрын
It is!!
@caronmiles8995 23 күн бұрын
Why show the same thing over n over again?
@AlexBarham 23 күн бұрын
It's just that good
@hobiebayley4253 24 күн бұрын
What a treat! Stoked to see you guys out SHREDDING!! 🤩🤙
@AlexBarham 24 күн бұрын
Thanks man!
@brothermananderson3707 24 күн бұрын
Such a beautiful river
@AlexBarham 24 күн бұрын
All of Pucon is gorgeous
@kovacikayak 24 күн бұрын
But wait I thought whitewater is brown
@AlexBarham 24 күн бұрын
Haha it takes me a day to remember to to boof clear water every time
@notorious_media_tent 24 күн бұрын
Sick video but technically not Pucon ;)
@AlexBarham 24 күн бұрын
Forgive the gringos boys
@AlexBarham 24 күн бұрын
And keep charging! Love your vidoes
@notorious_media_tent 23 күн бұрын
@@AlexBarham haha Churr broda 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@nikosikelianos2481 24 күн бұрын
Love.
@AlexBarham 24 күн бұрын
Thanks bro
@boardbroker1 24 күн бұрын
Great video. Thanks Alex
@AlexBarham 24 күн бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@icelandicwhitewater 24 күн бұрын
Super nice and chilled run. Working your way down to Futa?
@AlexBarham 24 күн бұрын
We spent two weeks in Pucon. Unfortunately we couldn't get away for longer
@insr3339 24 күн бұрын
Awesome video, this what paddling heaven looks like 😊
@AlexBarham 24 күн бұрын
Especially when there are beer and snacks at the takeout
@samirhardy3782 25 күн бұрын
i have patiently waited for your new video and it was great. i look forward to the next
@AlexBarham 25 күн бұрын
Thanks Samir, doing the edit right now