Floating the Mokelumne and Testing 2020 Eddyline Kayaks

This week I hook up with Nick Wittman from Happy Paddlin to test our two new Eddyline Sit on Top Kayaks. We put in and floated one of my favorite local rivers. It's class 1 moving water, perfect for these fun in the sun sit on top kayaks. It's always fun to show someone new around your local waters, and Nicks energy always makes for a day of smiles.
I was paddling the Caribbean 109 and Nick was in the Caribbean12 FS.
More more info on these boats or to find a dealer near you please check out www.eddyline.com
If you're in Northern Ca or Southern OR and want to try one, or pick one up for yourself, hit us up! With a store in Lodi and a Store in Redding CA we are happy to serve you!
Until next time, Happy Paddlin!!!!
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[@Jrc4120]

I know this video is Old, but I weigh 210. Would the Caribbean 12 work for me with only a 275 pound weight limit? I know with the weight of the boat that actually becomes 230 pounds, then gear etc. Seems like that a very conservative weight capacity for a 12 foot boat

[@supporterofsanity]

Did they stop making the 109?

[@kaolinwasher]

how do they do going up river ,

[@drc1000]

what is brand of nicks hoodies.

[@HeadwatersKayak]

CG habitat

[@chickenandricecrew9867]

Awesome video...what part of the river did u guys start off at? And did u guys paddle upstream first and ride down afterwards? Live like 30 minutes away from lodi so would live to try this

[@HeadwatersKayak]

We did it as a shuttle. From the Fish Hatchery on MacVille Rd. To Stillman McGee Park. Easy float with lots of great wildlife.

[@chickenandricecrew9867]

@@HeadwatersKayak thanks for the replie...love your videos and it's inspired me to get out there. Never have done kayaking before but ready to start

[@mysidestitches]

Where did you guys launch ?

[@HeadwatersKayak]

The Fish Hatchery Launch on the Mokelumne. Easy place to put in.

[@melaniesimpson6322]

@Headwaters Kayak Hi!! Just started looking and really like the 12sf….both for looks and weight for moving around. I’m 5’4”, 115 pounds.,single, (Yikes. I sound like I’m on a dating site…lol), new paddler and I’d like to take my Aussie on some adventures. Do you think this would be an option for me? I’m in California and wondering if you can also recommend a store that might have this one in stock as well as others. Thanks for all your work on these videos

[@HeadwatersKayak]

I think you’d be fine in the 10 footer. Lodi Boathouse has a wide variety to demo and purchase. I also have a 2022 demo Caribbean 12 FS I’m selling for 25% off it’s practically like new.

[@melaniesimpson6322]

Thanks…after some research, the Caribbean 12fs is what I’m most interested in..Private message me with the price and color. I’m in Sonora and could easily come see it. Thanks!!

[@jerrynewman1380]

This is a good channel.and it's all about haveing fun....

[@AequitasSaints]

It says the weight limit is 275. If someone is over that weight, how much weight would be too much that it would sink? Lol 😬

[@croaker4747]

Just bought a 109. Can’t wait for it to come in.

[@janeszymanski8764]

I bought the 10.9 and cannot self rescue because it is so light, tried everything!

[@jerry-381]

I love the Keeper. Tell Nick to make sure to zip up that pouch his phone is in. If not and you happen to lean to the side to maybe clip an anchor to an anchor trolley your phone can go in the water.

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Jerry Krabe haha. I’m not telling nick anything. Dude spends 200+ days a year in a kayak, he’s got his stuff dialed.

[@jerry-381]

@@HeadwatersKayak 200 days wow yeah I hear ya. Just speaking from experience lol

[@boston2662]

Nick would be another fun positive attitude that would be great for the channel. Easygoing minimalist to represent us So. Oregon’s. And yes we love our drinking water.

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Griggs’s Adventures I agree man. He’s alway great to paddle with.

[@michaelschaller7572]

Dudes just seems cool easy going why not great guy

[@TwotheHorizonSailing]

Sweet video! Love seeing spots in the Delta that we haven't explored yet! Also, when we meet up in the Delta, you have to show us that rope swing spot!

[@kristopherdieck4845]

We need more Nick! lol

[@surfpile9142]

Great video. You inspired me last year on the Caribbean 12 and I love it. That inspired my wife on the Caribbean 109. We love our boats and are old Dicks sporting goods boats are now extras for friends who want to try kayaking. Eddyline is so worth a little extra for the quality and performance. We are in Tennessee but take them everywhere. Thanks

[@HeadwatersKayak]

That’s awesome!

[@kathydomokos3265]

You guys are a great team!

[@Wild_Danimal]

Nick seems like a cool dude

[@theoutdoordad7395]

Great content as usual. Would you guys recommend the Caribbean 12FS, Caribbean 14 or Pau Hana Endurance 12 for a light and fast boat to tour and do a little fly fishing? Unfortunately, there is no opportunity to demo any of them in my area.

[@HeadwatersKayak]

If you want to be the Caribbean 14 for sure

[@jeromehebert3184]

those boats look like they are just flying through the water

[@dirtsailoroff-road5580]

What is the most stable kayak for a heavy guy, 250lbs on a choppy lake at the lowest price that's comfortable?

[@MinekaC]

Curious about this as well! That's pretty much what Is need to get my spouse out on the water with me.

[@concilium1]

www.nucanoe.com/nucanoe-frontier/

[@MooMooOutdoors]

Stuck at work watching this. So jelly right now.

[@jason5584]

Thanks for all the videos you put out. I really appreciate them and enjoy watching you share something you love with the world. Any chance you have a video on kayaking life jackets (like entry level to high end and pros and cons)?

[@benjaminpagan6389]

Thanks for the video, if you could tell me, what is the weight capacity and price range on the 12 foot

[@HeadwatersKayak]

B P 350lb capacity. Paddler weight of around 250. Price $1599

[@benjaminpagan6389]

Thank you for the info, be safe

[@tc41089]

Looks so fun! Wish I had easy access to water like that. Thanks for sharing! 🌻

[@nightowl8172]

Thanks for the review guys! What price range are these in?

[@mcvaluemenu]

$1000+. I think the yellow one is around the $1600 area

[@HeadwatersKayak]

$1149 for the 109 and $1599 for the 12FS. The regular Caribbean 12 is around $1499

[@nightowl8172]

@@HeadwatersKayak Thank you for the quick reply. Keep those videos coming. They are so informative and fun!

[@immortaldragon9613]

Good job. What kayaks do you recommend for river fishing under 1,000 dollars?

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Crescent Lite Tackle, Moken 12.5, Native Manta Ray XT, Seaghost 110 would be on my short list and in that order.

[@kursah]

@@HeadwatersKayak I agree. Just got my tangerine Lite Tackle yesterday. Might even be the first one up in Montana. But LOVE it so far! It lives up to every aspect you've said it would. Wish I could've ordered it from you guys! Fun video today BTW, makes me ready to hit the river after work. :)

[@norcaloutdoor5462]

Can they make 27 inch width and >15 feet long kayak

[@bradreid6057]

Dan, I see most of the Eddylines have re-calibrated their "capacity" figures. It used to be that their capacity ratings meant "including the weight of the kayak." Has this changed??? The Caribbean 14 has gone from 400 to 350 for example. Anyway, for the new 12 FS, the 12 Angler and the 14 Angler, what would you say are the limits regarding the max size of the kayaker with limited gear? Will the 12s handle a 250 lbs. man? Brad

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Brad Reid it would be pushing it 250. That’s probably a good max paddler weight. I don’t pay that close of attention to manufactures capacity.

[@benschepps6494]

I have watched many of your high quality videos and especially like this video you made with Nick because you two talked about your pfd pocket contents. I thought that segment alone would be great as a stand-alone video for what to carry. Do you plan to make any new videos on gear? I mean beyond the ones you've already made. It'd be awesome if you made a longer, separate video explaining your essential kit. Selfishly I'd like to get some advice on manual bilge pumps, as I'd bet you've found a few that are really reliable. The comments on specific pumps on retailers' websites seem to be mixed so I'm hesitant to buy one without more research. I've searched for some video reviews on them, but have come up with little real information. They seem to either say "get a bilge pump" without recommending or describing what characteristics to look for, or are what amounts to be a PowerPoint presentation on the first 10 results for that specific item on Amazon! Then I started noticing that there really aren't that many videos that break down not-necessarily-essential (read: not pfd/paddle/whistle/water) but maybe secondary gear you really should have every time out like what you both presented here. Thanks for keeping that part in this video! Looking forward to more of your kayaking adventure videos. Stay safe and happy paddling!

[@HeadwatersKayak]

I’ve used them all and I stick with the Aquabound Bilge. It’s small and not super bulky and is exceptionally reliable even after a ton of use. Metal parts instead of plastic as well. Thanks for the comment. I do plan on doing more videos about gear so be sure to hit the notifications bell.

[@davidball8]

Patiently waiting for more podcasts! LOL

[@luiso1958]

can I go into the surf with those boats?

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Luis Ortega I would not.

[@sherylcrowe3255]

Thanks for another great video. Hey..I know where you got out but where did you put in?

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Sheryl Crowe fish hatchery. The furthest east launch you can get to.

[@yepyep27]

Did you try standing in the blue one?

[@HeadwatersKayak]

yepyep27 yes it’s a little narrow in the feet area, but doable. Would buy it if standing was #1 priority. But to take a leak sure.

[@ajw007white4]

Great video thank you sir for sharing which one would you recommend Cheers🍻

[@harveyscott2627]

Love your Videos one day I would love to see you talk about any kayaks that can switch easily from a single to a dual person and which one is the best as far as fishing and paddling kind of the best trade off thank you again I learn a lot just by watching you

[@niccastleberg4951]

Do you think a freedom hawk 12 is a good boat? I’m looking at a used one

[@mathewpleadwell7448]

How shallow does that get? I have a cruise and a moken. I want to float them down the river.

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Mathew Pleadwell 6”

[@mathewpleadwell7448]

Ok so plenty of space

[@connersteele688]

Do a vid on the perception pescador pro

[@jeffreytaylor6083]

Please document your time in Bend, I love the area!

[@asfdestroyer]

Could you please review the Feelfree Aventura 125? I've got no local dealers to try it out so I'd love to see a review (there are no reviews of any Aventura kayaks!). Thanks! :)

[@mcvaluemenu]

Thoroughly enjoyed the floating video. Now do one in a moken 12.5 😁.

[@HeadwatersKayak]

LTHarmar when the steelhead start running I will. River fishing kayak shootout! That would be fun.

[@johnpuckett899]

Hey man great job glad to see that you're getting more subscribers keep up the good work brother from your friend soon-to-be Yacker from NC

[@bobseaver7807]

Great video

[@R3DB3ARD92]

New to the channel and new to kayaking! Looking to learn from your channel and to show my support!

[@Wallaboo]

Great video - I feel like I've been out on the water now. :) Love all the little touches with the essentials and tips.

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Wallaboo thanks for the feedback. Always trying to share little thing we learn from our time on the water. We can all learn from one another.

[@attechoutdoors5893]

Good video Subbed you buddy.....God bless you guys. Amen....!

[@blinderb1032]

Dan, I’m torn! The Caribbean 12FS or the Crescent UltraLite??? I am 5’08” 160lbs and fish on small lakes and small rivers. I like the open deck of the UltraLite and I like the hull storage in the Caribbean. Love your videos!! Great content and great information!! Thanks!

[@HeadwatersKayak]

That’s a no brainer for me. Eddyline all the way. Whole other level.

[@Baldeasy]

New sub lucky 100 like didnt check the date though could be some old shit

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Matthew Jensen just posted today.

[@JC-cd3zs]

Dan pees in his kayaks

[@HeadwatersKayak]

JC only if it’s sit on top 😉