I like the osprey std. It tracks a bit harder. Similar volume to the coho.

: Hello all...this is the first time I've posted on this forum.

: I'd like to build a stitch and glue kayak...I've wanted to do this for a long
: time, and finally have the money, time, and building space simultaneously.

: I've researched the Pygmy kits extensively, and like the way their boats look
: in general. The problem is, I can't decide which one to build.

: The ultimate goal is to have a touring kayak that I can take on a trip I've
: been thinking about for a long time: I'd like to travel from my hometown
: of Tulsa, down the Arkansas River and McClellan-Kerr navigation channel,
: to the Mississippi River, and finally to New Orleans.

: The plan is to camp mostly, but stay in hotels occasionally. I estimate that
: the trip should take 4 - 5 weeks, depending on how high barge traffic is
: in the locks.

: Do any of you more experienced paddlers have suggestions as to what Pygmy
: kayak would be best for this type of trip? I'm about 5'11, size 9 1/2
: shoe. I'd need lots of gear volume, of course, and the boat should be able
: to handle currents well.

: I'd appreciate any input.

: Thanks!