Bought 2 of these for my husband and I. I researched online and found this package to be the best value. What's really great, other than the fact it's a nice yak, it is relativley light and easy for me to handle by myself. Took them out the day after the purchase and thoroughly enjoyed!! Great for beginners in tame coditions.
My wife and I are first time kayakers and we recently bought two Manatees. We have taken them out once and had a ball! The manatee is a great value for the money, comfortable, fun and very easy to use. Highly recommended!
This is my first Kayak and I love it.I probably looked at over 50 kayaks before I ordered the Manatee.It arrived in 3 weeks and I took it out the next Saturday.It was easy to handle(58 lbs.) and handled perfecly in the water.I can't wait to take it to the coast.Bill.
My friend and I each purchased this kayak last year. We are beginners and wanted a kayak that felt stable and one that we could get in and out of easily plus one that was not too heavy. We shopped around and felt that LL Bean offered the best package for us. We have been very happy with the quality and were very pleased with the service which was provided in fitting us for life preservers and teaching us how to load our kayaks onto car racks. Because of the service we received, we felt comfortable transporting these kayaks and have explored many local lakes and streams.
