Overall rating 
4.8 / 5
4.8 / 5
144 out of 146(99%)reviewers recommend this product.
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Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5
fromGreat Mills, MD
Gender:Female
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?First time
These Kayaks are a Perfect Fit for us
PostedJune 30, 2009
My husband and I purchased two of these for our anniversary this June; and, without a doubt, they are the best gifts we've ever gotten for each other. We're beginner paddlers and the size, ease of use, stability, and comfort are all top notch. Excellent build quality and styling. The adjustable foot braces that can be adjusted on-the-go are absolutely fantastic. We can't wait to go paddling every chance we get!! Highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a great product at a great value.
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5
fromMendota Illinois
Gender:Female
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?First time
Perfect Fit
PostedJune 24, 2009
I abosolutely love my kayak. I have taken it out on a lake several times and have thoroughly enjoyed it. It is very comfortable. I have had many compliments on it.
Overall rating 
4 / 5
4 / 5
fromlong island, new york
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
good for beginners
PostedJune 17, 2009
we're new to kayaking and the manatee is as advertised -- comfortable, agile and easy to use.
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5
fromSmith Mountain Lake, Virginia
Gender:Female
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
Excellent Product!
PostedJune 11, 2009
My husband and I purchased one each of these kayaks and were very impressed! Having moved from the two person Manatee due only to a conflict in paddling styles and speed and not the quality of the tandem (which was also excellent), the minute we got these in the water we were impressed! Wonderful size for a plump female and a 6'4" male, great features including the seat adjustments, extra padding in all the right places, and a paddle holder... leaps and bounds better than paddling in tandem! The kayak tracks well, holds up well in speedboat wake, sits nice and high in the water- everything we could have asked for. I look forward to many Sunday mornings exploring!
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
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