@@soihavetoplay thank you….I will not endorse any product that tells me what to say in a video. All the products I mention in any of my videos I have bought or was given to me by a family member! Shelf 2 table freeze dried foods is the only product I endorse because the owner of the company has always told me to be honest in my review!
I like their boats as they are light and looks good; Like you I am a BIG guy, so the weight limit on the boat has to be up there. I've never fished from a kayak, but I would love to fish out of one.
I have two sandpiper 130s. Just bought them! One for me one for wife. Looking forward to using them! Going to get 120 for daughter. Thanks for your video!
Looks pretty dang shiny to my eyes... I am glad to hear about your longevity with it, as I am looking to invest in one for myself in the future. Appreciate the info and review!
Great review!!! I just bought my first kayak and went with the Eddyline Carribean 12FS angler. Can’t wait to get it on the water. I’m like you…I plan to use it and I’m sure there will be dings and scratches. Great to hear how well it holds up!!
Thank you! So glad you mentioned the Pungo because I've pretty much narrowed it down to the Pungo 120 or 125 and the Sandpiper. I'd like the Sandpiper 130, but I do NOT like the seat they use. So, I'd have to go with the Sandpiper 120. Just so you know, your kayak (in the video) looks every bit as good as the other ones you mentioned. I wouldn't have noticed any of the scuffs and dings you mentioned if you hadn't done a close-up. I'll bet those others might have marks of a well-used craft as well. Thanks for the review. I love seeing how well it held up. It's a huge chunk of change to throw down if it ended up being a piece of crap. P.S. I totally support the need for a deck tray or at the very least...a cup holder. So many companies put them at the base of the seat between the legs. Seems like a no-brainer for an almost $2K (as of 2023) kayak.
Glad I could help with your decision!! I just got back from a weekend of paddling!! I very much think you'll be happy with the Sandpiper! If you are on Facebook there is a Eddyline Owners page for more info. facebook.com/groups/eddylineownersgroup
thank you...i've got a beat up, poly-ethylene 'yak that I really love...but, I'd love to get something less heavy to tote around. Been thinking about the Equinox or Sitka...but, frankly, your comments on the sandpiper are turning my head. all the best...and, thanks for that nice reminder at the end...we don't have any guaranteed time in this world. i've wasted too much of it already. but, i've never regretted time on the water. (for one thing, I usually have one or both of my daughters with me, which makes the worlds best water activity even better). keep the shiny side up, and enjoy! And again...thank you!
Excellent, informative review, I just realized I viewed your original video years ago. Now as a kayaker looking for a lighter 12' kayak, with two bulkheads, your Five Year Review makes the Sandpiper 120 sound very tempting.
Great 5 year review ADK man! I feel better now investing $1900 (CDN) in my new Skylark . Totally agree and wish that eddyline had a place for knick/knacks - I ended up getting a gear lab deck pod to store essential gear.
I wish Eddyline made it so you could use a dashboard like on my Pungo 120. My next boat is going to be either an Eddyline or a Tsunami 165. Try fitting a Pungo dashboard to it.
I actually had the president of Eddyline Kayaks reach out to me to tell me they are considering a dashboard. He didn’t say when…but with their recent move to another state I’m guessing it won’t be anytime soon.
@@ADKMan Cool. Yeah. The dashboard on my Pungo 120 is the bomb. I would not go without it. Have you ever Kayaked in the Catskills? We will be there over 4th of July week
Good review, my man! I'm glad you still like it. I'm eyeing up the Sitka LT right now - they're well worth the money. I've been paddling my 12' Perception for 20+ years and it's certainly time to upgrade. Regarding a cup holder, Contigo makes great spill proof travel mugs that don't break the bank. It'll certainly work for your morning coffee (I watched your 1 year review), but maybe not for those sunset brews. New subscriber! Adirondacks are beautiful, but I don't get up there nearly enough (I live in NJ). You're a good reminder to check them out!
Thank you! Still loving my Eddyline! I did find a clip on cup holder that fits almost all sizes. And yes the Adirondacks are a great area to explore….so many spots to hike, paddle and camp! I was actually interviewed over this review for Paddle Magazine….eddyline.com/blogs/news/still-the-one-a-five-year-review-on-the-sandpiper
Enjoyed your video. Went and visited the Eddyline website. Very nice kayaks. Someday it would certainly be nice to get one of these. At the present my husband and I would like to know if you had any suggestions for a beginner's canoe for two. We most likely will not do any carrying from one portage to another, just remain in one lake/pond. We won't need anything extravagant but would like something of decent quality that would keep us afloat 😊 Thank you.
So I have a tank of a canoe, been looking to get a lightweight kayak. Looked at the lightweight materials and I'm not going to spend 3 or 4 grand. Interested to know why you choose this brand? I hadn't heard of it and have been wanting a swift or northwind or something similar but too expensive. I might spring for a middle of the road one like this, granted $1,400 is a lot of money also. My tank of a canoe was $300 used, $500 after I added the trolling motor etc. I did screw some cupholders in mine lol. I also had a swifty, was a good starter for me. Ill have to check out eddyline, looks great!
Where in the Adirondacks? I used to go to Willsboro ALL THE time. Was married to a local girl up there. How does that hold up to bumping off of rocks. I paddle in Michigan now and the rivers can be shallow and we can end up bouncing of the bottom and rocks.
I’m in the north west Adirondacks, my daughter actually lives in Willsboro. I’ve been banged rocks, some stumps, and one time got stuck on a stump for the bottom of the kayak flexed pretty good, and that held up! I wouldn’t take it down rapids where you’re going to slam into rocks but scraping on a rock every now and then it’s held up pretty well.
My wife and I were debating the Pungo 120 and the Eddyline Skylark 12 and partially based on your review we pulled the trigger on a pair of Skylarks. Anxiously waiting delivery to the store in a week or so. Should be a good upgrade from our 10.5 foot rotomolded kayaks we bought from Costco 5+ years ago that have served us extremely well. Any good maps of easier to reach kayaking sites in the Adirondacks?
Congratulations! There is an app calling go paddling, that make it pretty easy to find boat launches or hand launches just by entering the town you want to go. The DEC has a list of launch sites, here’s a website that list many of them too. www.adirondackexperience.com/recreation/water-sports/boating/boat-launches
Thanks for this honest review. I recently went whitewater paddling in Taos, NM and the padding bug bit me really hard. I am taking my 3rd expedition in Browns Canyon on 8/19/23 in Buena Vista at River Runners in Colorado. I still think a Sea Eagle explorer 380 will b my 1st purchase. But I want a hard shell also, and I’m very impressed/interested in Eddyline’s boats. They seem like a dream boat, not to heavy, durable, and great looking. Your boat looks fantastic after 5 years, I am sold. My 1st hard shell will b an Eddyline. Thank you for your review 🤙😎
Your welcome! I’ve been pleased with my boat. Since this video a few more scratches have appeared and it’s still going strong. Very happy that the place I bought it from recommended and let me demo it. I was sold after paddling it. Thanks for watching!
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That kayak looks awesome for five years of hard use. Great long term testimony. Would love to paddle up there someday!
Adirondacks have great paddling areas throughout!! From day trips to week long trips! Everyday you can find a new area!!!
Paddling the ADK is awesome
Fantastic job! I was hesitant to watch the whole video but got stuck watching once I saw the honest, non-advertising review. Cheers!
@@soihavetoplay thank you….I will not endorse any product that tells me what to say in a video. All the products I mention in any of my videos I have bought or was given to me by a family member! Shelf 2 table freeze dried foods is the only product I endorse because the owner of the company has always told me to be honest in my review!
Very well done, Thank You.
@@damagedtile Thank you for watching
Nice
I like their boats as they are light and looks good; Like you I am a BIG guy, so the weight limit on the boat has to be up there. I've never fished from a kayak, but I would love to fish out of one.
@@jeromehebert3184 it’s been a good boat…..I don’t fish much so I can’t help you there.
We had a customer leave bug spray in a hatch for a winter and it leaked out. That bug spray melted a hole though the kayak!
Ouch!!
Wow! 😳
I miss the Adirondacks. So gorgeous.
It is!!
15min mark is helping me make decision between pungo and eddyline... Now not sure if I should go with sandpiper or skyler :)
@@MyBlissfulEscapes Go to a dealer that will let you try both…..that’ll help with the decision!
I have two sandpiper 130s. Just bought them! One for me one for wife. Looking forward to using them! Going to get 120 for daughter. Thanks for your video!
@@MarkReynolds-z1v Thank you for watching!!
Looks pretty dang shiny to my eyes...
I am glad to hear about your longevity with it, as I am looking to invest in one for myself in the future. Appreciate the info and review!
@@chrispetersen4863 Thank You for watching
Still watching the vid so pardon my second comment, correct, the price is $1,800 now. Ouch
I figured it would be more now!!!
@@ADKMan yeah craziness going on. Stay outside and stay safe brother.
@@DeMarcheAdventures You too!!!
Great review!!! I just bought my first kayak and went with the Eddyline Carribean 12FS angler. Can’t wait to get it on the water. I’m like you…I plan to use it and I’m sure there will be dings and scratches. Great to hear how well it holds up!!
Thank you, you’ll love it. Mines been a really good kayak. Happy paddling!!
Nice. I've been thinking of one of these. Testing it one next week.
They are nice kayaks!!
In the last clip you're out on the water without your PFD on. Should always be worn ADK.
I have address this concern before! My choice to wear or not to wear!
Thank you! So glad you mentioned the Pungo because I've pretty much narrowed it down to the Pungo 120 or 125 and the Sandpiper. I'd like the Sandpiper 130, but I do NOT like the seat they use. So, I'd have to go with the Sandpiper 120. Just so you know, your kayak (in the video) looks every bit as good as the other ones you mentioned. I wouldn't have noticed any of the scuffs and dings you mentioned if you hadn't done a close-up. I'll bet those others might have marks of a well-used craft as well. Thanks for the review. I love seeing how well it held up. It's a huge chunk of change to throw down if it ended up being a piece of crap. P.S. I totally support the need for a deck tray or at the very least...a cup holder. So many companies put them at the base of the seat between the legs. Seems like a no-brainer for an almost $2K (as of 2023) kayak.
Glad I could help with your decision!! I just got back from a weekend of paddling!! I very much think you'll be happy with the Sandpiper! If you are on Facebook there is a Eddyline Owners page for more info. facebook.com/groups/eddylineownersgroup
@@ADKMan Thanks! I will check that out.
I wish the Sandpiper 130 were available with a seat like the 120's.
thank you...i've got a beat up, poly-ethylene 'yak that I really love...but, I'd love to get something less heavy to tote around. Been thinking about the Equinox or Sitka...but, frankly, your comments on the sandpiper are turning my head. all the best...and, thanks for that nice reminder at the end...we don't have any guaranteed time in this world. i've wasted too much of it already. but, i've never regretted time on the water. (for one thing, I usually have one or both of my daughters with me, which makes the worlds best water activity even better). keep the shiny side up, and enjoy! And again...thank you!
Your welcome
Excellent, informative review, I just realized I viewed your original video years ago. Now as a kayaker looking for a lighter 12' kayak, with two bulkheads, your Five Year Review makes the Sandpiper 120 sound very tempting.
Great 5 year review ADK man! I feel better now investing $1900 (CDN) in my new Skylark . Totally agree and wish that eddyline had a place for knick/knacks - I ended up getting a gear lab deck pod to store essential gear.
Thanks for watching and you’ll love your Eddyline
I wish Eddyline made it so you could use a dashboard like on my Pungo 120. My next boat is going to be either an Eddyline or a Tsunami 165. Try fitting a Pungo dashboard to it.
I actually had the president of Eddyline Kayaks reach out to me to tell me they are considering a dashboard. He didn’t say when…but with their recent move to another state I’m guessing it won’t be anytime soon.
@@ADKMan Cool. Yeah. The dashboard on my Pungo 120 is the bomb. I would not go without it. Have you ever Kayaked in the Catskills? We will be there over 4th of July week
@@groovymoon The closest I’ve been is down in Chenango County, Bowman Lake!
Good review, my man! I'm glad you still like it. I'm eyeing up the Sitka LT right now - they're well worth the money. I've been paddling my 12' Perception for 20+ years and it's certainly time to upgrade.
Regarding a cup holder, Contigo makes great spill proof travel mugs that don't break the bank. It'll certainly work for your morning coffee (I watched your 1 year review), but maybe not for those sunset brews.
New subscriber! Adirondacks are beautiful, but I don't get up there nearly enough (I live in NJ). You're a good reminder to check them out!
Thank you! Still loving my Eddyline! I did find a clip on cup holder that fits almost all sizes. And yes the Adirondacks are a great area to explore….so many spots to hike, paddle and camp! I was actually interviewed over this review for Paddle Magazine….eddyline.com/blogs/news/still-the-one-a-five-year-review-on-the-sandpiper
@@ADKMan Good to hear! I'll check out the interview!
Enjoyed your video. Went and visited the Eddyline website. Very nice kayaks. Someday it would certainly be nice to get one of these. At the present my husband and I would like to know if you had any suggestions for a beginner's canoe for two. We most likely will not do any carrying from one portage to another, just remain in one lake/pond. We won't need anything extravagant but would like something of decent quality that would keep us afloat 😊 Thank you.
I know some folks who swear by their Old Town canoes. I’ve never owned one but they love them. Made well, comfortable and durable!
@@ADKMan thank you very much
So I have a tank of a canoe, been looking to get a lightweight kayak. Looked at the lightweight materials and I'm not going to spend 3 or 4 grand. Interested to know why you choose this brand? I hadn't heard of it and have been wanting a swift or northwind or something similar but too expensive. I might spring for a middle of the road one like this, granted $1,400 is a lot of money also. My tank of a canoe was $300 used, $500 after I added the trolling motor etc. I did screw some cupholders in mine lol. I also had a swifty, was a good starter for me. Ill have to check out eddyline, looks great!
When I went shopping, I never heard of Eddyline either….but after paddling it, it cut through the water nice, great balance and turning was easy.
@@ADKMan So true! Coming from a Advance Element inflatable kayak is like night and day!
Where in the Adirondacks? I used to go to Willsboro ALL THE time. Was married to a local girl up there. How does that hold up to bumping off of rocks. I paddle in Michigan now and the rivers can be shallow and we can end up bouncing of the bottom and rocks.
I’m in the north west Adirondacks, my daughter actually lives in Willsboro. I’ve been banged rocks, some stumps, and one time got stuck on a stump for the bottom of the kayak flexed pretty good, and that held up! I wouldn’t take it down rapids where you’re going to slam into rocks but scraping on a rock every now and then it’s held up pretty well.
My wife and I were debating the Pungo 120 and the Eddyline Skylark 12 and partially based on your review we pulled the trigger on a pair of Skylarks. Anxiously waiting delivery to the store in a week or so. Should be a good upgrade from our 10.5 foot rotomolded kayaks we bought from Costco 5+ years ago that have served us extremely well. Any good maps of easier to reach kayaking sites in the Adirondacks?
Congratulations! There is an app calling go paddling, that make it pretty easy to find boat launches or hand launches just by entering the town you want to go. The DEC has a list of launch sites, here’s a website that list many of them too. www.adirondackexperience.com/recreation/water-sports/boating/boat-launches
Thanks for this honest review. I recently went whitewater paddling in Taos, NM and the padding bug bit me really hard. I am taking my 3rd expedition in Browns Canyon on 8/19/23 in Buena Vista at River Runners in Colorado. I still think a Sea Eagle explorer 380 will b my 1st purchase. But I want a hard shell also, and I’m very impressed/interested in Eddyline’s boats. They seem like a dream boat, not to heavy, durable, and great looking. Your boat looks fantastic after 5 years, I am sold. My 1st hard shell will b an Eddyline. Thank you for your review 🤙😎
Your welcome! I’ve been pleased with my boat. Since this video a few more scratches have appeared and it’s still going strong. Very happy that the place I bought it from recommended and let me demo it. I was sold after paddling it. Thanks for watching!