My kayak is a 12' Ascend Hybrid. I chose this because I wanted a fishing and water fowl hunting kayak. I like this because it is a site-in kayak so it can handle some light rapids. Ive used it on the Juanita River in PA and the Potomac River in MD. This kayak does everything I need when carrying decoys and all accessories needed when hunting. My friends call this the barge and they love how easy it is to use. I wouldn't want to paddle up stream too far in it but it drafts nicely. Its got lots of room for fishing and carrying enough for a weekend float trip. Best thing is that I can get a boat blind that's made by Redhead specifically made for this kayak.