Sterling’s Kayaks Illusion Review Part 1

I recently purchased a new boat.  I’ve been talking about getting it for a while and it is so nice to finally have it.  Above is my new Sterling’s Kayaks Illusion.  So here are some of my thoughts and opinions.

Obviously I love this boat.  Why else would I have worked two jobs just to pay for one?

The boat is an example of the finest craftsmanship around.  Sterling takes pride in his product like nobody I’ve ever seen.  He is always working to improve his product.  So what would I change if I could?  ABSOLUTELY NOTHING!  It looks geat, handles great, rolls great, and is full of great features.  So here is a run down:

Length 17 feet

Width 21.5 inches

Joe Greenly Custom Foam Seat

Sea Dog hatches

Round Front Hatch 10 inch

Round Day Hatch 7 inch

Oval Rear Hatch

Skeg (one of the deepest out there)

Recessed Deck Fittings

Under Deck Pump Holder

Radiused Cockpit Coaming (Great for layback rolls)

Sterling took the expertise of several paddlers in the design process.  Most notably George Gronseth from the Kayak Academy.  Numerous changes were made during the design process until the boat was just right.  “Performanced Tuned By George Gronseth” is how they are labeled and who better to help design a boat.  George is a leader in kayaking that teaches what works.  He has a wealth of knowledge and experience that is very admirable.

On the way to Chuckanut Bay

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