I hate giving this kayak four stars because it should be five. Wonderful kayak for an intermediate paddler or anyone slim and fit. I'm portly+short, so more challenging but not an issue. I own a Hobie iTrek that's too wide to paddle. This is not old-fashioned inflatable, but a new gen of lightweight, real boats. I often go solo on lakes and gentle rivers. Easy transport with some basic kayak wheels. I leave it inflated all the time. I use with/without the skeg--tracking still good without. Five stars for customer service (best I've ever experienced), having an inflatable boat you can drag around and paddle due to its weight/width, happiness generated once you get over the fear of it tipping (it probably won't). One star: the seat! This could be a great seat with a gel interior but it's hard as a rock. Also, add just a few rings to hook gear on, lock it up. I love this boat with a 2"-3" gel cushion + back brace it works. Any more height, it feels unstable. With adjustments, I strongly recommend boat.