🚣Rescued a Wilderness Zephyr 160 and a Venture Islay kayak from Facebook Marketplace at a great price.
🔧Cleaned up the kayaks and made some modifications to improve their performance.
🌊Took the Wilderness Zephyr 160 for a paddle and found it to be stable and easy to maneuver.
🌅Enjoyed a sunset paddle with my parents at Whiskey Town Lake, appreciating the beauty of nature.
🏞️Explored the beaches and shoreline of Whiskey Town Lake, discovering hidden gems.
How did you find the kayaks on Facebook Marketplace?
—I regularly browse Facebook Marketplace for kayak deals and stumbled upon these two kayaks that were being sold at a very low price.
What modifications did you make to the kayaks?
—I cleaned them up and replaced old bungee cords. I also added deck lines and Whirlpool bars for better functionality.
How did the Wilderness Zephyr 160 perform on the water?
—The Wilderness Zephyr 160 was stable and easy to maneuver. It handled well, especially in calm waters.
Did you encounter any challenges during the rescue mission?
—The kayaks were stored in the garage and had some spider webs and dead spiders. I had to clean them thoroughly before taking them out on the water.
What was the highlight of your kayak adventure with your parents?
—Paddling with my parents at Whiskey Town Lake and enjoying the sunset together was the highlight. It was a special moment to spend quality time with them in such a beautiful setting.
00:00I found two kayaks, a Wilderness Zephyr 160 and a Venture Islay, on Facebook Marketplace.
02:44I cleaned up and made modifications to the kayaks to improve their performance.
06:22Took the Wilderness Zephyr 160 for a paddle and found it to be stable and easy to maneuver.
08:52Enjoyed a sunset paddle with my parents at Whiskey Town Lake, appreciating the beauty of nature.
10:33Explored the beaches and shoreline of Whiskey Town Lake, discovering hidden gems.
