Hey folks, after 50 days straight of rain in the midwest, I finally got a chance to take my Dirigo out on its maiden voyage (for me). We paddled a lake in Illinois, with all different kinds of conditions, placid, wind, wakes. I found the boat to be extremely stable, I like the big cockpit, and the way it follows your lead. Thats the good news...not a big fan of having to fight it to go straight on calm water, so I see adding a "custom made" skeg on the stern when I paint it and repair the leak. This boat is a good feeling ride, I was able to keep up with the other kayakers, and it may be a contender for my Alaskan trip (after modification). When is the Dirigo kayak club convention coming up, Pres?