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igotswansons · 07-05-2011, 09:36 PM

thanks for the input guys. I understand tracking and speed are compromised but how dramatic is this compared to a 12' (a Cobra FnD for example). I've heard those are pretty slow as well. I've read the Mini X is pretty stable too. If one was to compare the speed of Mini X vs. a Stealth 12 or a FnD, what would the speeds be with the same amount of energy exerted? If the difference were significant, I would be convinced to go with a larger yak since I want to be able to cover the amount of water associated with inshore/kelp fishing.

07-05-2011, 09:36 PM	#4
igotswansons Junior Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 5	thanks for the input guys. I understand tracking and speed are compromised but how dramatic is this compared to a 12' (a Cobra FnD for example). I've heard those are pretty slow as well. I've read the Mini X is pretty stable too. If one was to compare the speed of Mini X vs. a Stealth 12 or a FnD, what would the speeds be with the same amount of energy exerted? If the difference were significant, I would be convinced to go with a larger yak since I want to be able to cover the amount of water associated with inshore/kelp fishing.