Its very easy to paddle and get used to, ive used in on weirs and holes, man made courses and natural rivers. Its fantastic for surfing and hole play and feels really well balanced. I learnt to cartwheel in this and it only took a couple of hours (id been trying in my old riot for months!) dispite my size and weight, its actually quite a snug fit and doesnt feel like a constant uphill battle to move.

in all, its a very good boat and i wont be selling it anytime soon! ive paddled a few playboats and this is by far the best for me!