The tester I've been kayaking for a couple of years, mostly class II and classIII. My wife also has been kayaking for about 3 years. We currently own 3 other whitewater kayaks. Test environment Flat water up to class III. Review We wanted an all around kayak that could cruise on flat water and handle everything up to class III. After seeing the Approach 10.0 and trying it out, we were sold. There is a HUGE amount of space in the cockpit. My wife (115 lbs) and I (170 lbs.) both fit easily. In fact it took her a while to get used to the large size. She is so light she easily glides over everything that we have come up with so far. This kayak is very forgiving. However, I do find it more difficult to roll than our other whitewater kayaks (Liquid Logic Little Joe, Perception Blaze, Dagger Vengeance). The area in the rear is perfect for storing gear. Plus you...