2026-09-03 Hurricane Osprey 120 First Paddle

I purchased my Eddyline Sitka LT kayak in April of 2024, and enjoyed paddling it for the past three summer seasons. I loved the boat, it’s was wonderful to paddle, lightweight, fast, and capable of carrying a lot of camping gear. But next month I will be seventy-two years old, and have been having increasing difficulty getting in and out of the Sitka. So, I made the difficult decision to sell it and purchase a new boat. Just wanted a boat that I could easily take a few miles to the local lake or river for a few hours of peaceful paddling. This video describes why I chose the Hurricane Osprey 120, and shows my first time out on the water with it. CAMERA/VIDEO EQUIPMENT GoPro 11 RAM Tough-Pole 24-inch Camera Mount POST-PRODUCTION Focusrite Scarlett Solo audio interface Rode PodMic Sony MDR7506 Headphones Movavi Video Suite software Samson Technologies MBA26 Microphone Boom Arm SAFETY Road ID emergency information bracelet Artex Personal Locator Beacon NRS Odyssey PFD Sunday Afternoons Ultra-Adventure Sun Hat MDSolarSciences Mineral Moisture Defense SPF 50 Sunscreen for Body and Face KAYAK, MISC. Hurricane Osprey 120 Eddyline Sitka LT Aqua Bound Tetra Bent Shaft 220cm Wilderness Systems Tarpon 220 to 240 Malone Ecolight Trailer with homemade PVC pipe bunks I am also an author of a series of memoir books, available from Amazon in paperback, Kindle e-book, and some as audiobooks. These brief narratives describe events from my youth, college years, career, and current-day life in retirement ranging from flipping baseball cards, the arrival of the ice cream man on the street, observations of the natural world, and contemplating what is true and meaningful in this life. All are thoroughly enjoyable, relaxing and insightful reading. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08M8DS4QM My trips, equipment, and videos are not sponsored by any manufacturer or person, nor have I received gifts or products for review. Most of the items shown in the video are available from Amazon or directly from the manufacturer. None of the content of this video was generated, improved, or suggested by artificial intelligence. The contents of this video are the expression of the creator's thoughts, opinions, photographs, videos, and present recollections recreated from memory of experiences over time, and do not necessarily reflect those of YouTube or any other parties associated with its publication. The author and publisher make no representations or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information, and assume no liability for any loss or damage caused by the use of the information contained in this video. The contents of this video are for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be interpreted as professional advice. It is highly recommended that professional training be taken before and professional guides be used while pursuing any watersports or other activity portrayed in this video. The viewer should not consider this video anything other than a work of entertainment. The author and publisher are not responsible for any actions taken as a result of watching this video. Please use caution and seek professional advice before acting on any information contained in this video