tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post2695455848339578912..comments2023-10-30T06:44:15.936-04:00Comments on ~StreamSide Tales~: Sun Dolphin Kayak Experienced Review~doubletaperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16408650340173243679noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post-36825647442637159152019-08-30T08:56:43.095-04:002019-08-30T08:56:43.095-04:00I would try sealing them also. I would think if th...I would try sealing them also. I would think if the scupper holes were leaking water it would seep through when the Yak is on dry land if there is water in the hull. Raise the Yak on each side and see if water is leaking. ~doubletaperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16408650340173243679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post-3091805281479594652019-08-27T22:04:09.943-04:002019-08-27T22:04:09.943-04:00I bought my ss10 about a month ago and had it on t...I bought my ss10 about a month ago and had it on the water once.the lake,no problems with stability,but had a huge water issue,have since filled it with water and no leaks in the botto,only thing I can figure is the scupper holes letting water in,and then all of the unsealed plugs in the cockpit leaking,am gonna silicone all the screws and rod holders and try it again.was happy with overall performance,with the exception of the water,I’ll try and follow up after the attempted repair,thanks and happy yakkingAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04927430360872581007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post-34855445039798359442018-01-10T16:25:08.313-05:002018-01-10T16:25:08.313-05:00I sold my Sun Dolphin last spring and bought an As...I sold my Sun Dolphin last spring and bought an Ascend FS12T from Bass Pro. I wanted more space, increased stability, and a comfortable seat. The FS12T gave me all 3. The Sun Dolphin was a nice kayak, but I like the additional advantages of the Ascend. It does weigh a lot more so if being light weight is a large factor the Sun Dolphin may be right for you.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01424556029362549560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post-77682909337950952062016-09-22T07:27:45.218-04:002016-09-22T07:27:45.218-04:00Aleman, Glad to hear you're happy with the kay...Aleman, Glad to hear you're happy with the kayak and your positive review.I use scupper plugs for all the scupper holes. I carry a sponge with the kayak just in case i do get water in but so far i haven't been caught in the rain. ~jerry ~doubletaperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16408650340173243679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post-16282347034766105522016-09-21T12:32:46.926-04:002016-09-21T12:32:46.926-04:00I have now used my Sun Dolphin Journey 10SS on at ...I have now used my Sun Dolphin Journey 10SS on at least 10 occasions and have been happy with the Kayak. It does not track as well as a longer kayak but it is 10' and light, so did not expect a lot tracking wise. It does track good in moving water, both with and against the current. once I got used to sitting up higher, it is a sit on top, it is stable, never posed a problem. As for water in the little "water tight" container, I sealed around the container and have never had any problems with water inside it. I keep my flip phone and wallet inside this container, never any water. Also no water inside the hull of the kayak, sealed everything attached and any through holes and it has not leaked a drop. Also, sealed the scupper holes by the seat and left the front ones open. No water problem or wet butt. All in all, this has been a good experience for me and a purchase I am happy with.Alemannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post-65710836863336805662016-05-05T21:25:51.520-04:002016-05-05T21:25:51.520-04:00No sand that i know of. I would think that it migh...No sand that i know of. I would think that it might be plastic shavings from the holes they drilled in the kayak for the rod holders and such. There are drain plugs on each end of the kayak. I would open these up and turn the kayak over to see if something comes out. Either that or unscrew the rod holder screws and pop the holder out. You should be able to see inside. <br /> ~doubletaperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16408650340173243679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post-10401797212136848082016-05-05T16:21:55.206-04:002016-05-05T16:21:55.206-04:00Just got mine today. Thanks for your review. Is th...Just got mine today. Thanks for your review. Is there supposed to be something in the kayak like sand? When I pick up one end it sounds like sand is moving around. I'm not sure about this or how to see it.TooteFruitehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13137983377745812846noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post-22295148051868198402016-04-12T11:49:05.622-04:002016-04-12T11:49:05.622-04:00Drew - Do you own one of these? If you do, what i...Drew - Do you own one of these? If you do, what is your experience with these. The reviews from actual users or people who actually have some used these over time seem to be favorable. Just looking for additional opinions. Thanks!Alemannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post-5654376062595074382016-04-01T18:56:58.123-04:002016-04-01T18:56:58.123-04:00 I could only let people know what I felt from my ... I could only let people know what I felt from my point of view. For the short time I have had it I put it through some different situations and it was satisfactory for me. Hope your new Kayak serves you well.~doubletaperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16408650340173243679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post-54989087700130010972016-04-01T12:13:43.706-04:002016-04-01T12:13:43.706-04:00Just read both of your reviews and THANKS. My Sun...Just read both of your reviews and THANKS. My Sun Dolphin Journey 10SS arrives tomorrow. I read so many reviews with both great reviews and poor reviews that I was really nervous about this purchase. Those were usually from store on-line reviews and believe some people had agendas. Yours I felt was totally hones and provided some great feedback. I feel better about the purchase. Thanks!Alemannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post-61606818746102842342015-12-16T00:58:45.768-05:002015-12-16T00:58:45.768-05:00Stake out pole sounds like a good idea and a broom...Stake out pole sounds like a good idea and a broom handle sounds like an easy and inexpensive way to go. thanks.~doubletaperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16408650340173243679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7000010667596066885.post-22959806526712621912015-12-15T21:41:54.135-05:002015-12-15T21:41:54.135-05:00I can't see my words as I write t his...excuse...I can't see my words as I write t his...excuse the typos. I thiink this is a great review. I I was just talking to someone in AR about this exact kayak. T Something else to consider in shallow water is a stake out pole. I use a broom stick for th thru th escupper hololes in shallow water. Works great and hold well. I Welcome to the kayak world. looknfishyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02007478861031562900noreply@blogger.com