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Old 10-15-2008, 08:49 AM   #1
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Prowler Trident 13 vs the 15

has anyone paddled both and has an opinion about the differences? I'm considering one of these as my next addition, and I'm drawn to the compactness of the 13, as it has all the same features as the 15. the only visual difference is a slightly stubbier and shorter foredeck and tail - storage looks about identical...

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Old 10-15-2008, 09:17 AM   #2
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They are both great boats. If you are going longer distances go with the 15. Essentially the tracking and speed was the only real difference I have noticed. Also the forward deck on the 13 is slightly changed, I dont think it is better or worse though, just different.
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Old 10-15-2008, 10:26 AM   #3
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What CJ said about is very true. A 15 foot boat will track and glide better on long distance paddleing. The shorter boat will handle better in the surf. I have an older p-13 and Im happy with its performance (Ocean and Bay). I do notice that when Im paddleing with people in bigger boats they seem move a little more gracefully. On the flip side while fishing in tighter spaces, I have a slight advantage.

My recomendation is that if you are going to fish primarly in the ocean covering long distances go bigger.
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Old 10-15-2008, 11:30 AM   #4
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90% of my fishing is within 2 miles of launch and 90% of my launches are through surf 1-3' (the good part about living in the shadow of the channel islands). Sounds like the 13 might be the way to go... (plus it comes in camo...)
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Old 10-15-2008, 04:56 PM   #5
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I now have the older model p-13 and had the older model p-15 before that. The p-13 is more stable than the old style p-15 but does not paddle as well. I am able to load my p-13 on top of my honda accord with no problem and that is the main reason that I switched. Overall I am very happy with the p-13.
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