Im an inch taller and 5 lbs heavier. I would get the larger size. I find that creek boats paddle best when not over-burdened with weight.
I just checked specs on that 8.1, Sounds fine to me. I'm assuming you're a strong 150 lbs... if so I think 8.1 would not feel too big at all.
I never felt like my old stomper 80 was too big for me, and like i said: 5'9" 155 lb.
Im not a super hardcore paddler. I generally take the far right line around Vs. So perhaps my opinion isnt worth much.
happy paddling,
mac cooper
I just checked specs on that 8.1, Sounds fine to me. I'm assuming you're a strong 150 lbs... if so I think 8.1 would not feel too big at all.
I never felt like my old stomper 80 was too big for me, and like i said: 5'9" 155 lb.
Im not a super hardcore paddler. I generally take the far right line around Vs. So perhaps my opinion isnt worth much.
happy paddling,
mac cooper