The Pungo is a punGO!

So finally on Friday, the freight truck finally found my house (well, after he called me and asked for directions). I worked at home that day to make sure I had the ability to intercept the pungo. There was no way I was going to miss it and have to reschedule a delivery. I worked all day at home and when I was off of work, that is when the pungo arrived. It was cold, and windy, but the driver was kind enough to give me plenty of time to open the pungo and inspect it for defects, etc. His name was Jeff, and apparently he delivered right down the road to me several times.

We chit chatted as I opened the extremely well wrapped Kayak. I started with the bottom hull and checked for any dents, holes, and blatant punctures in the plastic. Much to my relief, no sign of damage on the bottom. Now, some might think since it is a new kayak, that no damage should be present, but when i purchased this yak, i got a message from the place that sold it to me, encouraging me to open the package and inspect it because they have had several with damage lately. I just knew that was going to be the one i had, a damaged one. I was wrong. Thankfully. I then turned the kayak over and inspected the orbix hatches to make sure they locked and opened. All was well, the seat was in good shape, though one of the bunjie cords had the hook tip broken off, but that was no reason to send her back!

So, I signed the delivery ticket and claimed my new Wilderness Systems Pungo 140. I did get to take it out for a VERY short trip, but I need quite a bit more water time to get a good idea of how the yak handles. I'm excited to have it, glad the wait is over, and I don't have to sweat whether or not I was going to get a damaged one or not! I do have some concerns about the boat, but it could be in my head, so i'll report on that after i get some more water time.