Native Ultimate 14.5' Opinions?

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Native Ultimate 14.5' Opinions?

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I've been looking at one as an upgrade to my aging jury-rigged Perception boat. It's kind of a hybrid, but I like the flat, open layout.
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I love mine.

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I happened upon a pretty sweet deal on one. Probably going to pull the trigger on it this weekend.
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I have had a 12 & 14.5 I love mine. Lots of room. Would suggest a good sponge is all. Get paddle clips so you are able to leave your paddle outside of the boat. That will cut down on the water getting in.

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My current ride is an old Perception 14 footer that I basically rigged out myself

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It's FAST, but you can hardly turn around without almost tipping and if one of the 4 scuppers pop out, you are balls deep in water the rest of the trip. I fished it for almost 2 years in salt water, so when I go to a more stable boat, it's gonna be nice.
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If I were you i would look into the commander from wilderness systems. I wanted to by the ultimate as well but you can upgrade your commander for less. It comes with a slide track system, a couple different places to sit, and I'm pretty sure the design is a tad more closed in than the ultimate for splashing around, also the spray skirts are cheaper too.
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