Thanks for the recommendation. I'll pick one up.
The kayak we chose - even being a tandem - takes suprisingly little air/energy/work. The 2 main tube chambers take maybe 90 seconds total. The spray skirts, etc... (4 chambers total) take just 1 full pump each with the "double action" pump.
Great tip on the repair kit. Ours came with one, but of course is missing a few "real experience" items. I will add to it for sure.
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Enjoy the "Ridiculous History" episode. It was a fun listen.
Speaking of the world warming up, once I finished that episode on my hike I switched to this Joe Rogan episode which was terrific! His guest - Adam Frank - was passionate & engaging. Language alert for Joe's podcast however!