: While this is certainly true, most of the maneuverability of a surf boat is
: due to it's short length. Would you rather a 40# 12' boat or a 30# 17'
: boat?
: The hull design is also key. For example, Nick's 18' Night Heron is much more
: maneuverable than most of the 15'-16' boats I've paddled. The 19', 65#+
: fiberglass Recluse that I used to own was much easier to turn than my 40#
: skin boat. It seems to me that weight is really a secondary consideration
: in the maneuverablity of a kayak.
I think Tim's example was all other things being equal...radically changing rocker or length throws the weight consideration out the window. Now you're comparing apples and bananas.
Another variable is how it may be loaded. A couple of litre water bottles can throw out all your lightweight kayak swing weight advantages.
That's why we all pack our heavy water right behind the seat, right? 
Shawn
