Newbie looking for advice

[ems_yakker]

Welcome To the boards,

The prowler 15 is a great choice in boat. I tried the prowler 15 and the prowler 13, decided to go with the prowler 13. I am not that tall and my weight is under 180LBS. I have not seen the need for a rudder and most people that I know that own Prowler 15's or 13's do not have a rudder on their boats, I guess it is a matter of personal choice.

when it comes to selecting a paddle, you may want to go to the warner paddle website, they have a paddle selection guide to help you choose the paddle that is best for you. I know some people talk about Ono paddles and swear by them, I had a warner paddle until I left it behind, now someone is enjoying my paddle. Anyways good luck with your boat and which ever paddle you coose to purchase.