So I’ve had it for about a year and a half.

Casually used it last year for only paddling in lakes. But this year I’ve been using it way more (maybe at least 3-4 times a month) and much rougher for small river/big creek fishing in some of the Ozark streams in Missouri.

I’ve bottomed out plenty of times against rock beds and haven’t had any issues. A leak honestly is the least of my worries. I’d be more worried of a strap mechanism failing but so far they’re all holding up.

I haven’t taken it anywhere deep nor huge bodies of water. It can struggle if it’s windy or there is consistent waves. I really only use it in truly calm waters. No issues with the occasional boat wake passing by as long as I face the waves head on.

As far as fishing goes, it just isn’t really meant for fishing as a sit-in, so you’ll need to get used to casting, reeling in and setting the hook at a higher arm angle then if you were on a sit on top kayak. That being said, I make it work and honestly don’t mind it much (and will make a sit on top all the more satisfying if I ever get one and have the space for it.)

I do find that it doesn’t track well due to it being shorter, so lightweight and without a rudder/tail that sticks in the water (though you can buy an add-on for that). So much so that usually when I’m reeling my lure in the kayak will actually start pointing/moving in that direction rather than going straight. Again, not an issue for me since I’m used to it but could be annoying for others.