I realize Starrk Moon is located in Pennsylvania but I made the trek from MD to Eastern PA for work yesterday, and couldnt get back to Annapolis in time to take the PA out for a dip, so I decided to search out a kayak dealer on my route back home. Landed at Starrk Moon, located in Delta PA. I've seen some of their online classified listings over the past few years, so I figured i'd stop by. They are located at the end of a gravel road, short distance from the bank of the Susquehanna River, website is www.starrkmoon.us The owner is a VERY interesting fellow, think 70s hipster white-water rapids extraordinaire. We talked about the West Virginia white-water practice center (I visited last summer) and he reminisced about his youth in 1995 when there was no foundation, and he was leading clinics of interested youth. Unfortunately he is no longer a Hobie dealer, so he didn't have any accessories I was specifically looking for. We talked briefly while another guy had loaded a Jackson (Big Tuna?) and another smaller yak, he is a dealer for FeelFree, Piranha, OP&H, and Venture Kayaks. He also had Perception and some LiquidLogic's along with various other yaks and even a wooden yak, not sure if they were trade-in or in for repair? His main focus for the SOT fishing platform is the FeelFree Lure series 11.5 & 13.5, which is the most popular seller. He had two of each of the 11.5 (Blue Camo & Pin Camo) and one 13.5 (Desert Camo), and also a BigFish 120, I didn't check the colour scheme. I personally know the FeelFree boats have significantly gained popularity over the past two years for their fore-front design, and price-point. He echoed that statement, saying he's heard FeelFree have outsold Wilderness 10:1 at recent boat/kayak shows. I do think the integrated rear wheel in the Lure is a game changer, as well as the moulded in handles for ease of handling. He spoke very highly of the Susquehanna Fishing Club (and I know some of you here are members) and thanked you for the revived tournament level fishing of the Susquehanna River.
He also has a lifesize Tyrannasourus Rex, so be prepared when you arrive...
He also has a lifesize Tyrannasourus Rex, so be prepared when you arrive...
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