After getting the bugs out from my purchase in July of 2018 of the Norse Freyja Carbon boat I am so happy to tell anyone who will listen that this is simply the best kayak I have ever paddled. I am 5'1'' and weigh 100 lbs and this kayak fits me like a glove and can handle much taller and heavier paddlers I am sure. 18 feet long, hard to believe I control it and it not me lol. Tracks really well, packed easy for a 9 night trip in 2019, handles big water, waves and wind perfectly. Rudder is easy to get up and down, 44 lbs, love the hatch covers, so beautiful and comfortable. I easily keep up with my husband in his Norse Bylgja.