If I still fit my kayak, I would use it... kinda out grew it in high school, sadly. Trying to cram 6'5" in an Aquaterra Spectrum S just doesn't really work... last time I tried it, I went for one of those unintended swims you mentioned. Sand Harbor in Tahoe is very nice to look at, but a bit on the chilly side if you aren't planning on being in it.

My Truck: 1987 XtraCab DLX 22R 4WD 5 Speed Manual
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"Speed has never killed anyone. Suddenly becoming stationary, that's what gets you." -Jeremy Clarkson