08-01-2010, 05:47 PM
[cool][#0000ff]If budget is not a major concern I can almost guarantee you will be happier with the Fat Cat. It has a slightly longer front portion, bigger and better pockets, a better valve and urethane bladder. You can carry more gear out with you comfortably and you have more storage in both the pockets and the space behind the seat.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]The way I rationalize something like that is to estimate how many years I will be using it and how many potential trips. Divide the difference in cost by the number of trips and you will see how much more you are spending on an average trip to get the bigger craft. Chances are you spend a lot more on other less essential things on each trip. And aren't you and your enjoyment worth that small amount extra?[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Check eBay. Usually some good deals if you get lucky and the timing is right.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]The way I rationalize something like that is to estimate how many years I will be using it and how many potential trips. Divide the difference in cost by the number of trips and you will see how much more you are spending on an average trip to get the bigger craft. Chances are you spend a lot more on other less essential things on each trip. And aren't you and your enjoyment worth that small amount extra?[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Check eBay. Usually some good deals if you get lucky and the timing is right.[/#0000ff]
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