Here are my thoughts on the Scorpio LV, I've been using it over the last twelve months.
Speed
The Scorpio LV is definitely one of the fastest plastic boats I've paddled, there very little flex in the narrow hull and I'd have thought it would match the speed of many wider glass boats. With a slightly shorter waterline it's a little slower than the Quest LV but noticeably fast than the Atlantic LV I've just purchased.
Stability
The Scorpio LV is definitely one of the fastest plastic boats I've paddled, there very little flex in the narrow hull and I'd have thought it would match the speed of many wider glass boats. With a slightly shorter waterline it's a little slower than the Quest LV but noticeably fast than the Atlantic LV I've just purchased.
Stability
Inital Stability
The initial stability is excellent and is in a different league to the Quest LV. Sitting in the boat in choppy water is a breeze. It's initial stability inspires confidence and make you more comfortable in confused water.
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| P&H Scorpio LV next to the Quest LV |
Secondary stability
The secondary stability is a defined solid edge which makes making tight turns easy, even in rougher water. Once on the edge it's easy to hold throughout the turn, allowing you to concentrate on you strokes.
Performance in wind
Performance in wind is dependent on whether you deploy the skeg. Empty and without the skeg the boat does weather cock quite badly, however unlike the Quest LV the skeg is very effective. The model I have has the mk1 P&H cord skeg which initially proved to stiff to use, however in there credit P&H have replaced the skeg fin with a narrowed version which has made its function relatively smooth.
Fit and comfort
When I first took the boat over from my girlfriend I really struggled to get comfortable and had problems with numb legs and pins and needles. After a few torturous trips and advise on the internet I decided to removed the EVA foam moulding from the seat. The instantly changed to boat and dramatically improved the comfort and also slightly improved the stability. I'd defiantly recommend doing this, it instantly improved the boat for me. I other main fit issue I should mention is that it's foot area is quite cramped so if you're over size 9.5 you might struggle will bulky footwear.
Fit and comfort
When I first took the boat over from my girlfriend I really struggled to get comfortable and had problems with numb legs and pins and needles. After a few torturous trips and advise on the internet I decided to removed the EVA foam moulding from the seat. The instantly changed to boat and dramatically improved the comfort and also slightly improved the stability. I'd defiantly recommend doing this, it instantly improved the boat for me. I other main fit issue I should mention is that it's foot area is quite cramped so if you're over size 9.5 you might struggle will bulky footwear.
Other issues
The general construction/finishing seems very good and the plastic seems very tough and resilient to scratching. It has the capability to take a rudder if required.
Good points
Great stability, speed, acceleration, dry hatches and general good quality.
Disadvantages
A little cramped in the foot area. Seat not comfortable until the foam pad is removed. The mk1 skeg fitted to my boat is stiff and awkward to use in the cold.
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| P&H MK1 Cord Skeg |
Conclusion
I really like this boat, especially the quality, stability and four hatch design, however it's just a bit too small for me. I've demo'd the standard Scorpio and it feels huge in comparison to the LV, it's a shame P&H don't produce an MV version like the Cetus range for the 5'8" to 6' paddler.
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