We have many novice kayakers that enjoy our Bluefin 142. The Bluefin 142 a very stable kayak and almost all of the new paddlers that try it feel very comfortable in it. As a matter of fact, a couple of weeks ago, we had 4 novice paddlers test paddle our boat and all remarked at how stable it was. It is true, as one of them said to me, it takes a couple of minutes to get the feel of it after paddling only sit on top kayaks. Practicing the entry and exit of a sit in kayak is essential, it does take a little technique until it becomes second nature.
If you choose the Bluefin 142, you will find some immediate benefits of paddling it versus a true recreational kayak. The first is that it takes much less effort to paddle but you will find yourself gliding along at a very quick pace. You will also notice that the boat tracks straight and is not blown off course by a side wind.
If you are comfortable on the water, the Bluefin 142 is an excellent option for a beginner to start with and it will allow you to progress as far as you wish as a paddler.