If you go light weight backpacker-style there's room to stow gear for getting out overnight (with dry bags lashed on deck). And if you are paddling in fresh water (or have a fresh water source) you can just take a water filter rather than packing water, which would allow the possibility of stretching the trip to two nights. Note: if you lash very much gear on deck it will raise the center of mass of the boat and decrease stability. This would only be an issue if you are paddling in rough conditions, but it is something to keep in mind. To minimize this risk keep your heaviest gear as low as possible (in the bottom of the built-in stowage space or even lashed in the cockpit floor), and go as light weight as possible. The Airis Play Tandem paddled as a solo boat might be a good option for carrying larger loads of gear for longer trips.
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