2014 Kayak Gear Guide

Kayak Gear Guide Kayaks, paddlesports and accessories

2014

All the top brands, all the details.

Over 500 products.

PM 41687515

A publication of

COAST&KAYAK Magazine www.coastandkayak.com 2014 Kayak Gear Guide 1

Coast&Kayak Magazine

What’s inside 2014 Gear Guide

Volume 24, Number 2 PM No. 41687515

Kayaks Find Us:

Online: www.coastandkayak.com Contact Us:

General queries: kayak@coastandkayak.com Editorial: editor@coastandkayak.com Advertising: kayak@coastandkayak.com coast&kayak Magazine is an independent magazine available free at hundreds of print distribution sites (paddling shops, outdoor stores, paddling clubs, marinas, events, etc.), and globally on the web.

How to buy........................................................................................................................................................ 8

Polypropylene.......................................................................................................................................10

Thermoform...........................................................................................................................................21

Composite..............................................................................................................................................32

Tandem....................................................................................................................................................47

Performance/Racing/Surf skis.........................................................................................................52

Whitewater.............................................................................................................................................59

SOT/Fishing/Hybrid............................................................................................................................. 61

Inflatable/Folding................................................................................................................................68

Paid subscriptions are available for those who prefer home delivery.

Articles, photos, events, news are all welcome.

subscribe Subscribe online! It’s free and gives you advance notice of our issue as it becomes available. www.coastandkayak.com/s subscribeonline.html

ADVERTISE Advertising rates and information available at www.coastandkayak.com/Advertise.html

TAKE PART Talk to us about listing your product line. kayak@coastandkayak.com

Paddles How to buy...................................................................................................................................................... 74

Touring.....................................................................................................................................................75

Recreational/Kids.................................................................................................................................82

Performance..........................................................................................................................................84

Whitewater.............................................................................................................................................86

Fishing......................................................................................................................................................88

A product of:

Wild Coast Publishing PO Box 24, Stn A Nanaimo, B.C., Canada, V9R 5K4 Ph: 1-866-984-6437 • Fax: 1-866-654-1937 Email: kayak@coastandkayak.com Website: www.coastandkayak.com Physical address: Aboard the Rainy Day, Somewhere on the Pacific Ocean The world’s only magazine published from aboard a boat (that we know of, anyway). © 2013. Copyright is retained on all material (text, photos and graphics) in this magazine.

No reproduction is allowed of any material in any form, print or electronic, for any purpose, except with the permission of Wild Coast Publishing.

Some elements in maps in this magazine are reproduced with the permission of Natural Resources Canada 2010, courtesy of the Atlas of Canada. Also, our thanks to Geobase for some elements that may appear on Coast&Kayak maps.

Coast&Kayak Magazine is dedicated to making self-propelled coastal exploration fun and accessible. Safety and travel information is provided to augment pre-existing safety and knowledge. A safety course and proper equipment are advised before any exploration on water. See a list of paddling instruction locations at www.coastandkayak.com

2

2014 Kayak Gear GUide

Gear

PFDs....................................................................................................................................................................90 Safety equipment.........................................................................................................................................94 Knives................................................................................................................................................................98 Packs..................................................................................................................................................................99 Storage/Transport......................................................................................................................................102 ]Sprayskirts....................................................................................................................................................105 Seats and Padding..................................................................................................................................... 106 Clothing..........................................................................................................................................................110 Reference....................................................................................................................................................... 112 Coast&Kayak Magazine

YOUR OUTDOOR STORE

WE DO RENTALS AND LESSONS TOO!

NANAIMO

NANAIMO ADVENTURE CENTRE

DUNCAN

COURTENAY

COURTENAY ADVENTURE CENTRE

SHOP IN-STORE AND ONLINE AT WWW.ALBERNIOUTPOST.COM

Country Club Centre #8–3200 Island Hwy N. 250 760 0044

#3–1661 Cliffe Ave 250 871 0264

1840 Stewart Avenue, Brechin Boat Launch Next to BC Ferries at Departure Bay 250 754 6626

3025 Comox Road Behind Portuguese Joe’s Fish Market 250 941 4243

Coast&Kayak Magazine

#108-109 TC Hwy 250 597 2727

2014 Kayak Gear Guide

3

View categories here

The page headings may seem obvious, but keep in mind many categories overlap. Kayaks are often difficult to categorize, so skim the options.

Tips to best use this guide The MSRP (manufacturer’s suggested retail price (comes from the manufacturing and may be in U.S. or Canadian dollars, depending on how it was submitted. Updates will clarify. Also, measures are metric or imperial depending on how they were sent. Future editions may switch to a uniform measure.

Descriptions have been supplied directly from the manufacturer. Our role has only been to clean up obvious errors and to trim the information to make it fit. That way you get the message directly from the people who designed what you’re after.

Telkwa

Nimbus Kayaks

The Telkwa is a long, high- volume kayak, but it is surprisingly nimble for its size and suits a wide variety of paddlers. The Telkwa was designed to be a full fledged ocean touring kayak capable of doing unsupported trips of at least a couple weeks duration. It will carry you and your gear to all parts of our coast with ease. The Telkwa with its unique combination of tracking and turning make it the an excellent choice for long distance touring or day tripping following the coast line closely.

We’ve selected a few key categories to help you make an informed decision. Because not all manufacturers supply all the same details, there is some mixing and matching going on. If all the information isn’t here, look for it by clicking on the blue logo for more information.

4

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 18’3” Weight: 53/45 lbs Options: Kevlar MSRP:

$3,985/$4,595

If you click for more information, a number of things might happen. If you’re taken to the Coast&Kayak website, the product link is highlighted in yellow.

Eventually these pages will link to a store offering the best possible price for this product. If a link is not working: send us an email. We’d appreciate hearing!

Kayak Gear Guide: 2014

8 Click to buy

Coming soon:

We’re shopping the internet for the best prices for your gear.

Here’s how it will work.

Research our Gear Guide to pick out the product you want. When our store is up and running, your click will take you to our Online Store. While you’re there, check for specials and sales on other related products. The prices you will see are the best we’ve picked from a pool of proven, reliable suppliers. We aren’t the seller. We are just supplying the means to get you the best possible prices. We’ll lead you to the guys who know the gear, know the products and will stand behind them with the best possible prices. Guys you might not meet otherwise. Guys you should meet, through the Coast&Kayak online sales collective.

Check in again as this guide grows.

Constant updates to products, lines and prices.

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

5

COMOXVALLEYKAYAKS.COM Check out our new website & look for our annual fleet sale which is on now.

Vancouver Island’s paddling specialists since 1991

SALES - RENTALS - LESSONS DAY TOURS - INFO STATION - REPAIRS COMOX VALLEY KAYAKS & CANOES

1.888.545.5595

6

Locally Owned. Run by paddlers.

On the water at 2020 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC info@comoxvalleykayaks.com

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Vancouver and the Lower Mainland's Hobie dealer Pedal it, Sail it, Paddle it or Power it

No Rolling Required New Generation of Stable Surfskis Base width of 22" = stability Design Features That Make Sense!

Super Lightweight; Half the weight of a standard sea kayak • Super Stable - Great for all abilities • Super Fun - Understern rudder gives you great control in a following sea

We are Canada’s largest Surfski dealer

Deep Cove Outdoors

deepcoveoutdoors.com / 604.987.2202 / 352 Lynn Ave, North Vancouver 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

7

Kayaks: How to buy

A

kayak is one of the best recreational investments anyone can make. But the initial outlay of cash and choices you have for those dollars can seem daunting. So how to pick the correct one? Here are some points to consider, courtesy of Chris Ladner, the owner of Ecomarine on Granville Island in Vancouver, a consultant to thousands of kayak buyers over the years.

1. Know what you’re buying your kayak for.

This sounds obvious, but it’s not. “You need to be thinking not just what you imagine what the kayak could be used for, but what you intend to use it for further down the road,” says Chris.

Here’s where a crystal ball might come in handy. You may imagine tours of distant shores in Alaska, but in reality if all you will be doing is lake paddling from your cottage, a recreational boat will suffice.

Here’s the general types and the purpose they’ll serve.

Recreational boats: These boats 8

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

When buying, a game plan helps. Here are some hints on how to navigate the options. are ideal for an hour or two in the bay, and work equally well from the deck of a yacht, motorboats or a summer cottage.

These boats are generally shorter – 9.5 to 12 feet in length – and can have a range of options and material styles that dictate the cost. One important consideration is buoyancy. Look for a hatch and bulkhead that will ensure the boat won’t sink if swamped. If there is no bulkhead, you’ll need to install flotation bags before your trip.

Day trip boats: These are longer recreational boats starting at about 14 feet, resulting in more glide, speed and efficiency. One consideration is the boats may be narrower, which aids performance but means less stability.

Touring boats: If you’re looking for more than just day trips you’re looking at boats longer than 14 feet to manage the storage demands and sea conditions you’ll meet. Most touring boats are in the general range of about 17 feet in length, making

Kayaks: How to buy

There’s a kayak out there to suit just about every purpose, size and comfort style, if you take the time to research the options. If not, you could end up with something that curtails your enjoyment – hardly worth saving a few dollars on a discount purchase.

them faster, more efficient and capable of hauling gear – often several week’s worth, if need be.

Other options: Kayaks can serve very particular purposes, such as the racing kayaks, which are very long but also very narrow; or fishing kayaks, which are usually sit-on-top, extra wide for stability and have lots of features specifically designed for fishing.

2. Set your budget.

The initial investment may seem large, especially for the high-end boats, but keep in mind after the purchase there are few incidentals such as lift tickets or launching fees (at least not yet). In addition, kayaks hold their value and won’t need replacing for years, possibly decades – if ever.

Naturally, you need not spend much if budget is a consideration. Recreational boats can be the least expensive, but still with a vast range depending on the features and construction. The addage applies: you get what you pay for.

3. Think about the features and benefits you want.

There are lots of different things you can get for your kayak, and a good

first place to look is the hatches. The arrangements and styles vary by model, but a popular style is the two-piece with a neoprene cover below the strapped-on hatch. A style proven seaworthy is the one-piece rubber hatch, usually available as an oval that simply pulls off around a lip then pushes back on again.

The trick is matching the features you want with the style of kayak. For instance, rubber hatches may not be an option for the style of recreation boat you’re seeking.

The control device is another key consideration. A rudder controlled through cables attached to foot pedals is a popular configuration and allows for easy steering. An alternative is a skeg, a fin that pops down to add stability in wind and waves. This requires the additional skill of learning how to use a paddle blade to turn the boat.

The cross-section of your hull should also be part of your evaluation. The rounder the hull the faster it’s going to be, but at the cost of stability. A flatter bottom and defined keel will enhance stability and (with the keel) tracking.

Also, consider the amount of rocker in the hull – that is, curvature in the shape.

“The more rocker you have, the easier it is for the boat to turn, but the deeper the boat sits in the water so the slower it’s going to be,” says Chris. “So the tradeoff is lots of tracking means straight-line, fast speed and efficiency but harder to turn, and the more rocker means easier to maneuver in rough weather but slower.”

The construction type will be another key factor in choosing a kayak, which in large part is affected by budget. Plastic (polyethelene) is the most economical, quite tough and rugged but it’s a bit slower in the water and can get gouged, as it is a softer material. Thermoform is a middle-of-the-road option. It has the ruggedness of the softer plastic but the characteristics of the fiberglass for speed.

Higher in price are the fiberglass and finally kevlar options. These are considered the highest performing type of kayak, and also good for weight and durability. < Reprinted from the Spring 2011 Coast&Kayak Magazine.

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

9

Kayaks: Polypropylene

Your kayak options:

Polypropylene construction

Polypropylene or rotomolded kayaks are probably the most common form of kayak today thanks to the injection molding technique that eliminates the costly layup of other construction types such as fibreglass. The main draws are affordability and durability, but on top of is the sheer number of options on the market.

A rotomolded involves heating the polypropylene in a spinning mold to ensure even distribution. It is then left to cool and finally given the added touches such as hatches, seats and bungy cords.

The material itself has benefits and drawbacks. A key drawback is it is heat sensitive, and so a poly kayak left on a car roof rack on a hot day, for instance, may form welts where the supports were located. Fortunately, being a durable material that can also be reversed, and heat with a heat gun or hair dryer applied to a corrected form can settle back into the original shape.

The strength of the product is a key consideration and important for the type of kayaking you might enjoy. River and

whitewater kayaks (covered in a different heading) take incredible beatings both by hitting rocks and being dragged to launch points.

Sea kayakers have the same attraction to plastic for extreme conditions, particularly “rock gardening” or the hobby of riding kayaks through the current of a wave washing over offshore rocks. Poly boats will survive where fibreglass kayaks will not.

The downside isn’t necessarily the construction type but the design. The most affordable and widely distributed kayaks are arguably the worst sort: they may track poorly, paddle poorly, have limited features and generally be ungainly, unseaworthy and little better than a cheap inflatable dinghy. This can be a shame as a poorly chosen kayak bought with enthusiasm can end up being rarely used because it doesn’t accomplish what a kayak should.

A key consideration is flotation. Many less expensive kayaks don’t have flotation bags and so will sink if flooded. This is an important safety consideration that can be neglected. Make sure your kayak floats before setting out.

Kayaks: Poly/under 12’

Aspire 100

Wilderness Systems

The versatile Aspire combines easy handling and maneuverability with great stability, thanks to its strong chine lines and volume. The up-swept bow helps shed water and the molded-in console, with a two-position bottle holder, offers plenty of storage options to keep things within easy reach. Also available in the 105.

10

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 10’ Weight: 44 Width:

27.5”

MSRP:

$739.00

Kayaks: Poly/under 12’ QUEST 9.5 Riot Kayaks

With its wide and stable double-arch hull design and roomy cockpit, the Quest 9.5 is the boat of choice for an exciting afternoon on the lake! The hull grooves are responsible for its tracking qualities and the great durability the Quest series is known for, while its short length keeps it maneuverable and makes it easy to load onto a vehicle.

Length: 9’6’’ - 290 cm Weight: 37.6 lbs - 17.1 kg Width:

29’’ - 71 cm

MSRP:

$549

QUEST 10 Riot Kayaks

With its famous Greenland bow and arched multi-chine hull, the Quest makes paddling effortless and exciting.

A wide outline combined with a fine waterline make it stable yet gives it a lively feel. It will allow you to safely lean on edge and style high and low-brace turns, while its roomy cockpit will let you stretch and enjoy the sun if you simply don’t feel like pushing it!

Length: 10’- 305 cm Weight: 42.1 lbs - 19.1 kg Width:

28’’ - 71 cm

MSRP:

$599

QUEST 10 HV Riot Kayaks

The Quest 10 HV was designed for comfort and maneuverability. It comes with a convenient sealed bulkhead to keep your stuff dry along with 2 each rod and cup holders. Combine that with our custom-fit seating system equipped with a cushy, compression-molded seat pad that fully adjusts for your comfort and this is the ideal boat for a leisurely cruise on the water.

Length: 10’- 305 cm Weight: 50.2 lbs - 22.8 kg Width:

30’’- 76 cm

MSRP:

$649

EDGE 11 Riot Kayaks

Low on the water, the stable and agile Edge 11 literally feels like a shrunk-down sea kayak thanks to its progressive chine and a generous yet sleek outline. The integrated keel makes its hull stiff and the skeg lets it focus on destination, while the front deck rigging and rear watertight compartment take care of your belongings.

Length: 11’/335cm Weight: 55.1 lbs/25 kg Width:

27’’/69 cm

MSRP:

$749 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

11

Kayaks: Poly/12-14’ Tsunami SP

Wilderness Systems

Scaled design optimized for paddlers from 60-120 lbs.

Impressive stability and speed great for novices or more advanced kayakers to hone their skills.

Length: 12’ Weight: 38 Width:

21”

MSRP:

$799.00

Tsunami 120

Wilderness Systems

Tsunami is the Ultra Capable Cruiser. Mid-range cockpit size with shorter length is versatile for day to weekend trips in streams to coastal regions to large lakes.

Length: 12’ Weight: 50 Width:

25.5”

MSRP:

$1,019.00

ENDURO 12 Riot Kayaks

Wide and stable, the Enduro 12 is all about safety and cargo capacity. Its gently grooved hull and integrated skeg have blended durability and tracking, while the structured deck, large cockpit with thighbraces and front and rear watertight compartments allow you to use it in a wide range of adventures, from simply cruising around to carrying all your gear to tackle that elusive bass you saw on the other side of the bay.

Length: 12’/366 cm Weight: 59.5 lbs - 27 kg Width:

28’’/71 cm

MSRP:

$799

Tsunami 125

Wilderness Systems

Swift and agile, this spacious cockpit and deeper hull is the ideal day-tripper for larger paddlers. Excels in tight, twisting environments.

12

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 12’6” Weight: 51 Width:

26”

MSRP:

$1,019.00

Kayaks: Poly/12-14’ OOKPIK

BorealDesign

The Ookpik is a very stable recreational kayak. It has a large, comfortable cockpit, offering its occupant greater freedom of movement. This kayak is ideally suited for exploring lakes or rivers and for short trips along the coastline. Rudder system is optional.

EDGE 13

Length: 13’ (3.96 m) Weight: 52 - 54 lbs. (23.5 - 24.5 kg) Width:

24” (61 cm)

MSRP:

$999-$1,099 USD

Riot Kayaks

With an eye-pleasing low deck profile so you don’t feel lost inside, and a package of features that would make any sea kayak blush with envy, the Edge 13 brings together harmony of shape and relevancy of features. Its hull offers a nice blend of primary and secondary stability, so you’ll be immediately comfortable in a boat that will grow with you.

Length: 13’/396 cm Weight: 58.8 lbs/26.7 kg Width:

25’’/64 cm

MSRP:

$899

ENDURO 13 Riot Kayaks

A bit of front deck rigging, a rod holder and two watertight hatches were just what it took to complete this racy kayak’s list of offerings. Amongst other items are speed, amazing secondary stability and tracking, thanks to a streamline, grooved hull that brings this fairly short kayak to life so it can stand its ground with much longer units.

Length: 13’/396 cm Weight: 56.2 lbs - 25.5 kg Width:

26’’/66 cm

MSRP:

$899

KASKO

BorealDesign

The Kasko is a very responsive recreational kayak ideally suited to exploring winding rivers, lakes and coastlines.

Its cockpit is smaller than that of the Ookpik, allowing the paddler a better fit and therefore better control.

For added adjustment, the Kasko can be equipped with thigh braces and/or a rudder system.

Length: 13’ (3.96 m) Weight: 50 - 52 lbs. (22.7-23.5 kg) Width:

23½’’ (59.6 cm)

MSRP:

$999 USD 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

13

Kayaks: Poly/13-16’ Tsunami 135

Wilderness Systems

The lowered cockpit height and moderate length make this kayak an excellent performer, yet easy to manage.

Ideal for female and small-framed paddlers. Rudder optional.

Length: 13’6” Weight: 48 Width:

23”

MSRP:

$1,169.00

Tsunami 140

Wilderness Systems

This wildly popular, versatile kayak offers a balanced fit in cockpit size and length. All skill levels can take advantage of stability and performance features. Rudder optional.

Length: 14’ Weight: 53 Width:

24”

MSRP:

$1,169.00

ENDURO 14 Riot Kayaks

Close your eyes and you will think you are handling the finest of sea kayaks. Open them and you will find yourself surrounded with just the soundest features to properly enjoy a day on the water: watertight compartments, front deck rigging, paddle hook, rudder and a unique, racy style that will make you vow you’ll never close your eyes again on the Enduro 14.

Length: 14’/427 cm Weight: 56.2 lbs - 25.5kg Width:

24’’/61 cm

MSRP:

$999

Tsunami 145

Wilderness Systems

Ample cockpit size and length without losing performance make this the choice for larger paddlers desiring extra gear and storage capacity. Rudder optional.

14

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 14’6” Weight: 56 Width:

24.5”

MSRP:

$1,169.00

Kayaks: Poly/14-16’ Focus 145

Wilderness Systems

The Focus blends the stability and predictability of the Tsunami with the speed and efficiency of the Tempest.

An advance in touring design that caters to the more “assertive” intermediate level paddler looking to take their paddling skills and their touring adventures to the next level. Rudder optional.

Length: 14’5” Weight: 50 Width:

22.5”

MSRP:

$1,419.00

EDGE 14.5 Riot Kayaks

With its slender bow and slim deck profile, the rudderequipped Edge 14.5 is where elegance and efficiency cross paths: it has just the right amount of chine and keel to make it track well, yet has a swift and versatile character. And to top it all off, it has most of the features serious sea kayaks call their own.

Length: 14.’6’’/442 cm Weight: 56.8 lbs/25.8 kg Width:

22.5’’/57 cm

MSRP:

$999

Focus 150

Wilderness Systems

The Focus blends the stability and predictability of the Tsunami with the speed and efficiency of the Tempest.

An advance in touring design that caters to the more “assertive” intermediate level paddler looking to take their paddling skills and their touring adventures to the next level. Rudder optional.

Length: 15’ Weight: 52 Width:

23”

MSRP:

$1,419.00

SEDNA

BorealDesign

The Sedna is one of our most versatile models. Its arched hull shape and waterline length have been designed to provide stability combined with very predictable behavior while requiring minimum effort to maintain a cruising speed of 5 to 7 km/h. These characteristics are sure to appeal to the day or weekend paddler who loves to go exploring in all types of weather and water conditions.

Comes standard with a rudder system.

Length: 15’ (4.57 m) Weight: 60 lbs. (27.2 kg) Width:

23 ¾” (60.3 cm)

MSRP:

$1,399 USD 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

15

Kayaks: Poly/14-16’ EVASION 15.5 Riot Kayaks

The only true hybrid of rec and sea kayak, the Evasion has the distinctive concave multi-chine hull design that has led our kayaks in the durability hall-of-fame, but with the finesse it takes to keep up with the best greenlanders in terms of speed and tracking. Cap that with a low, sleek deck and plenty of rigging, and you’ve got a very functional and exciting unit.

Length: 15’6’’/472 cm Weight: 62.3 lbs - 28.3 kg Width:

24’’/61 cm

MSRP:

$1299

Focus 155

Wilderness Systems

The Focus blends the stability and predictability of the Tsunami with the speed and efficiency of the Tempest.

An advance in touring design that caters to the more “assertive” intermediate level paddler looking to take their paddling skills and their touring adventures to the next level. Rudder optional.

Length: 15’6” Weight: 54 Width:

23.5”

MSRP:

$1,419.00

Zephyr 155

Wilderness Systems

Smaller-framed paddlers enjoy maximum control with a tighter-fitting, lowered deck. Balanced performance makes it the ultimate day or weekend explorer. Get added control and durability on your journey from the redesigned TruTrak Skeg System.

Length: 15 ‘6” Weight: 52 Width:

22.5”

MSRP:

$1,519.00

MUKTUK

BorealDesign

The Muktuk’s low profile offers plenty of thigh support, making it ideal for small to medium-sized paddlers. Its shape generates minimal wind resistance, and the kayak is highly responsive during turns. A tapered contour adds speed to a craft that is stable, comfortable and easy to paddle. For closer adjustment, thigh braces may be added as an option.

16

COAST&KAYAK Magazine

Length: 16’ (4.9 m) Weight: 59 lbs. (27 kg) Width:

23 ¾” (60.3 cm)

MSRP:

$1,499 USD

Fall/Winter 2013

Kayaks: Poly/Over 16’ Tsunami 160

Wilderness Systems

This ultra-comfortable kayak offers more speed and stability than a typical sea kayak. Now featuring the Phase 3 AirPro XP Seating System. Rudder Optional.

Length: 16’ Weight: 58 Width:

23.5”

MSRP:

$1,459.00

Zephyr 160

Wilderness Systems

When “calm” isn’t marked on your chart, this is the kayak with the performance to test your skill limits. Ideal for larger paddlers. Get added control and durability on your journey from the redesigned TruTrak Skeg System.

Length: 16’ Weight: 54 Width:

23”

MSRP:

$1,519.00

EPSILON P100 BorealDesign

Boreal Design Epsilon P100 like its sister composite kayak is a capable and predictable for beginner through intermediate paddlers. The Epsilon series is fully capable of week or two trips and even loaded with its rudder for auxilliary control it is an extremely capable and easy paddling kayak. A full compliment of deck safety lines and bungees are properly positioned to maximize deck space. A stable and dry ride makes every paddle outing a comfortable and easy one.

Length: 16’4” (4.98 m) Weight: N/A Width:

22½” (57.2 cm)

MSRP:

$1,699 USD

Tempest 165

Wilderness Systems

Signature performance, but designed for paddlers with a smaller frame, this kayak features a lower deck, narrow beam, and slightly shorter length. Get added control and durability on your expedition from the redesigned TruTrak Skeg System.

Length: 16’6” Weight: 55 Width:

21.5”

MSRP:

$1,629.00

Fall/Winter 2013

COAST&KAYAK Magazine

17

Kayaks: Poly/Over 16’ Tsunami 165

Wilderness Systems

More than capable for a weekend trip, added depth is suitable for mid-to-large sized paddlers while maintaining speed and efficiency necessary for longer distances.

Rudder optional.

Length: 16’ 6” Weight: 63 Width:

23.75”

MSRP:

$1,459.00

BRITTANY 16.5 Riot Kayaks

Our proven, award-winning British-style sea kayak, the Brittany’s reputation speaks for itself: fast and agile, yet accessible to paddlers of all skills, its stability instantly makes you feel at ease while its moderate width makes it possible for expert paddlers to express all the subtlety that is possible to bring in fine sea kayak handling. Plenty of deck storage, a compass recess, lifelines and safety straps complete the package, maintaining respect to the tradition of elegance the Brittany belongs to.

Length: 15’9’’/483 cm Weight: 61.1 lbs/27.7 kg Width:

21.75’’/55 cm

MSRP:

$1399

BAFFIN P1 BorealDesign

Baffin P1 is the intermediate to expert paddlers choice if you are a slender smaller in stature kayaker weighing less than 150lbs. The P1 is a very light and easy to handle kayak on or off the water with a great performance fit provided by its aggressive seat profile and thigh braces.

The P1 is a performance kayak that can be used for Greenland skills training as it rivals other models in this category. Great edge control ensures confident paddling in demanding water.

Length: 16’6” (5.06 m) Weight: 53 / 48 / 44 lbs. (24 / 21.8 / 20 kg) Width:

21½” (54.6 cm)

MSRP:

$1,699 USD

Tempest 170

Wilderness Systems

Mid-sized paddlers will relish the fusion of performance capabilities in this award-winning kayak. Get added control and durability on your expedition from the redesigned TruTrak Skeg System.

18

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 17’ Weight: 57 Width:

22”

MSRP:

$1,629.00

Kayaks: Poly/Over 16’ BAFFIN P2 BorealDesign

Baffin P2 kayak is built for the rigors of rough sea state and paddlers of intermediate to expert skill level. Its unique hull design provides paddlers with a lively boat yet stable compared to other performance kayaks. The P2 is well suited for a wide range of paddlers that look to more uncommon paddling areas of choice putting them in situations demanding immediate control and efficiency. Paddlers up to 250 will possibly fit into this versatile platform.

Length: 17’ (5.18 m) Weight: N/A Width:

22 ¼” (56.5 cm)

MSRP:

$1,699 USD

EPSILON P200 BorealDesign

Boreal Design Epsilon P200 is a best seller for all tour operators and rental units since such a wide variety of sizes fit in this stable and predictable craft. A rudder , ample deck bungee and a full compliment of deck safety line are placed strategically to maximize your deck accessories placement. Boreal Design has invested in high quality PE and our bulkhead installation is renowned as being the most reliable.

Length: 17’ (5.18 m) Weight: N/A Width:

23½” (59.7 cm)

MSRP:

$1,699 USD

INUKSHUK BorealDesign

The Inukshuk, combining elegance and performance, is unquestionably the fastest kayak in its category. Its long waterline and tapered contour allow the kayak to accelerate quickly and track beautifully, while the upswept bow provides buoyancy when paddling in waves. A moderate rocker makes the kayak very agile while performing a lean turn. This comfortable and spacious kayak features a low profile offering minimal wind resistance, making the Inukshuk easy to maneuver.

Length: 17’ (5.18 m) Weight: 62 lbs. (28 kg) Width:

23½” (59.6 cm)

MSRP:

$1,599 USD

EPSILON P300 BorealDesign

Boreal Design Epsilon P300 made for the taller paddler or folks wanting more leg room and a great amount of storage for those longer trips. Even with its large storage capacity it still has a low side profile reducing weathercocking. A great cruising speed and dry ride make it a pleasure to paddle and its stability allow you to pull out the Digital Slr and photograph your favourite Sea Otter.

If comfort is what you are looking for and a kayak that makes you look good, it is the Epsilon P300.

Length: 17’6” (5.34 m) Weight: N/A Width:

24 ¼” (61.6 cm)

MSRP:

$1,699 USD 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

19

Kayaks: Poly/Over 16’ Tsunami 175

Wilderness Systems

The most storage capacity of the Tsunami line, it’s the ultimate voyage machine for larger paddlers. Now featuring the Phase 3 AirPro XP Seating System. Rudder optional.

Length: 17’ 6” Weight: 65 Width:

24”

MSRP:

$1,529.00

BAFFIN P3 BorealDesign

A taller persons boat or for those weighing over 200lbs will enjoy this kayak that during manoeuvres really makes you look good. Stable and balanced the P3 is very comfortable in confused waters leaving paddlers in control when an edge is required. The cockpit is filled with performance features from its unique brace built into the rim or its aggressive seat system which enhances control and comfort within the kayak. Innovative and easily accessed skeg control located in front of the cockpit.

Length: 17’6” (5.34 m) Weight: N/A Width:

23” (58.4 cm)

MSRP:

$1,699 USD

Your Kayak Adventure Begins Here Vancouver Island’s Original Kayak Store Voted ‘Best Kayak School’ Voted ‘Best Kayak Store in Canada’

1824 Store Street Victoria, BC V8T 4R4

Toll Free: 800.909.4233 Ph: 250.381.4233

oceanriver.com oceanriveradventures.com

• CLOTHING • FOOTWARE • OUTDOOR GEAR • KAYAKS • CANOES • SUP • • INSTRUCTION • RENTALS • NATURE TOURS • HARBOUR TOURS • ONLINE STORE • 20

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR NEW WEBSITES!

Kayaks: Thermoform

Your kayak options:

Thermoform construction Thermoform construction is relatively new, and uses sheets of plastic materials over a mold to shape it by heating, vacuum or pressure. The construction and material is similar to a car bumper. As such it has huge advantages, those being it is relatively inexpensive, tough and abrasion-resistant. As most car owners will know of their bumpers, they can take a bump.

Other advantages are a look similar to fibreglass, meaning your boat won’t appear to be a cheap plastic knock-off of a real kayak, for those who judge plastic kayaks that way. In addition, the exterior is highly UV resistant so that your bright shiny new kayak

will appear so for many years to come, whereas fibreglass is more prone to UV fading and cracking.

Thermoform kayaks are heavier than their fibreglass counterparts and often need reinforcing to prevent cracking, so don’t be surprised to find reinforcing bars designed into your thermoform kayak. Beyond that some may argue performance issues, those being flex and noise. But the bottom line is thermoform is an attractive, viable option for a kayak with lower costs and good looks.

Sky 10

Eddyline Kayaks

The Sky 10 carries most of the paddling qualities and features of the 12’ Skylark but weighs only 35lbs! It has more than adequate hull speed and efficiency for keeping up with groups, a roomy cockpit, comfortable seat and backrest, hatches and bulkheads bow and stern for safety and excellent stability.

Length: 10’ Weight: 35 Width:

26”

MSRP:

$995

Delta 10

Delta Kayaks

With its modified catamaran hull, the Delta 10 clips along with remarkable speed and agility while maintaining a very high degree of stability and manoeuvrability without the excessive beam width of most recreational kayaks making it a dream to paddle almost anywhere you choose to go. It excels as a platform for fishing and photography and its compact size and light weight make it an ideal choice to store on the deck of larger pleasure craft.

Length: 10’ Weight: 38 lbs Width:

27”

MSRP: 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

21

Kayaks: Thermoform/10’+ Intrigue TX Seaward Kayaks

The Intrigue is a departure from Seaward�s familiar focus, yet has all the hallmarks of Seaward’s innovative design. This recreational kayak is made from thermoformed ABS plastic and features a polycarbonate view panel in the hull. It’s built with Seaward’s minute attention to detail. Designed as the perfect gunk-hole kayak while at anchor, we even put the drink holder above the window so you can put a flashlight there instead and attract all those little fishies.

Length: 10’2” Weight: 35.6 lbs.

Width:

29”

MSRP:

$1,149-$1249

EDGE 11 Thermoform Riot Kayaks

Low on the water, the stable and agile Edge 11 literally feels like a shrunk-down sea kayak thanks to its progressive chine and a generous yet sleek outline. The integrated keel makes its hull stiff and the skeg lets it focus on destination, while the front deck rigging and rear watertight compartment take care of your belongings.

Length: 11’ 335cm Weight: 37.4 lbs /17 kg Width:

27” 69 cm

MSRP:

$749

Santee 116

Hurricane Aquasports

The Santee 116 is a rec kayak that’s easy to paddle in a straight line! The Swede form design makes it simple and fun to get from point A to point B without wandering to all points in-between. You can toss enough gear in the ample hatches for a serious daytrip, hit a river or lake or coastal inlet, and cut a smooth steady trail across the water. As a bonus, you won’t tear a rotator cuff putting the 116 on your roof rack because it tips the scales at a svelte 36.5 pounds.

Length: 11’6”/ 3.5m Weight: 36.5 lbs/ 16.56 kg Width:

28 inches/ 71.1 cm

MSRP:

$999 USD

Santee 126 Sport Hurricane Aquasports

The Santee 126 Sport ups the ante on the industrychanging Santee 126 by adding an oversized cockpit, and it does so without sacrificing performance. In other words, you can still track like you’re on rails, still carve turns, still have more fun than should be legal in most states. The 126 Sport gives you room for fishing gear, photography equipment, and camping gear too - whatever you need. The cockpit is a spacious 55 x 24 inches, and 55 x 24 = a whole lot of comfort.

22

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 12 feet 6 inches/ 3.81m Weight: 40 lbs/ 18.14 kg Width:

28 inches/ 71.1 cm

MSRP:

$999 USD

Kayaks: Thermform/12’+ Excursion 128 Hurricane Aquasports

We don’t sit on our laurels, we sit in our kayaks, which is why we knew we could make one of our most popular kayaks even better. The result is the Excursion 128. We refined the hull, lowered the volume and added some nice deck features - perimeter safety lines, bow and stern deck bungees, and a stainless steel security bar. This compact, sleek-performing boat is perfect for edging out tight turns in coastal inlets and winding rivers. You can even add a rudder for more precise handling.

Length: 12 feet 8 inches/ 3.86m Weight: 43 lbs/ 19.50 kg Width:

25.5 inches/ 64.82 cm

MSRP:

$1199 USD

Skylark

Eddyline Kayaks

The Skylark, while essentially a recreational kayak in size and fit, also has the features and performance found in a full-fledged sea kayak including hatches and bulkheads bow and stern. It has abundant stability and a roomy fit, yet the efficiency to keep up with longer boats on an easy cruise.

Length: 12’ Weight: 41 Width:

26”

MSRP:

$1,349

Sandpiper

Eddyline Kayaks

The Sandpiper is easy to maneuver in those backwaters and small enough to fit on your yacht. The large cockpit makes getting in or out of this very stable kayak a breeze, even from a dock or boat deck. Includes bulkheads and hatches bow and stern for maximum flotation.

Length: 12’ Weight: 38 Width:

28”

MSRP:

$1,299

PURA SR-120 Seaward Kayaks

The Seaward PURA SR120 is the perfect recreational kayak for beginners and those looking for a stress free paddle. Heavy on style but easy to handle, both on and off water, the Seaward PURA SR120 is a joy to paddle.

Stable, responsive and comfortable; this versatile kayak will let you explore with confidence.

Length: 12’ Weight: 42 lbs Width:

24.5”

MSRP:

$1,325 USD 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

23

Kayaks: Thermoform/12’+ Delta 12S Delta Kayaks

The 12s features a 24†wide hull, providing speed and responsiveness far beyond what its small stature would suggest. Sealed bow and stern storage compartments and a convenient front day hatch provide the safety and storage capacity for exploring large lakes, for day trips or overnight excursions. A full complement of deck rigging with a fully adjustable seat and outfitting round out the features packed into this kayak.

Length: 12’ Weight: 38 lbs Width:

24”

MSRP:

Delta 12.10 Delta Kayaks

A very capable, fully outfitted, and well proportioned smaller sea kayak with excellent initial and secondary stability. Designed to fit a wide range of paddlers (beginner, intermediate and advanced) wanting a high level of performance in a smaller lighter package. The Delta Twelve10 has all the features found in all our longer touring sea kayaks, including front and rear hatches and bulkheads for safety and dry storage.

Length: 12’10” Weight: 43 lbs Width:

24.5”

MSRP:

Halo SR-130 Seaward Kayaks

Introducing the NEW Seaward Kayaks HALO SR-130.

Designed to give kayakers comfort and stability with agile, yet reassuring handling, the Halo SR130 will make your adventures memorable. Experienced paddlers and those looking to develop their skills will appreciate the HALO SR130’s potential. This is a light, fun kayak! Quality and the multitude of features associated with a Seaward kayak come standard.

Length: 13’ Weight: 46 lbs Width:

24.5”

MSRP:

$1,495-$1,595

EDGE 13 Thermoform Riot Kayaks

With an eye-pleasing low deck profile so you don’t feel lost inside, and a package of features that would make any sea kayak blush with envy, the Edge 13 brings together harmony of shape and relevancy of features. Its hull offers a nice blend of primary and secondary stability, so you’ll be immediately comfortable in a boat that will grow with you 24

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 13’/396 cm Weight: 41.8 lbs/19 kg Width:

25’’/64 cm

MSRP:

$899

Kayaks: Thermform/13’+ Santee 135

Hurricane Aquasports

The Santee 135 bumps the performance needle way up for recreational kayaks. It’s super lightweight, tracks like the proverbial dream (as well as boats 2-3 feet longer), and it gives you an efficient, stable, fun experience on the water. We improved the deck lines for added style and stiffness, and we kept the price point at a place you’ll appreciate. You’ll be doing some serious recreating in the Santee 135. You’ll also be smiling . . . a lot.

Length: 13’2”/ 4m Weight: 40 lbs/ 18.14 kg Width:

13 inches/ 33 cm

MSRP:

$1049 USD

Samba

Eddyline Kayaks

The Samba is a lively and nimble turbo charged kayak that is easy to accelerate, and carves like a fine German knife. This fully outfitted sea-worthy kayak has a retractable skeg for a wider range of hull performance and an adjustable seat for a custom fit. Samba is just plain fun!

Length: 13’8” Weight: 43 Width:

22.5”

MSRP:

$2,269

Tampico 140S

Hurricane Aquasports

Paddling the Tampico 140S is like gliding on ice. Snag a little water with the paddle, and the next thing you know, you’re flying across the water. If the surface happens to be a bit frothy, the Tampico’s sheer lines let you slice through the chop high and dry, and because of an integrated keel line, the Tampico 140S tracks like it’s welded to rails. The Tampico S gives you all the performance of a composite kayak at about half the price.

Length: 14 feet/ 4.3m Weight: 39.5 lbs/ 17.92 kg Width:

23.5 inches/ 59.7 cm

MSRP:

$1449 USD

EDGE 14.5 Thermoform Riot Kayaks

With its slender bow and slim deck profile, the rudderequipped Edge 14.5 is where elegance and efficiency cross paths: it has just the right amount of chine and keel to make it track well, yet has a swift and versatile character. And to top it all off, it has most of the features serious sea kayaks call their own, minus the snobbishness.

Length: 14.’6’’/442 cm Weight: 42.1 lbs/19.1 kg Width:

22.5’’/57 cm

MSRP:

$999 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

25

Kayaks: Thermoform/14’+ Compass SR-140 Seaward Kayaks

Fast, sleek, stable and seaworthy - the Compass 140 does it all. While not a full touring kayak, this craft gives you options. With enough storage capacity for an overnight trip, yet light enough to easily carry, this is a versatile rec kayak. The Compass 140 will turn on a dime, handle rough water and put a smile on your face. Inspired by the very latest in advanced hull design Seaward has crafted a fast, stable kayak that tracks effortlessly & ensures a ‘dry ride.’

Length: 14’ Weight: 48.7lbs Width:

24”

MSRP:

$1,999 USD

Equinox

Eddyline Kayaks

The Equinox strikes an excellent balance between the recreational and true touring kayak with its ample cockpit and storage space, good cruising speed and complete rigging. Thigh braces and the sliding seat offer a fine tuned fit. See the Skylark for a smaller, even more stable version in this family.

Length: 14’ Weight: 45 Width:

25”

MSRP:

$1,799

Delta 14.5 Delta Kayaks

Amazing initial and secondary stability enhances the experience of expert, novice and intermediate paddlers on multi-day tours. A longer than average waterline delivers speed unexpected for boats in the fourteen foot range.

Weighing only 46.bs the 14.5 Sport is as easy to paddle as it is to carry. The 14.5 is very capable in all weather conditions that both novice and expert paddlers can enjoy.

Available in Sport and Expedition models.

26

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 14’4” Weight: 47-49 lbs Width: MSRP:

24.5”

Kayaks: Thermform/15’+ Delta 15S Delta Kayaks

Its 15’ length, 22” width and lower deck height allow for fast and responsive handling coupled with reassuring secondary stability. With a conveniently accessible front day hatch, its storage capacity lends itself to multi-day tripping and at only 44lbs it’s a breeze to carry.

Equipped with skeg or rudder options, the Delta 15s promises to please in quality, value and performance.

Length: 15’ Weight: 44 lbs Width:

22”

MSRP:

Amnik 150 TX Seaward Kayaks

The Amnik 15’Tx from Seaward is the ‘multi-tool’ of kayaks. Based on our best selling Chinook Tx platform, an outfitter favourite, it’s a stable, versatile kayak suited to day or overnight trips. Fishing, photography, camping and cruising. An ideal beginner kayak, the Amnik 15’Tx comfortably accommodates the larger kayaker but still holds potential for advanced techniques.

Length: 15’ Weight: 55 lbs.

Width:

24”

MSRP:

$2,099 USD

Denali

Eddyline Kayaks

The Denali is a lighter, performance oriented kayak with room for the larger paddler. It looks sleek, but has abundant foot and leg room and the feel and performance of the Samba or Journey. The cockpit is large, but has a keyhole configuration for extra thigh support and durability.

Length: 15’3” Weight: 50 Width:

24.5”

MSRP:

$2,499

Infiniti 155TX Seaward Kayaks

Seaward responded to the demand for a smaller lighter version of the very successful Infiniti 175. A high performance skeg kayak in thermoform on a multi-chine hull, the 155 has startling maneuverability, easy edging and superb secondary stability. The Infiniti TX features a day hatch, quick release rescue straps, tow bar built into the rear deck, “Sea Dog” footpedals, sealed bulkheads, anatomical padded bucket seat, padded thigh braces and adjustable backband.

Length: 15’5” Weight: 51 lbs.

Width:

21.5”

MSRP:

$2,299 USD 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

27

Kayaks: Thermoform/15’+ Fathom LV

Eddyline Kayaks

The Fathom LV is a scaled down version of the Fathom intended for the smaller, lighter paddler. It is quick to accelerate, glides forever, turns on a dime and, with the skeg down, will track on a rail. One of the more versatile kayaks in our line, it must be paddled to be fully appreciated.

Length: 15’6” Weight: 47 Width:

21”

MSRP:

$2,699

Journey

Eddyline Kayaks

The Journey is a full featured touring kayak with the casual, fun loving kayaker in mind. Nimble and quick but still roomy and comfortable, the Journey sports all the touring kayak features and has a recessed skeg for that additional level of versatility and control in varying water and wind conditions.

Length: 15’6” Weight: 49 Width:

24”

MSRP:

$2,499

Delta 15.5 Delta Kayaks

Suitable for novice to advanced paddlers, the Delta 15.5 might be considered the “mini van†of the Delta fleet. It has enough cargo space to consider two week expeditions with little concern for leaving something behind. With its amazing stability, the 15.5 is an excellent choice for photography or fishing. When conditions get rough the 15.5 really shines, providing predictable performance and stability with a drier ride than other boats in its class. Available in Sport and Expedition models

Length: 15’6” Weight: 53-54 lbs Width:

24.5”

MSRP:

Brittany 16.5 Thermoform Riot Kayaks

Our proven, award-winning British-style sea kayak, the Brittany’s reputation speaks for itself: fast and agile, yet accessible to paddlers of all skills, its stability instantly makes you feel at ease while its moderate width makes it possible for expert paddlers to express all the subtlety that is possible to bring in fine sea kayak handling. Plenty of deck storage, a compass recess, lifelines and safety straps complete the package, maintaining respect to the tradition of elegance the Brittany belongs to.

28

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 15’9’’/483 cm Weight: 41.8 lbs/19 kg Width:

21.75’’/55 cm

MSRP:

$1999

Kayaks: Thermform/16’+ Tracer 165

Hurricane Aquasports

The Tracer 165 paddles like it’s on proverbial rails, carving fast lines you’ve only dreamed about. This light stiff kayak transitions between inland lakes and coastal waters with ease, and with the subtle British-inspired rocker and moderate V hull, the Tracer 165 doesn’t so much float as it dances on the surface. There’s storage fore and aft, plus boatloads of comfort in the cockpit, and you can even add a rudder for added handling.

Length: 16 feet 5 inches/ 5m Weight: 48 lbs/ 21.77 kg Width:

22 inches/ 55.8 cm

MSRP:

$1699 USD

Delta 16

Delta Kayaks

The Delta 16 is an intermediate to advanced kayak that will cater to smaller or mid-sized individuals who have been waiting for a full figured British style design built with more dry storage typical of North American designs.

The 16 offers two large hatches and one day hatch. The Day hatch is a solid pod that is built into the under-deck.

This fore day hatch allows paddlers to keep their cameras and essentials inside of the kayak protected from errant paddle strokes or waves knocking things off the deck.

Length: 16’ Weight: 50 lbs Width:

22”

MSRP:

Cosma TX

Seaward Kayaks

A Stable, quick and responsive Cosma in Seaward’s Zy-Tx. The Cosma’s fine entry, moderate rocker, 23” beam and shallow `Vee’ multi-chined hull makes this a stable and seaworthy light touring and day boat. The multiple chines create a superb platform for edging and secondary stabilty. A slight increase in depth over a regular Cosma makes this kayak ideally suited for many paddlers.

This kayak is lighter than a composite Cosma and the ZyTx is both tough and durable.

Length: 16’2” Weight: 51 lbs.

Width:

23”

MSRP:

$2,299 USD

Raven

Eddyline Kayaks

The Raven features a raking bow and stern, hard chines in the mid-ships and is very well balanced. This provides a very “neutral†trim that gives the paddler astonishing control in wind and waves. The Raven can accommodate multi-day touring as well as day tripping and ocean play.

Length: 16’9” Weight: 52 Width:

22”

MSRP:

$2,799 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

29

Kayaks: Thermoform/16’+ Fathom

Eddyline Kayaks

The Fathom is everything that most performance paddlers look for in a sea kayak and one that you are not likely to outgrow. The hull is quite fast while retaining a comfortable level of stability, it has outstanding carving ability and its full volume front deck provides ample room for longer legs and feet.

Length: 16’6” Weight: 50 Width:

22”

MSRP:

$2,699

Chinook TX Seaward Kayaks

Whether you are a rental outfit, tour operator or looking to purchase a kayak that offers looks, strength, value and a great price, the new Chinook TX has it all. Incredible stability and storage capacity. The Chinook is not only incredibly stable - ideal for fishing, photography and wildlife viewing - but with its long waterline length, astounding volume, dry ride and agile performance, the Chinook is a capable long range cruiser yet a fun kayak for an afternoon paddle.

Length: 17’ Weight: 56 lbs Width:

24”

MSRP:

$2,299 USD

Delta 17

Delta Kayaks

The NEW hull shape of the Delta 17 was influenced by both British and North American design concepts, creating a beautiful blend of performance and agility. The combination of a shallow ‘V’ shaped hull, moderate rocker and soft chines provides predictable initial stability and notable secondary stability; allowing easy edge transitions and excellent handling characteristics in various sea conditions.

Length: 17’ Weight: 52 lbs Width:

22.5”

MSRP:

Delta 18.5 Delta Kayaks

The design concept for the 18.5 was to create a longer thermoformed kayak to target sea kayak guides, tour operators, and long distance touring enthusiasts. The 18.5 delivers a comfortable balance of stability and maneuverability which amazingly is not overly affected when under load. Considering its longer length, the 18.5 turns on a dime and handles beautifully in a wide variety of conditions with or without the rudder deployed. Available in Sport and Expedition models 30

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 18’6” Weight: 57-59 lbs Width: MSRP:

23.5”

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

31

Kayaks: Composite

Your kayak options:

Composite construction Composite construction is a class of material types that includes fibreglass, Kevlar, carbon and other fabrics. For decades composite/glass kayaks have been the standard, recognized for their durability, stiffness, light weight and overall performance.

The term composite comes from the composition of two materials in the construction: usually the fibreglass matt and the resin.

A typical kayak is covered with gelcoat, a standard for marine construction for its ease of use in the construction process. The gelcoat is sprayed in the mold prior to the fibreglass, and adheres to the exterior fibres in the process. If there is an unfortunate

side to composite kayaks it is that the gelcoat is easily scratched and abraded, and so it is not uncommon for hull bottoms to wear down to bare fibreglass through typical use. Fibreglass, while tough, also has a breaking point and so for rough water around rocks poly boats are the most popular for their durability.

Regardless, fibreglass kayaks remain the most prized of kayaks with Kevlar and carbon upping the appeal and the price for the lighter weight. Because of the labour-intensive construction process, it’s not uncommon for top-end kayaks to run upwards of $5,000.

S12

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar 12 (S12) has great primary stability and tracking with efficient hull lines provide confidence and performance to those who paddle it. The over sized cockpit opening make it easy to enter or exit the boat. Water tight bow and stern storage compartments have ample storage for day tripping or overnight tours.

Length: 12’ Weight: 18.6, 15.3, 14.1, 13.6 Width:

65

MSRP:

$1595, $1915, $2280, $3055

Epic GPX Epic Kayaks

The Epic GPX appeals to a broad range of kayakers with its prefect blend of stability, light weight, and optimal tracking. Available in three construction types weighing in at 25, 31, or 37 lbs. The GPX is outfitted with two bulkheads, front deck cutaways, a large rear storage hatch, heavy-duty full deck lines and outfitting, and an adjustable backrest designed to fit any paddler.

32

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 12’ 11” (3.94 m) Weight: 39/33/27 lbs Width:

25” (63.5 cm)

MSRP:

$1,695.00-$2,695

Kayaks: Composite/13’+ S14-LV

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar 14 Low Volume (S14-LV) Touring Kayak is in response to demand for a smaller version of our popular S14. Designed for speed and stability for small to medium sized paddlers for touring and fitness paddling, the S14-LV has the speed of a much longer boat.

Length: 13’ 9” Weight: 56.4 Width:

29

MSRP:

$1825, $2170, $2770, $3870

Tsunami 135 PRO Wilderness Systems

Excellent for both novice and advanced users, this slim and responsive kayak is one of the most celebrated designs on the market today. A multi-chined, V-shaped hull fuses tight tracking and stability for outstanding performance. Premium Phase 3 outfitting offers unmatched comfort and adjustability for all-day or all-weekend treks.

Length: 13’6” Weight: 44 Width:

23”

MSRP:

$1,389.00

Tsunami 140 PRO Wilderness Systems

The Tsunami 140 PRO is excellent for both novice and advanced users and this slim and responsive kayak series is one of the most exciting touring styles on the market.

The multi-chined, V-shaped hull fuses tight tracking and stability for outstanding performance. Available in lightweight and efficient composite construction.

Length: 14’ Weight: 47 Width:

24”

MSRP:

$1,389.00

S14

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

Unlike any other boat of this length, the S14 has the speed of a much longer boat, but beginners can feel comfortable paddling it. Two water tight hatches allow for ample storage for day and overnight trips, while the retractable skeg in the stern helps with tracking.

Length: 14’ 3” Weight: 19.1, 16.6, 15.6, 14.5 kg Width:

34.5

MSRP:

$1825, $2170, $2770, $3870 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

33

Kayaks: Composite/14’+ PAKESSO BorealDesign

The Pakesso with rudder is both compact and lightweight. The rudder will appeal to the novice paddler, by allowing them to easily steer the kayak. A more experienced paddler will appreciate the reverse hard chine combined with a semi-arched hull. Standard equipment includes a rudder, a comfort seat, recessed hatches with quick release, thigh braces, recessed fittings and deck line.

Length: 14’6” (4.42 m) Weight: N/A Width:

22.5” (57.2 cm)

MSRP:

$2,499-$2,699 USD

Cygnet

Nimbus Kayaks A compact touring kayak, designed expressly for the lighter/smaller paddler. Cygnet is ideally suited for paddlers from 90-150 pounds, but still fun to paddle for the 180 pound paddlers who likes a snug fit and snappy performance. It is a very lively kayak, due in part to its shorter length and lighter weight. It is excellent for day trips and short expeditions for light packers. Flush hatches give this model a very clean appearance.

Length: 14’9” Weight: 46 lbs/39 lbs Options: Kevlar MSRP: $3,985/$4,595

S15

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar 15 (S15) Touring Kayak was designed for speed and stability for small to medium sized paddlers for touring and fitness paddling. The hull has long water lines and a soft chine and we added a moderate concavity along the keel of the bow and stern to help with tracking in rough conditions.

34

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 15’ 1” Weight: 19.5, 16.5, 15.7, 15 kg Width:

54.8 cm

MSRP:

$1950, $2350, $2950, $3999

Kayaks: Composite/15’+ Zephyr 155 Pro Wilderness Systems

Coremat and fiberglass materials help us achieve the lightweight construction and technical capabilities of our PRO models. Bonded together, they create an I-beam effect that increases the stiffness, rigidity, strength, and longevity that Wilderness Systems’ performance standards demand.

Length: 15’ 6” Weight: 46 Width:

22.5”

MSRP:

$2,929.00

Zephyr 160 Pro Wilderness Systems

Increased size and capacity is balanced by lightweight composite materials. Coremat and fiberglass materials help us achieve the lightweight construction and technical capabilities of our PRO models. Bonded together, they create an I-beam effect which increases the stiffness, rigidity, strength, and longevity.

Length: 16’ Weight: 48 Width:

23”

MSRP:

$2,929.00

S16

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar 16 (S16) Touring Kayak was designed for speed and stability for long distance tours. We added a moderate concavity along the keel of the bow and stern to help with tracking in rough conditions. For windy days and following seas, a drop-down rudder off the stern will help keep your course

Length: 16’ Weight: 20.8, 17.1, 16.1, 15.6 kg Width:

56.2 cm

MSRP:

$2025, $2450, $3115, $4310

NARWHAL BorealDesign

The Narwhal is comfortable, stable and easy to paddle.

Its length and volume provide the storage space to meet the needs of most sea kayakers and a spacious cockpit affords ample room for the legs and feet. With its flared hull, the Narwhal offers stability in waves without noticeably impeding cruising speed, a factor sure to instill confidence in novice paddlers.

Length: 16’ (4.88 m) Weight: N/A Width:

24 ¼” (61.6 cm)

MSRP:

$2,899 USD 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

35

Kayaks: Composite/16’+ Epic 16X Epic Kayaks

The Epic 16X offers a unique combination of stability, maneuverability, and speed that touring paddlers of all abilities appreciate. This lightweight, sport-performance kayak weighs 40 lbs. in our Performance construction, and a mere 34 lbs. in Ultra construction.

Length: 16’ 00” (4.88 m) Weight: 41/35 lbs Width:

23” (58.4 cm)

MSRP:

$3,395-$4,395

Tsunami 165 Pro W/Rudder Wilderness Systems

This composite edition handles agitated water and weather conditions with increased performance.

Coremat and fiberglass materials help us achieve the lightweight construction and technical capabilities of our PRO models. Bonded together, they create an I-beam effect that increases the stiffness, rigidity, strength, and longevity.

Length: 16’ 6” Weight: 55 Width:

23.75”

MSRP:

$1,459.00

Kap Farvel Nimbus Kayaks

The Kap Farvel was designed in response to requests from experienced paddlers who wanted a rudderless kayak in the Greenland style, but reflecting Steve Schleicher’s ideas on design, comfort and performance.

It was conceived as a day paddling boat with the capacity to be used on day-weekend trips. The design is quite stable in spite of its narrow hull because the thin ends and rocker increase the draft and effectively lower the paddler’s centre of gravity.

Length: 16’10” Weight: 45/42 lbs Options: Kevlar MSRP:

Solander

Nimbus Kayaks

Length: 16’2”

Width:

Weight: 46 lbs/39 lbs Options: Kevlar MSRP: 36

$3,985/$4,595 Kayay Gear GUIDE

$3,710/$4,350

2014

23”

A compact touring kayak, designed expressly for the lighter/smaller paddler. Cygnet is ideally suited for paddlers from 90-150 pounds, but still fun to paddle for the 180 pound paddlers who likes a snug fit and snappy performance. It is a very lively kayak, due in part to its shorter length and lighter weight. It is excellent for day trips and short expeditions for light packers. Flush hatches give this model a very clean appearance.

Kayaks: Composite/16’+ Cosma

Seaward Kayaks

The Cosma’s fine entry, moderate rocker, 23” beam and shallow `Vee’ multi-chined hull makes this a stable and seaworthy light touring and day boat. The multiple chines create a superb platform for edging and secondary stabilty. It is ideally suited to a paddler weighing less than 180 lbs.

Length: 16’2” Weight: 52 lbs.

Width:

23”

MSRP:

$3,675 USD

Luna

Seaward Kayaks

The Luna provides paddlers under 180 lbs with a comfortable fit. It has good initial and secondary stability and handles adverse sea conditions very well. This kayak is at home on day trips, yet has enough storage space for multi-day expeditions. The Luna’s slightly rockered hull enhances maneuverability ensuring long term enjoyment of this versatile craft.

Length: 16’2” Weight: 52 lbs Width:

23”

MSRP:

$3,675 USD

Horizon-S

Nimbus Kayaks

The Horizon was designed shortly after the Solander in response to a request for slightly more stablity with most of the Solander’s easy, responsive paddling characteristics. A bit more volume was added to the chines, creating a medium- sized kayak that is moderately chined for initial stability. It tracks well and is easy to turn when leaned on its slight chine. The sectional model (HorizonS) comes apart in three sections.

Length: 16’3” Weight: 61/57 lbs Width:

23.5”

MSRP:

N/A

Horizon

Nimbus Kayaks

The Horizon was designed shortly after the Solander in response to a request for a kayak with slightly more stablity and with most of the Solander’s easy responsive paddling characteristics. A bit more volume was added to the chines creating a medium sized kayak that is moderately chined for initial stability. It tracks well and is easy to turn when leaned on its slight chine. The versatile Horizon is also available as a three-piece sectional known as the Horizon-S.

Length: 16’3” Weight: 48/41 lbs Width:

23.5”

MSRP:

N/A 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

37

Kayaks: Composite/16’+ EPSILON C100 BorealDesign

Boreal Designs’ Epsilon C100 the smallest in our rudder series of Epsilons is a great platform for smaller adults or kids looking for an efficient touring kayak that is fast and light enough to keep up with longer boats. Composite Boreal Design kayaks are constructed using the latest infusion technology allowing us to produce, The Epsilon 100 has three storage hatches with large openings, one on the bow and stern and a day hatch behind the seat to store essentials.

Length: 16’4” (4.98 m) Weight: 53 / 48 / 44 lbs. (24 / 21.8 / 20 kg) Width:

22½” (57.2 cm)

MSRP:

$3,199 USD

VITAL 166 BorealDesign

There’s something magic about the way the Vital fits and handles for small adults. It’s playful, has good speed, very stable yet easy to edge, easy to roll, and they handle well in wind, rips, and surf. The Vital’s speed and storage volume makes it a great all around sea kayak for both day trips and and camping.

Length: 16’6’’ Weight: 52/48/44 lb Width:

21’’

MSRP:

$2,499

Tempest 165 Pro Wilderness Systems

Beautiful aesthetics and enhanced performance make this one of the most acclaimed sea kayaks on the market.

Coremat and fiberglass materials help us achieve the lightweight construction and technical capabilities of our PRO models. Increases the stiffness, rigidity, strength, and longevity that Wilderness Systems’ performance standards demand.

Njak

Width:

21.5”

MSRP:

$3,029.00

NJAK has a bit more initial stability than our Horizon and, because of the increase in volume of the chines in the middle section of the kayak, it sits a bit higher out of the water, making it more manoeuvrable, even though it has the same amount of rocker as the Horizon.

Weight: 49/42 lbs Options: Kevlar

Kayay Gear GUIDE

Weight: 49

Nimbus Kayaks

Length: 16’6”

38

Length: 16’6”

2014

Kayaks: Composite/16’+ BAFFIN C1 BorealDesign

The Baffin C1 is Boreal Designs’ solution to those demanding a small fitting low profile kayak that exudes the feeling being one with the kayak. It is meant for smaller paddlers looking to hone their skills of Greenland rolling and general rough water paddling knowing its an easy boat to roll up. The Baffin’s come with skeg and is operated by the proprietary dial a skeg system that is easily accessed at the front of the cockpit.

Length: 16’6” (5.06 m) Weight: 53 / 48 / 44 lbs. (24 / 21.8 / 20 kg) Width:

21½” (54.6 cm)

MSRP:

$2,349-$3,199 USD

Seafarer

Nimbus Kayaks

The Seafarer was revolutionary at its time in that it had a very soft chined hull. The Seafarer’s soft-chined, nicelyrockered hull provides responsive handling in rough weather and surf. It was designed with ample cockpit space to accommodate the larger, longer-legged paddler and has generous volume for plenty of storage required on longer expeditions.

Length: 16’8” Weight: 55/46 lbs Options: Kevlar MSRP:

$3,985/$4,595

Quantum

Seaward Kayaks

The Quantum is a Traditional Brit style kayak with Seaward’s seasoned flair for innovation and design. The Quantum features a multi-chined hull, low back deck (ideal for rolling), Greenland style bow, and a skeg.

Length: 17.3’ Weight: 54 lbs.

Width:

21.5”

MSRP:

$3,750 USD

Tempest 170 Pro Wilderness Systems

Composite material construction and innovative hull design make for the ultimate kayak for those who need to push their limits. Get added control and durability on your expedition from the redesigned TruTrak Skeg System.

Length: 17’ Weight: 51 Width:

22”

MSRP:

$3,029.00 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

39

Kayaks: Composite/17’+ Tyee

Seaward Kayaks

The Tyee with a green-land upswept bow, increadible stability and a high cargo capacity are only some of the reasons it is one of the most sought after kayaks by tour operators. A generous beam coupled with a long waterline means the Tyee is an excellent choice for fishing, photography or casual tripping. The Tyee�s snug fitting cockpit and extra volume in the bow allow for a dry ride even when heavily loaded.

Length: 17’ Weight: 56 lbs.

Width:

24”

MSRP:

$3,675 USD

Vision

Seaward Kayaks

Seaward’s Vision is our highest volume expedition kayak. Based on our highly popular Navigator model we have taken the “V” out of the hull, added additional hull rocker for increased maneuverability and increased the volume in the bow for extra buoyancy while surfing into your favorite beach. Also featured in this kayak is a roomy cockpit, recessed deck fittings and easily accessible “behind the seat” storage to make your paddling an effortless experience.

Length: 17’ Weight: 56 lbs.

Width:

24.5”

MSRP:

$3,675 USD

BAFFIN C2 BorealDesign

The Baffin C2 fits a wide range of paddlers up to around 225lbs. With a generous yet snug cockpit it performs very well executing technical Greenland rolling techniques. The Baffin’s have very low profile deck designs and this of course means less weather cocking vs the fuller volume expedition boats. With its upswept bow and stern combined with adequate rocker the Baffin performs well in storm conditions.

Length: 17’ (5.18 m) Weight: 54 / 49 / 45 lbs. (24.5 / 22.3 / 20.5 kg) Width:

22 ¼” (56.5 cm)

MSRP:

$2,349-$3,199 USD

ELLESMERE BorealDesign

With an outline mirroring the silhouette of traditional sea kayaks, the Ellesmere combines the advantages of the reverse hard chine with a semi-arched hull. Designed for the experienced paddler, standard equipment includes a skeg, sturdy anodized aluminum footrests, a backband seat, thigh braces, recessed fittings and a deck line. The kayak features a practical paddle rest in front of the cockpit. A day hatch is available and a small (Ellesmere OC) or standard-sized cockpit.

40

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 17’ (5.18 m) Weight: 52/47/43 lbs. (23.5/21.4/19.5 kg) Width:

22” (55.9 cm)

MSRP:

$3,299-$3,499 USD

Kayaks: Composite/17’+ EPSILON C200 BorealDesign

Boreal Designs’ Epsilon C200 the best selling unit in the Epsilon series of expedition kayaks with rudder offers the flexibility of fitting a wide variety of paddlers in comfort.

We know that 250 lbs has been in this kayak and it still performs admirably. The Epsilon has a great bungee and deck line configuration allowing you to customize your deck accessories as you see fit. The Epsilon 200 enjoys a day hatch behind the cockpit and two oval hatches sealed by soft proprietary rubber hatches.

Length: 17’ (5.18 m) Weight: 55 / 50 / 46 lbs. (25 / 22.7 / 20.9 kg) Width:

23½” (59.7 cm)

MSRP:

$3,199 USD

ALVIK

BorealDesign

The Alvik is designed for the intermediate paddler seeking performance, comfort and elegance. It is also an excellent option for the beginner who aspires to attain a higher skill level. A long waterline allows the paddler to achieve excellent acceleration and cruise speeds. A moderate rocker enhances maneuverability when leaning.

For long and short expeditions, loaded or not, the Alvik is always an outstanding choice.

Length: 17’ (5.18 m) Weight: 51/46/42 lbs. (23/20.9/19.1 kg) Width:

23” (58.4 cm)

MSRP:

$2.999

Tsunami 175 W/Rudder Wilderness Systems

Maximum storage capacity and increased weight efficiency from the lightweight composite construction.

Coremat and fiberglass materials help us achieve the lightweight construction and technical capabilities of our PRO models. Bonded together, they create an I-beam effect that increases the stiffness, rigidity, strength, and longevity.

Length: 17’ 6” Weight: 58 Width:

24”

MSRP:

$1,529.00

Legend

Nigel Foster

The Legend handles beautifully in wild conditions and surfs with precision in following seas. The hull provides a comfortable degree of initial stability, while the chines offer substantial secondary stability that can be used to the paddler’s advantage to confidently tilt or edge the Legend to enhance its turning performance. The Legend is proudly manufactured by Seaward under licence from Nigel.

Length: 17’10” Weight: 188 ltrs Width:

21”

MSRP:

N/A 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

41

Kayaks: Composite/17’+ Silhouette Nigel Foster

The Silhouette combines a sleek shape with a formidable performance. It was designed by Nigel Foster as a performance sea kayak for the smaller paddler and for those seeking a lightweight, snug-fitting day-boat. The Silhouette features the same clean deck layout consistent with the rest of the Nigel Foster range. The Silhouette is manufactured by Seaward under licence from Nigel.

Length: 17’10” Weight: 55 lbs.

Width:

20.5”

MSRP:

N/A

Shadow

Nigel Foster

The Shadow is a performance sea kayak with increased stability and solid secondary stability for crisp edged turns. The larger “keyhole” cockpit allows easy access making the Shadow and the paddler seeking a reassuring craft.

Carrying capacity for expeditions is excellent, with loading through the two large oval hatches and the “dayhatch” standard on all of Foster’s designs.

Length: 17’10” Weight: 59 lbs.

Width:

22”

MSRP:

N/A

VAAG 174 BorealDesign

The Vaag is for average sized paddlers. It’s playful, has good speed, very stable yet easy to edge, easy to roll, and they handle well in wind, rips, and surf. The Vaag’s speed and storage volume makes it a great all around sea kayak for both day trips and and camping.

Length: 17’4’’ Weight: 54/49/45 lb Width:

21 ‘’

MSRP:

$3,499 USD

Aurora

Seaward Kayaks

The Aurora’s performance addresses all skill levels.

Loaded or empty this kayak retains a great balance of initial and secondary stability. The large cockpit opening and a 15” deck height will accommodate paddlers of many sizes. The Aurora is ideal for medium to large paddlers, but is also accommodating to smaller paddlers who choose to customize the cockpit fit. While day tripping or on a longer tour, the Aurora will track well and is easy to edge and maneuver.

42

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 17’6” Weight: 54 lbs.

Width:

24.25”

MSRP:

$3,675 USD

Kayaks: Composite/17’+ BAFFIN C3 BorealDesign

The Baffin C3 is built for the longer leg or larger paddlers looking for that fit solution when searching for that performance kayak. The C3 is simply an aggressive fitting kayak for large folks looking to practice Greenlander techniques and or play in aggressive sea state. Alternatively the C3 loads up for a couple weeks. The three hatches and four bulkheads make the Baffin series a very safe boat in adverse conditions in the hands of experienced paddlers.

Length: 17’6” (5.34 m) Weight: 56 / 51 / 47 lbs. (25.5 / 23.2 / 21.4 kg) Width:

23” (58.4 cm)

MSRP:

$2,349-$3,199 USD

EPSILON C300 BorealDesign

Boreal Designs’ Epsilon C300 commonly known as the boat that fits everyone. Access your gear easily with the large oval rubber proprietary soft hatches. Leg room galore and room to put that pelican dry box carrying your favourite camera in between your legs. The Epsilon 300 will appeal to tour operators also since all novices through intermediate will enjoy every day spent on the water and wake up wanting more.

Length: 17’6” (5.34 m) Weight: 57 / 52 / 48 lbs. (25.8 / 23.5 / 21.8 kg) Width:

24 ¼” (61.6 cm)

MSRP:

$3,199 USD

Tempest 180 Pro Wilderness Systems

For larger kayakers, the lengthiest Tempest is balanced by lightweight material. Coremat and fiberglass materials help us achieve the lightweight construction and technical capabilities of our PRO models. Bonded together, they create an I-beam effect that increases the stiffness, rigidity, strength, and longevity.

Length: 18’ Weight: 55 Width:

23”

MSRP:

$3,029.00

S18

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

Similar to the S16, the Stellar 18 (S18) Touring Kayak was designed for speed and stability for long distance tours.

With additional length and reduced beam, this boat glides through the water. Moderate concavity along the keel of the bow and stern helps with tracking in rough conditions.

Length: 18’ Weight: 22.7, 18.1, 16.6, 16.6 kg Width:

23”

MSRP:

$2375, $2820, $3585, $4950 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

43

Kayaks: Composite/18’+ S18R

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar 18 Race (S18R) is the next generation of performance sea kayak and was born from a simple desire to go fast. With a fair hull, a longer waterline and narrower beam than the S18, the S18R is a racing machine. The S18R is also a regulation USCA Fast Sea Kayak.

Length: 18’ Weight: 22, 17.8, 16, 15.5 kg Width:

53.2 cm

MSRP:

$2399, $2885, $3665, $4995

SI18

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar Intrepid 18 (SI18) Sea Kayak, a very capable and more traditional hull design. Hard chines, a defined keel and a retractable skeg provide excellent handling in the Rock-Gardens or longer adventures. For storage, the SI18 has 3 sealed storage compartments, a small day hatch in front of the cockpit and deck rigging.

Length: 18’ Weight: 22.5, 19.8, 18.5, 18.5 Width:

54

MSRP:

$2500, $2995, $3775, $5115

Epic 18X Epic Kayaks

The Epic 18X family is designed for intermediate to advanced touring paddlers seeking a distinct edge in a high-performance kayak. Paddlers find that the sleek, efficient shape and long waterline enable them to cover long distances with exceptional ease and speed, and deliver excellent performance in rough water conditions.

Length: 18’ 0” (5.48 m) Weight: 42/35 lbs.

Width:

22” (55.88 cm)

MSRP:

$3,395-$4,395

Epic 18X Sport Epic Kayaks

The Epic 18X Sport is designed, like the 18X, for intermediate to advanced touring paddlers seeking a distinct edge in a high-performance kayak. Paddlers find the increased stability and sleek, efficient shape of the 18X allow them to cover long distances with exceptional ease and speed, and that it performs great in rough water conditions.

44

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 18’ 0” (5.48 m) Weight: 43/37 lbs Width:

22” (55.88 cm)

MSRP:

$3,395-$4,395

Kayaks: Composite/18’+ Telkwa Sport Nimbus Kayaks

Telkwa Sport is for smaller paddlers wanting a tighter fitting, slightly narrower kayak than the Telkwa. It has all the capabilties of the Telkwa but incorporates a smaller cockpit, lower deck and narrower hull. Performancewise, due its narrower hull, it tracks slightly better than its larger cousins and may be just slightly faster. It is an ideal tripping kayak for all but the fairly large paddlers who will find the Telkwa or Telkwa HV a better fit.

Length: 18’3” Weight: 53/45 lbs Options: Kevlar MSRP:

$3,985/$4,595

Telkwa

Nimbus Kayaks

The Telkwa is a long, high- volume kayak, but it is surprisingly nimble for its size and suits a wide variety of paddlers. The Telkwa was designed to be a full fledged ocean touring kayak capable of doing unsupported trips of at least a couple weeks duration. It will carry you and your gear to all parts of our coast with ease. The Telkwa with its unique combination of tracking and turning make it the an excellent choice for long distance touring or day tripping following the coast line closely.

Length: 18’3” Weight: 53/45 lbs Options: Kevlar MSRP:

$3,985/$4,595

Telkwa HV Nimbus Kayaks

The Telkwa HV is our largest single and can carry an impressive load. The hull is almost identical to the Telkwa but the deck is 1” deeper in the cockpit area. This extra height in the middle of the boat tapers to the same size as the Telkwa at the ends. It handles very much like the Telkwa but with slightly more windage and is able to hold more gear. The Telkwa HV is the ideal boat for larger paddlers or those who like lots of space in the cockpit.

Length: 18’3” Weight: 56/48 lbs Options: Kevlar MSRP:

$3,985/$4,595

LABRADOR BorealDesign

A medium volume model, the Labrador is a member of the family of the reverse hard chine line of performanceoriented kayaks. It is designed for paddlers looking to combine speed and exceptional tracking ability with sufficient storage for excursions lasting several days. The Labrador’s long waterline and hull shape are optimized to reduce the impact of wave and water friction. Available with rudder or skeg system.

Length: 18’4” (5.6 m) Weight: N/A Width:

21” (53.4 cm)

MSRP:

$3,399-$3,599 USD 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

45

Kayaks: Composite/18’+ Ascente

Seaward Kayaks

The Ascente, with its sleek lines and sporty appeal, is the perfect kayak to lead the group. Recessed hatches and deck fittings create the deck’s smooth look while the low deck height, 6” low backrest and curved thigh supports provide paddling comfort and optimal bracing support while edging turns. This responsive boat tracks well with or without gear. Ideal for someone looking to develop their skills, the Ascente handles gracefuly like the Quest but with less volume, rocker and length.

Length: 18’5” Weight: 55 lbs.

Width:

22.5”

MSRP:

$3,675 USD

Chilco

Seaward Kayaks

The Chilco has a multi-chined, low-rocker hull for high speed and effortless tracking. Well-defined chines allow the kayak to have a relatively small wetted surface and solid stability for edging turns. The shallow “V” of the hull makes this lightweight expedition kayak stable while at rest or underway. The acceleration and forward speed is very fast.

Length: 16’2” Weight: 55 lbs.

Width:

22.5”

MSRP:

$3,675 USD

Quest

Seaward Kayaks

Seaward’s design team has pulled out all the stops to blend just the right amount of length and rocker in a semi “V” hull design to yield a truly high performance touring kayak. The Quest takes rough sea conditions in its stride and its long waterline assures smooth acceleration and excellent tracking. With all these performance features including recessed deck fittings, raised rear hatch, an under deck bag, and a compass make the Quest ideal to paddle or trip in.

Length: 19’ Weight: 58 lbs Width:

22.5”

MSRP:

$3,750 USD

Quest x3

Seaward Kayaks

X3 = eXtra 3rd hatch, conveniently located just behind the cockpit with a separate bulkhead, allows safe, dry storage for all the small items you need on a day’s paddle or a week’s excursion.With its low deck profile, recessed deck fittings, long waterline, and over 184 liters of storage space the Quest X3 will easily take you on those expeditions you have only dreamt of...until now!

46

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 19’ Weight: 58 Width:

22.5”

MSRP:

$3,865 USD

Kayaks: Tandem Santee 140T

Hurricane Aquasports

So you want a tandem kayak, which means you want an extra seat to share the experience, but you’d rather not paddle a polyethylene barge. That’s why we designed the Santee 140T ‘ a tandem kayak with a solo soul and lightweight attitude. It cuts through the water with stability and performance, and with our unique Trylon construction, it weighs in at a svelte 57 pounds, which means you won’t need a wench and pulleys to get it off your racks.

Length: 14 feet/ 4.3m Weight: 57 lbs/ 25.85 kg Width:

31.5 inches/ 80 cm

MSRP:

$1349 USD

Shasta

Eddyline Kayaks

The Shasta is a versatile, lightweight open cockpit double with a whole host of accessories and many options for a variety of uses. Paddle solo, with your partner, child, dog or any combination of the above. Quite efficient in the water, it is stable, fast and fun for touring, camping and fishing.

Length: 16’ Weight: 63 Width:

28”

MSRP:

$2,749

POLARITY 16.5 Riot Kayaks

The fastest rotomolded tandem and amongst the shortest and easiest to handle, the Polarity has this distinctive catamaran hull that makes it quick, stable and durable all at once. Plenty of room for storage in the front and rear compartments, a full lifeline and lots of deck rigging complement this fun boat with a touch of safety and convenience.

Length: 16’6’’/503 cm Weight: 84.8 lbs - 38.5 kg Width:

26’’/66 cm

MSRP:

$1499

ST17

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar Tandem 17 is ideal for family outings in lakes and rivers. The wide beam provides a stable platform for paddling and the generous cockpit openings make it easy to enter and exit the boat. Dry storage in bow and stern hatches provide ample room for your gear.

Length: 17’ 5” Weight: 29.2, 25.2, 24.2, 18.9 kg Width:

17’ 5”

MSRP:

$3050, $3475, $4375, $5995 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

47

Kayaks: Tandem Kanaka

Nimbus Kayaks

The Kanaka is a small, sporty double that was designed with a lower deck and smaller cockpits to accommodate the shorter paddler (children do very well paddling this double.) It is ideal for an adult and child/dog as it can easily be controlled by a single paddler in the rear cockpit. Storage volume is adequate for shorter trips or for compact packers. Our lightest double is easy to move around on shore or on the water.

Length: 18’3” Weight: 75/64 lbs Options: Kevlar MSRP:

$4,630/$5,435

Passage TX Seaward Kayaks

The Passage Tx, Seaward’s newest Thermoform double, is a speedy, lightweight tandem with a stable hull, comfortable for new and experienced paddlers. We have developed the cockpits to accommodate paddlers of all sizes.

The outstanding comfort of the Passage is excellent for an afternoon cruise or a multi-day trip.

Length: 18’3” Weight: 75 lbs.

Width:

29”

MSRP:

$2,799 USD

Gemini

Seaward Kayaks

The Gemini is a speedy, lightweight tandem with a stable hull, comfortable for new and experienced paddlers. We have developed the cockpits to accommodate paddlers of all sizes. Fiberglass bulkheads separate the cockpits from the compartments filled with all your gear. The outstanding comfort of the Gemini is excellent for an afternoon cruise or a multi-day trip.

Length: 18’3” Weight: 80 lbs.

Width:

29”

MSRP:

$4,455 USD

Kerama

Nimbus Kayaks

This compact tandem kayak has a shallow arch hull with a fairly hard chine resulting in a very stable kayak. The kayak, even with its modest rocker, is quite manoeuvrable as the shallow arch provides enough flotation to make the small amount of rocker very effective. For it modest length, this kayak will carry a reasonable amount of gear. The Kerama has our smaller size cockpit rim but is suprisingly accommodating once you are sitting in it.

48

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 18’7” Weight: 83/75 lbs Width:

30”

MSRP:

N/A

Kayaks: Tandem Hyak

Nimbus Kayaks

The successor to our very popular Seafarer K-2, the Hyak is an exellent choice for a nimble expedition double. It features roomy cockpits and reasonable storage volume.

The Hyak has soft chines and is slightly narrower than many of the doubles on the market, making it a lively boat to paddle. The large buoyant bow, with paddlers located in the centre of the kayak, makes for a dry ride and adds to the kayak’s storage capacity.

Length: 19’3” Weight: 80/67 lbs Options: Kevlar MSRP:

$4,630/$5,435

Delta 20T Delta Kayaks

A lightweight and maneuverable tandem with four bulkheads and three dry storage compartments make the Twenty T an excellent choice for couples, families and tour operators. Higher than average primary and secondary stability was a key design consideration and after your first excursion, you are likely to note how effortless it is to paddle.

Length: 19’6” Weight: 82 lbs Options: 26.5” MSRP:

ESPERANTO BorealDesign

This plastic tandem is easy to paddle, comfortable and stable, and can reach excellent cruising speeds. A moderate rocker and larger rudder contribute efficiently to responsive turns. The practical center compartment can be used for extra storage or outfitted with an optional child seat/bulkhead. The kayak is ideally suited to paddlers with mixed abilities or families with young children.

Length: 19’6” (5.94 m) Weight: 97 lbs. (44 kg) Width:

28½” (72.4 cm)

MSRP:

N/A

Southwind

Seaward Kayaks

The Southwind provides families as well as rental and tour operators with a stable touring double. The spacious cockpits comfortably accommodate paddlers of all sizes. Large middle and rear hatches make this kayak easy to load and create roomy compartments for children and pets in which to ride. The distance between the cockpits allows for non-synchronized strokes. With ample storage capacity the Southwind can hold an abundance of gear for extended expeditions.

Length: 21’ Weight: 105 lbs Width:

30.5”

MSRP:

$4,885 USD 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

49

Kayaks: Tandem ST21

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar 21 Tandem (ST21) Sea Kayak has long, efficient hull lines that will slice through the water. With a narrow catch and our durable, yet light weight laminates, the ST21 is at home for racing as it is in on long tours quickly eating the miles

Length: 21’ 4” Weight: 31, 26, 25, 18.7 kg Width:

56.8 cm

MSRP:

$3195, $3660, $4799, $6350

Skana

Nimbus Kayaks The Skana is our largest double and a true expedition boat. Storage space is tremendous with a large bulkheaded centre hatch in addition to the large fore and aft hatches. The Skana also features plenty of rocker in the hull which makes this kayak much more responsive than any other double available. It is fast, responsive, roomy and comfortable.

Length: 21’8” Weight: 95/85 lbs Options: Kevlar MSRP:

$4,630/$5,435

Passat g3

Seaward Kayaks

The Passat G3 is based on the original Passat hull, acclaimed by adventure racers (Dual first place in the Yukon River Quest). A slight increase in overall depth, an increased spread of cockpit locations and custom curved bulkheads creates a true 3-hatch (3 cockpits with optional seat) racing and expedition tandem. The Passat G3 has greater stability than most singles. It tracks well, with or without the rudder, edges easily and effortlessly tours at 5 knots.

Length: 22’ Weight: 90 lbs Width:

26”

MSRP:

$5,095 USD

Passat

Seaward Kayaks

Seaward’s Passat K-2 has set an industry standard for a sleek, fast touring tandem kayak. A “Greenland” style bow, semi -V hull, 26-inch beam and over 233 liters of interior volume add up to a combination of speed, comfort and load capacity that is unequaled in a touring tandem.

50

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 22’ Weight: 85 lbs Width:

26”

MSRP:

$4,650

Kayaks: Tandem The largest Tandem kayak selection for Outfitters.

More than 10 models of tandem kayaks ranging form recreational use to full touring sea kayaks in rotomolded plastic, thermoformed ABS and composite.

Manufacturers of :

Distributors of :

Contact: Mark Hall 250 739 2830 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

51

Kayaks: Performance/Racing/Surf skis Epic K1M Epic Kayaks

The Epic Legacy K1 M is the perfect boat for lighter paddlers weighing between 58 and 76 kg (128 to 167 lbs).

Available in Performance and Elite versions.

Length: 16” (40.6cm) Weight: 11.5/10.5 kg Width:

22” (55.88 cm)

MSRP:

$2,395-$3,495

Apex K1

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

We designed the hull of the Apex to reduce porpoising, track well and to minimize drag with a low wetted surface area and low form drag. With our background in composites, the Stellar Apex sets the standard for stiffness, transferring more of your power into speed to help propel you to the medals platform.

Length: 17’ Weight: 11.5, 10, 9.2 Width:

41

MSRP:

$2775, $3475, $4695

Epic K1L Epic Kayaks

The Epic Legacy L is optimal for paddlers from 67 to 85 kg (147 to 187 lbs). Also available in XL and XXL for heavier paddlers weighing to 104 kg (229 lbs)

Length: 17’ (5.2 m) Weight: 11.5/10.5 kg Width:

16” (40.6 cm)

MSRP:

$2,395-$3,495

Epic K1 XL Epic Kayaks

The Legacy XL is fastest for paddlers from 76 to 94 kg (167 to 208 lbs)

Length: 17’ (5.2 m) Weight: 11.5/10.5 kg

52

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Width:

16” (40.6cm)

MSRP:

$2,395-$3,495

Kayaks: Performance/Racing/Surf skis Zoom

Nimbus Kayaks

Zoom is a fast, sporty kayak for the seasoned paddler with a very narrow entry, round mid section, slightly harder chine at the stern and a beam of 21.75”, all helping minimize surface area. The Zoom is fast. It is remarkably stable due in part to its considerable rocker for manoeuvrability and improved handling in following seas. With a relatively large volume capacity 330 litres, the Zoom can store most gear for longer excursions.

Length: 17’6.5” Weight: 49/42 lbs Options: Kevlar MSRP:

$3,985/$4,595

Epic V6

Epic Kayaks

Our goal with the Epic V6 Tourer is to provide a boat that bridges the gap between sea kayaks and surfskis. By blending speed, high stability and a performance oriented deck & outfitting, the V6 Tourer offers new levels of accessibility and opportunity. Infusion grade foam core.

Composite hybrid of fiberglass, carbon fiber, and Kevlar.

Vacuum infused, heat-cured epoxy. Black bow & stern.

Length: 16’ 00” (4.88 m) Weight: 39 lbs Width:

23” (58.4 cm)

MSRP:

$2,995.00

S18S

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar 18 Surf Ski (S18S) is an entry level surf ski with great top end speed from the S18R hull design, along with the stability that you have come to associate with a Stellar. With 2 dry storage compartments, the S18S is not only a Surf Ski, but also a capable touring kayak.

Length: 18’ Weight: 18, 16.3, 13, 12.5 kg Width:

53.3 cm

MSRP:

$2060, $2615, $3699, $4900

Epic V8 Club Epic Kayaks

Our goal with the V8 is to provide a boat that bridges the gap between sea kayaks and surfskis. By blending speed, high stability and a performance oriented deck & outfitting, the V8 offers new levels of accessibility and opportunity. Fiberglass on a core mat. Vacuum bagged with polyester resin. Blue bow & stern

Length: 18’0” (5.48 m) Weight: 39 lbs (17.5 kg) Width:

22” (55.88 cm)

MSRP:

$2,395.00 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

53

Kayaks: Performance/Racing/Surf skis Epic V8 Performance Epic Kayaks

Fitness paddlers and racers who want extra emphasis on stability, touring kayakers looking to make the transition to high performance surfskis, or cruisers looking for a simple, efficient boat for a day on the water. Infusion grade foam core. Composite hybrid of fiberglass, carbon fiber, and Kevlar. Vacuum infused, heat-cured epoxy.

Black bow and stern

Length: 18’0” (5.48 m) Weight: 35 lbs (16 kg) Width:

22” (55.88 cm)

MSRP:

$2,895.00

Epic V8 Ultra Epic Kayaks

With a hull design featuring specs of 18’ x 22”, the V8 is unique in its class. Fast, yet extremely stable, this is a surfski that most kayakers should be able to hop right onto and paddle off. Nomex honeycomb core. Woven carbon and Kevlar fabric. Vacuum bagged, heat-cured epoxy. Red bow and stern

Length: 18’0” (5.48 m) Weight: 27.5 lbs (12.5 kg) Width:

22” (55.88 cm)

MSRP:

$3,895.00

SR

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar Racer (SR) will surprise you with a top end speed of a much longer boat! The stability of the SR allows you to keep your paddling rhythm without bracing, which keeps the hull speed at a high constant rate than if you were in a racing ski and had to brace.

Length: 19’ 2” Weight: 15, 14.6, 11.5, 10.9 kg Width:

48 cm

MSRP:

$2010, $2599, $3695, $4900

SEI

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar Elite Intermediate (SEI) Surf Ski provides Intermediate paddlers with an all condition boat that has high top-end speeds as well as great stability in rough conditions. Derived from the Stellar Elite Surf Skis, the SEI is also an excellent choice for experienced paddlers looking to refine their technique in heavy seas without losing speed.

54

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 20’ Weight: 15, 14.6, 11.5, 10.9 kg Width:

46 cm

MSRP:

$2010, $2599, $3695, $4900

Kayaks: Performance/Racing/Surf skis Epic V10 Sport Club Epic Kayaks

The V10 Sport offers terrific flat water speed and exceptional rough water performance, similar to the V10, but with more stability. It is the best all-around surf ski for intermediate to advanced paddlers in a variety of conditions. Fiberglass on a core mat. Vacuum bagged with polyester resin. Blue bow & stern

Length: 20’ 0” (6.1 m) Weight: 37 lbs (17.5 kg) Width:

18.9” (48 cm)

MSRP:

$2,395.00

Epic V10 Sport Performance Epic Kayaks

The V10 Sport offers terrific flat water speed and exceptional rough water performance, similar to the V10, but with more stability. It is the best all-around surf ski for intermediate to advanced paddlers in a variety of conditions.Infusion grade foam core. Composite hybrid of fiberglass, carbon fiber, and Kevlar. Vacuum infused, heat-cured epoxy. Black bow & stern

Length: 20’ 0” (6.1 m) Weight: 34 lbs (16 kg) Width:

18.9” (48 cm)

MSRP:

$2,895

Epic V10 Sport Ultra Epic Kayaks

The V10 Sport offers terrific flat water speed and exceptional rough water performance, similar to the V10, but with more stability. It is the best all-around surf ski for intermediate to advanced paddlers in a variety of conditions.Infusion grade foam core. Nomex honeycomb core.

Woven carbon and Kevlar fabric. Vacuum bagged, heatcured epoxy. Red bow and stern

Epic V10 Sport Elite

Length: 20’ 0” (6.1 m) Weight: 27.5 lbs (12.3 kg) Width:

18.9” (48 cm)

MSRP:

$3,895.00

Epic Kayaks

The V10 Sport offers terrific flat water speed and exceptional rough water performance, similar to the V10, but with more stability. It is the best all-around surf ski for intermediate to advanced paddlers in a variety of conditions.Infusion grade foam core. Nomex honeycomb core.

Woven carbon fiber. Wet laminate, vacuum bag. All black carbon (no gel coat) with white decals (K1 & K2 Elite, Red gel coat deck, black hull). Black with white bow & stern (K1 & K2 Elite, Red gel coat deck, black hull).

Length: 20’ 0” (6.1 m) Weight: 27.5 lbs (12.3 kg) Width:

18.9” (48 cm)

MSRP:

$5,095.00 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

55

Kayaks: Performance/Racing/Surf skis Epic V10 Club Epic Kayaks

While we met our goal of designing a boat that is faster than the competition on flat water, the Epic V10 really shines in downwind and upwind heavy sea conditions. A fully adjustable footbrace combines with a high-capacity venturi drain to keep water out. The single footwell and front deck cutaway allow for a closer, more powerful stroke. Fiberglass on a core mat. Vacuum bagged with polyester resin. Blue bow & stern.

Length: 21’ 2” (6.45 m) Weight: 37 lbs (17 kg) Width:

17.7” (45 cm)

MSRP:

$2,395

Epic V10 Performance Epic Kayaks

Designed from the ground up by Oscar Chalupsky, Greg Barton, and computer whiz John Dixon, the Epic V10 is incredibly fast and agile while maintaining comfortable stability. Infusion grade foam core. Composite hybrid of fiberglass, carbon fiber, and Kevlar. Vacuum infused, heat-cured epoxy. Black bow & stern

Length: 21’ 2” (6.45 m) Weight: 34 lbs (15.5 kg) Width:

17.7” (45 cm)

MSRP:

$2,395

Epic V10 Ultra Epic Kayaks

While we met our goal of designing a boat that is faster than the competition on flat water, the Epic V10 really shines in downwind and upwind heavy sea conditions.

Nomex honeycomb core. Woven carbon and Kevlar fabric. Vacuum bagged, heat-cured epoxy. Red bow & stern

Length: 21’ 2” (6.45 m) Weight: 27 lbs (12.3 kg) Width:

17.7” (45 cm)

MSRP:

$3,895

Epic V10 Elite Epic Kayaks

The adjustable footbrace with self-adjusting pedals will accommodate paddlers from 5’3” to 6’7” in height. A smaller paddler would be better served by our V10L surf ski model. Nomex honeycomb core. Woven carbon fiber.

Wet laminate, vacuum bag. All black carbon (no gel coat) with white decals (K1 & K2 Elite, Red gel coat deck, black hull). Black with white bow & stern (K1 & K2 Elite, Red gel coat deck, black hull).

56

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 21’ 2” (6.45 m) Weight: 24 lbs (10.8 kg) Width:

17.7” (45 cm)

MSRP:

$5,095

Kayaks: Performance/Racing/Surf skis SES

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar Elite Small (SES) revolutionized the Surf Ski industry, where finally a boat was specifically designed for lighter weight paddlers, with the length, beam, depth and wetted surface fit the paddler. At Stellar, we know the importance of the relation between the paddlers� size and the wetted surface area of the boat.

Length: 20’ 4” Weight: 15, 14.2, 11, 10.2 kg Width:

41.6 cm

MSRP:

$2010, $2599, $3695, $4900

Epic V12 Epic Kayaks

Club: Fiberglass on a core mat. Vacuum bagged with polyester resin. Blue bow & stern. Performance model: Infusion grade foam core. Composite hybrid of fiberglass, carbon fiber, and Kevlar. Vacuum infused, heat-cured epoxy. Black bow & stern. Ultra: Nomex honeycomb core.

Woven carbon and Kevlar fabric. Vacuum bagged, heatcured epoxy. Red bow & stern. Elite: Nomex honeycomb core. Woven carbon fiber. Wet laminate, vacuum bag.

Length: 21.0” (6.4 m) Weight: 37/34/27.5/24 lbs.

Width:

17.1” (43.5 cm)

MSRP:

$2,395-$5,095

Epic V14 Epic Kayaks

Performance model: Infusion grade foam core. Composite hybrid of fiberglass, carbon fiber, and Kevlar.

Vacuum infused, heat-cured epoxy. Black bow & stern.

Ultra: Nomex honeycomb core. Woven carbon and Kevlar fabric. Vacuum bagged, heat-cured epoxy. Red bow & stern. Elite: Nomex honeycomb core. Woven carbon fiber.

Wet laminate, vacuum bag. All black carbon (no gel coat).

Capacity: 300 lbs (136 kg).

Length: 21.0” (6.4 m) Weight: 33/26.5/24 lbs.

Width:

16.9” (42.9 cm)

MSRP:

$2,895-$5,095

SEL

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar Elite Low (SEL) Surf Ski came in response to the paddlers in more sheltered waters looking for reduced windage on the bow deck. With the same hull as the SE, it maintains its stable platform and world class speed.

Length: 21’ 6” Weight: 15.5, 15, 11.8, 10.9 kg Width:

44 cm

MSRP:

$2010, $2599, $3695, $4900 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

57

Kayaks: Performance/Racing/Surf skis Epic V10 Double Epic Kayaks

Our goal for this boat is very similar to our goals when we introduced the V10. We wanted to make a boat faster than anything existing in the class, while still making it user friendly enough that a large number of people can enjoy it. Performance model: Infusion grade foam core.

Composite hybrid of fiberglass, carbon fiber, and Kevlar.

Vacuum infused, heat-cured epoxy. Black bow & stern.

Ultra: Nomex honeycomb core. Woven carbon and Kevlar fabric.

Length: 24’ 11” (7.6 m) Weight: 33/26.5/24 lbs.

Width:

19” (48.3 cm)

MSRP:

$2,895-$5,095

S2E

Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis

The Stellar Elite Double (S2E) Surf Ski will have you smiling, designed for true ocean conditions with ample volume in the bow. Double venturi bailers ensure speedy bailing in even the worst of conditions. Stability inherent in the design gives you confidence to truly push yourself in all conditions without compromising speed.

58

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 24’ 7” Weight: 24, 23, 19, 19.2 Width:

48

MSRP:

$2550, $3110, $4310, $5585

Kayaks: Whitewater Astro 54 Riot Kayaks

The Astro series offers crisp and dynamic freestyle playboating, with release edges all around the hull, the perfect amount of rocker back and forth, and just the buoyancy you need to push it down without staying down. The result? A bouncing machine that will let you show it off without kicking you off the curb in the next turn. Whether you land frontwards or backwards’ we’ll leave that up to you!

Length: 6’2’/188 cm Weight: 37.4 lbs - 17 kg Style:

Playboating

MSRP:

$849

Astro 58 Riot Kayaks

The Astro series offers crisp and dynamic freestyle playboating, with release edges all around the hull, the perfect amount of rocker back and forth, and just the buoyancy you need to push it down without staying down. The result? A bouncing machine that will let you show it off without kicking you off the curb in the next turn. Whether you land frontwards or backwards’ we’ll leave that up to you!

Length: 6’4’’/193 cm Weight: 39.0 lbs - 17.7 kg Style:

Playboating

MSRP:

$849

Thunder 65 Riot Kayaks

A current is energy. Any source of energy is useless until channeled, cleverly conducted towards an effect, and that’s what the Thunder 65 does. Point it upstream and its beveled edges and flat, shallow hull will make any ferry effortless; point it downstream and all that speed makes it punch through everything smoothly. Just like a reversible switch.

Length: 7’8’’/234 cm Weight: 47.8 lbs - 21.7 kg Style:

River Running

MSRP:

$849

Thunder 76 Riot Kayaks

A current is energy. Any source of energy is useless until channeled, cleverly conducted towards an effect, and that’s what the Thunder 65 does. Point it upstream and its beveled edges and flat, shallow hull will make any ferry effortless; point it downstream and all that speed makes it punch through everything smoothly. Just like a reversible switch.

Length: 8’/244 cm Weight: 51.1 lbs - 23.2 kg Style:

River Running

MSRP:

$849 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

59

Kayaks: Whitewater Magnum 72 Riot Kayaks

Creeking is one of those things where science and the unknown can’t be completely separated. At least it seems that way, but let’s pull the strict science out of the pile: the Magnum. This thing sums up all the knowledge the Riot paddlers have acquired about creeking since day one. It’s got the right length and shape to easily punch through features without losing too much momentum and ending up going vertical; buoyant yet maneuverable’

Length: 7’11’’/241 cm Weight: 47.8 lbs - 21.7 kg Style:

Creeking

MSRP:

$849

Magnum 80 Riot Kayaks

Creeking is one of those things where science and the unknown can’t be completely separated. At least it seems that way, but let’s pull the strict science out of the pile: the Magnum. This thing sums up all the knowledge the Riot paddlers have acquired about creeking since day one. It’s got the right length and shape to easily punch through features without losing too much momentum and ending up going vertical; buoyant yet maneuverable’

Length: 8’4’’/254 cm Weight: 50.7 lbs - 23 kg Style:

Creeking

MSRP:

$849

Boogie 50 Riot Kayaks

Now a classic, the Boogie is undoubtedly the boat of choice on rocky shores and for any surf kayaker seeking an affordable, high-performance and care-free surfing machine. Its squashtail template with super-sharp rails on the back and long, roomy front end provides tremendous speed, tons of carving power, and allows paddlers of all sizes to feel the love.

60

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 7’9’/236 cm Weight: 35.7 lbs/16.2 kg Style:

Surfing

MSRP:

$849

Kayaks: SOT/Fishing/Hybrids Pungo 100

Wilderness Systems Great things come in a small package, this easy-to-manage kayak for smaller paddlers is packed with performance that’s ideal for both fledgling and advanced users.

Weight: 47

Length: 10’

Width: 30”

Height: 13”

MSRP:

$709.00

MSRP:

$709.00

MSRP:

$1,049

Tarpon 100

Wilderness Systems Versatile sit-on-top offers stunning performance for surf play, ponds, lakes, and bays.

Exceptionally large tankwell for its size allows storage of any gear you’ll need for the haul. Also available: Tarpon 100 Angler Weight: 55

Length: 10’

Width: 30.5”

Height: 15.25”

Frontier 10 NuCanoe

In the Frontier, you can do things a better way...your way! Position seats and accessories anywhere along the 70” Freedom Track. Face the action with 360 degree mobility. Stand & fish with confidence on the 20” wide Cast & Blast Deck. Ridiculously stable, surprisingly agile, and completely comfortable, the self-bailing Frontier 10 knows no limits.

Weight: 28kg Length: 10’ 0” Width: 99cm Colour: Lime, Mango, Desert Sand, Olive, Hunter Brown

Delta 10.5 Cat SOT Delta Kayaks

Its unique catamaran style hull provides great stability, tracking and hull speed making it a breeze to paddle whether on a lake, exploring narrow waterways or playing in waves at the beach. The “Sea View” window allows you to explore the world below and above as you paddle.

Weight: 39 lbs Length: 10’5” Width: 30” Colour: Red, Yellow, Lime Green, White

MSRP:

EDGE 11 ANGLER Riot Kayaks

Stable and easy to handle, the Edge 11 Angler will take you fishing where no other boat can. With two flush-mount rod holders behind to carry rods plus an adjustable rod stand in front, you have all that’s needed for a comfortably seated successful campaign of hide-and-seek with your favorite fish.

Weight: 55.1 lbs Length: 11’ Width: 27’’ Height: 12.5”

MSRP:

$749

MSRP:

$1,099.00

Ride 115 Advance Angler Wilderness Systems

This 12-footer packs more stability, capacity, and versatility than any fishing kayak in its class. Loaded with innovative features like the sliding, removable Freedom Elite Seating System, the tool-less SlideTrax Accessory System and Phase 3 AirPro Advance seating system. Also available: Ride 115 and 115 Advance.

Weight: 82 Length: 11’6” Width: 33” Height: 16.5” 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

61

Kayaks: SOT/Fishing/Hybrids Ride 115X Advance Angler Wilderness Systems

This compact, 12-footer has everything paddlers, anglers and hobbyists dream about: massive capacity, tons of storage, versatile performance and rock-solid stability. This feature-rich powerhouse includes a breathable AirPro Freedom Elite sliding seat, bow and midship hatches, versatile deck rigging and bow SlideTrax, and much more.

Weight: 85 Length: 11’6” Width: 33” Height: 16.5”

MSRP:

$1,299,00

Skimmer 116

Hurricane Aquasports The Skimmer 116 is a darn good looking sit on top that begs to be put in the water, and when you get it there, it performs. With its touring style hull and Trylon construction, the Skimmer 116 skims across the water, cuts through waves, and slices through chop.

Oh, and it weighs in at a slight 42 pounds.

Weight: 42 lbs Length: 10’5” Width: 30.5” Colour: Mango, Green, Blue, Red, or Silver

MSRP: $999 USD

Caribbean 12 Eddyline Kayaks

The Caribbean 12 has features sure to please the recreational paddler as well as the avid fisherman. This light weight kayak is very stability and has excellent tracking. Outfitted with hatches, scuppers, a seat drain, comfortable seat and multiple mounting options including a gear track. Many other options available.

Weight: 45 Length: 12’ Width: 30.5”

MSRP:

$1,379

MSRP:

$1,529

MSRP:

$969.00

MSRP:

$869.00

Caribbean 12 Angler Eddyline Kayaks

In addition to all the standard features, the Caribbean 12 Angler includes: Installed Footwell Pads, Front Hatch Liner, Installed Flushmount Sea Dog Rod Holders x2, RAM-ROD 2007 rod holder, Yak Attack 1.5†Screwball.

Weight: 45

Length: 12’

Width: 30”

Commander 120 Wilderness Systems

This hybrid crossover combines the agility and superb paddling experience of a kayak with the stability, capacity, and comfort of a canoe. The all-new dual seating system allows the paddler to sit on top or inside the kayak and includes a removable seat. Also available in the 140.

Weight: 64 Length: 12’ Width: 30.25”

Pungo 120

Wilderness Systems The best-selling Pungo features an impressive balance of manageability, stability, speed, and comfort. Ample storage capacity, yet light enough to handle with ease.

Weight: 49 62

Length: 12’

Kayay Gear GUIDE

Width: 29” 2014

Kayaks: SOT/Fishing/Hybrids Pungo 120 Angler Wilderness Systems

Get the dry ride and efficient performance of a sit-inside. Spacious cockpit and easily accessible rear bulkhead offer ample storage space for anglers and gear.

Weight: 52

Length: 12’

Width: 29”

MSRP:

$1,039.00

MSRP:

$749

MSRP:

$799

MSRP:

$799

MSRP:

$1,159

MSRP:

$799

ESCAPE 12 Riot Kayaks

The Escape 12 is a remarkably stable boat that tracks very well for its size. Equipped with 2 rod holders and plenty of storage, it is ideal for fishing, diving or just having a good time on the water. With four attachment points mounted on independently adjustable straps, our comfortable high back and seat combo lets you customize your position.

Weight: 63.9 lbs Length: 12’ Width: 30’’ Height: N/A

ESCAPE 12 Thermoform Riot Kayaks

The Escape 12 is a remarkably stable boat that tracks very well for its size. Equipped with 2 rod holders and plenty of storage, it is ideal for fishing, diving or just having a good time on the water. With four attachment points mounted on independently adjustable straps, our comfortable high back and seat combo lets you customize your position.

Weight: 41.4 lbs Length: 12’ Width: 30” Height: N/A

ESCAPE 12 ANGLER Riot Kayaks

Designed for fishing-minded kayakers and equipped with features for serious anglers, the Angler version of the Escape 12 is a great combination of stability and performance with an excellent load capacity to keep you well provisioned and properly organized.

Perfect for all fishing environments.

Weight: 67.2 lbs Length: 12’ Width: 30” Height: N/A

Frontier 12 NuCanoe

Fishing tandem no longer means sacrificing space, comfort, and fishability. Go solo in style or tandem with room to spare. Elevated seats with 360 Mobility ensure you’ll be comfortable and facing the action. Super stable, easy to paddle, and self-bailing, the Frontier 12 is ideal for lakes, rivers, and bays.

Weight: 35kg Length: 12’ 0” Width: 104cm

ENDURO 12 ANGLER Riot Kayaks

You asked for more storage capacity, floatation and sealed bulkheads; you got it in this fishing trip dream machine. With two sealed compartments for fishing and camping gear get ready for the most exciting fishing campaign of your life: you’ll silently access remote coves and otherwise unreachable eddies.

Weight: 59.5 lbs Length: 12’ Width: 28’’ 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

63

Kayaks: SOT/Fishing/Hybrids Tarpon 120

Wilderness Systems The most popular Tarpon ever, due to its efficient size, is rigged for adventure.

The horizon is now broader with increased capacity and innovative outfitting.

Equipped with Phase 3 AirPro SOT Seating System.

Weight: 63

Length: 12’3”

Width: 30”

MSRP:

$919.00

MSRP:

$1,089.00

Tarpon 120 Angler Wilderness Systems

This best-selling Tarpon is a versatile sit-on-top that’s size isn’t as extensive as its performance, yet still has plenty of room for any sized paddler and all their fishing gear. We’ve even upped the ante with the new SlideTrax accessory system and new Orbix hinged hatch covers.

Weight: 66 Length: 12’3” Width: 30”

Delta 12.5 Catfish Delta Kayaks

The Delta Catfish 12.5 brings a whole new level of design and performance to the sit on top kayak arena. The modified tunnel hull provides great stability without the excessive beam width found on most SOT kayaks. A Sea View cockpit viewing window.

Weight: 43 lbs Length: 12’6” Width: 27”

MSRP:

Skimmer 128

Hurricane Aquasports The Skimmer 128 was designed with two words in mind - performance and lightweight.

With its low seat-pan and intelligent outfitting, you become one with the boat and the water. You don’t just sit on it, you paddle it, and with a touring style hull and lightweight Trylon construction, you glide across the surface.

Weight: 47 lbs Length: 12’9” Width: 28” Colour: Mango, Green, Blue, Red, or Silver

MSRP: $1149USD

Commander 120 Angler Wilderness Systems

The Angler combines the innovative form of the Commander 120 with the function of the SlideTrax accessory system for immediate angler gratification. The Angler package comes fully rigged with the Scotty rod holder, flush mount rod holders, and a built-in SlideTrax anchor trolley. Also available in the 140.

Weight: 67 Length: 12” Width: 30.25” Height: 13.5”

MSRP:

$1,139.00

MSRP:

$919.00

Pamlico 135 T Wilderness Systems

This tandem offers performance for pairs, and converts with ease to solo use. The bow paddler has complete forward/backward positioning ability with the easy-to-use rope locking mechanism. The stern paddler gets an adjustable foot brace system to maximize fit and storage capabilities. Rudder optional.

Weight: 72 Length: 13’6” Width: 31” Height: 14” 64

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Kayaks: SOT/Fishing/Hybrids Ride 135

Wilderness Systems The redesigned Ride 135 takes everything that made the series so popular and optimizes it for maximum performance and capacity. Our award-winning design and angler team has delivered a stable powerhouse with versatility, capacity and configuration capabilities that take this series to the next level. Rudder optional.

Weight: 82 Length: 13’6” Width: 31.5” Height: 16.25”

MSRP:

$999.00

MSRP:

$1,029.00

MSRP:

$1,679

MSRP:

$1,069.00

MSRP:

$969.00

Ride 135 Advance Wilderness Systems

With over 4” of increased height over the standard Ride seat, this Phase 3 AirPro elevated seat reduces the effort required to enter and exit the boat without sacrificing the paddling performance or stability that has made the Ride models legendary in the market. Also available: 135 Advance Angler Model Weight: 85 Length: 13’6” Width: 31.5” Height: 16.25”

Caribbean 14 Eddyline Kayaks

The Caribbean 14 is a high performance version of our popular Caribbean 12 with options especially adapted to the fishing enthusiast that may be dealing with surf or rough water conditions. It is outfitted for internal rod storage with easy accessible hatches.

Many options available including foot controlled rudder. Lightweight and fast!

Weight: 50 Length: 14’ Width: 29”

Commander 140 Wilderness Systems

With even more storage space, legroom, capacity, and speed than the Commander 120, this hybrid sit-on-top/sit-inside is the ultimate hobby machine. From the casual to the enthusiast, the Commander 140 is a perfect choice for wildlife photography, fishing, waterfowl hunting, or just spending time paddling and staying active.

Weight: 69 Length: 14’ Width: 31”

Pungo 140

Wilderness Systems When the adventure calls for more, this kayak answers. Get the added speed and storage of a touring kayak, but with a spacious cockpit. Ideal for larger paddlers. Also available in the Pungo 140 Angler.

Weight: 58

Length: 14’

Width: 28”

Skimmer 140 DLX Angler Hurricane Aquasports

The Skimmer 140 Deluxe Angler is so light you can actually carry it to the launch by hand, and no other 14-foot fishing kayak will load as easily onto your roof racks. Completely rigged our Skimmer 140 DLX Angler weighs only 58 lbs, and we outfit it with Yak Attack gear so there plenty of attachments for rods and lights.

Weight: 58 lbs Length: 14’ Width: 29.5” Color: Mango, Green, Red, or Silver 2014

MSRP: $1460 USD KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

65

Kayaks: SOT/Fishing/Hybrids Tarpon 140

Wilderness Systems This versatile SOT is engineered to maintain stability and glide while extending gear capacity. Shown with optional rudder that’s easier to install than ever with the new rudder-ready construction. Rudder optional. Also available: Tarpon 140 Angler Weight: 68

Length: 14’

Width: 28”

MSRP:

$1,019.00

MSRP:

$1,069.00

MSRP:

$1,129.00

Pamlico 145 T Wilderness Systems

Swift acceleration from a V-shaped hull that dashes across long distances. Excellent tandem for duos, paddling with the family pet, or even a solo trip. Rudder optional.

Weight: 73

Length: 14’6”

Width: 31”

Tarpon 160

Wilderness Systems The ultimate destination kayak boasts the most performance of the line - more capacity, speed, and a drier ride. Don’t compromise comfort for performance. Rudder optional.

Also available: Tarpon 160 Angler Weight: 76

Length: 16’

Width: 28”

Kayak Repair & Refit New location

Advanced inflatable kayaks The AdvancedFrame® Kayak delivers the portability and high performance you’re looking for at a very reasonable price. Go anywhere in the world

Andrea Morrison Meet Blackline’s kayak specialist – ten years of manufacturing and repair experience.

with no roof rack required! Simply inflate and hit the water in minutes.

22 - 2300 Canoe Cove Road Sidney, BC., V8L 3X9 (250) 654-0052

• Component Replacements • Keel Line Rebuilds • Gel Coat Refinishing • Structural Repairs

Vancouver Island South 66

Kayay Gear GUIDE

AdvancedFrame® Length: 10’5” Width: 32” Max.Wt.: 300 lbs

The evolution of inflatable kayaks™

See our complete line of products and find a dearer near you.

AdvancedElements.com

2014 Adv Elements .25 Pg Ad WavLength_Coast&K.indd 1

9/28/12 11:17 AM

Kayaks: SOT/Fishing/Hybrids

Introducing...

The next generation of coastal BC travel guides Coast&Kayak Magazine is proud to introduce our first book and the most colourful and comprehensive guide book EVER for the British Columbia coast.

Volume 1 covers some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best coastal exploration, from Port Hardy down the outer coast of Vancouver Island to Barkley Sound and the Broken Group Islands, including Cape Scott, Kyuquot, Brooks Peninsula, Nootka Sound, Clayoquot Sound and the Broken Group Islands â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all documented in unrivalled detail.

Including all the latest BC Marine Trail information, it adds to that with dozens of new never-before documented camping locations and features to see along with practical information on how to best transit this challenging coastline. It is required reading for anyone visiting the BC coastline â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or just dreaming of visiting.

Large-format maps offer a new level of detail for planning coastal trips.

In addition, we are introducing a new line of BC Coast Explorer pocket maps on WATERPROOF indestructible stock to be compatible with the new BC Coast Explorer guide book. New maps will include Barkley Sound/Broken Group Islands and Desolation Sound/Discovery Islands. The large 22x32-inch format is rich in information, making this a must-have for any coastal trip.

ICON KEY

T

LE

W124°48'

1500m

IN

Sand beach

W124°36'

Mount Grazebrook 1700

1500m

1500m

BA

W124°54'

Gastineau Range

Ber

Mount Hayes

George Head

g Cr.

views Brettell Pt. Great mountain from inlet entrance Channel I. d kayaking Double I. Recommende Hepburn Pt.

showers

Log dump Attwood Bay

ay

Cr.

N50°18'

RAZ

E

SAG

WHIT

EROC

PENDR

K PASS

AGE

ELL S OUN

D

HOMFRAY CHANNEL

DEE

R PAS

HO

LE

IN

NEL

TH

AN

E WA

CH

LL

LM

W125°30'

CA

A PAS

SAG

W125°24'

E

Moorage, ice,

TO

W125°00'

W125°06'

W125°12'

W125°18'

1500m

RAMSAY ARM

W124°42'

may apply.

Camping: camping. Fees sible designated Fees apply.

Vehicle-acces designated camping. likely wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t apply.

Walk-in or wilderness designated camping. Fees likely wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t apply.

Walk-in or wilderness unregulated camping. Fees Walk-in or wilderness Land cover: Park. or Marine features: reserve.

Boat ramp.

First Nations launch.

Car-top boat Private property.

Anchorage.

Crown land. dock.

Default: generally Government moorage. beach).

Marina/private mfr Intertidal (mainly Ho Wilson Pt. Mitchell L. Fish farm. rock).

Mushkin IR Edward Pt. Intertidal (mainly St. Aubyn L. L Hardinge I. Handfield Bay Shipwreck. only of 3D Bay beaches NE tidal).

Young Passage that because land Rough Thurston Park Elizabeth I. Please note AN background â&#x153;˛ Rock (subtidal/inter Tully I. Log dump Pt. samples. al hillshade rendering, light. will vary from E CH 24 SONORA ISLAND Cliffs Bassett â&#x153;˛ Navigation Bruce Pt. Greetham Pt. Provinci cover colors Tibbs Pt. Suffolk Pt. Walkem Is. Bernard Pt. tide.

Turn Bay Bay PRYC 2 knots Current on flood Honeymoon Harbour Hyacinth L. Connis Pt. 4.2 Max. current Cameleon L. to tide.

I. Dorr currents ebb Howe of at east entrance Rips, strong Current on Turn I. 18 IR (2006) Warm water meter: Hole in the Wall Barnes Bay Binnington Bay restriction.

Dean Pt. Siakin Heavily logged Foster Pt. Using the trip kilometres based on Pendrell Sound Hazard or travel are in Dean Rk. (Klahoose) a paddling park is foreshore, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;cavernâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; one of two locations May L. Nutcracker Bay ideal No rapids north point. Distances expected during Rips, upwellings Marineand islets only - no upland Interesting root of creek Owen Bay HAL on B.C. coast of traffic call-in what can be points including allowances Extensive rocks Rock Pt. call 878 698 Raza Pt. of Okis Islands Moderate currents Cove 10 Marine will up from mouth IFA Pt. between collection ferries portion Florence Bay for trip Walters Residential rough Woods Ships and when passing. in narrow X R coastlines.

647 Chatham Pt. Haro I. Okis Is. Gloucester 1469 oyster spat ANG beaches N50°15' in position Channel 74. for transiting Grant I. Rock Bay Discovery Mountain Butler Pt. Ahpokum IR Little Bear Bay in west entrance E 622 Rocky Its. Mount ds Land features: Monitor VHF Two shoalsthe Gorges Is. Mountain or access.

(Klahoose) Wall Bunsen r Rapi Cottages Otter Cove to Hole in 12 knots Beach rest area Lowe Cooper Pt. Turbulence Ruins.

Recreation: Mount S IS. Slab Pt. Max. current Rapids L. Lighthouse.

Pt. Bay Cr. Upper RENDEZVOU Pt. Caroline Pulton Perritt Forbes Hiking/walks. historic site.

Pulton Pye 11 knots Springer Rock Bay Marine 15 EAST A First Nations Islands I. Scenic Max. current eddies Etta Pt. Bay Surfing. scenic feature.

Overfalls, Rendezvous al Park Provincial Park 297 Limestone kayaking Mount REDOND Bohn Pt. Viewpoint or Bjerre Rk. area I. area.

Francisco I. Wildlife: Monk Log booms 14 South Provinci Doctor Bay d bird viewing Mayes Pt. Chonat L. MAURELLE ISLAND Lillian Redonda Ferry terminal.

L. Dre islands 450 Pt. Recommende Pt. Stella L. L. Main Pt. site.

Russe Turbulence Tom Baile Booker Lower Bay Bishop w Pa colony/nesting ll Cr. Venture Pt. Chonat Elephant Log Cinque Is. in park are private Chonat Bay Bird breeding 1591 Octopus Is. ssa Mountain booms Islet Pt. 29 BC Coast Explorer Brent I. ge Marine Mount Explorer and 10 Cinque Islands Extensive logging Ashlar L. Octopus Islands 32 Addenbroke 430 10 The BC Coast covers the British A ISLAND 12 call-in point Metcalf Is. Trail Guide seriesin unrivalled detail, Shirley Pt. WEST REDOND Barnsley Shoal Provincial Park Elk Pt. Pye Bay Shipwreck e safety shoreline Columbia coast Min Rk. Stella Beach 538 Island Bluff Waiatt Bay comprehensiv Cottages dot bluffs and includes Stella L. Cr. O JXLGH information Granite Pt. Ellis L. run at several Elk Bay East Redonda Pronounced 472 500 lar DQG PDULQH WUDL Stella Bay Currents can this region N50°12' Minimum m and travel planning Ash 2 knots.

Tatpo-oose IR 960 by colourful Ecological Reserve Rock ledge WAD Currents max. alternative knots through 2 depth 2.4 (Klahoose) Pye Beach accompanied Small Inlet 247 Cyrus Rks. DING and maps. Volume camping onlypark This is a calm Bullock Wall. Watch Nixon I. photography TON Moriarty Pt. Sound, with on islets in to Hole in thesouth entrance Walter Pt. Bluff Allies I. CHA Nixon Rk. covers to Desolationthe Discovery camps, for rocks at NNE Durham Pt. Expect logging Wesley I. KANISH BAY Channel dredged Order L Lloyd Cr. Volume 3 including Lloyd Pt. minimum booms, log dumps 10 Johnstone Strait.

11.5 knots Teakerne Arm Small Inlet Newton L. Goepel I. to 1.5 m $ SXEOLFDWLRQ RI Islands and throughout region kayak.com.

Max. current Passage Chained Is. REED ISLAND &2$67 .$<$. in Beazley online at www.coastand Provincial Park Elworthy I. Provincial Park Log dump SURGE 1489 Yeatman Bay Sturt I. Group Store FRXYHU ,VODQG 1RUWK runs Bodega Pt. s Granite Bay Pye East Main 9RO :HVW &RDVW 9DQ %URNHQ *URXS ,VODQGV splits. Flood NARROWS I. Elk Bay Rd. tler Tidal streamof the channel and Nipple Peck 3RUW +DUG\ WR 7RILQR lake Church Pt. Surge Pt. 1.6 km trail Set Short trail to 12 McMullen Pt. south most south portion Summit Residential Magazine yak waterfall the 864 Scenic north in Clear L. Evening Coast&Ka coastal destinations, Quequa IR Ha'thayim Park in Mountain Beazley Passage B 460 (Klahoose) Extensive Get the latest and the rough Provincial 683 Do not kayaking equipment ARM Main L. Rough road. ramp beaches 0DJD]LQH TEAKERNE skills in the British Llanover Darkwater L. Residential necessary beach drive down Extensive publication Rough Mountain :,17(5 ed Horace at Some Bird Cove in approaches 459 Columbia-bas Cecil L. rough beaches N50°09' Head Price Pt. Robertson L. Magazine. Subscribe Extreme dangers housing Narrows. Travel Cliff Little Main L. Coast&Kayak kayak.com or read free 558 Sheer Pt. to Seymourslack tide only Pt. PENN IS. Peak Marylebone www.coastand at or near Roffey I. Wiley L. Talbot Cove EVANS BAY 1238 13 online.

Main LakesPark Occasional ROSCOE BAY Joyce Pt. Conville Pt. Mine L. MOUNT Frederic Pt. Scobell I. cottages Laura Cove d Black L. full selection *RLQJ *UHHQODQG MENZIES Roberts L. Provincial Mary Is. Eveleigh I. Recommende :LOO KLVWRU\ UHSHDW along shoreline Discover themapsheets Bay. Melanie Cove Unwin DV DQ ROG WULHG DQG WUXH kayaking Melville I. Conville km inside Roscoe SDGGOH UHJDLQV SRSXODULW\" Range 556 Village Bay L. of BC coast materials at Drying bar 0.6enter near high tide only Prideaux Haven Bay Stramberg L. Hjorth Bay Lakeview Rd. Small boats Cork L. Mount Menzies Thompson L. ,VODQG DIIDLUV Roberts Lake and reference .com.

Totem Bay $XWKRU /\Q +DQFRFN Morgan I. Rk. 620 Lookout Trail Eveleigh Anchorage 11 UHYLVLWV ROG WXUI DQG GD\V RI FDPSLQJ ZLWK FRXJDUV C Pringle www.coastandkayak 12 Burdwood Bay Hill I. Mount Refuge Little Mud L. Sound Seymour Lagoon nne Private island Rough Unwin L. Quartz Bay Desolation Park Sky Pilot Rk. IR Separation Head Cedar Lake King Its. Deepwater Bay pocket Squirrel Cove QUADRA ISLAND Village Bay IR call-in point Pt. Bold I. Provincial beaches 18 Otter I. Protection I. Junction Jane It. Tenedos Bay 28 Separation Bold Park at (We Wai Kai) Bold Pt. Mud L. Mount Carrington Bay Safety pullouts Head Head Plumper Max. current Rosen L. Spooner Refuge Deepwater and Seymour Narrows:and turbulence Carrington Bay Curme Is. as coves Village Bay N50°06' Cove 483 Fuel, store bays as well Narrows.

Head 16 knots. Currents Seymour Bay Pt. Pt. from Separation boats Squirrel Twin within for 5.9 veteran extend Boulder L. For Dunsterville Twin Ray Rk. Tork IR Cove Plumper Bay Limited anchorages conditions to Cape Mudge.

Carrington Mount mariners only.

Coulter I. (Klahoose) It. Occasional Brown Bay awaiting favourable paddlers and Lagoon Dunsterville Weaver homes Lake Bay Call Plumper Pt. Twin Lake Coulter Bay only throughout Mink I. Menz Bight Rough beaches Puget ies Cr. Marine Park.

Open Bay IR Brown Bay Rd. Martin Is. Reed IslandPark 20 5.9 Desolation Sound Moulds Bluff Mount (We Wai Kai) CORTES ISLAND Seagull Bay Morte L. Potential camping Sterling Beach L. al Bay Toquana IR Ripple RockTrail Lolo Provinci Amor 8.8 Centre It. (Sliammon) To Feather Cove Portage Lagoon Recreation Open Bay Viner Pt. DESOLATION Cove Private North Saltwater Breton Is. 3.8 Sterling Island Subtle Is. Bluff Theodosia SOUND Humorous Hyacinthe Pt. e Wootton Station I. HMCS Columbia Susan Its. Inlet Hyacinthe Bay 9.5 commemorativ To Hare Point Crane L. Bay H 17 Yellow I. plaque Ripple Rk. Maud I. Industrial Comida L. 4.5 14 GORGE HARBOUR BC Ferries service from Quadra to Cortes Grail Pt. Wilfred Pt. Strong currents Galley Surprise L. Tan I. Ring I. Galahad Pt. Andrew L. Pt. Kinghorn I. 4.0 GIFFORD www.bcferries.com Point Bee Its. Stephenson Bay Heriot I. Nymphe Cove off Race Zephine Bay Whaletown Bay PENINSULA Currents max.

Menzies ts N50°03' Morton LakePark Head Bastion Pt. Strong currents Trail Feather 4 knots Heriot Bay 10 Andrew Lake Log dump, Countercurren Anvil L. Gunflint L. Cove Shark Spit Race Pt. Provincial Thors Bunster The Gorge Hare Pt. barge loading Shark Pt. Cove Tiber Bay Rebecca Spit Range Pt. Royal Vancouver Guide Its. Drew Crow, Morton L. Pt. Park al Huntingford Bunster Wren, Fawn, and Doe Club Yacht Harbour Provinci in approaches Residential Sarah Pt. Deadman I. Bay Beulah I. Josephine Flat Copper Stag, Mouse GRACE -pro of Extreme dangers Manson Private island, Narrows. Travel Cliffs are public islands/islets HARBOUR Stopford Pt. Wren It. on tear r to Seymourslack tide only Bay but camping Sayward Forest Mary Pt. Hinder L. Fawn It. Drew Harbour IR Seattle Cortes at or near Pocket beaches Mary permitted (2006) Prin ted heti c pape May I. Bank Canoe Route Lake MA Cottages Warspite Rk. Yacht (We Wai Kai) Coast I. Entrance LA synt Trail Marina Sunshine I. L. Is. Pt. Bliss Edith Club It. Hague Middle 8.0 SP Cochrane F Crow Vigilant Its. MA Strong Hillington Pt. Three Its. Trail trailhead INA Landing Barge terminal Mohun L. LA currents Steep I. Mouse Its. Stag I. 25 PE 7.5 SP Industrial Doe It. Mansons Landing NIN Duncan Bay INA Tre Coode I. Private islands I. 27 al Park SU INL ven Rips Gowlland Gowlland R Provinci IR Turner Bay LA Paukeanum FS ET en Central Rk. Harbour Powell Its. Hankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beach Snowden en Pulp mill wharf Pt. Steep Island Ba A Forest (Sliammon) indicate wd call-in point April Pt. Islands Orange y Demonstration Gray sectionsdevelopment, Rough road Coode Sno Marina Resort on Twin Mohun Lake 10 high-density only Frog Lake Rd. Sutil to Sarah Point.

Peninsula Reef has hostedII Queen Twin Is. N50°00' Smelt Quadra Island Peninsula indicates 4x4 recommended Brewster Lake Elizabeth twice Lawier L. Townley Is. Cottages a Gray section Bay Unkak Cove boundaries, Malaspin city inside River only Chipewa L. Higgens L. Quathiaski Private islands E 11 Campbell Provincial Park Smelt Bay Park Iron Pt. Apple Point Tyee Little Rk. Grouse I.Cove Camp 5 FSR Provincial Baikie Spit Echo Bay Mount Copeland Is. Penrose Bay Slough Bay Porteous Gwendoline IR Loveland Park 15 Campbell River Hills 384 Baker Passage Gosling L. Finn Cove Provincial (We Wai Kum) Pier l R. Merrill L. Okeover Arm John Hart L. pbel t Sutil Pt. Discovery Discovery Provincial Park 6.5 Cam Countercurren Dog Rk. Stag Bay Marina Boulders in Boot L. Thulin L. Brittany Bay Spilsbury Pt. Hidalgo Pt. shallow water Lucy Rk. Major It. Elk Falls Park Boot Lake Sevilla I. well offshore Dog Bay Freke Yaculta Fishermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Provincial Francisco Pt. Anchorage Bank IR Wharf Burnt Beach Copeland Islands Cape Mudge Tokenatch IR Quinsam IR (We Wai Kai) Gosling Bay Sunshine Coast Provincial Park (Sliammon) Big Bay Hernando I. (We Wai Kai) Trail (178 km) 19 N49°57' 101 Private island 29 Lawson L. Hidden Harbour L. 101 Hurtado Pt. Cape Mudge Petite Gosling up CAMPBELL Wilby 26 Famous highway Loon Bay Fir Grove Rips Keefer Rock t ends at Lund Shoals McIvor L. Countercurren Pacific coast Sechelt, Long Point Cape Mudge To Powell River, Lower Mainland Mace Pt. Dinner Rk. city limits traffic Ashworth Pt. Vancouver and Campbell River Monitor shipVessel Campbell Lake on Comox Residential G Keefer Bay Sliammon L. Miller Creek Sand beaches Traffic Services71 Simm Sand beaches Numerous rocks. nesting site.

First Pt. for s Cr. Major seabird to short trail, VHF Channel Memorial sinking Second Pt. Pt. Indian Pt. Limited access Gulf Stream SAVARY I. Cottages Garnet bird blinds Cottages.

Airport Whalebone Pt. Mitlenatch Island Echo L. tide rips L. Beacon Pt. Willow Pt. Flood well south Park Boulders water Nature extend Strathcona Dam Reginald Mirror L. to ents: in shallow RIVER of Cape Mudge Duck Bay Elk Point well offshore CAMPBELL acknowledgemwas made possible hic near Shelter 30 00 Credits and full-colour Hydrograp Beavertail L. these maps Pictograph

Log dump Johnstone Bluff Frances Bay church Potâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Historic CHURCH HOUSE â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Ravenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chamber rock face Aupe IR ) 895 (XwĂŠmalhkwu Toba Log dump and booms Mountain Bartlett I.

7KH %& &RDVW ([SORUHU

0DJD]LQH

LE

W

IS

VOLUME

ONE THE

WEST COAST

VANCOUVER

1

ISLAND NORTH

C

H

N

Whale Passage

AN

EL

DIS

.

COVE

&2$67 .$<$ LRQ

7KH PDJD]LQH RI 3DFLÂżF FRDVW DGYHQWXUHV DQG UHFUHDW

9ROXPH ,VVXH

)5(( DW VHOHFW RXWOHWV DQG RQOLQH RU E\ VXEVFULSWLRQ

RY

LE

PASS

W

IS

NE

10/19/2012

L

AN

NE

SU

TIL

C re

s cen

CH

l

t Ch a

L

AN

30

CH

AGE

SEYMO

Discovery Mapsheet Marine Trail

Ug

LANCELOT INLET

WS

Main

1:16:38 PM

1

and the

Plunger Passage

UR NARRO

West Mohun

ZZZ FRDVWDQGND\DN FRP

Desolation Sound Islands

12wi_master.indd

an

da

Pa

ssa

Me

Mo

nzi

es

rton

Ma

in

Lak

e Rd

.

ge

Wa ter

pro of!

Thu

lin

Pa

ssa

eton

Cr.

ge

Bro

Quinsam

R.

Appl

$12.95

wn

105W

W125°00'

W124°36'

W124°54'

Mans

W124°42'

on Passa

ge

W124°48'

Cr.

W125°30'

Quinsam L.

Desolation history: are the First Nations and the Discovery IslandsSliammon and

Sound Homalco, once Desolation of the Klahoose, Communities s body traditional lands tis First Nations.Nations communitie on Introduction: is the name given to the small by First Laich-Kwil-Tach/Tlowi with modernPowell River, Cape Mudge Sound Island, borderedHead Reserves at Desolation dotted the region, of West Redonda Point, Horace to at Sliammon on Cortes Island. of the Junction of water south now centered and Squirrel Cove with the nameknown) Sarah Point, the name is often meant cial (if Mary Point, unofďŹ in pink along Quadra Island though place names Islands, the on the map and Otter Island, are marked First Nation; traditional treated as private property.

Quadra, Cortes adjacent Discovery include the archipelago that includes west as associated Reserves should be sites and burial grounds those as far impact name for the are in italics. islands and was named by Capt. George use sites, sacredbe aware to minimize here and the Redonda should Other traditionalDesolation 1792: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Our residence and visitors gloomy June Hardwicke Island. dot the area or cultural land. who wrote in silence pervaded the deserted Vancouver, on traditional to have an awful forlorn; seemed truly was animated nature forests, whilst ng country...â&#x20AC;? the neighbouri

Sound Marine

Park:

Copeland Provincial Park, Sound Marine Park, Malaspina Marine Desolation Provincial Provincial Park Islands Marine and Okeover Arm nt unit. In 2013 Provincial Parka BC Parks managemecreated with sets of are linked ascamping locations were camp-where-you-can designated replace the previous sensitive locations tent pads to to protect culturally at each site are set system, in part Tent pad clusters bench and table. Other with a sites such as middens. common areaare now closed, whilecamping y near a scenic locations affected. A backcountr informal camping park are not outside the for the marine park campsites. applies fee

e:

trail initiativ create a marine trail is working to a network of this establishing When A group of volunteers Columbia by all-weather havens. n to and through British launch sites waterways from Washingto campsites, it will link between through a network ďŹ rst two trail is complete all coastal points or less. The Alaska and every 16 kilometres Islands off southeast of campsitesthe trail cover the Gulf Island from sections of Island and northwest Vancouver section is nearing increase Vancouver to ToďŹ no. Desolation Soundâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s should vastly Port Hardy and so when formalizedthe Discovery Islands. completion, of formal sites through g. the number rinetrails.or Visit www.bcma

The marine

camping: unregulatedthe sites camping is casual nature, provincial parks, Outside the camping. Because of the from established sites, wilderness this mapsheet run a spectrum tent. Some indicated on just small spots for a are well established campsites tonear Desolation Sound,cleared, level areas often and locations particularly beach access of the more remote may Many and and offer good large groups.so have poorer accessgenerally suitable for and are rocks. only. Beaches are not established for single tents so landings may involve series be suitable the region The BC Coast Explorer throughout as poor books such options.

Consult guide the various camping for details on

Wilderness tidal ďŹ&#x201A;ows. Rapids About the rapids: whirlpools for its strong

in

W125°18'

and industrial Heavy logging this region (coal mine) activity Quinsam R.

W125°24'

Quinsam Coal Mine

W125°12'

limited lands, some River Private logging use of Quinsam recreational Lake and Quinsam

28

Gooseneck L.

W125°06'

Elk River Main Snakehead L.

Provincial Park, To Strathcona Nootka Sound Gold River, Tahsis,

rips, is famous end of This region creating dangerous lies in the south through restricted channels Seymour Narrows shipping route and overfalls. in the main and rips throughout the Island, currents Discovery Passage side of Quadra with strong this region, Narrows is on the east ideal for whitewater and vicinity. Surge for the surf waves in Okisollo Channel growing in fame rapids lie upstream Calm and Cordero kayaking. Morein close proximity between and Yaculta nearby at Gillard Passage another three Dent Rapids,to several metres occur channels â&#x20AC;&#x201C; of up at peak times.

Rapids. Overfalls All can be dangerous Arran Rapids.

conveyed in Parks, the Canadianfrom Sailing Information of BC information Canadian with the assistance GeoBase. Additional (South Portion), Service andBritish Columbia Coast Directions, Service, 2004.

Hydrographic only for trip planning are Disclaimer: is provided of hazards charts information The marine for navigation. Locations Service marine Logging Hydrographic and not meant and proper navigating this region. generalized when is possible. must be consulted do not imply passage roads as indicated

Part of the

The BC lorer Coast Exp marine trail

guidebook series.

32x22â&#x20AC;? mapsheet on polymer paper.

Double-sided

ISBN 978-0-987

9851-2-5

A publication

of:

K &KAYA Magazine COAST agazine.com

elengthm 985125 www.wav 9 780987

www.coastandkayak.com/orderonline 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

67

Kayaks: Inflatable/folding PackLite Kayak AdvancedElements

Weighing in at 4 pounds/the PackLite Kayak is designed to be an extremely compact and lightweight recreational inflatable kayak with several unique features to make it the perfect ultra-light kayak for paddling in the most remote locations. It has 3 chambers for optimum safety and packs down to 11’x11’x5’.

Length: 7’10” Weight: 4 lbs Style:

Inflatable

MSRP:

$299.99

Twist I

Innova Kayak

The Twist I is the lightest capable single kayak on the market. It’s the perfect pack-in kayak. The LitePack fabric is comfortable to bare skin/surprisingly durable/and PVC-free. The Twist II comes with a substantial tracking fin for easy straight-line tracking.

Length: 8’ 6” Weight: 7 kg Style:

Inflatable

MSRP:

$399USD

StraitEdge Angler AdvancedElements

Designed for the kayak angler/the StraitEdge Angler has great stability/multi-layer material/and multiple air chambers; providing maximum durability. Its removable Accessory Frame allows anglers to customize the kayak with aftermarket accessories. It also features a high back lumbar seat with rod holders/d-rings/deck lacing/and paddle holders.

Length: 9’8” Weight: 41 lbs Width:

35

MSRP:

$729.99

Helios I EX Innova Kayak

The Helios has been used all over the world. No portable kayak matches the Helios for ease of travel/durability/and performance. This single kayak is the solo version of the award-winning double kayak. It comes packed standard in a carryon-sized drybag/backpack. A foot-controlled rudder or a tracking fin are options.

68

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 10’ 0 “ Weight: 15 kg Width:

30”

MSRP:

$899 USD

Kayaks: Inflatable/folding Safari

Innova Kayak

The Safari is the most versatile solo kayak. You can surf the Safari/tour with it/or take the skeg off and run Class III whitewater rivers. The adventurer Kira Salak paddled the Safari 600 miles down the Niger River to Timbuktu.

Harold Murphy has logged over 6000 miles in Safari’s/ and never holed one.

Length: 10’ 0” Weight: 11 kg Width::

28”

MSRP:

$899 USD

Swing I

Innova Kayak

This is the single version of the Swing II double. The water-repellent hull fabric is lined with PVC-free/environmentally kind/vulcanized natural rubbers. Like the Swing II/zippered decks offer access to gear storage/and a tracking fin is included. Spray skirts are also available.

Length: 10’ 6” Weight: 10 kg Width::

33”

MSRP:

$599 USD

AdvancedFrame AdvancedElements

The AdvancedFrame’ is a hybrid of a folding-frame kayak and an inflatable kayak. Utilizing built-in aluminum ribs in the bow and stern/it slices through water like a knife and rivals the trackability of hard-shell kayaks. It is compact enough to take along on a weekend adventure.

Length: 10’5” Weight: 36 lbs Width:

32

MSRP:

$499.99

Twist II

Innova Kayak

In its nylon duffle/the Twist is about the size of a packed sleeping bag. It’s easy to setup and pack in anywhere.

The LitePack fabric is comforatble to bare skin/surprisingly durable/and PVC-free. The Twist II comes with a substantial tracking fin for easy straight-line tracking.

Length: 11’ 9” Weight: 11 kg Width:

36”

MSRP:

$499 USD 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

69

Kayaks: Inflatable/folding Aerius 380 Tramp/Scout Klepper

The Aerius 380 Tramp/Scout is the junior of the Klepper fleet. The perfect kayak for rivers and weekend trips.

Only 3,80 m long, it is agile and easy to handle on any type of water. Sails optional.

Length: 12.5’ Weight: 21 kg Width:

26”

MSRP:

N/A

Helios II EX Innova Kayak

The Helios was chosen the Best Inflatable Kayak by readers of Sea Kayaker magazine for 6 years. This double kayak is capable of sustained speeds of 3.7 knots. It comes packed standard in a carryon-sized drybag/backpack. A foot-controlled rudder or a tracking fin are options.

Length: 12’ 6” Weight: 16 kg Width:

30”

MSRP:

$999 USD

Sunny EX Innova Kayak

The Sunny can be setup either as a single or double by repositioning the seats and its included tracking fin. The open-deck kayak is versatile/comfortable/stable/and fast. It’s capable offshore/as a tender for a larger vessel/ or as a fishing platform.

Length: 12’ 7” Weight: 15 kg Width:

30”

MSRP:

$999 USD

AirFusion Elite AdvancedElements

The AirFusion Elite is the natural evolution of our award-winning AirFusion Kayak. Designed to rival the performance and speed of skin-on-frame kayaks while simplifying the setup procedure/the AirFusion Elite has an even more streamlined setup than its predecessor. Other advancements include a rear access hatch for under-deck stowage.

70

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 13’ Weight: 32 lbs Width:

28

MSRP:

$899.99

Kayaks: Inflatable/folding AdvancedFrame Expedition AdvancedElements

The AdvancedFrame’ Expedition is a thirteen foot hybrid of a folding frame kayak and an inflatable kayak. As with all AdvancedFrame’ models/the Expedition incorporates our proven aluminum rib-frame technology in the bow and stern providing increased paddling performance. Its increased length adds to the tracking performance and hull speed.

Length: 13’ Weight: 42 lbs Width:

32

MSRP:

$679.99

Swing II

Innova Kayak

The Swing II sets a new standard for portable decked kayaks. No other inflatable has as good a paddling performance or is as light/as green/and as quick to set up. Unlike other competing inflatable kayaks/the Swing II is PVC-free and does not use the heavy and hard-to-dry bladder construction.

Length: 13’ 0” Weight: 12 kg Width:

33”

MSRP:

$799 USD

AdvancedFrame Convertible AdvancedElements

The AdvancedFrame’ Convertible is a fifteen foot kayak that incorporates our rigid bow and stern rib-frame design into a kayak that can be paddled solo or tandem.

Utilize the optional zip-in decks to convert your kayak from an open deck to a closed deck kayak in a matter of seconds!

Length: 15’ Weight: 52 lbs Width:

32

MSRP:

$749.99

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

71

Kayaks: Inflatable/folding Aerius Classic I SL 490 Klepper

The Aerius Classic I 490 is ideal for a day outing or for longer expeditions. Fast, with excellent horizontal stability, it accommodates taller paddlers and more gear. The Classic I 490 is nimble, with excellent maneuverability on calm waters or on the ocean. The Classic I 490 can be sailed with the downwind or S1 sail.

Length: 16.1’ Weight: 30 kg Width:

28”

MSRP:

N/A

Aerius Expedition I SL 490 Klepper

The Aerius 490 Expedition is the perfect single kayak.

The cockpit entry area is longer and wider than of the Aerius Scout 380 or Aerius I 450. Much space for paddlers of all sizes, great payload capacity and excellent directional stability. Recommended also for whitewater.

Sails optional.

Length: 16.1’ Weight: 27 kg Width:

28”

MSRP:

N/A

Aerius Quattro I SL 490 Klepper

The Aerius 490 Quattro is the perfect single for all paddlers. The cockpit entry area is longer and wider than of the Aerius Scout 380 or Aerius I 450. Much space for paddlers of all sizes and weight. Payload and directional stability are convincing. It is ideal for lakes, rivers and open seas. Sails optional. We recommend S1.

Length: 16.1’ Weight: 31 kg Width:

28”

MSRP:

N/A

Aerius Classic II+ 545 Klepper

Components: Blond wood frame, grey TPU hull. Deck colours: blue or red. Keelstrips standard. No loading hatch available.

The Aerius 545 Classic is fast and stable even in rough seas. Because of its wide and open cockpit there is plenty of room for both paddlers. It can easily be paddled by one person and offers enough room for a dog or to add a third seat for a child. The rudder pedal can be installed for the front paddler. Sails optional.

72

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 17.8’ Weight: 30 kg Width:

34”

MSRP:

N/A

Kayaks: Inflatable/folding Aerius Expedition II+ 545 Klepper

The Aerius 545 Expedition is fast and stable even in rough seas. The wide and open cockpit provides lots of space for both paddlers and gear. It can easily be paddled by one person and offers enough room for a dog or to add a third seat for a child. In this case, the rudder pedal can be installed for the front paddler. Sails optional.

Length: 17.8’ Weight: 29 kg Width:

34”

MSRP:

N/A

Aerius Quattro II+ 545 Klepper

The Aerius 545 Quattro is fast and stable even in rough seas. The wide and open cockpit provides lots of space for both paddlers and gear. It is versatile, can easily be paddled by one person and offers enough room for a dog or to add a third seat for a child. In this case, the rudder pedal can be installed for the front paddler. Sails optional. We recommend S2.

Length: 17.8’ Weight: 31 kg Width:

34”

MSRP:

N/A

Aerius Classic XXL 585 Klepper

Three seats and three backrests standard. No loading hatch available.

The Aerius 585 XXL Classic is very versatile. It can easily accommodate a family of four or lots of gear for two people. If used as a family boat, we recommend for the person in front to be the skipper in order to make room inside for the additional seats. Sails optional.

Length: 19.5’ Weight: 36 kg Width:

34”

MSRP:

N/A

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

73

Paddles: How to buy

Which paddle is

right for you?

by Graham Ketcheson Blade shapes vary from the wide-bladed ‘power’ paddles derived from white water, to the thin-bladed Greenland paddles, and are made from a range of materials from wood to graphite.

Photo by Laurie MacBride “How long should my paddle be?”

It’s a question I hear a lot when teaching basic kayaking. “Don’t worry too much about that now,” I respond. “Choose one you think is right. We’ll go have some fun on the water first and learn more about paddles later...”

At first, learning to make your kayak steer, moving where you want, launching and landing are much more important than choosing the perfect paddle. Once you’ve kayaked, perhaps even tried some different types of paddles, you’ll be ready to make an educated choice.

Paddles are a personal preference. There is no right and wrong when choosing. Lots of opinions, theories, and formulas exist, but when it comes down to it, choose one that feels right. Is your paddle too heavy? Is it awkwardly long? Are you working too hard pulling water? Well you probably haven’t found the right paddle yet.

In an ideal world, each kayaker would use a different paddle for each boat that they paddled. I base the overall length of a paddle on what boat I’m going to be paddling. Other features like blade 74

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

size and materials are a matter of personal choice and paddling style. The average length of a touring paddle is between 220 cm and 230 cm, although there is now a trend toward shorter and lighter paddles.

Factors in Choosing a Paddle • Width of the boat • Your height when seated in boat • Cadence (how many strokes you take in a minute) • Blade width and length • Materials & Budget • Width of Boat So it’s your turn in the Queen Mary tandem kayak? Grab a longer paddle, say a 230 to 240 cm. You’ll need the length to reach the water across the wide deck. If you are paddling a sleeker single kayak, try a 210 to 220 cm paddle.

Height in Boat Are you tall in the torso and long in the arms? Try a slightly shorter paddle because you can reach further, even across a wide and deep double kayak. Conversely, put a shorter torso person in the same boat and they will need a longer paddle to have a hope of reaching the water.

Cadence A paddler with a high cadence, taking shorter strokes but more of them, is very efficient. A shorter paddle is best for this paddling style, say 210 to 220 cm. A longer shaft paddle is suited

Paddles: How to buy to a lower cadence style.

Blade Width A wide blade pulls more water with each stroke and is good for working out, speed, and aggressive paddling. White water blades are often designed wider, to pull you quickly around river obstacles or shoot you powerfully over waterfalls. Sea kayak blades are typically narrower, allowing a kayaker to paddle longer distances without tiring. Sea kayakers can increase their cadence but expend less energy because they are pulling less water with each stroke.

Try different blade widths. Most manufacturers have several blade styles to choose from. Test out really narrow blades like a quill or Greenland style paddle, too. Consider the length of blade as well. Differing blade lengths increase or decrease your working shaft length. Touring paddles are generally asymmetrical. The top and bottom half of the blade are unequal. This reduces torque and allows the blade to exit and enter the water cleanly. But that’s a topic for another time.

Materials & Budget There have been lots of innovations in materials and I’m sure more amazingly lightweight material combinations are yet to come. The reality is that some lightweight paddles are a little

pricey. If you are serious about kayaking, you may go this route.

Many moderately weighted and priced paddles are available in fiberglass, plastic, aluminum, or any combination of these. Heavy aluminum shaft and plastic blade paddles are murderous after a day’s paddle. If you can afford it, go for something a notch or two up from these. Expect to pay between $100 to $200 for a good paddle.

And finally, a word on design. Bent vs straight shaft paddle?

Start out with a straight shaft. There is plenty of time to experiment with bent shafts later as you improve your skills.

Bent shaft paddles were originally designed for racing. More recreational paddlers are using them today.

For strength, a one piece paddle is best, although two pieces are easier to store and transport. Buy the lightest paddle you can afford. Your arms and shoulders will thank you for the weight and the variety (since you can feather or off-set the blade). Buy a recognized brand name from a reputable paddle shop. Hopefully you can test out the paddles before you buy. Ask what they recommend. What brand and style do they use for rentals? Can you return the paddle if it’s not the right length?

Reprinted from the April-May 2011 issue of Wavelength Magazine.

Paddles: Touring Orbit 4-Part Paddle

Length: 225-235 cm Weight: 2.4 lbs Colour: White MSRP:

AdvancedElements A durable/light-weight/ adjustable length 4-part touring paddle with rigid fiberglass shafts and glass filled Nylon blades. This paddle is fully featherable/adjusts in length from 225-235cm/ and packs down to just 25.5 inches long making it compact enough to take anywhere.

$99.99

Axis 230 4-Part Fiberglass Paddle

AdvancedElements

Length: 230 cm Weight: 32 oz Colour: Red MSRP:

The Axis 230 paddle is an ultra-light/very stiff/4-part fiberglass touring paddle that sports a fiberglass shaft/that can be feathered 60 deg. left or right/and beautiful hard-candy orange translucent fiberglass blades. This 4-part paddle packs down to a length of 27.5 inches/making it compact and light.

$139.99 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

75

Paddles: Touring Touring Full-Carbon 4-Part Paddle

AdvancedElements Ultra-light and extremely rigid/the carbon fiber 4-Part Touring Paddle features full carbon fiber shafts and blades with a checkered red ribbon accent throughout. With a pack length of 27.5 inches and a weight of 30 oz/this paddle is compact enough/and light enough/to take anywhere.

Length: 230 cm Weight: 30 oz Colour: Black MSRP:

$249.99

Skookum High Angle

The Skookum is specifically customized to suit the paddler who prefers a high-angle performance paddle. It retains all the power and thrust and smooth follow through of the original Sea Swift only with a high angle of attack. The Skookum combines the most important elements of a high angle paddle – control, power, and efficiency.

Length: 205 -240 cm Weight: 26 -32 oz Options: Composite / Carbon MSRP:

$279-$329

Sea Swift

Swift Paddles The Sea Swift is a full sized aggressive blade design that retains the versatility of conventional blades for bracing, sculling and rolling while offering sufficient power to be useful in the racing world. It is ideal as a big water paddle in surf and rough conditions for the more athletic paddler.

Length: 205 -240 cm Weight: 26 -32 oz Options: Composite / Carbon MSRP:

$279-$329

Mid Swift

Swift Paddles The Mid Swift is our most popular blade size and an excellent choice for most touring kayakers.

The Mid Swift delivers plenty of pull and control in rough water conditions, yet it is quite well behaved when the wind blasts against it. The only paddle many kayakers will ever need.

Length: 205 -240 cm Weight: 26 -32 oz Options: Composite / Carbon MSRP: 76

Swift Paddles

$279-$329 Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Paddles: Touring Wind Swift

Length: 205 -240 cm Weight: 26 -32 oz Options: Composite / Carbon MSRP:

Swift Paddles The Wind Swift combines Aleut features with some more modern European concepts to create a paddle that is excellent in high winds and still delivers a healthy amount of paddle power for all but the most demanding conditions.

Another major advantage to this style of paddle is kindness to joints and muscles.

$279-$329

Kiska Nimbus Paddles Kiska is our most popular blade shape. It is an ideal mid size blade for day tripping or short excursions. The blade is 15cm(6”) wide by 46cm (18”) long. It weighs 29oz (0.82kg) in Fibreglass, and 25oz (0.71kg) in Graphite

Length: 210-245 cm

Weight: 29/25 oz.

Fibreglass, basalt/carbon, carbon MSRP: $200/$270/$315

Quinsam Nimbus Paddles This blade works best for a paddler with a lower stroke angle, as most of the surface area is in the tip of the blade. The blade is 16.5cm (6.5”) wide by 46cm (18”) long. It weighs 30oz (0.85kg) in Fibreglass, and 26oz (0.74kg) in Graphite

Length: 210-245 cm

Weight: 30/26 oz

Fibreglass, basalt/carbon, carbon MSRP: $200/$270/$315

Zephyr Nimbus Paddles The Zephyr is an ideal blade for smaller paddlers, as it’s smaller surface are allows for one to paddle all day with minimal fatigue. The blade is 13cm (5 “) wide by 46cm (18”) long. It weighs 28oz (0.79kg) in Fibreglass and 24oz (0.68kg) in Graphite.

Length: 210-245 cm

Weight: 28/24 oz

Fibreglass, basalt/carbon, carbon MSRP: $200/$270/$315 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

77

Paddles: Touring Wavewalker Nimbus Paddles The wavewalker is an excellent blade for powering through surf and chop, or for those paddlers who prefer a more powerful blade to move them through water. The blade is 18cm (7â&#x20AC;?) wide by 46cm (18â&#x20AC;?) long. It weighs 30oz (0.85kg) in Fibreglass and 27oz (0.77kg) in Graphite

Length: 210-245 cm

Weight: 28/24 oz

Fibreglass, basalt/carbon, carbon MSRP: $200/$270/$315

Chinook Nimbus Paddles The Chinook, Squamish, and Mistral are all long narrow Quill type paddle blades. They have a lot of dihedral on the power face and, as a result are very easy paddling. They are not a performance blade, but meant more for leisurely touring.

They are very popular with those with shoulder problems.

Length: 210-245 cm

Weight: 28/24 oz

Fibreglass, basalt/carbon, carbon MSRP: $200/$270/$315

Squamish Nimbus Paddles The Chinook, Squamish, and Mistral are all long narrow Quill type paddle blades. They have a lot of dihedral on the power face and, as a result are very easy paddling. They are not a performance blade, but meant more for leisurely touring.

They are very popular with those with shoulder problems.

Length: 210-245 cm

Weight: 34 oz

Fibreglass, basalt/carbon, carbon MSRP: $200/$270/$315

Mistral Nimbus Paddles The Chinook, Squamish, and Mistral are all long narrow Quill type paddle blades. They have a lot of dihedral on the power face and, as a result are very easy paddling. They are not a performance blade, but meant more for leisurely touring.

They are very popular with those with shoulder problems.

Length: 210-245 cm Fibreglass, basalt/carbon, carbon MSRP: $200/$270/$315

78

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Weight: 36 oz

Paddles: Touring Touring Paddle Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis Our Low angle touring paddle is designed to give you a comfortable, light and quiet paddle.

Comfortable Oval Shaft is available in fixed length, fixed length adjustable or adjustable length.

Length: 210-220

Weight: 950, 860, 780

Fiberglass, Carbon/Fiberglass, Carbon MSRP: $195, $289, $425

Epic Active Touring Paddle Epic Kayaks

The Epic Active Touring paddle combines the lightweight, clean performance of Epic’s Relaxed Touring paddle with a larger blade surface, providing more power for paddlers utilizing a high angle stroke. Perfect for fast touring and racers who opt not to use a wing paddle. Options: Hybrid construction, 30.5 oz (865 grams);comes standard with Epic’s Length-Lock 2 adjustable ferrule technology. Full Carbon construction, 24 oz (680 grams); comes standard with Epic’s Length-Lock 2 adjustable ferrule technology.

Manta Ray Carbon

Length: 200-225 cm Weight: 24-30.5 oz (680-865 grams) Width:

7.1” (18 cm)

MSRP:

$279-$449

The Manta Ray Carbon kayak paddle has more horsepower for big boats, highangle paddlers and moving water. With the lightweight carbon fiber blade providing extra strength and stiffness along with the low swing weight pure carbon shaft, this kayak paddle is a first class touring choice!

Aqua-Bound

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

836g Black 210, 220, 230, 240, 250cm Straight Shaft | NEW Posi-Lok ferrule MSRP: $189.95

Aqua-Bound

Manta Ray Hybrid Featuring Aquabounds exclusive abXII blade and all carbon shaft, the Manta Ray Hybrid kayak paddle has more horsepower for big boats, high-angle paddlers and moving water.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

900g White 210, 220, 230, 240, 250cm Straight Shaft | NEW Posi-Lok ferrule MSRP: $139.95

Aqua-Bound

Sting Ray Carbon Featuring Aquabounds exclusive abXII blade and all carbon shaft, the Sting Ray Hybrid kayak paddle has our most popular blade style, for flat and slow-moving water.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

815g White | NEW Posi-Lok ferrule 210, 220, 230, 240, 250cm Straight Shaft | NEW Posi-Lok ferrule MSRP: $139.95

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

79

Paddles: Touring Aqua-Bound

Sting Ray Hybrid Featuring Aquabounds exclusive abXII blade and all carbon shaft, the Sting Ray Hybrid kayak paddle has our most popular blade style, for flat and slow-moving water.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

Aqua-Bound

Sting Ray Fiberglass The Sting Ray Fiberglass kayak paddle features a versatile and popular blade shape for flat and slow moving water. With a fiberglass shaft to help reduce fatigue and strain and our new stiffer, lighter abXII blades, this is a great recreational paddle.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

80

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

921g White | NEW Posi-Lok ferrule 210, 220, 230, 240, 250cm Straight Shaft | NEW Posi-Lok ferrule MSRP: $139.95

Bending Branches

Glide Glass With the Glide Glass touring kayak paddle, a fiberglass shaft means less weight and more comfort than aluminum. Paddling will seem effortless using a fiberglass shaft with this touring blade shape.

857g Black | NEW Posi-Lok ferrule 210, 220, 230, 240, 250cm Straight Shaft | NEW Posi-Lok ferrule MSRP: $189.95

Aqua-Bound

Eagle Ray Hybrid Featuring Aquabounds exclusive abXII blade and all carbon shaft, the Eagle Ray Hybrid Kayak Paddle offers extra pull for low-angle paddlers and heavily-loaded boats.

1026g Yellow | Snap-button ferrule 210, 220, 230, 240cm Straight Shaft | Snap-button ferrule MSRP: $99.95

Aqua-Bound

Eagle Ray Carbon With the lightweight carbon fiber blade providing extra strength and stiffness along with the low swing weight pure carbon shaft, the Eagle Ray Carbon kayak paddle is a first class touring choice. This specific blade shape offers extra pull for low-angle paddlers and heavily-loaded boats.

966g Yellow | Snap-button ferrule 210, 220, 230, 240cm Straight Shaft | Snap-button ferrule MSRP: $109.95

Aqua-Bound

Sting Ray Aluminum The Sting Ray Aluminum kayak paddle is a versatile and popular blade shape for flat and slow moving water. Featuring our abXII blades with a corrosion resistant, anodized shaft, this is a quality recreational paddle with a low price tag.

865g White | NEW Posi-Lok ferrule 210, 220, 230, 240, 250cm Straight Shaft | NEW Posi-Lok ferrule MSRP: $139.95

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

992g Yellow 220, 230, 240cm / Telescoping Straight Shaft MSRP:

$109.95

Paddles: Touring Bending Branches

Glide Hybrid The Glide Hybrid touring kayak paddle with a high visibility color ensures that you are noticed on the water. A great combination of light weight and durability.

Features a lightweight T-700 carbon shaft. The asymmetrical blade shape is balanced to reduce torque and wrist fatigue.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

850g Yellow 220, 230, 240cm / Telescoping Straight Shaft MSRP:

Bending Branches

Impression Fun for recreational day trips, entry-level paddlers will enjoy the Impression wood kayak paddle with features usually only found on higher priced kayak paddles, such as our composite ferrule that won’t corrode or seize up. The blade features basswood and black willow.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

1049g Basswood, Butternut & Maple wood 210, 220, 230, 240cm Straight Shaft MSRP: $159.95

Bending Branches

Navigator In the Navigator, Bending Branches has combined high-tech, ultra lightweight, T-700 carbon shaft material with a proven blade design made out of rich-looking black willow wood. The material combination provides unique flex and the unmatched fit and finish you expect from a Bending Branches paddle.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

794g Black Willow wood 210, 220, 230, 240cm / Telescoping Straight Shaft MSRP: $279.95

Bending Branches

Slice Glass Step up to the glass shaft of the Slice Glass kayak paddle for the optimal warm feel and flex. The Slice paddle has been a top seller since its inception. Upgrade to the Slice Glass Plus for a telescoping ferrule.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

992g Orange 210, 220, 230, 240cm / Telescoping Straight Shaft MSRP: $109.95

Bending Branches

Slice Hybrid With the Slice Hybrid kayak paddle you get less weight and the durability you demand. This kayak paddle features a fiberglass blade on a lightweight T-700 carbon shaft. A fantastic combo! Also available in a telescoping ferrule with 0’ & 60’ angle options.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

850g Orange 210, 220, 230, 240cm / Telescoping Straight Shaft MSRP: $159.95

Bending Branches

Sun Shadow Crank Day he wood crankshaft on our Sun Shadow Crank wood kayak paddle is completely unique in paddlesports. Engineered to ergonomically align the wrists during the power stroke, this shaft allows you to paddle for hours with more comfort and less fatigue. The day blade shape is great for high angle, athletic paddle strokes.

$159.95

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

1162g Basswood, Butternut, Cherry, Black 210, 220, 230, 240cm Crank/Bent Shaft MSRP: $249.95

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

81

Paddles: Touring Sun Shadow Crank Evening The wood crankshaft on our Sun Shadow Crank wood kayak paddle is completely unique in paddlesports. Engineered to ergonomically align the wrists during the power stroke, this shaft allows you to paddle for hours with more comfort and less fatigue. The Evening blade is great for low angle, relaxed paddling.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

1091g Basswood, Butternut, Cherry, & Black 220, 230, 240cm Crank/Bent Shaft MSRP: $249.95

Bending Branches

Sun Shadow Crank Twilite The wood crankshaft on our Sun Shadow Crank wood kayak paddle is completely unique in paddlesports. Engineered to ergonomically align the wrists during the power stroke, this shaft allows you to paddle for hours with more comfort and less fatigue. The Twilite blade is the smallest blade, for a quick cadence.

Bending Branches

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

1077g Basswood, Butternut, Cherry, & Black 210, 220, 230, 240cm Crank/Bent Shaft MSRP: $249.95

Paddles: Recreational/kids Aqua-Bound

Manta Ray Fiberglass Our Manta Ray Fiberglass kayak paddle has more horsepower for big boats, highangle paddlers and moving water. With a fiberglass shaft to help reduce fatigue and strain and our new stiffer, lighter abXII blades, this is a great recreational paddle.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

Aqua-Bound

Manta Ray Aluminum The Manta Ray Aluminum kayak paddle has more horsepower for big boats, high-angle paddlers and moving water. Featuring our abXII blades with a corrosion resistant, anodized shaft, this is a quality recreational paddle with a low price tag.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

The Sharkie kids kayak paddle features Aqua-Boundâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new, exclusive abX II resin blade and a shorter, smaller diameter shaft, making it light and durable. The kids paddle that is big on performance.

Kayay Gear GUIDE

1070g Yellow | Snap-button ferrule 210, 220, 230, 240cm Straight Shaft | Snap-button ferrule MSRP: $99.95

Aqua-Bound

Sharkie

82

1003g Yellow | Snap-button ferrule 210, 220, 230, 240cm Straight Shaft | Snap-button ferrule MSRP: $109.95

2014

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

850g White | Snap-button ferrule 190, 200, 210cm Straight Shaft | 1pc MSRP:

$99.95

Paddles: Recreational/kids Bending Branches

Bounce Revolutionary bright yellow X-grips for no-slip control. Durable aluminum e-coat shaft. High-vis yellow polypropylene blades.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

1049g Yellow 210, 220, 230, 240cm Straight Shaft MSRP:

Bending Branches

Sunrise Aluminum Durable e-coat aluminum shaft with vinyl grips. High-vis yellow polypropylene blades.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

1049g Yellow 220, 230, 240cm Straight Shaft MSRP:

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

992g Yellow, Hi Vis Green 220, 230, 240cm Straight Shaft MSRP:

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

1049g Black 210, 220, 230, 240cm Straight Shaft MSRP:

$59.95

Bending Branches

Splash Kids Paddle With the Splash kids recreational kayak paddle, now kids have a quality-built paddle all to themselves. The only question is, will you be able to keep up with them?

$99.95

Bending Branches

Whisper Paddle Great entry-level paddle - and a great value. For tooling around the lake or spending a day with friends on the river. Strong aluminum shaft and durable two-piece construction.

$74.95

Bending Branches

Sunrise Glass Best rec paddle on the market. Lightweight, durable fiberglass shaft thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll keep your joints from feeling achy, even after a full day of paddling. High-vis yellow polypropylene blades. Great for all types of paddling and all ages.

$79.95

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

907g Black 180, 200cm Straight Shaft

2014

MSRP:

$54.95

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

83

Paddles: Performance Mid-Wing Paddle Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis Our Mid-size wing paddle provides strong connection through the drive and a clean release.

The Airfoil crossection of our wing provides hyrdodymanic lift during a high angle stroke.

Comfortable Oval Shaft fits your hand well and is stiff for maximum power application.

Length: 205-215 Fiberglass, Carbon/Fiberglass, Carbon MSRP: $225, $335, $445

Epic Small Mid Wing Epic Kayaks

The Epic Small Mid Wing paddle is based on our award winning Mid Wing paddle, with a 2% reduced blade surface area. This slightly trimmed-down design has broadened the appeal of the wing paddle, making it ideal for smaller paddlers, cruisers and racers paddling long distances. Available in 2 constructions Club Carbon and Full Carbon construction.

Length: 200-225 cm Weight: 25-23 oz Width:

6.3” (15.9 cm)

MSRP:

$369-$449

Epic Mid Wing Epic Kayaks

The award winning Epic Mid Wing paddle has become the top choice for fitness and racing paddlers, and increasingly, touring kayakers who want to maximize the potential of their forward stroke. Club Carbon construction - 26 oz (737 grams); comes standard with Epic’s Length-Lock 2 adjustable ferrule technology. Full Carbon construction - 24 oz (680 grams); comes standard with Epic’s Length-Lock 2 adjustable ferrule technology.

Epic Mid Large Wing

Length: 200-225 cm Weight: 24-26 oz Width:

6.5” (16.4 cm)

MSRP:

$369-$449

Epic Kayaks

The Epic Mid Large Wing paddle is designed for short distance, flatwater racers who are looking for something slightly less aggressive than the Epic Large Wing. Full Carbon construction - 27 oz (765 grams); comes standard with Epic’s Length-Lock 2 adjustable ferrule technology.

Best suited for strong sprint distance racers.

84

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Length: 205-225 cm Weight: 27 oz (765 grams) Width:

6.5” (16.4 cm)

MSRP:

$449

Weight: 950, 860, 780

Paddles: Performance

Aqua-Bound

Surge With wider, stiffer blades, the Surge kayak paddle delivers more muscle to the high-energy paddler. The blade is created using high pressure compression making it stronger and lighter than other blades. The shaft features t-700 carbon, making our performance paddles ultra strong with a low swing weight.

Weight: 822g Colour: Yellow, Sunset Orange, or Hi-Vis Green Length: 210, 220, 230, 240cm/Telescoping Options: Straight Shaft | Snap-button or Telescoping ferrule MSRP: $274.95

Aqua-Bound

Surge Carbon With a large blade for high-angle, high-energy paddlers, the Surge Carbon kayak paddle features Aqua-Bound’s carbon fiber resin and foam core compression molded blades along with their extremely light weight and durable t-700 carbon shaft. This is one light paddle!!

Weight: 723g Colour: Black Length: Options: Straight Shaft | Snap-button or Telescoping ferrule MSRP: $374.95

Aqua-Bound

Swell With longer, stiffer blades, the Swell kayak paddle amps up each stroke for the low-angle paddler. The blade is created using high pressure compression - making it stronger and lighter than other blades. The shaft features t-700 carbon, making our performance paddles ultra strong with a low swing weight.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

808g Yellow, Sunset Orange, or Hi-Vis Green 210, 220, 230, 240cm / Telescoping Straight Shaft / Snap-button / Telescoping MSRP: $274.95

Aqua-Bound

Swell Carbon The Swell Carbon kayak paddle is for more relaxed, but no less demanding, lowangle paddlers. This paddle features Aqua-Bound’s carbon fiber resin and foam core compression molded blades along with their extremely light weight and durable t-700 carbon shaft.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

709g Black 210, 220, 230, 240cm / Telescoping Straight Shaft | Snap-button or Telescoping ferrule MSRP: $374.95

Aqua-Bound

Spindrift The Spindrift kayak paddle features a versatile blade shape that adapts to your paddling style. The blade is created using high pressure compression - making it stronger and lighter than other blades. The shaft features t-700 carbon, making our performance paddles ultra strong with a low swing weight.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

780g Yellow, Sunset Orange, or Hi-Vis Green 210, 220, 230, 240cm / Telescoping Straight Shaft / Snap-button / Telescoping MSRP: $274.95

Aqua-Bound

Spindrift Carbon The Spindrift Carbon kayak paddle is the top-of-the-line choice for light performance touring. This paddle features Aqua-Bound’s carbon fiber resin and foam core compression molded blades along with their extremely light weight and durable t-700 carbon shaft.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

680g Black 210, 220, 230, 240cm / Telescoping Straight Shaft / Snap-button / Telescoping MSRP: $374.95

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

85

Paddles: Whitewater Current Mate Nimbus Paddles Our whitewater paddles have been developed as a response to the demand for lighter paddles while remaining very strong. Our Whitewater paddles are made with shafts made of Fibreglass, for strength and flexibility. All of our whitewater paddles can be ordered in any length and feather angle in one or two piece shafts. Each shaft is made of kevlar and fibreglass for strength and flexibility.

Length: 180-210 cm

Weight: 30 oz

Yellow polyester MSRP: $255

Ashnola Nimbus Paddles Our whitewater paddles have been developed as a response to the demand for lighter paddles while remaining very strong. Our Whitewater paddles are made with shafts made of Fibreglass, for strength and flexibility. All of our whitewater paddles can be ordered in any length and feather angle in one or two piece shafts. Each shaft is made of kevlar and fibreglass for strength and flexibility.

Length: 180-210 cm

Weight: 30 oz

Yellow polyester MSRP: $255

Graphite Feather Nimbus Paddles The Feather has the excellent grip and forward propulsion of a wing paddle, but without the unpredictability of one when bracing or sculling. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s asymetrical dihedral shape combined with the concave spoon like blade, retains and concentrates your grip on the forward part of the stroke. The spoon centres your efforts with the shaft, and locks the blade in the water, eliminating flutter.

Designed for experienced paddlers.

Length: 210-225 cm

Weight: 30 oz

Graphite and basalt carbon MSRP: $355

Shred Carbon Aqua-Bound The Shred Carbon whitewater kayak paddle is our top of the line whitewater paddle. It features a slightly larger paddle blade than our Splat version and offers unrivaled performance, Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lightweight abX blades and enhanced T-700 carbon shaft makes this paddle a great choice for the hardcore paddlesports enthusiast.

Length: 192, 194, 196, 198, 200cm Straight Shaft | 1pc or 4pc MSRP: $184.95

86

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Weight: 978g

Paddles: Whitewater Aqua-Bound

Shred Hybrid The Shred Hybrid whitewater paddle is a great mid-range choice, with itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s slightly larger paddle size and features a standard carbon shaft with our durable abXII blades.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

1035g White | Infinite customization 192, 194, 196, 198, 200cm Straight Shaft | 1pc or 4pc MSRP:

Aqua-Bound

Shred Fiberglass The Shred Fiberglass whitewater paddle features our lighter, stronger blades using our exclusive ab XII technology on a fiberglass shaft. These features, along with a slightly larger blade shape makes this paddle a great choice for entry-level paddlers. Available as both a 1-piece or 4-piece paddle.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

1091g Yellow | Infinite customization 192, 194, 196, 198, 200cm Straight Shaft | 1pc or 4pc MSRP:

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

907g Black | Infinite customization 192, 194, 196, 198, 200cm Straight Shaft | 1pc MSRP:

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

971g White | Infinite customization 192, 194, 196, 198, 200cm Straight Shaft | 1pc MSRP:

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

1028g Yellow | Infinite customization 192, 194, 196, 198, 200cm Straight Shaft | 1pc MSRP:

$119.95

Aqua-Bound

Hammerhead How whitewater fanatics get their start. The Hammerhead kids whitewater paddle features our abXII blades on a 1-piece fiberglass shaft.

$139.95

Aqua-Bound

Splat Fiberglass The Splat Fiberglass whitewater paddle features our exclusive abXII technology making this paddle lighter and stronger. It has a slightly smaller blade shape, fiberglass shaft and is a great choice for entry-level paddlers. Available as a 1-piece paddle.

$184.95

Aqua-Bound

Splat Hybrid The Splat Hybrid whitewater paddle is a great mid-range choice for those looking for a slightly smaller paddle size. This paddle features a carbon shaft with our durable abXII blades.

$119.95

Aqua-Bound

Splat Carbon The Splat Carbon whitewater kayak paddle is our top of the line whitewater paddle.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lightweight abX paddle blades are slightly smaller than the Shred version and comes with an enhanced T-700 carbon shaft. A great choice for the hardcore paddlesports enthusiast! Available as a 1-piece or snap button 4-piece paddle.

$139.95

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

865g White | Infinite customization 160, 165, 170, 175, 180, 185cm Straight Shaft | 1pc MSRP:

$109.95

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

87

2014

Paddles: Fishing Gullwing Paddle Model 230cm Gullwing Paddles Paddle farther/faster and more efficiently than ever before! With the increasing popularity of kayak fishing it’s about time someone created a paddle with features designed specifically for comfort and ease. The recently introduced GullWing 230 is longer than your typical kayak paddle/which better accommodates wider fishing kayaks to effectively reach the water.

Length: 230 cm

Weight: 38 oz

Ergonomically curved shaped handle MSRP: $149.00

Bending Branches

Angler Ace The gap between you and the very top of the kayak fishing world gets smaller with each stroke of the Angler Ace. A dream paddle for serious anglers, the Angler Ace makes the whole trip seem easier and more fun. As serious gear for big-time fishing, the Angler Ace makes paddling lighter, fishing longer.

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

88

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

$139.95

850g Sea Green, Camo 220, 230, 240, 250, 260cm Straight Shaft MSRP:

$299.95

Bending Branches

Angler Scout An entry-level paddle, the Scout provides great value, along with qualities you expect from Bending Branches: functional design, light weight and durable construction. Any way you look at it, it’s quite a catch. Sage Green blade helps you sneak up on the fish, while Autumn Orange is the bright option.

992g Sage Green, Orange 220, 230, 240, 250, 260cm Straight Shaft MSRP:

Bending Branches

Angler Pro The Anger Pro was designed by kayak anglers, for kayak fishing. Serious gear for a serious fishing experience. This 30oz gem from Bending Branches, with its T-700 Carbon shaft and Multi-Laminate Fiberglass blades, makes us all look like pros.

Get one, and you’ll give even the pros a case of paddle envy.

$199.95

Bending Branches

Angler Classic Kayak fishing can be an addictive pastime. It sneaks up on you quietly, then completely hooks you. But getting there should be at least half the fun, and the Angler Classic is a first-class way to get there. Features are a tape measure on the shaft and a hook retrieval built right into the blade.

879g Black 220, 230, 240, 250, 260cm Straight Shaft MSRP:

Weight: Colour: Length: Options:

1049g Sage Green, Orange 220, 230, 240cm Straight Shaft MSRP:

$99.95

Paddles: Fishing

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

89

PFDs: How to choose

Which PDF is

right for you?

Aside from your kayak and paddle, your PFD (Personal Flotation Device) is your most vital piece of equipment. A Coast Guard approved PFD is part of the required items for legal operation of your kayak.

But according to Mercia Sixta, the ‘doyenne’ of sea kayaking in British Columbia, PFDs have to fit well or they’re really not going to do the job.

“Sizing is crucial”, she says. “Most people buy one which looks good and fits fine in the store, but PFDs aren’t for making a fashion statement - they’re a matter of survival.

“Most people buy one which is too big with the result that, once in the water, it rises up and can be hazardous. Be sure to test the PFD carefully in the store. Your body shouldn’t rotate inside the jacket.

“Cinch it up and have someone get behind you and try to pull the jacket up. If it comes up to your chin or higher, it will become a problem in the water. Get a smaller, tighter fit.

“And be careful with the new combination sizing, such as ‘small/medium’ or ‘medium/ large’. This may well lead you to buy one too big for yourself.

“As for zippers, side zippers can be hard to operate, especially for busty women. A center zipper is the easiest to use.

“You should also have two or three adjustable side straps, plus a buckle, and straps over the shoulders to adjust the fit.

“Some PFDs have rigid panels that your arms may rub against as you paddle, whereas others have flotation which wraps around the body and are more comfortable to wear. “ Mercia’s big concern is with the new style cut-away PFDs. “They’re great for paddling, but if you jump-test them by leaping into the water with your arms up, you’ll discover that most of them come off!”

She and some paddler friends havestarted jump-testing PFDs 90

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

to see which ones work, and to her surprise, of 20 they have tested, only two stayed on (and one of these was unapproved ).

“This test proved especially problematic with bustier women and bigger guys”, she says.

“The surest way to secure a PFD is with a crotch strap”, she says, but any modification of a PFD nullifies the Coast Guard approval, so it’s a dilemma. “At the end of the day,” she says, “I’d rather be sure my PFD was going to stay on, come what may.”

Another problem with the latest designs comes in self-rescuing.

“Busty women in bulky PFDs are having trouble getting close enough to their kayaks to perform a successful self rescue”, she says. As PFDs have become shorter (so they don’t rise up on your sprayskirt when you’re seated in your kayak), many have become bulkier in front to accommodate the required flotation.

She recommends purchasers take plenty of time trying on PFDs in the store, and be sure to conduct trials in the water, including the jump test, a swim test, a float test, and a self-rescue test.

If you’ve already got a PFD you like, check it each year to make sure it hasn’t degraded, that its buckles and straps aren’t broken, and do a float check to see it’s still working as it should. If there’s a problem, get rid of it.

Mercia uses an inflatable which she inflates with a CO2 cartridge upon capsize, but she stresses you need to be a good swimmer if you have one of these as it won’t be inflated till after you’re in the water. “Not only do you need to pull your sprayskirt grab loop to exit your boat, and keep hold of your kayak and paddle so you can perform your selfrescue, but you also have to pull the inflater cord on your inflatable. It’s a lot to remember.”

And she points out that once an inflatable has been inflated, it’s no longer ‘approved’ till the CO2 cartridge is replaced (beware that different manufacturers’ cartridges aren’t interchangeable).

PFDs: How to choose She also notes that inflatables are very bulky when inflated, and they tend to float you on your back.

The belt-type inflatables require a 2-step process so they’re even less safe. And none of the inflatables give you any extra warmth the way a regular PFD does, until inflated.

If you’re a visitor from another country, be sure your PFD is approved in your home country, in which case it will be accepted in the jurisdiction you’re visiting. Otherwise you could end up with a fine. If you’re a Canadian and you buy a US-approved PFD, you’ll still have to have one that’s Canadian-approved along with you to be legal in Canada.

As for colour, red, orange or yellow are the most visible.

“Visibility is important,” she says, “especially if you’ve got a darker coloured kayak.”

Whatever type of PFD you get, Mercia says, make sure you practice your basic skills with it in the water so you’re prepared for any eventuality.

Reprinted from the April-May 2003 issue of Wavelength Magazine.

Mercia Sixta was the key organizer of and an instructor at the annual Coast Kayak Symposium on Thetis Island and was Western Canoeing & Kayaking’s Sea Kayak Specialist and Buyer.

PFDs Maximus Kokatat

The Maximus PFD is a highly versatile and easily adjustable PFD. All the adjustments are on the front, and Kokatat’s Dynamic Suspension System (DSS) allows an independently suspended front flotation panel to move with the paddler for unrestricted freedom of movement. Made with Gaia PVC-free foam.

Colors: Coal, Navy, Canvas, Red, Jackson Yellow

MSRP:

$159

MSRP:

$219

MSRP:

$149

MSRP:

$235

Maximus Prime Kokatat

The Maximus Prime rescue PFD is designed for all paddling disciplines. Ultra versatile and easily adjustable, all adjustments are in the front and Kokatat’s Dynamic Suspension System gives excellent freedom of movement. Featuring a quick release safety harness and O-ring, a tether/ tow system.

Colors: Red, Navy, Yellow

MsFIT Tour Kokatat

Front and rear reflective tape, knife garage, strobe lash tab and multiple toploading pockets gives the gadget-happy paddler plenty of room for gear.

Ergonomic and innovative components such as thermoformed, padded Hypalon shoulders, 3 side adjustments, Colors: Glacier, Canvas, Mango, Red

Ronin Pro Kokatat

The Ronin Pro is a low profile rescue PFD with full spinal and side protection due to a unique internal harness that also provides a comfortable, secure fit. The front-entry design offers maximum mobility and safety convenience with a quick release chest harness, cowtail sleeve, and large duplex front pockets.

Colors: Red, Yellow 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

91

PFDs Guide Kokatat

Designed with the professional sea kayak guide in mind, the Guide incorporates everything you could possibly need in a full featured Type V rescue PFD: reinforced shoulders, strong swimmer harness and rescue belt, excellent fit for all-day comfort and usable storage space. Made with Gaia PVC-free foam.

Colors: Mango, Glacier

MSRP:

$229

MSRP:

$99

MSRP:

$129

MSRP:

$114.95

MSRP:

$99.95

MSRP:

$89.95

Aries Kokatat

Kokatat’s Aries PFD offers the ultimate in comfort, safety, and value. Its low-profile design gives freedom of motion, ideal for whitewater or sea kayaking, while its high back with thin Gaia PVC-free foam inserts fit comfortably against the high-back seats of most recreational and sit-on-top kayaks.

Colors: Red, Mango

Bahia Tour Kokatat

The Bahia Tour features a mesh back panel to maximize airflow against high back seats. Ideal for recreational and kayak fishing, the vest’s multiple adjustable side and shoulder straps give a complete custom fit and its various pockets provide plenty of space to stash gear.

Colors: Cobalt, Mango

NRS cVest Mesh Back PFD NRS

Designed with offshore sea kayakers in mind, the NRS cVest Life Jacket has pockets and attachment points for all the essentials. It also has lots of reflective tape and a cool mesh back that works great with high-back seats.

Colors: Blue, orange, red

NRS Women’s Zoya Mesh Back PFD NRS

Designed just for women, the NRS Zoya Life Jacket gives you the comfort and safety you want for your paddling adventures. With PlushFIT foam panels sculpted to fit your body, hand warmer pockets and easy adjustment, you’re gonna love it.

Colors: Blue, orange, gray

NRS Clearwater Mesh Back PFD NRS

Have a high-back touring or rowing seat? You’ll love the NRS Clearwater PFD! Flotation is concentrated up front and behind the shoulders, with a mesh lower back that lets you recline and relax.

Colors: Red, gray, blue 92

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

PFDs NRS Ninja PFD NRS

Type III: The low-profile NRS Ninja PFD is so comfortable, you’ll forget you have it on. Designed for freestyle kayakers and other active boaters, this compact life jacket gives you total freedom of movement.

Colors: Red, blue, black

MSRP:

$129.95

MSRP:

$189.95

MSRP:

$189.95

NRS Zen Rescue Life Jacket NRS

Type V PFD. The NRS Zen Rescue Life Jacket is a great choice for paddlers and guides who want a great fitting, comfortable PFD with swiftwater rescue features like a quick-release belt.

Colors: Red, black, mango

NRS CFD - Dog Life Jacket NRS

Additional safety for any dog that spends time near the water. The NRS Canine Flotation Device gives you peace of mind by providing extra flotation for your best friend. Simple design fits snug and secure without interfering with the dog’s normal activities. Available in multiple sizes to fit your furry friend.

Colors: Red

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

93

Safety Equipment Bilge Pump

by Sea to Summit Must have for any paddler - quick & effective way to empty water from your kayak or canoe. Reinforced joints & marine grade 316 SS screws. Extracts 14 ounces per pump.

Length: 18”

Weight: 14oz

Colour: Orange

MSRP: $26.95USD

Foam Paddle Float

by Sea to Summit

No intlation required - making this faster and easier to deploy in the event of a capsize. The streamlined design of this float makes attaching to your deck a snap and the ultra durable 420D nylon material ensures it stands up to the elements.

Length: 18”

Weight: 9.5oz/ 269g

Colour: Yellow

MSRP: $39.95USD

Inflatable Paddle Float

by Sea to Summit

Inflating this single chamber inflatable paddle float is easy using our two-way lockable valve that ensures water Length: 16”

Weight: 7.6oz/ 215g

Colour: Yellow

MSRP: $49.95USD

SRA Counter-Balance Solo Rescue Assist

Rapid, reliable self rescue, typically withn 10 to 30 seconds. (Functions well despite a fully flooded kayak cockpit). Permits easy boarding and exiting in all depths of water.

Excellent stability in rough water conditions. Highly portable. Frees both hands to facilitate bailing and replacing skirt.

Weight: 4 lbs Length: 13 in Width: 11 in.

MSRP: $140 USD

Assist Ladder Platform Solo Rescue Assist

Ladder-platform speeds boarding for injured or disabled paddlers, invaluable for cold water climates.

Weight: 3.5 lbs.

Length: 18.75”

Width:

9.75”

MSRP: $120 USD

Inflatable Float Attachment Solo Rescue Assist

SRA IFA-1 Inflatable Floatation Attachment provides long term port and starboard stability, ideal for extended expeditions, bottom fishing, napping while at sea. Attaches to SRA Counter-Balance.

Weight: 1.5 lbs.

94

Length: 18”

Kayay Gear GUIDE

Width: 2014

16”

MSRP: $80 USD

Safety Equipment Bilge Pump

by Sea to Summit Must have for any paddler - quick & effective way to empty water from your kayak or canoe. Reinforced joints & marine grade 316 SS screws. Extracts 14 ounces per pump.

Length: 18”

Weight: 14oz

Colour: Orange

MSRP: $26.95USD

Universal rescue straps Nimbus Kayaks

On Nimbus kayaks, universal rescue straps will fit in the pre-designed flush recesses. For all other boats, place straps parallel to seams, just behind cockpit rim, within easy reach from the cockpit area. (Note: Coloured webbing & grab barrels should be on the forward part of the straps on both sides.) $22.23

MSRP:

NRS Tow Tether NRS

This strong tether with a built-in bungee is used with the quick-release harnesses on rescue PFDs. The tether enhances towing performance in rescue situations.

Lengths: 33”, 53” Colors:

MSRP:

$29.95

MSRP:

$79.95

MSRP:

$59.95

MSRP:

$99.95

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

95

black

NRS Pro Kayak Tow Line NRS

You’re going the distance, help others get there too. A tow system is great to have when boating with kids or inexperienced paddlers who may become fatigued during long paddles.

Colors:

blue/yellow

NRS Kayak Tow Line NRS

Be ready to help your paddling partner reach the final destination with the NRS Kayak Tow Line. A tow system is great to have when boating with kids or inexperienced paddlers who may become fatigued during long paddles.

Colors:

yellow

NRS Pro Guardian Waist Throw Bag NRS

In your boat or scouting a rapid, the NRS Pro Guardian Waist Throw Bag is always there when you need it.

Colors:

yellow 2014

Safety Equipment NRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw Bag NRS

Colors:

The NRS Pro Compact Throw Bag is an excellent choice for anyone planning for swiftwater rescue work where light weight and a strong rope are desirable. The yellow Cordura bag with 70’ of 1/4” Dyneema line rated at 2495 pounds is easy to stow and highly visible. yellow

MSRP:

$89.95

MSRP:

$49.95

NRS Sea Kayak Paddle Float NRS

Overbuilt for your safety. The NRS Sea Kayak Paddle Float gives you unmatched support for self rescue.

Colors:

yellow

NRS Deluxe Touring Safety Kit NRS

Colors:

Be prepared, be safe. The Touring Safety Kit will pull you through the common emergencies you’ll encounter. For the beginner or the expert paddler, this kit includes a bilge pump, whistle, signal mirror, paddle float, paddle leash and a boat sponge all conveniently packaged inside our Mesh Deck Bag. yellow

MSRP:

$114.95

MSRP:

$19.95

NRS Kayak Bilge Pump with Float NRS

Don’t take a bath in your boat! A swamped craft is as dangerous as it is uncomfortable. The NRS 21” bilge pump with float can bail out your boat and bail you out of a bad situation in no time.

Colors:

gray/yellow

NRS Standard Kayak Flotation NRS

Patterned so that a single bag fills the entire stern compartment of a kayak designed without a center pillar. Available in three sizes to fit everything from the smallest rodeo kayak to the largest recreational boat.

Colors:

MSRP: $39.95-$49.95

gray

Split Kayak Storage Flotation NRS

Why fill the back of your kayak with bags full of air when you can use that space for precious cargo? Fill the stern bags with gear, seal the top and viola, your boat won’t swamp and your gear stays dry!

Colors:

gray

96

Kayay Gear GUIDE

MSRP: $39.95-$119.95 2014

Safety Equipment NRS HydroLock Kayak Stow Float NRS

The NRS HydroLock Kayak Stow Float is multitasking at its finest. It’ll keep your gear dry, keep your kayak afloat and reduce your boat’s bilge volume so there’s less to pump in the event of an accident.

Colors:

MSRP: $74.95

orange

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

97

Safety Equipment: Knives NRS Titanium Co-Pilot Knife NRS

Meet the Pilot Knifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s little brother! The NRS Titanium Co-Pilot Knife packs all the same great features in a compact package. Lightweight, corrosion-resistant and tough.

Perfect fit for your PFD. Colors:

gray

MSRP:

$119.95

MSRP:

$119.95

MSRP:

$34.95

MSRP:

$34.95

MSRP:

$44.95

MSRP:

$44.95

NRS Titanium Pilot Knife NRS

Want a knife to make your friends green with envy? The NRS Titanium Pilot Knife is lightweight, exceedingly strong and highly corrosion-resistant.

Colors:

gray

NRS Captain Rescue Knife NRS

The folding, lock-blade NRS Captain Rescue Knife is a great choice for guides and swiftwater rescue professionals. Features a rope cutting hook at the tip and a quickslicing serrated edge.

Colors:

orange/black

NRS Green Knife NRS

The compact, convenient NRS Green Knife folds up to fit in your life jacket, shirt, paddling top or pants pocket, and stays put with a spring clip. A great small knife to keep with you on the water.

Colors:

green

NRS Pilot Knife NRS

Both rescue professionals and recreational boaters will really love the features of the NRS Pilot Knife. Not only does its unique design attract attention, the sheath provides convenient access and release of the knife when you need it most.

Colors:

orange, black

NRS Co-Pilot Knife NRS

The Pilot Knife now has a little brother - the NRS Co-Pilot. Great features - smooth and serrated cutting edges, blunt safety tip, bottle opener, etc. Compact design is a fine fit on your PFD. Colors:

yellow, black

98

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Acessories: Packs Waterproof Cell Phone Case Epic Kayaks

Length: 6”

Stay safe and keep your phone handy. Features an automatic, self-sealing closure.

Waterproof to 30 meters (100 feet)! IPX-8 Standard. Touch screen phones can be operated while in the case, and the magnetic clasp will not interfere with your phone, credit cards, etc. Internal Dimensions - 10.5 x 15.5 cm (4”x6”).

Weight: Colour:

MSRP: $29.95

Paddle Bag Epic Kayaks

Protect your 2-piece Epic paddle with our padded bag. Fits one 2-piece paddle.

Length: 6”

Weight:

Colour:

MSRP:

Deluxe Paddle Bag Epic Kayaks

​The Epic deluxe paddle bag has 2 compartments and can hold two of our 2-piece paddles, as well as clothes and other paddling gear. Shoulder strap included.

Length: 6”

Weight:

Colour:

MSRP:

NRS HydroLock Grommeted Dry Bag NRS

The NRS HydroLock Grommeted Dry Bag is designed especially for kayakers. The HydroLock closure is totally waterproof, while the “envelope” shape and smooth surface makes it a snap to stow.

Colors:

MSRP: $18.95-$29.95

orange

NRS MightyLight Dry Sack NRS

Looking for a lightweight stuff sack to keep your clothing, food or gear dry and organized? The NRS MightyLight Dry Sack performs much like heavier dry bags at a fraction of the weight and cost.

Colors:

MSRP: $14.95-$34.95

orange

HydroLock Mapcessory Map Case NRS

No more soggy charts. No more maps flapping in the wind. The NRS HydroLock Map Case helps you navigate with ease. Just fold your map to the right section, seal it inside, secure it to your boat, and go!

Colors:

MSRP: $13.95-$29.95

clear 2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

99

Acessories: Packs NRS Taj M’Haul Deck Bag NRS

Keep snacks, rain gear, maps and gadgets close at hand with the roomy NRS Taj M’Haul Deck Bag. It’s also a home for safety essentials such as your bilge pump, paddle float and sponge.

Colors:

MSRP: $99.95

red/black

NRS Kayak Deck Rigging Kit NRS

Whether you are building your own masterpiece or just re-outfitting an old kayak, the NRS Deck Rigging Kit has everything you need to add rigging to your kayak or canoe.

Its perfect for lashing down deck bags, securing water bottles and any other necessity you want to keep close at hand.

MSRP: $22.95

TechPouch

by AdvancedElements The TechPouch is a roll-top/water resistant flexible case that clips to d-rings for secure placement on the deck of your kayak. The adjustable support arm allows for upright positioning providing an optimal view of your GPS/iPhone/cell phone/map/or other device. Works with touch screen devices.

Length: N/A Weight: N/A Colour: Yellow

$27.99

Big River Dry Bag

by Sea to Summit

Super strong and abrasion resistant/this non-PVC mid-weight dry bag has space saving low profile Hypalon lash loops on the side for secure stacking. Features a roll-resistant oval shape. A great choice for rugged water sports like kayking/ canoeing and rafting. Available in 3, 5, 8, 13, 20, 35 & 65L. Length: 11 - 33” Weight: 2.5 - 10oz Colour: Yellow/Blue/Green or Black

MSRP: $19.95-54.95USD

Hydraulic Dry Pack

by Sea to Summit

Made with 600D TPU laminated fabric and RF-welded waterproof construction/ these heavy-duty dry bags withstand extreme conditions. PVC free/UV resistant and flexible. Features a removable harness and incorporates the field replaceable buckle with stainless steel pins. Available in 35, 65, 90 & 120L. Length: 28” - 44.5” Weight: 2lb 4oz-3lb 15oz Colour: Blue/Green/Yellow or Black

MSRP: $139.95-199.95USD

Access Deck Bag

by Sea to Summit

Provides easy access to essentials lke sunscreen and snacks without exiting your kayak. Uses super strong abrasion resistant 420D PU coated ripstop nylon with stretch reflective shock cord and mesh side compartments for increased storage.

Length: 14.5” 100

Weight: 18oz

Kayay Gear GUIDE

Colour: Blue or Yellow 2014

MSRP: $79.95USD

Acessories: Packs Big River Dry Bag

by Sea to Summit

Super strong and abrasion resistant/this non-PVC mid-weight dry bag has space saving low profile Hypalon lash loops on the side for secure stacking. Features a roll-resistant oval shape. A great choice for rugged water sports like kayking/ canoeing and rafting. Available in 3, 5, 8, 13, 20, 35 & 65L. Length: 11 - 33” Weight: 2.5 - 10oz Colour: Yellow/Blue/Green or Black

MSRP: $19.95-54.95USD

Hydraulic Dry Bag

by Sea to Summit

Made with 600D TPU laminated fabric and completely RF-welded waterproof construction/these heavy-duty dry bags withstand extreme conditions. PVC free/ UV resistant and flexible. Incorporate the use of a field replaceable buckle with stainless steel pins. Available in 8, 13, 20, 35 & 65L. Length: 17 - 33.5” Weight: 9.7 - 28.4oz Colour: Blue/Green/Yellow or Black

MSRP: $34.95-$79.95USD

Kayak kaboose

by Enviro Wilderness Pod

Length: 6’

The kaboose is as simple as Pak N Go. Multi uses multi seasons easy to tow/easy to pack and organize. A quick release tether bring it alongside/no need to go back to shore. Fill the kaboose up with your essential life sustaining gear it is now your survival pod. Sleek hull design/minimal drag.

Weight: 7 kg Colour:

MSRP: $395CDN

Stopper Dry Bag Sea to Summit

15 - 33”

Fully welded dry bags made with 210D nylon fabric with TPU lamination on the outer face for durability/water shedding and abrasion resistance. Oval base resists rolling and allows for easy packing. PVC free and impervious to cracking in extreme cold. Available in 5, 8, 13, 20, 35 & 65L. 3.1 - 11.5oz Blue/Green or Yellow

$22.95-54.95USD

NRS OverHaul Deck Bag NRS

The NRS OverHaul Deck Bag is the perfect day pack for the touring kayaker. Store your snacks, water, map, extra hat, gloves and safety essentials conveniently within arm’s reach. red/black

$69.95

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

101

Acessories: Storage/Transport Boat Loader

Salamander Paddle Gear With the Salamander Boat Loader only one person is needed in the loading process! The Boat Loader is extremely durable and crafted with the care that you would expect and trust from Salamander Paddle Gear!

Length: 25”=63.5cm

Width: 7.25”=18.415cm

Weight: 4lbs- 1814.37g

Colour: Grey/Black

MSRP:

$59.95

MSRP:

$109.99

MSRP:

$109.99

MSRP:

$64.95

MSRP:

$64.95

MSRP:

$19.95

Kayak Stacker

Salamander Paddle Gear Stack up to 4 kayaks, Works on most rack systems,small profile, aerodynamic Length: 3”

Width: 4”

Height: 22”

Colour: Grey

J-Stroke

Salamander Paddle Gear The J Stroke is built to transport one kayak on its side safely and securely.Quick release lever has 3 pal cam mechanisms for bomber grip and infinite range of adjustability. The J Stroke will accommodate kayaks of all shapes and sizes.

Length: N/A

Width: N/A

Height: N/A

Colour: Black

Bruneau Cart

Salamander Paddle Gear The Bruneau Kayak Cart boasts a 150 lb load capacity and with 10 durable-no flat tires. Heavy duty aluminum tubing with stainless steel fasteners; nylon webbing support; all terrain Foam-filled tires - No Flats; Wheels detach and cart folds for compact storage.

Length: 12” Width: 15.5” Height: 14” Colour: Spicy Orange

Sit On Top Cart Salamander Paddle Gear

Transport of your Sit On Top kayak has never been easier! Boat easily slides onto or off of adjustable Scupper posts. 150lb Capacity Length:

Width:

Height:

Colour: Spicy Orange

SUP Deluxe Universal Salamander Paddle Gear

SUP Universal Mini-cell foam blocks provide a safesurface for your vehicle and board. Fits autos with factory rack up to 2 wide, Yakima & Thule as well as autos without racks Length: 31” 102

Width: 4”

Kayay Gear GUIDE

Height: 4” 2014

Colour: Grey

Acessories: Storage/Transport SUP Stacker Block Salamander Paddle Gear

Stacker blocks are low profile and offer the right amount of protection when stacking stand up paddle boards. Block has a channel cut in center to keep the tie down cam strap in place.

Length: 22”

Width: 4”

Height: 2”

Colour:

MSRP:

$10.45

Brat

Danuu Paddle Gear Danuu Brat Kayak Cover is created to be quick and easy to use. With an open hull design, this drop-on cover protects your kayak from the elements! Simply drape it over your craft and cinch the straps for a custom fit. For use indoors, outdoors, and in transport. Fits Solo Type Kayaks Length: 9’ - 12’6” Width: 49” Weight: 2 Colour: Light Grey

MSRP:$129.95

Punk

Danuu Paddle Gear Danuu Punk Kayak Cover is created to be quick and easy to use. With an open hull design, this drop-on cover protects your kayak from the elements! Simply drape it over your craft and cinch the straps for a custom fit. For use indoors, outdoors, and in transport. Fits Solo Type Kayaks Length: 12’ - 15’ Width: 49” Weight: 2.3 Colour: Light Grey

MSRP:

$154.95

MSRP:

$164.95

MSRP:

$174.95

Danuu Punk Kayak Cover is created to be quick and easy to use. With an open hull design, this drop-on cover protects your kayak from the elements! Simply drape it over your craft and cinch the straps for a custom fit. For use indoors, outdoors, and in transport. Fits Solo/Tandem Kayaks, Surfskis Length: 18’ - 20’ Width: 41” Weight: 2.8 Colour: Light Grey

MSRP:

$184.95

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

103

Dude

Danuu Paddle Gear Danuu Punk Kayak Cover is created to be quick and easy to use. With an open hull design, this drop-on cover protects your kayak from the elements! Simply drape it over your craft and cinch the straps for a custom fit. For use indoors, outdoors, and in transport. Fits Tandem and Fishing Kayaks Length: 14’ - 16’ Width: 55” Weight: 2.7 Colour: Light Grey

Buddy

Danuu Paddle Gear Danuu Punk Kayak Cover is created to be quick and easy to use. With an open hull design, this drop-on cover protects your kayak from the elements! Simply drape it over your craft and cinch the straps for a custom fit. For use indoors, outdoors, and in transport. Fits Solo Kayaks, Surfskis, Rowing Shells Length: 15’ - 18’ Width: 49” Weight: 2.6 Colour: Light Grey

Kahuna

Danuu Paddle Gear

Acessories: Storage/Transport Big Guy

Danuu Paddle Gear Danuu Punk Kayak Cover is created to be quick and easy to use. With an open hull design, this drop-on cover protects your kayak from the elements! Simply drape it over your craft and cinch the straps for a custom fit. For use indoors, outdoors, and in transport. Fits Rowing Shells, Outriggers Length: 20’ - 22’ Width: 41” Weight: 3 Colour: Light Grey

MSRP:

$194.95

MSRP:

$204.95

MSRP:

$184.95

MSRP:

$204.95

MSRP:

$224.95

Monster

Danuu Paddle Gear Danuu Monster Kayak Cover is created to be quick and easy to use. With an open hull design, this drop-on cover protects your kayak from the elements! Simply drape it over your craft and cinch the straps for a custom fit. For use indoors, outdoors, and in transport. Fits Rowing Shells, Outriggers Length: 22’ - 26’ Width: 41” Weight: 3.3 Colour: Light Grey

Skipper

Danuu Paddle Gear Danuu Skipper Canoe Cover is created to be quick and easy to use. With an open hull design, this drop-on cover protects your canoe from the elements! Simply drape it over your craft and cinch the straps for a custom fit. For use indoors, outdoors, and in transport. Fits Canoes, Small Dinghies Length: 11’ - 14’8” Width: 76” Weight: 3 Colour: Light Grey

Ranger

Danuu Paddle Gear Danuu Ranger Canoe Cover is created to be quick and easy to use. With an open hull design, this drop-on cover protects your canoe from the elements! Simply drape it over your craft and cinch the straps for a custom fit. For use indoors, outdoors, and in transport. Fits Canoes Length: 14’ - 16’8” Width: 76” Weight: 3.3 Colour: Light Grey

Scout

Danuu Paddle Gear Danuu Scout Canoe Cover is created to be quick and easy to use. With an open hull design, this drop-on cover protects your canoe from the elements! Simply drape it over your craft and cinch the straps for a custom fit. For use indoors, outdoors, and in transport. Fits Canoes Length: 16’ - 18’8” Width: 76” Weight: 3.8 Colour: Light Grey

Super Stretch Neoprene Cockpit Cover NRS

The NRS Super Stretch Neoprene Cockpit cover stretches over your kayak’s cockpit to keep out weather, debris and critters. Super stretchy neoprene and an adjustable shock cord make it a snap to install on any kayak.

Colors: 104

MSRP: $49.95

black Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Acessories: Sprayskirts NRS Drylander Rawhide Sprayskirt NRS

The NRS Drylander Rawhide sprayskirt, with implosion-resistant design and reinforced construction, is one sweet piece of equipment.

Colors:

red/black

MSRP: $124.95

Drylander Shock Cord Sprayskirt NRS

The NRS Drylander Shock Cord is patterned to stretch easily and fit drum-tight on todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kayak designs.

Colors:

black

MSRP: $104.95

NRS Neo Touring Sprayskirt NRS

Neoprene deck skirts are far and away the driest choice for your touring and sea kayaking adventures. The NRS Neo Touring Sprayskirt with its all neoprene deck and tunnel is the perfect choice for the serious boater.

Colors:

MSRP: $98.95

gray/blue

Seals Stretch Nylon Skirt Seals Sprayskirts

For moderate paddling conditions. Waterproof stretch-nylon fabric, adjustable comfort-stretch nylon waistband, removable suspenders. 3/8â&#x20AC;? stitched bungee attachment to the rim. Double-stitched and sealed seams.

Colors:

MSRP:

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

N/A

105

Acessories: Seats and padding Thigh pads Nimbus Kayaks

Thigh\knee pads--contoured to provide a better fit. These pads are CNC machined to fit into our kayaks. They can be installed as is or with a layer or layers of foam under them for a tighter fit.

MSRP:

$23.72

Creature Comfort Seat Kit Nimbus Kayaks

Parts: (1) Seat unit, (1) 3/16” rope (4 ft.), (1) Clam cleat, (2) 2” x 8” self-adhesive hook tape.

MSRP:

$125.67/$130.43

Quarterback Quad Danuu Paddle Gear

The Quarterback was designed to keep your back supported without the confines of a full seat. This back support offers a midback/waist backrest with a 10†high solo back section, providing comfort and mobility. Ideal for any action paddling not requiring an attached seat. For free style kayak surfing Length: 10” high back Weight: 0.2 Colour: Black

MSRP:

$39.95

MSRP:

$59.95

MSRP:

$96.95

MSRP:

$189.95

Outback

Danuu Paddle Gear Simple and comfortable, the Outback Kayak Seat is the perfect choice for the nofrills paddler. Without compromising the all-important features needed in a seat like a 14” high back support, and unobstructed action design, the Outback is our most popular ergonomically designed kayak seat in our line up. Classic Kayak Seat Length: 14” high back Weight: 0.7 Colour: Black

3 Quarter Back Danuu Paddle Gear

The Three Quarter Back is the next step up in kayak seats with a back height of 16” for more support. This seat offers additional features like a zipper storage bag on back to store gear that features a D ring to attach to your keys, moderately padded seat to mold to your boat and form, and a contoured sides.

Length: 16” high back Weight: 1 Colour: Black

Pacific Angler Fishing Seat Danuu Paddle Gear

The Pacific Angler Fishing Seat is the ultimate in kayak fishing seats with special touches for the avid fisherman. The cushioned seat features a 20” high back, zippered storage, rigid pole/rod/hook holders and more making this the most supportive, comfortable, and feature packed seat available.

Length: 20” high back Weight: N/A Colour: Black 106

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Acessories: Seats and padding Seat Pad Epic Kayaks

Our removable seat pad is made from 6.5mm (1/4”) thick closed cell foam and has a slick top surface to allow for proper rotation in the boat, while adding comfort.

Length: 6”

Weight:

Colour:

MSRP: $29.95

Seat Pad Set Epic Kayaks

Length: 6”

Use our seat pads for comfort or stack them to speed the transition to a narrower boat. The Epic Seat Pad Set uses hook and loop fasteners so you can use 1 pad for everyday comfort, then add another 1, 2, or 3 pads to raise your center of gravity and help simulate a less stable boat.

Weight: Colour:

MSRP: $49.00

NRS Kayak Back Band NRS

The NRS Back Band sets a new standard in whitewater and performance-touring comfort. Easy to install and adjust.

Colors:

blue

MSRP: $54.95

NRS Seat Pad - Firm NRS

Colors:

Introducing the new standard in whitewater and performance-touring comfort. This kayak-outfitting essential seamlessly blends conforming foam with support and economy. The seat pad raises you to an active, slightly-forward posture that increases your control. black

MSRP: $34.95

NRS Seat Pad - Soft NRS

Introducing the softer version of our NRS Seat Pad. This kayak-outfitting essential seamlessly blends softer conforming foam with support and economy. The seat pad raises you to an active, slightly-forward posture that increases your control.

Colors:

MSRP: $34.95

blue

High Back Kayak Seat SKWOOSH

The SKWOOSH HIGH BACK combines our Paddling fluidized gel cushion with AirFlo3D breathable fabric and a 20” high contoured back. 4-way attaching straps add additional support for all-day paddling. Engineered to provide comfort and convenience.

Weight: 4 lbs.

Length: 13 in Width: 16 in Height: 20 in Colour: Black 2014

MSRP:

$99.99

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

107

Acessories: Seats and padding High Back with Lumbar SKWOOSH

The SKWOOSH HIGH BACK with LUMBAR combines our Paddling fluidized gel cushion with Air-Flo3D breathable fabric and a 20” contoured high back with an adjustable lumbar support. This seat has a full-sized, drainable zipper pocket.

Designed for kayak fishermen, and recreational or long duration paddlers.

Weight: 4 lbs.

Length: 13 in Width: 16 in Height: 20 in Colour: Black

MSRP:

$119.99

MSRP:

$109.99

MSRP:

$139.99

MSRP:

$169.99

Colour: Black

MSRP:

$59.99

The SKWOOSH Paddling Cushion uses medically proven pressure relieving technology to make paddling more comfortable. It is a lightweight, low profile performance comfort cushion for the long distance and recreational kayaker and sea kayaker.

Weight: 13 oz.

Length: 13 in.

Width: 16 in Height: 7/8 in.

Colour: Black

MSRP:

$49.99

Comfort Support with Lumbar SKWOOSH

The SKWOOSH COMFORT BACK with LUMBAR combines our Paddling fluidized gel cushion with Air-Flo3D breathable fabric and the best mid-sized seatback on the market. At 13” high, the contoured back with adjustable lumbar supports comfortable all-day paddling. Insulated bottle holder and a full-sized, drainable zipper pocket Weight: 3 lbs.

Length: 13 in Width: 16 in Height: 13.5 in Colour: Black

Expedition High Back with Lumbar SKWOOSH

The SKWOOSH EXPEDITION HIGH BACK with LUMBAR combines our Paddling Cushion with Air-Flo3D breathable fabric and the best seatback on the market.

The back is 20” high, has a contoured back with lumbar supports, a detachable rear pack and 2 insulated bottle holders.

Weight: 4 lbs.

Length: 13 in Width: 16 in Height: 20 in Colour: Black

Big Catch High Back with Lumbar SKWOOSH

The SKWOOSH BIG CATCH HIGH BACK with LUMBAR combines our Paddling gel cushion with Air-Flo3D breathable fabric and a 20” back with a contoured back with lumbar support. This seat has a detachable fishing pack with 2 rod holders and 3 Plano utility boxes.

Weight: 4 lbs.

Length: 13 in Width: 16 in Height: 20 in Colour: Black

Classic Paddling Cushion w/AirFlo3D SKWOOSH

This AIR-COOLED, lightweight, low profile Paddling cushion is engineered for the long distance and recreational kayaker. It provides pressure relief for paddling comfort and cool comfort center of gravity for greater stability.

Weight: 13 oz.

Length: 13 in.

Width:

16 in

Height: 7/8 in.

Classic Paddling Cushion SKWOOSH

108

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Acessories: Seats and padding Angler II Fishing Cushion SKWOOSH

The SKWOOSH ANGLER II Gel Fishing Seat is lightweight and uses patented TekPad technology to reduce numbness in your legs and rear. The Angler II secures to your boat with a 3 ft. tether (included) and has a grommet for easy gear attachment.

Weight: 13 oz.

Length: 13 in.

Width: 16 in Height: 7/8 in.

Colour: Yellow

MSRP:

$49.99

MSRP:

$34.99

MSRP:

$29.99

Colour: Black

MSRP:

$39.99

The SKWOOSH Master AGP Row Pad is an advanced pressure-relieving gel row pad designed specifically for serious rowers. AGP Technology enables the TekPad Gel Packs to be welded directly under the iscchial tuberosity, located at the lowest part of the pelvis.

Weight: 7 oz.

Length: 9 in.

Width: 12 in.

Height: .5 in Colour: Black

MSRP:

$39.99

MSRP:

$24.99

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

109

X-Treme Cushion SKWOOSH

An X-TREMELY lightweight, low profile, performance comfort seat cushion for the performance paddler. The SKWOOSH X-TREME kayak gel cushion uses medically proven pressure relieving technology to make paddling more comfortable longer.

Weight: 8 oz.

Length: 10.5 in. Width: 15 in.

Height: .5 in Colour: Yellow

Canoe Cushion with AirFlo3D SKWOOSH

SKWOOSH Canoe gel cushion provides pressure relief and Air-Flo3D extra cool comfort. SKWOOSH uses pressure relieving gel to make paddling more comfortable. This cushion maintains a low center of gravity for greater stability.

Weight: 10 oz.

Length: 13 in

Width:

16 in

Height: 1 in

Colour: Black

Dragon Boat AGP SKWOOSH

The SKWOOSH Dragon Boat AGP Gel Pad delivers pressure relief where you need it most, under your weight bearing ‘sitz’ bones. SKWOOSH delivers comfort without changing your CG or torso height and features a built-in carry loop.

Weight: 7 oz.

Length: 9 in.

Width:

12 in.

Height: .5 in

Master Row AGP SKWOOSH

Fitness Cushion - Black SKWOOSH

The SKWOOSH Fitness Cushion delivers pressure relief right where you need it the most - right under your ‘sitz’ bones. The SKWOOSH design and construction is so unique it fits most rowing machines, recumbent and stationary bikes and many other seating shapes found in a gym.

Weight: 7 oz.

Length: 9 in.

Width: 12 in.

Height: .5 in Colour: Black 2014

Acessories: Clothing Nomad Kokatat

Perfect for touring and canoeing, the Nomad has an adjustable volume 3mm doublelined neoprene lower shoe with a unique covered lacing system that gives a precise fit while eliminating the potential snag hazard. Waterproof/breathable upper gaiter.

Colour: Black

MSRP:

$126

MSRP:

$62

MSRP:

$55

Seeker Kokatat

This ultra-lightweight, highly flexible, low profile shoe is designed for use in lower volume kayaks. Its single-hand adjustable lacing system with a neoprene cover eliminates snag hazards and allows for precise volume adjustment and fit.

The vulcanized rubber sole, heel and toe cap provides comfort and protection.

Colour: Black

Inferno Mitt Kokatat

Kokatat’s Inferno Mitt is designed for the coldest paddling days. This heavy weight 3mm Smoothskin neoprene mitt is thermolined to keep fingers warm, while its precurved design helps to easily keep a grip on the paddle. The mitt also features a reinforced palm area for additional comfort and durability.

Colour: Black

SunCore Kokatat

Kokatat’s SunCore rashguard insulators are a lightweight, high-stretch construction of polyester and spandex that will absorb very little water and dry quickly.

Paddling specific patterns and flat stitched seams prevent chafing. Available in both Long Sleeve and Short Sleeve in Men’s and Women’s designs.

Colour: Men’s Azul, Chili, Gray; Women’s: Chili, Sky

MSRP: $65/$60

NeoCore Kokatat

This lightweight 0.5mm neoprene fabric features a plush polyester inner lining that is comfortable against the skin and retains less water. Combined with a Durable Water Resistant (DWR) coating on the outer surface, . Available in Long Sleeve Shirt, Short Sleeve Shirt and Shorts in Men’s and Women’s designs.

Colour: Men’s Azul, Chili, Gray; Women’s: Chili, Sky

MSRP: $70-$99

WoolCore Kokatat

Kokatat’s WoolCore baselayer insulation combines warmth of wool with the superior moisture wicking, durability and dry time of polyester in a unique paddling specific design. The soft, chlorine-free wool is grown in New Zealand. Available in long sleeve shirt, short sleeve shirt, pants in men’s and women’s designs.

Colour: Heather Charcoal, Heather Gray 110

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

MSRP: $79/$75

Acessories: Clothing Polartec Power Dry BaseCore Kokatat

This silkweight polyester/polypropylene Polartec Power Dry base layer, sourced and made entirely in the US, has been designed specifically to work in concert with a Kokatat dry suit or top to keep paddlers warm and comfortable. Available in long sleeve shirt, short sleeve shirt, pants in both men’s and women’s designs.

Colour: Black

MSRP:

$59

Polartec Power Dry Liner Kokatat

This US made 4-way stretch, recycled content Polartec Power Dry fabric provides extra warmth when needed. Transports moisture away from the body enhancing comfort. Paddling specific design and a durable jersey face enables smoother layering with outer suits and tops.

Colour: Black

MSRP:

$159-$169

Polartec Power Dry OuterCore Kokatat

This US made 4-way stretch, recycled content Polartec Power Dry fabric provides extra warmth when needed, transporting moisture away from the body. Paddling specific design and a durable jersey face enables smoother layering. Available in long sleeve shirt, short sleeve shirt, pants in both men’s and women’s designs.

Colour: Black, Graphite

2014

MSRP: $85-$95

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

111

Reference: Books Paddling the Pacific Northwest Powell River Books

River and lake paddling in a sea kayak -- not your typical jaunts in the Pacific Northwest. Here’s proof that enchanting journeys are born in dreams of personal exploration. A Canadian paddler heads south to probe the rivers of Washington, searching for ‘slow pusher’ rivers to propel his kayak lazily downstream mile after mile.

MSRP: $14.95 CAD

Weather and Trip Recording Journal Paddle Heads Kayaking

Full of useful contact information,Weather, Tides, Coast Guard, Hospitals and Water Taxi.

MSRP:

$24.99

MSRP:

$34.95

MSRP:

$34.95

BC Coast Explorer Vol. 1 Wild Coast Publishing

Volume 1 covers some of the world’s best coastal exploration, from Port Hardy down the outer coast of Vancouver Island to Barkley Sound and the Broken Group Islands, including Cape Scott, Kyuquot, Brooks Peninsula, Nootka Sound, Clayoquot Sound and the Broken Group Islands -- all documented in unrivalled detail.

BC Coast Explorer Vol. 2 Wild Coast Publishing

Volume 2 covers British Columbia’s south coast, from Bamfield on the outside of Vancouver Island down through Victoria and the Gulf Islands, then up through the Strait of Georgia including Howe Sound, Jervis Inlet, Jedediah Island and Desolation Sound -- all documented in unrivalled detail. ARRIVING LATER 2014.

112

Kayay Gear GUIDE

2014

Reference: Maps Broken Group Islands Marine Trail Mapsheet Wild Coast Publishing

Part of the new BC Coast Explorer series, this mapsheet details the popular Broken Group Islands and Barkley Sound on double-sided 22x32” waterproof/ tearproof stock. Designed by kayakers for kayakers, it includes new marine trail information as well as handy references such as campsites, launch locations and scenic features.

MSRP:

$12.95

Desolation Sound Marine Trail Mapsheet Wild Coast Publishing

Part of the new BC Coast Explorer series, this mapsheet details the popular Desolation Sound and Disocvery Islands region on double-sided 22x32” waterproof/ tearproof stock. Designed by kayakers for kayakers, it includes new marine trail information as well as handy references such as campsites, launch locations and scenic features.

MSRP:

$12.95

MSRP:

$9.95

MSRP:

$9.95

MSRP:

$9.95

MSRP:

$9.95

Broughton/Johnstone Recreation Map Wild Coast Publishing

This mapsheet details the popular Desolation Sound and Disocvery Islands region on double-sided 22x36” heavy duty but not waterproof stock. Designed by kayakers for kayakers, it includes handy references such as campsites, launch locations and scenic features.

Clayoquot Sound Recreation Map Wild Coast Publishing

This mapsheet details the popular Clayoquot Sound region on double-sided 22x36” heavy duty but not waterproof stock. Designed by kayakers for kayakers, it includes handy references such as campsites, launch locations and scenic features.

Gulf Islands Recreation Map Wild Coast Publishing

This mapsheet details the popular Gulf Islands region on double-sided 22x36” heavy duty but not waterproof stock. Designed by kayakers for kayakers, it includes handy references such as campsites, launch locations and scenic features.

North Coast Trail Recreation Map Wild Coast Publishing

This mapsheet details the incredible North Coast Trail and North Vancouver Island region n on double-sided 22x36” heavy duty but not waterproof stock.

2014

KAYAK GEAR GUIDE

113