New Kayaks

New for 2002-The Feathercraft Air Line Folding Sit-on-Top kayaks. Introducing four new models for the recreational travelling paddler. A fabric skin with inflatable urethane air chambers combines with an aluminum framework to make the kayak rigid and light. 604-681-8437.
www.feathercraft.com

John Lockwood of Pygmy Boats designed the Arctic Tern 14 for Michael Powers of the Tsunami Rangers who wanted a smaller, maneuverable kayak he could take into the rock gardens and sea caves. Although the boat was designed with advanced paddlers in mind, it's also suitable for teens and smaller adults. Lower wetted surface makes it easier to keep pace with larger boats. And at thirty pounds & 14 feet, she is easy to car top. 360-385-6143. www.pygmyboats.com

The Current Designs Andromeda, by Derek Hutchinson, is in the tradition of British boats: sleek and fast, yet stable, with a classic 'Swede' form hull, a round chine hull and shallow 'V' keel. 17'3" and 20.5' wide. Outfitted with a skeg. Canada: 250-479-0106. USA: 507-454-5430 www.cdkayak.com/

The Sirocco is Current Designs first rotomolded British style kayak.
Based on the popular composite kayak, Gulfstream, this Hutchinson design will appeal to a broad market who crave performance yet want a boat that's user friendly. Length: 16' 10". Hull Shape: Swede Form/Medium Chine with a shallow V. Beam: 23.25". Weight: 60 lbs.
Skeg: Retractable. Canada: 250-479-0106. USA: 507-454-5430 www.cdkayak.com/

The Current Designs Speedster is a racing surf-ski, designed by American double-gold medallist, Greg Barton. Vacuum bag laminated using high quality resins along with a laminate of kevlar, s-glass and core materials. An adjustable footboard system allows easy and positive adjustment for any paddler from 5'5" to 6'4". The Speedster is 19' 11" in length, 18" wide and weighs 32lbs. Canada: 250-479-0106. USA: 507-454-5430. www.cdkayak.com

Hobie's new Mirage Outback was designed for hands-free operation, propelled by Hobie's patented Mirage Drive, utilizing underwater flippers that operate like a penguin's fins. Molded-in rod holders, hatches, tackle box tray. Storage compartments for dive tank, cooler or bait tank. See MirageDrive in action at :
www.hobiekayaks.com. For the Hobie Mirage Outback dealer in your area, call 1-800-HOBIE 49, or check out Hobie's Dealer Finder at the website.

Nimbus Kayaks has recently introduced the Aria, a solo outrigger
canoe. At 22'6" long and 13.75" wide, it is sleek and fast, suitable for club use and general paddling. Work is currently in progress on a larger volume ama more suitable for surfing and racing. Available October 2001. 604-467-9932. www.nimbuskayaks.com.

Chesapeake Light Craft's Chesapeake 14 is a hard-chine sea kayak which is stable and sporty but designed for paddlers under 130 lbs. It's easy to build, fun for day paddling and has enough capacity for carrying gear on longer trips. It provides big-boat performance for small adults and is an excellent boat for kids. 410-267-0137.
www.clcboats.com.

Boréal Designs of Quebec, Canada has two new models, the Pakesso, a new light touring composite sea kayak at 14'6" and 22-1/2", designed for smaller paddler. The Nanook, a new expedition seakayak at 17'8" x 24-1/4" has been designed for the bigger paddler, who is looking for an efficient, light weight and roomy kayak. 418-878-3099.
www.borealdesign.com

Build your own heirloom wooden kayak from a kit by new Canadian kit boat company, West Coast Wooden Kits Ltd. Four designs available fall 2001, including an 18' sea kayak, a 14' row boat, a 16' canoe and 8' dinghy. All designs from'Hurley's Wooden Boats. Ph: 250-245-5199.
www.westcoastwoodenkits.com.

The AquaDynamic Sea Cadet is an ideal touring kayak for a young person. The pod cockpit provides the safety advantages of a sit-on-top kayak, allowing the child to climb back in after capsizing. These kayaks are maneuverable, durable and so light, kids carry their own boats. Roomy hatch compartments store all their gear.
$899 Cdn in fiberglass. AquaDynamic Watercraft Inc.
blord@aquadynamic.com.Ph:1-866-278-2396. www.aquadynamic.com

The Necky Elaho is a great low volume touring/play boat with a
multi-chined rockered hull, so very maneuverable. A snug-fitting kayak with day hatch, three bulkheads and drop skeg. Available in polymer, fiberglass or Kevlar construction. Length: 15'10". Width: 22". Weight: 63 lbs. Price: Polymer $1,899 Cdn. Fiberglass $3,299
Cdn. Kevlar: $3,899.00 Cdn. Necky: 604-850-1206. www.necky.com.

At 24.5" wide, the Necky Eskia multi-chined hull offers plenty of
initial stability and good tracking, making it comfortable for
mid-sized to large paddlers. Innovative flush hatches keep the deck clean and lend the kayak a very integrated look. Length: 16'4". Width: 24.5". Weight: 64 lbs. Price: $1,899 Cdn.
Necky: 604-850-1206. www.necky.com.

The Necky Sky II tandem's compact size makes it easy to "grab and go". The open cockpit makes jumping in and out a snap, and keeps children or pets close at hand. And ideal platform for bird watching, photography and fishing. It also stores neatly on the deck of larger boats or atop RVs. Length: 12'7" Width: 28" Weight: 59lbs
Price:$949 Cdn.
Necky: 604-850-1206. www.necky.com.

The new Chilco by Seaward Kayaks is an 18'-5', performance touring kayak. Available in fiberglass or Kevlar the shallow, multi-chined, low-rocker hull enhances speed, edging and tracking. Standard features include two full-sized recessed hatches, a 6" (low) backrest, solid brace pivoting rudder control foot pedals and recessed deck fittings.
www.seawardkayaks.com/2001/k1.htm

Seaward's 17-foot-5-inch Aurora is the first light touring model of their new series called "Discovery Kayaks" for beginner to
intermediate paddlers. Loaded or empty, this kayak retains a great balance of initial and secondary stability. Manufactured with the same care and attention to detail as all Seaward models, Discovery Kayaks are ideal for paddlers who are on a limited budget, but still
want the performance of a composite kayak. 1-800-595-9755.
www.seawardkayaks.com/2001/aurora.htm