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KAYAKING BUYER ’ S G UID E

EDDYLINE KAYAKS
Sitka LT
The Sitka LT is a lightweight, high performing day touring kayak designed to fit
the medium- to large-frame paddler. This fully outfitted seaworthy kayak has perimeter lines, bulkheads
and hatches, a six-inch forward day hatch for easy access of small items, retractable handles, deck bungees
and an upgraded ergonomic Infinity Seat System with backrest (standard) or backband (optional).
LENGTH: 14'6" • WIDTH: 23.5" • WEIGHT: 49 LBS • CAPACITY: 350 LBS • PRIMARY MATERIAL: THERMOFORM ABS
EDDYLINE.COM | $2,449 USD
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EDDYLINE KAYAKS
Sitka ST
The Sitka ST (formerly the Samba) is a lightweight, high performing day
touring kayak designed to fit the small- to medium-frame paddler. This fully outfitted, seaworthy
kayak has perimeter lines, bulkheads and hatches, retractable handles, deck bungees and an upgraded,
ergonomic Infinity Seat System with standard backrest or optional backband.
LENGTH: 13'9" • WIDTH: 22.5" • WEIGHT: 43 LBS • CAPACITY: 300 LBS • PRIMARY MATERIAL: THERMOFORM ABS
EDDYLINE.COM | $2,249 USD
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OTTO VALLINGA YACHT DESIGN
Aulavik 18
Aulavik, meaning the place where people travel, is a hybrid using
of a stitch-and-glue, single-chine hull coupled with a cedarstrip deck. The use of strips allows more shape in the deck than can be
achieved using plywood. The use of cedar also allows the builder to personalize the deck during construction. The Aulavik tracks
well and has good initial stability. Kits can be purchased through the website or at noahsmarine.com.
LENGTH: 18'8" • WIDTH: 23.8" • WEIGHT: 52 LBS • CAPACITY: 270 LBS • PRIMARY MATERIAL: WOOD COMPOSITE
GETONTHEWATER.CA | $1,415 CAD
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EXPEDITION
SEA KAYAKING UK
Echo
The Echo is an expedition kayak for small paddlers, designed
to handle well in surf and rough water. It has a lower deck and tighter fit than
the Pilgrim or Pilgrim Expedition. Designed to replace the custom cut-down versions of these two boats, it eliminates the excess
rocker resulting from post-mold deck height reduction. The result is a fast, fun, playful boat that behaves beautifully in wind.
LENGTH: 16'7" • WIDTH: 19.5" • WEIGHT: 54 LBS • CAPACITY: 150 LBS • PRIMARY MATERIAL: FIBERGLASS
SEAKAYAKUSA.COM | $4,200 USD • $4,395 CAD
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SEA KAYAKING UK
Explorer
An award-winning design for rough water and for covering
distances, the Explorer is Nigel Dennis Kayaks’ main expedition kayak.
It’s fast, maneuverable and directionally stable. The Explorer is the standard for expeditions. It has a large carrying capacity—
enough for a one-month expedition to Antarctica carrying all supplies with no support. The kayak has a low rear deck for easy
rolling, a flush, slanted rear bulkhead for complete emptying and three water-tight hatches.
LENGTH: 17'4" • WIDTH: 21.9" • WEIGHT: 56 LBS • CAPACITY: 690 LBS • PRIMARY MATERIAL: FIBERGLASS
SEAKAYAKUSA.COM | $4,385 USD
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