Model Comparison

Important information when fitting a kayak. If you’re new to the kayaking world, it may be hard to tell what key features you should be looking for when determining what size kayak you should get. You’ll want to know a few measurements:

1. Width – The cockpit dimensions are listed for each kayak. Knowing the width of your hips will allow you to ensure that you’ll be able to easily get in and out of the kayak you select.

2. Load Capacity – Depending on whether you’ll be using your kayak for an afternoon excursion or a 5-day expedition, you’ll want to pay attention to the load capacity and volume on each kayak. If you’ll be packing a lot of gear (or bringing beverages for the crew) you may want to look at the Reflection or Grand Illusion which have a 400+ pound load capacity. The load capacity is paddler weight + gear + baggage.

3. Weight – Knowing the weight of the finished kayak will help you determine if it is something you can load on/off your vehicle by yourself and/or carry the kayak across rough terrain prior to launch. Your selected layup and paint colors will make a difference in the final weight of the kayak. Upgrading to a carbon Kevlar layup will typically shave 8 – 10 pounds off of a boat to get you on the lower ends of the weight ranges. Read more about layups on our FAQ page.

Important information when fitting a kayak. If you’re new to the kayaking world, it may be hard to tell what key features you should be looking for when determining what size kayak you should get. You’ll want to know a few measurements:

1. Width – The cockpit dimensions are listed for each kayak. Knowing the width of your hips will allow you to ensure that you’ll be able to easily get in and out of the kayak you select.

2. Load Capacity – Depending on whether you’ll be using your kayak for an afternoon excursion or a 5-day expedition, you’ll want to pay attention to the load capacity and volume on each kayak. If you’ll be packing a lot of gear (or bringing beverages for the crew) you may want to look at the Reflection or Grand Illusion which have a 400+ pound load capacity. The load capacity is paddler weight + gear + baggage.

3. Weight – Knowing the weight of the finished kayak will help you determine if it is something you can load on/off your vehicle by yourself and/or carry the kayak across rough terrain prior to launch. Your selected layup and paint colors will make a difference in the final weight of the kayak. Upgrading to a carbon Kevlar layup will typically shave 8 – 10 pounds off of a boat to get you on the lower ends of the weight ranges. Read more about layups on our FAQ page.

Important information when fitting a kayak. If you’re new to the kayaking world, it may be hard to tell what key features you should be looking for when determining what size kayak you should get. You’ll want to know a few measurements:

1. Width – The cockpit dimensions are listed for each kayak. Knowing the width of your hips will allow you to ensure that you’ll be able to easily get in and out of the kayak you select.

2. Load Capacity – Depending on whether you’ll be using your kayak for an afternoon excursion or a 5-day expedition, you’ll want to pay attention to the load capacity and volume on each kayak. If you’ll be packing a lot of gear (or bringing beverages for the crew) you may want to look at the Reflection or Grand Illusion which have a 400+ pound load capacity. The load capacity is paddler weight + gear + baggage.

3. Weight – Knowing the weight of the finished kayak will help you determine if it is something you can load on/off your vehicle by yourself and/or carry the kayak across rough terrain prior to launch. Your selected layup and paint colors will make a difference in the final weight of the kayak. Upgrading to a carbon Kevlar layup will typically shave 8 – 10 pounds off of a boat to get you on the lower ends of the weight ranges. Read more about layups on our FAQ page.

Important information when fitting a kayak. If you’re new to the kayaking world, it may be hard to tell what key features you should be looking for when determining what size kayak you should get. You’ll want to know a few measurements:

1. Width – The cockpit dimensions are listed for each kayak. Knowing the width of your hips will allow you to ensure that you’ll be able to easily get in and out of the kayak you select.

2. Load Capacity – Depending on whether you’ll be using your kayak for an afternoon excursion or a 5-day expedition, you’ll want to pay attention to the load capacity and volume on each kayak. If you’ll be packing a lot of gear (or bringing beverages for the crew) you may want to look at the Reflection or Grand Illusion which have a 400+ pound load capacity. The load capacity is paddler weight + gear + baggage.

3. Weight – Knowing the weight of the finished kayak will help you determine if it is something you can load on/off your vehicle by yourself and/or carry the kayak across rough terrain prior to launch. Your selected layup and paint colors will make a difference in the final weight of the kayak. Upgrading to a carbon Kevlar layup will typically shave 8 – 10 pounds off of a boat to get you on the lower ends of the weight ranges. Read more about layups on our FAQ page.

Important information when fitting a kayak. If you’re new to the kayaking world, it may be hard to tell what key features you should be looking for when determining what size kayak you should get. You’ll want to know a few measurements:

1. Width – The cockpit dimensions are listed for each kayak. Knowing the width of your hips will allow you to ensure that you’ll be able to easily get in and out of the kayak you select.

2. Load Capacity – Depending on whether you’ll be using your kayak for an afternoon excursion or a 5-day expedition, you’ll want to pay attention to the load capacity and volume on each kayak. If you’ll be packing a lot of gear (or bringing beverages for the crew) you may want to look at the Reflection or Grand Illusion which have a 400+ pound load capacity. The load capacity is paddler weight + gear + baggage.

3. Weight – Knowing the weight of the finished kayak will help you determine if it is something you can load on/off your vehicle by yourself and/or carry the kayak across rough terrain prior to launch. Your selected layup and paint colors will make a difference in the final weight of the kayak. Upgrading to a carbon Kevlar layup will typically shave 8 – 10 pounds off of a boat to get you on the lower ends of the weight ranges. Read more about layups on our FAQ page.