Touring Kayaks in Stock at WildWaters
Additional touring kayaks are available.
Necky Touring Kayaks
Zoar Sport LV
LV stands for low volume, and the Zoar Sport LV is simply a lower volume kayak with all the winning characteristics of our larger Zoar Sport. If you've usually felt as if you were “up to your armpits” in most kayaks, because they're far too big for you, then the LV is the answer. Still easy to paddle, still very stable and reassuring on the water, but scaled down for smaller folks who want a boat that truly fits their size. Stop wearing size 13 shoes when you're really an eight! Try the Zoar Sport LV. Every kayak should be this approachable and easy to use.
Zoar Sport
The Zoar Sport is easy to maneuver both on and off the water. Its 25" beam combined with the diamond hull design offer incredible stability making it a perfect choice for beginners, fishing enthusiasts, photographers and bird watchers. The Zoar Sport's big cockpit is easy to get in or out of and is very roomy for “all day” comfort. Rubber hatches secure the sizeable cargo holds and waterproof bulkheads keep gear safe and dry. Affordable and always reassuringly solid on the water, the Zoar Sport offers a great introduction to the sport of kayak touring.
Elaho
The Elaho is a low profile touring playboat. Its multi-chine diamond hull and rocker combine to make a very playful and maneuverable kayak. Extremely smooth edge to edge, the Elaho
responds beautifully to lean turns and edging. The bow and stern hatches feature flush covers, effectively eliminating kick–up from spray across the deck and providing a clean, integrated
look to the boat. There's even a convenient day hatch behind the seat. The snug fit of the cockpit, positive thigh braces and adjustable backband promote excellent boat control. The low stern deck makes lying back for rolls very comfortable. Polymer construction makes this boat incredibly durable.
Chatham 16
The flowing lines of the Chatham series are inspired by classic British designs. The 16 is built to minimize windage, have great maneuverability and superb rough water performance. The hull
has a very full chine, which provides great stability for a boat of this beam and quick response
to edging and lean turns. Volume in the bow is carried well forward ensuring good resurfacing characteristics when riding through wind waves or punching surf. A drop skeg, three bulkheads
and water resistant VCP hatches complete the package. This boat truly excels at coastal exploration through surf zones, rock gardens and convoluted rip tides. Polymer construction
yields amazing durability and resiliency.
Chatham 17
This seventeen footer features a fine bow entry and a sleek stern to offer exceptional glide and efficiency. The rocker is less pronounced than the Chatham 16, resulting in stronger tracking and greater hull speed. The 17 sits comfortably on edge just like its longer and shorter siblings and responds quickly to a deliberate paddle stroke. The adjustable outfitting is relaxed and roomy, offering great comfort while still providing positive fit for agressive edging and rolls. Three VCP hatches (two oval and one round day hatch) are standard on the low profile deck. A retractable skeg operated by our own kink free "Necky Wire" completes the package giving the Chatham 17 bomb-proof tracking in even the most severe conditions.
Old Town Touring Kayaks
Castine
Stable and easy to handle, the Castine paddles comfortably in tight areas and tracks remarkably well. It's the perfect kayak for day trips, or for just relaxing on the water. |
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DEPTH |
WEIGHT |
COCKPIT |
CAPACITY |
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PolyLink3™ |
12' 9" |
26" |
13" |
57 lbs. |
17" x 33" |
300 lbs. |
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Nantucket
Coastal adventure…cruising on the lake…weekend kayak trips. That's what the Nantucket is for. |
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LENGTH |
WIDTH |
DEPTH |
WEIGHT |
COCKPIT |
CAPACITY |
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PolyLink3™ |
14' 9" |
26" |
13" |
61 lbs. |
17" x 33" |
350 lbs. |
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Adventure XL 125
We've expanded our large-cockpit Adventure XL touring kayak series to include the new Adventure XL 125, made for smaller paddlers. |
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LENGTH |
WIDTH |
DEPTH |
WEIGHT |
COCKPIT |
CAPACITY |
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PolyLink3™ |
12' 5" |
27.5" |
14" |
50 lbs. |
18" x 40" |
300 lbs. |
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Adventure XL 139
The original Adventure XL combines extra width for stability, an extra-large cockpit, and the paddling ease of our Castine and Nantucket designs. |
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LENGTH |
WIDTH |
DEPTH |
WEIGHT |
COCKPIT |
CAPACITY |
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PolyLink3™ |
13' 9" |
28" |
14" |
56 lbs. |
17" x 43" |
350 lbs. |
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Adventure XL 160
The longest and fastest in the series, the Adventure XL 160 is the former Old Town Chesapeake model but with a larger cockpit for roomy comfort and convenience. |
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| MATERIAL |
LENGTH |
WIDTH |
DEPTH |
WEIGHT |
COCKPIT |
CAPACITY |
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PolyLink3™ |
16'0" |
26.5" |
15" |
63 lbs. |
18" x 41" |
375 lbs. |
Seaward Touring Kayaks
Luna
Agile, shorter for the small to medium sized paddler.
The Luna has a shorter cockpit to provide paddlers under 180 lbs with a comfortable fit. This kayak is at home on day trips, yet has enough storage space for multi-day expeditions.
The Luna's slightly rockered hull enahances maneuverability ensuring long term enjoyment of this versatile craft.
Navigator
Excellent tracking with good intial and secondary stability
The Navigator is a medium volume kayak popular as a coastal touring craft and is the choice of many rental fleets and tour operators.
The Navigator's Greenland style bow spreads the waves for excellent tracking providing a dry ride and allowing paddlers to handle the kayak in both oncoming and following seas.
This design ensures good initial stability and a comfortable secondary edge with volume capable of handling expedition-sized loads. Paddlers of all sizes will fit easily into the Navigator's roomy cockpit.
Endeavour
A nimble touring kayak with a skeg
The agile Endeavour is a traditional Greenland design with a shallow "V" hull and sufficient rocker to offer paddlers great maneuverability yet uncompromised tracking.
The design of this kayak provides good initial and secondary stability and incorporates flexible storage features for extended kayak trips.
Whether you paddle on a lake with a gentle breeze or spend part of an afternoon in a changing tidal current the Endeavour is a pleasure to paddle.
It's features include a day hatch with an additional bulkhead, a skeg and recessed fittings.
Ascente
A low deck height, great tracking and fast hull speed
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 and quickly accelerates to a top cruising speed. Ideal for someone looking to develop their skills, the Ascente handles gracefuly like the Quest but with less volume, rocker and length.
Chilco HV
Superb efficiency and responsiveness
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.
Easy rolling and low wind resistance in adverse conditions are a result of the Chilco's low profile. The ergonomic cockpit design allows easy entry and it's thigh braces accommodate a variety of paddler sizes. Quest X3
A fast touring kayak with a recessed day hatch
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.
Flares, marine radio, lunch or sweater all fit neatly together in one easily accessible compartment. Seaward's Quest X3 is a nimble performer in surf, wind or severe waves.
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 .......till now
Nigel Foster Kayaks - by Seaward
Legend
A sleek, easy, light, and fast sea kayak
It handles well in wild conditions and surfs well on 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 clipper bow and secondary levels of buoyancy in the hull make the Legend a dry boat to paddle, while the clean deck layout, with everything from hatches to safety line anchor points and compass being recessed, minimizes spray. The cockpit is roomy inside for leg and foot comfort, with a comfortable seat. The Legend has expedition carrying capacity, and is easy to load through the standard configuration of two large oval hatches, with a separate round offset hatch to one side behind the paddler accessing a sealed "day-hatch".
Shadow
An excellent choice for the larger paddler
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 "day-hatch" standard on all of Foster's designs. This kayak has become a favorite amongst instructors for its ease of making clear on-water demonstrations of paddling skills.
Discover Kayaks
Aurora
Stable beginner to intermediate touring kayak
Discover a loon's call on a shallow bay, a lake or the ocean. 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. Ultimately, we've just made composite touring kayaks that much more accessible to all paddlers.
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