The Avocet

The compact sea kayak that doesn’t compromise performance. Developed from the popular Pintail the Avocet retains much of the lively handling but is refined to provide better tracking and be more forgiving. The Avocet is ideal as a general sea kayak for small paddlers, especially women, or for the average sized paddler it makes a playful and enjoyable day boat. Those of you familiar with the ‘This is the Sea’ kayaking DVD’s will have seen this kayak in action in the tidal races famous in the UK, where it has a cult following among sea kayak surfing enthusiasts. To see a short video of the Avocet at play, click the play button below:

 

Technical Specs:

 

Length

Width

Depth

Material

Weight

Paddler

4.88

56cm

33cm

PE

24.5kg

45kg – 85kg

 

Features:

 

Retractable Skeg

A slider fitted near the cockpit, operates a retractable skeg to ensure the kayak can be easily trimmed to suit all conditions.

 

Triple-layer Polyethylene

High density polyethylene moulded in a three stage process to create a superior triple-layer laminate construction. Benefits include reduced weight, greater stiffness and abrasion resistance.

 

Welded Contoured Bulkhead

Our contoured bulkhead somes as a standard feature. The curved form allows for flexion of the hull, particularly when stress is concentrated on a spot when running aground. Welded in place for the best possible construction.

 

Ergonomic Seat System

Our seat system includes an ergonomically contoured seat pan, three dimesional adjustable backband and padded customisable hip shims.

 

Moulded-in Deck Fittings

Corrosion free brass lugs are moulded into the deck, producing a hole free deck rigging system, more reliable and drier!

 

 

Colour Options

Choose from six colours for your triple-layer polyethylene kayak.

 

 

Extra Options (not standard)

 

Silva 70P Compass

The Silva 70P Compas is a compact watertight unit which can be fitted vertically or at

a sloping angle. It allows transverse tilting up to 30º, with unlimited tilting fore and aft. Double scale, with top and edge readings.

 

 Navigator Rudder

A simple, lightweight yet high-performance rudder system from Kayaksport.