{"title":"Kayak Chooser - Advanced Racing or Athletic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou are, or you're on the way to becoming, a very skilled paddler. Whether racing or sprinting for exercise, speed and performance and is the primary consideration. Probably not your first boat, and\/or you are a relatively sophisticated craftsperson.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"microbootlegger-sport","title":"microBootlegger Sport","description":"\u003cp\u003eBased on Nick Schade's popular\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/microbootlegger\" title=\"Micro-Bootlegger Tandem kayak\"\u003emicroBootlegger tandem kayak\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edesign, the \u003cstrong\u003emicroBootlegger Sport \u003c\/strong\u003ewas originally \u003cstrong\u003edesigned  for an inexperienced, yet fit paddler looking for a kayak he could grow into.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for someone seeking a comfortable, stable yet very capable kayak, this is a kayak that you can jump into right away and that will grow with you as your skills improve. The microBootlegger Sport is a bit of sleeper. To the untrained eye, it may look like a sedate boat for quiet paddling around a calm lake, and it is a great kayak for that, but as the wind builds, and the waves pick up this vessel rises to the occasion. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith just a slight rake to the stem and stern, this kayak has an almost full length waterline, giving it\u003cstrong\u003e good speed potential\u003c\/strong\u003e. With a bit of flare and relatively high sides, the Sport has \u003cstrong\u003egood stability\u003c\/strong\u003e, while still being narrow enough at the waterline to minimize how much water is disturbed as she cuts across the lake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the same waterline length as much longer kayaks, it is fast. The transitioning chine that starts rounded and soft at the bow and becomes hard behind the cockpit creates a kayak that is \u003cstrong\u003eresponsive and quick\u003c\/strong\u003e. A little pressure on the foot-pegs will allow the hull to edge easily and carve an efficient turn. The high roomy deck has \u003cstrong\u003eplenty of space for your feet\u003c\/strong\u003e, but the recessed cockpit gives your thighs something to hold on to without restricting strong torso rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well designed kayak allows the paddler to have a conversation with the water. More that just traveling over the water, a kayak can let you interact, feel and respond. Although it is a very different kayak from the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/petrel\" title=\"Petrel Kayak\"\u003ePetrel\u003c\/a\u003e, the Sport shares a similar bottom shape. It has a similar transitioning chine that is rounded in front and hard behind. This allows for smooth progress into waves, while providing a positive control surface while working down wind for\u003cstrong\u003e capable surfing\u003c\/strong\u003e. This kayak will be \u003cstrong\u003ereassuring to novice kayakers, yet provide exciting performance to a skilled paddler\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recessed cockpit stays out your way and provides a very sophisticated look to the design. It does add a bit of complication to the build, but can be left out to make a very simple build. Most of the strips run pretty straight so it is a good design for experimenting with more difficult woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elegant lines will catch everybody’s attention, so be prepared to deal with some “\u003cstrong\u003ePLS\u003c\/strong\u003e” (Parking Lot Syndrome) where people ask you about your kayak when you really just want to go paddling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you fit in this kayak? \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/compare-kayak-specifications\" title=\"Kayaks need to fit right---check your height, weight, and shoe size in this chart.\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStudy our kayak fit chart.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur strip-built and hybrid kits ship with 50% Western Red and 50% Alaskan Yellow cedar bead \u0026amp; cove strips. Photos on our website and printed materials may show patterns and accent strips with walnut or other materials. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bead-and-cove-strips\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/clcboats.com\/shop\/products\/boat-building-supplies-epoxy-fiberglass-plywood\/cedar-strips-without-bead-and-cove.html\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1717778025339000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2CuQ3oy3pof6bKxiFw1KZn\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Bead-and-cove strips are available in a variety of wood types.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOptional walnut strips are available and can be shipped with kit orders\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chesapeake Light Craft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50173986636069,"sku":"3527-8942","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/4839\/2997\/files\/microbootlegger-sport_new-lead.jpg?v=1746722109"},{"product_id":"mystery","title":"Mystery","description":"\u003cp class=\"related-content\"\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eMystery Kayak\u003c\/strong\u003e has been optimized to be as efficient as possible \u003cstrong\u003eat race pace\u003c\/strong\u003e, while \u003cstrong\u003efitting within the rules for a \"Sea Kayak Touring Class\"\u003c\/strong\u003e as defined by the United States Canoe Association: 20-ft max length, with a 4\" water line beam of at least 18\". To that end it is 20-ft long overall with a waterline length just about an inch shorter. While the design is 18\" wide at the 4\" waterline, with a 200-lb paddler the boat will draw 3-1\/4\" and the waterline beam will be 17-3\/8\". The hull is computer optimized to have a\u003cstrong\u003e very low wetted surface area and extremely low wave-making shape\u003c\/strong\u003e for the minimum possible drag. The overall maximum beam flares out 20\" to conform to the minimum requirements of the Blackburn Challenge Sea Kayak class. The\u003cstrong\u003e flare also provides additional secondary stability and excellent downwind surfing performance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe foredeck is high to \u003cstrong\u003eprovide a clean, dry and fast ride going into heavy chop on open water\u003c\/strong\u003e. The deck ahead of the cockpit is cut away to allow efficient, close-to-the-hull paddle strokes without hitting the boat. The cockpit is long enough for paddlers to sit with their knees up, free to move, allowing full leg extension and torso rotation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design is strip built with 1\/8\" thick strips on the deck and 3\/16\" strip on the hull. With a lightweight racing layup the kayak can be built with a bare-boat weight of 26 lbs and fully equipped at 31 lbs or less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"related-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis design will \u003cstrong\u003eperform best when equipped with a rudder\u003c\/strong\u003e. It tracks very straight and is barely effected by wind, but efficient steering at a race pace is best provided by an efficient rudder. It is a stiff turning boat, not suitable for races with a lot of sharp turns, but runs fast on a straight away. \u003cstrong\u003eDue to the narrow waterline beam of this design, it is not particularly stable\u003c\/strong\u003e, however a low seat will make it comfortable for most experienced paddlers. A higher seat placement will allow better leverage for those comfortable with the stability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause of the non-stock strip specification,\u003cstrong\u003e this kit is a special order.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you fit in this kayak? \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/compare-kayak-specifications\" title=\"Kayaks need to fit right---check your height, weight, and shoe size in this chart.\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStudy our kayak fit chart.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur strip-built and hybrid kits ship with 50% Western Red and 50% Alaskan Yellow cedar bead \u0026amp; cove strips. Photos on our website and printed materials may show patterns and accent strips with walnut or other materials. \u003ca title=\"Bead-and-cove strips are available in a variety of wood types.\" href=\"\/products\/bead-and-cove-strips\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/clcboats.com\/shop\/products\/boat-building-supplies-epoxy-fiberglass-plywood\/cedar-strips-without-bead-and-cove.html\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1717778025339000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2CuQ3oy3pof6bKxiFw1KZn\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOptional walnut strips are available and can be shipped with kit orders\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chesapeake Light Craft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50173986930981,"sku":"6457-6123","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/4839\/2997\/files\/mystery-kayak_new-lead.jpg?v=1746712509"},{"product_id":"night-heron","title":"Night Heron","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNight Heron\u003c\/strong\u003e line is an evolutionary branch of \u003cstrong\u003eNick Schade's line of Guillemot kayaks\u003c\/strong\u003e. Nick studies the lines of the Inuit Boats of Greenland for some of his hull shaping inspiration. This \u003cstrong\u003eboat brings the volume of the hull out towards the ends more for a higher prismatic coefficient\u003c\/strong\u003e. This gives it \u003cstrong\u003egood efficiency at faster speeds\u003c\/strong\u003e. It has fairly hard chines with no concave sections. A slight lean will allow the boat to\u003cstrong\u003e turn easily.\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003elow back deck\u003c\/strong\u003e permits the paddler to lean back so their head touches the back deck. The foredeck is high enough that most paddlers will be able to get their legs in and out while sitting down. If you need more room for your legs you should look at the High Deck Night Heron.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWidely admired for its beauty,\u003cstrong\u003e an example of this design was accepted in the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art,\u003c\/strong\u003e but that does not detract from its on-the-water performance where it is fast and efficient and surfs very easily. It is a secure boat in rough water and responds well playing in the surge of rock gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 20\" wide this is a\u003cstrong\u003e narrow boat\u003c\/strong\u003e, however it is not scary to paddle. Even novice paddlers quickly get comfortable. The\u003cstrong\u003e boat tracks well with good balance\u003c\/strong\u003e and is \u003cstrong\u003equite fast\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is very\u003cstrong\u003e easy to roll\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eperform various braces\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you fit in this kayak? \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/compare-kayak-specifications\" title=\"Kayaks need to fit right---check your height, weight, and shoe size in this chart.\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStudy our kayak fit chart.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur strip-built and hybrid kits ship with 50% Western Red and 50% Alaskan Yellow cedar bead \u0026amp; cove strips. Photos on our website and printed materials may show patterns and accent strips with walnut or other materials. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bead-and-cove-strips\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/clcboats.com\/shop\/products\/boat-building-supplies-epoxy-fiberglass-plywood\/cedar-strips-without-bead-and-cove.html\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1717778025339000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2CuQ3oy3pof6bKxiFw1KZn\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Bead-and-cove strips are available in a variety of wood types.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOptional walnut strips are available and can be shipped with kit orders\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chesapeake Light Craft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50173987029285,"sku":"3991-5680","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/4839\/2997\/files\/night-heron_new-lead.jpg?v=1746710825"},{"product_id":"night-heron-high-deck","title":"Night Heron - High Deck","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNight Heron - High Deck \u003c\/strong\u003eis exactly the same as the regular deck \u003ca href=\"\/products\/night-heron\" title=\"Night Heron\"\u003eNight Heron\u003c\/a\u003e below the sheer line. The deck has been bumped up for a\u003cstrong\u003e little more leg room and more storage volume.\u003c\/strong\u003e This boat will maintain the performance characteristics of the standard deck version, but \u003cstrong\u003eprovide more room for taller paddlers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNight Heron\u003c\/strong\u003e line is an evolutionary branch of\u003cstrong\u003e Nick Schade's line of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/guillemot-kayaks.com\/\" title=\"Nick Schade's company is called Guillemot Kayaks\"\u003eGuillemot \u003c\/a\u003ekayaks\u003c\/strong\u003e. Nick studies the lines of the Inuit Boats of Greenland for some of his hull shaping inspiration. This \u003cstrong\u003eboat brings the volume of the hull out towards the ends more for a higher prismatic coefficient\u003c\/strong\u003e, which means \u003cstrong\u003egood efficiency at faster speeds\u003c\/strong\u003e. It has fairly hard chines with no concave sections. A slight lean will allow the boat to\u003cstrong\u003e turn easily.\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003elow back deck\u003c\/strong\u003e permits the paddler to lean back so their head touches the back deck. The foredeck is high enough that most paddlers will be able to get their legs in and out while sitting down. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWidely admired for its beauty,\u003cstrong\u003e an example of this design was accepted in the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art,\u003c\/strong\u003e but that does not detract from its on-water performance where it is fast and efficient and surfs very easily. It is a secure boat in rough water and responds well playing in the surge of rock gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 20\" wide this is a\u003cstrong\u003e narrow boat\u003c\/strong\u003e, however it is not scary to paddle. Even novice paddlers quickly get comfortable. The\u003cstrong\u003e boat tracks well with good balance\u003c\/strong\u003e and is \u003cstrong\u003equite fast\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is very\u003cstrong\u003e easy to roll\u003c\/strong\u003e and to \u003cstrong\u003eperform various braces\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"related-content\"\u003eDo you fit in this kayak? \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/compare-kayak-specifications\" title=\"Kayaks need to fit right---check your height, weight, and shoe size in this chart.\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStudy our kayak fit chart.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"related-content\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eOur strip-built and hybrid kits ship with 50% Western Red and 50% Alaskan Yellow cedar bead \u0026amp; cove strips. Photos on our website and printed materials may show patterns and accent strips with walnut or other materials. \u003ca title=\"Bead-and-cove strips are available in a variety of wood types.\" href=\"\/products\/bead-and-cove-strips\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/clcboats.com\/shop\/products\/boat-building-supplies-epoxy-fiberglass-plywood\/cedar-strips-without-bead-and-cove.html\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1717778025339000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2CuQ3oy3pof6bKxiFw1KZn\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOptional walnut strips are available and can be shipped with kit orders\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chesapeake Light Craft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50173987094821,"sku":"1019-5923","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/4839\/2997\/files\/night-heron-hd_new-lead.jpg?v=1746709125"},{"product_id":"petrel","title":"Petrel","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarly sailors thought the Storm Petrel could walk on water. Named after Saint Peter, petrels are small birds that feed at sea by fluttering just above the swell with their feet tip-toeing across the water. Like its bird namesake, the \u003cstrong\u003ePetrel \u003c\/strong\u003ekayak is at home at waters where it can dance among the waves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"related-content\"\u003eDesigned as a \u003cstrong\u003eresponsive, lightweight kayak suitable for day trips in rough\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ewater\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is equally at home poking into sheltered estuaries or exploring the shores of isolated coves. This design will carry a large paddler through rough conditions yet it is small enough to be easily handled by petite kayakers. With a \u003cstrong\u003eform inspired by the ancient Inuit inventors of kayaking\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Petrel will appeal to devoted Greenland-style paddlers without being intimidating to novice sea kayakers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis boat is derived from Nick Schade's \u003ca title=\"Night Heron Kayak\" href=\"\/products\/night-heron\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNight Heron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e designs, but it is shorter, has more rocker, and more reserve buoyancy in the ends. The moderately hard chine of the strip-planked Night Heron has been softened forward of the cockpit and transitions into a hard chine behind the cockpit. The result is \u003cstrong\u003ea lively boat that maneuvers easily and accelerates quickly to catch waves or carve down wave faces\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \"transitioning\" chine varies from a quite rounded, soft chine forward to a hard chine aft of the cockpit. The\u003cstrong\u003e forward section provides smooth performance pushing out into waves \u003c\/strong\u003eand reduces the tendency to broach while surfing. The hard chine aft provides some shape that facilitates carving and leaned turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"related-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e deck shape takes its cue from Greenlandic Inuit skin-on-frame designs\u003c\/strong\u003e with a sharp chine-like feature line on either side. This provides height where you need it for knee room, while keeping the deck low overall. The side of the deck slopes in quickly so it is out of the way for close-to-the-hull strokes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis design was developed to carry a 200-pound, six-foot-tall paddler on day trips, but it is small enough in volume that it would also work well for lighter paddlers. It is \u003cstrong\u003emeant as a day tripping boat for larger paddlers\u003c\/strong\u003e, and would not have the capacity for extended trips, but if you are a smaller paddler there is enough interior volume to carry a fair amount of gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"related-content\"\u003eNick's book\u003cem\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBuilding Strip Planked Boats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e contains very detailed instructions on building the Petrel and it is a must-have for anyone contemplating this build. It is included with the complete kit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"related-content\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur strip-built and hybrid kits ship with 50% Western Red and 50% Alaskan Yellow cedar bead-and-cove strips. Photos on our website and printed materials may show patterns and accent strips with walnut or other materials. \u003ca title=\"Bead-and-cove strips are available in a variety of wood types.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/clcboats.com\/shop\/products\/boat-building-supplies-epoxy-fiberglass-plywood\/cedar-strips-without-bead-and-cove.html\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1717778025339000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2CuQ3oy3pof6bKxiFw1KZn\" href=\"\/products\/bead-and-cove-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOptional walnut strips are available and can be shipped with kit orders\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"related-content\"\u003eDo you fit in this kayak? \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/compare-kayak-specifications\" title=\"Kayaks need to fit right---check your height, weight, and shoe size in this chart.\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStudy our kayak fit chart.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chesapeake Light Craft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50173987815717,"sku":"6182-1326","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/4839\/2997\/files\/petrel_new-lead.jpg?v=1746626514"},{"product_id":"razor-billed-auk","title":"Razor-Billed Auk","description":"\u003cp class=\"related-content\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRazor Billed Auk \u003c\/strong\u003eis a fast boat suitable for long distance touring or recreational racing. It has enough volume to carry gear for an extended tour and has the long waterline and low wetted surface area to move efficiently through the water at speed. This boat is less stable than others in the Great Auk family, but will still be quite comfortable for skilled paddlers in rough water. Due to its length it can bog down a little in steep chop, but it will still be faster than most sea kayaks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis design was\u003cstrong\u003e originally created with recreational racing in events such as the Blackburn Challenge in mind\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it has proved quite successful at that purpose, but it was not intended to be a flat-out racing machine with the inherent compromises required in such a design. It is\u003cstrong\u003e intended to function well as a capable touring sea kayak for those people who want to go places quickly and efficiently\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you fit in this kayak? \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/compare-kayak-specifications\" title=\"Kayaks need to fit right---check your height, weight, and shoe size in this chart.\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStudy our kayak fit chart.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur strip-built and hybrid kits ship with 50% Western Red and 50% Alaskan Yellow cedar bead-and-cove strips. Photos on our website and printed materials may show patterns and accent strips with walnut or other materials. \u003ca title=\"Bead-and-cove strips are available in a variety of wood types.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/clcboats.com\/shop\/products\/boat-building-supplies-epoxy-fiberglass-plywood\/cedar-strips-without-bead-and-cove.html\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1717778025339000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2CuQ3oy3pof6bKxiFw1KZn\" href=\"\/products\/bead-and-cove-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOptional walnut strips are available and can be shipped with kit orders\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chesapeake Light Craft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50173988438309,"sku":"3652-7908","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/4839\/2997\/files\/razor-billed-auk_new-lead.jpg?v=1746546733"},{"product_id":"runner","title":"Runner","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 17' x 20\" [5.2 m x 0.5 m] strip-planked kayak is from the drawing board of Nick Schade. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNick writes that the \u003cstrong\u003eRunner \u003c\/strong\u003e\"is designed for comfort and speed in rough water. With a lot of capacity for gear, it can be used as an \u003cstrong\u003eefficient expedition vessel\u003c\/strong\u003e while being a \u003cstrong\u003efast and fun day trippe\u003c\/strong\u003er. It will excel at downwind runs. The full-length waterline maximizes its speed potential, and the shallow-V stern with hard chines provides planing and control surfaces while surfing. Substantial rocker keeps the long waterline responsive and maneuverable.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to be used with a \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"\/products\/smart-track-rudder-system.html\" title=\"Smart Track Rudder System\" target=\"_blank\"\u003estern mount rudder (sold separately)\u003c\/a\u003e, it is still well-balanced, so it can be paddled without the rudder. The rudder adds considerable efficiency while paddling distances, riding waves downwind, and playing in tide races and surf. The hatch recesses are intended for installation of standard rubber kayak hatches with plastic hatch rings. Drawings are included for flush wooden hatches typical of strip-built kayaks. Kits are available for both hatch options. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prototype was built with standard sea kayak rubber hatches recessed in the deck with four different hatch volumes: Front, Rear, Day, and a \"Whiskey\" hatch in front of the cockpit. The kayak plans include these options and patterns for flush wooden hatches for all the same. Also included in the plans is a recessed, deck-mounted compass. Another option included in the plans is a system to mount a surf-ski-style footboard which adds great ergonomics for powerful paddling. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDo you fit in this kayak? \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/compare-kayak-specifications\" title=\"Kayaks need to fit right---check your height, weight, and shoe size in this chart.\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStudy our kayak fit chart.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003eOur strip-built and hybrid kits ship with 50% Western Red and 50% Alaskan Yellow cedar bead \u0026amp; cove strips. Photos on our website and printed materials may show patterns and accent strips with walnut or other materials. \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/clcboats.com\/shop\/products\/boat-building-supplies-epoxy-fiberglass-plywood\/cedar-strips-without-bead-and-cove.html\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1717778025339000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2CuQ3oy3pof6bKxiFw1KZn\" href=\"\/products\/bead-and-cove-strips\" title=\"Bead-and-cove strips are available in a variety of wood types.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOptional walnut strips are available and can be shipped with kit orders\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chesapeake Light Craft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50173988569381,"sku":"9838-9643","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/4839\/2997\/files\/runner-stripkayak_new-lead.jpg?v=1744903568"}],"url":"https:\/\/clcboats.com\/collections\/kayak-chooser-advanced-racing-or-athletic.oembed","provider":"Chesapeake Light Craft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}