No, each boat is custom built to the requirements of the customer. We do not keep an inventory of completed boats ready to sell.

If you need your new boat by a certain date, make sure you place your order well in advance. While it takes about a month, each boat is built one-at-a-time, by hand, in our shop. We build them in the order we receive deposits for each boat.

The time required to deliver your boat will depend on how long our waiting list is.

The right boat depends on how you use it. Contact us and we'll help you find yours.

Yes, boats are available for on-the-water testing in Annapolis, MD and Groton, CT. Please use our Contact Form to set up a time.

Besides the obvious fact that they are easier to carry around:

Quicker Maneuvering: Lightweight kayaks are more agile and responsive to paddle strokes, making them easier to turn, edge, and control. This is particularly advantageous in technical conditions, such as navigating tight spaces or rough water.

Better Handling in Waves: Lighter kayaks are more responsive to changes in water conditions, allowing paddlers to adjust quickly to waves, currents, and wind.

Enhanced Feel for the Water: The reduced weight and stiffness of lightweight kayaks provide better feedback, giving paddlers a more connected and intuitive experience on the water.

Superior Mechanical Properties:

Epoxy resins have higher tensile, flexural, and compressive strength compared to vinyl ester and polyester resins. This makes them ideal for high-performance applications where strength and stiffness are critical.

They provide excellent adhesion to fibers (e.g., carbon, fiberglass, basalt), resulting in a stronger bond and better load transfer between the resin and the reinforcement.

Higher Fatigue Resistance:

Epoxy resins are more resistant to fatigue, meaning they can withstand repeated stress cycles without degrading as quickly as vinyl ester or polyester resins. This is particularly important for structures subjected to dynamic loads, such as kayaks, aircraft, or wind turbine blades.

Lower Shrinkage:

Epoxy resins shrink less during curing compared to polyester and vinyl ester resins. Lower shrinkage reduces internal stresses and minimizes the risk of cracking or warping in the final product.