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perception kayaks 2014 brochure

perception kayaks 2014 brochure

perception kayaks 2014 brochure

Product catalog summary
Overview: This document serves as a comprehensive product catalogue for Perception Kayaks, detailing various kayak models manufactured in the UK. It focuses on recreational, sit-on-top, and touring & sea kayaks, providing insights into their performance characteristics, features, and specifications to assist potential buyers in selecting the right kayak.
Performance Characteristics: The catalogue evaluates kayaks based on stability, speed, tracking, manoeuvrability, comfort, storage, and versatility. These attributes are rated to guide users in choosing a model that aligns with their intended use.
Kayak Categories:
  • Recreational Kayaks: These are designed for ease of use and stability, ideal for beginners and casual paddlers. Features include a tracking hull, comfort seating, and an accessible cockpit.
  • Sit-on-Top Kayaks: Suitable for inland and coastal paddling, these kayaks feature self-bailing systems, moulded-in handles, and accessory attachment points, making them versatile for activities like fishing and surfing.
  • Touring & Sea Kayaks: Built for performance in open waters, these kayaks offer advanced outfitting options such as adjustable pedal footrests and optional rudders for enhanced paddling efficiency and comfort.
Specific Models:
  • Sierra: Known for speed and efficiency, ideal for photographers and nature watchers.
  • Sundance: A nimble kayak suitable for short trips and tight situations.
  • Prodigy II: A tandem kayak offering comfort and performance for families and partners.
  • Scooter Series: A range of sit-on-top kayaks for beach and inland adventures, available in solo or tandem options.
  • Triumph Series: Versatile sit-on-top kayaks designed for various water conditions, with ample storage and outfitting options.
Additional Models:
  • Horizon Tandem Kayak: A versatile twin-cockpit tandem kayak with a long waterline for stability, suitable for short trips or multi-day expeditions.
  • Carolina Series: Offers models like Carolina 12xs, 12, and 14, known for reliable tracking, stability, and storage, suitable for day and overnight trips.
  • Expression Series: Balances recreational and touring capabilities, featuring a TruTrak skeg system for enhanced tracking and optional rudder for directional control.
  • Essence Series: Tailored for sea kayaking with a V-shaped hull for stability and speed, offering expedition-grade outfitting and ample storage for long trips.
Materials and Construction: All kayaks are made from Superlinear Polyethylene, ensuring stiffness, durability, and UV resistance, maintaining shape and performance over time.
Seating and Control Systems: Features various seating systems like Zone DLX and Zone EXP for comfort and adjustability, along with control systems such as pedal footrests, TruTrak skeg, and optional touring rudder for enhanced paddling efficiency.
Contact Information: For further details, Perception Kayaks can be contacted at their UK office or through their website.
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Catalog excerpts

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*■.■?■ PRODUCT C ATA LOGU E ;gp|®^ RECREATIONAL • SIT-ON TOP • TOURING & SEA KAYAKS

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to choose a kayak How When choosing your perfect kayak, there are many factors to take into consideration. We recommend talking to your local Perception dealer to help with this decision. Information provided here will help you understand the main differences between kayak categories and steer you in the right direction. PADDLING STYLE Where do you want to kayak and what will you be doing? Perception kayaks fall into 3 categories. Each category has the right combination of size options, outfitting, gear storage and performance features for the intended uses outlined below. Open cockpits provide...

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SPECS: Length: 287 cm / 9’5” Width: 72 cm / 28” Max Capacity: 150 kg / 331 lbs Deck Height: 37 cm / 15” Boat Weight: 18 kg / 40 lbs Cockpit Length: 109 cm / 43” Cockpit Width: 55 cm / 22” A nippy boat, great for short trips and tight situations, that excels in backwaters and smaller rivers where longer craft fear to float. Handling is nimble and the quick turning hull is exceptionally true when required. A secure rear compartment gives stowage space through an Easy Seal hatch. Benefits continue off the water as it’s easy to store away at home, fit on the car or stow in your caravan... It’s sure...

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SCOOTER SERIES Family fun on the water has never looked this good. Paddlers who love the active lifestyle and have their sights set on adventure will love the Scooter sit-on top kayak range. Choose from one of the outfitting options available for the solo Scooter or choose the Scooter Gemini for some tandem fun. Great for the beach... playing in the surf or exploring the next bay. Or head inland for a day out on a lake, canal or even a lazy river! Generally considered the best looking sit-on top range around, the Scooters have cool, stylish lines and come in an array of funky colours. All include...

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TRIUMPH SERIES The Triumph 13 is a breath of fresh air to the sit-on-top world and is the ideal platform to enjoy local waters or explore picturesque coast lines. Packed full of performance, this versatile and stable craft is the multi-tasking ‘pocket knife’ of kayaks. Take to the water for a few hours of fitness; use a camera to capture your stunning surroundings or moments with friends on an adventure; utilise the purpose designed deck mounting points and storage options for a spot of fishing; then use the built in child seat to pass on your passion to the next generation. Evolved from our...

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Introduce children to paddling with the Carolina 12xs, a purpose designed touring kayak for kids. It’s not just a first boat but one that will grow with their adventures. No more bumped elbows on a cockpit that is too deep and wide... no more “wait for me”. The narrow beam, defined keel and sleek bow give true tracking performance for children and lets them set a comfortable pace on river trips, making your days afloat fun for all the family. With simple and tough outfitting youngsters will have years of fun and develop good paddling skills along the way. COLOURS: SPECS: Length: 370 cm / 12’2”...

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EXPRESSION SERIES Scenic lakes and coastal swells can be equally exhilarating... no matter where your aspirations lie, if you want to experience them to the full, the Expression range will take you there. Packed with charisma and boasting exceptional traits for kayaks of their size, they’ll fuel your passion for paddling with fast acceleration and an impressive top speed. Maximum forward efficiency is balanced with responsive control which will inspire you to explore new waters. For anyone seeking a stylish, comfortable boat to take out for an afternoon paddle, the Expression 11 is the ideal...

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ESSENCE SERIES The thrill and experience of sea kayaking isn’t just for experts... however if your expedition requires a map, then you’re going to need the added speed, comfort and storage found in the Essence range. A modern hull design incorporates a strong V-shaped bow and stern with defined chines to provide true directional stability and splendid edge control. Predictable handling, manoeuvrability and impressive forward speed gives paddlers all the performance needed for that great expedition. Good initial and secondary stability will allow you to take your sea touring experiences to new...

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PERCEPTION EUROPE PERCEPTION KAYAKS Bellbrook Business Park East Sussex Find us on Facebook @ Perception Kayaks Europe Paper from responsible sources Specifications and features are subject to change. Colours may vary slightly from those shown. Colour combinations will vary from those shown and are unique for each boat we produce. Variations in colour are not covered by warranty.

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