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CHESAPEAKE 18

The Chesapeake Kayaks are expedition touring boats that excel in rough water and steep seas. With their high volume bows they cruise over big waves. Their radically cambered foredecks shed water quickly and provide plenty of foot room on those 35 mile days. The stern design assures train-like tracking and minimal weathercocking, even in fierce crosswinds. The hard-chine hull is strongly influenced by West Greenland designs. It is easy to lean and turn, handles following seas with ease, and surfs beautifully. The long waterline and moderate rocker assure plenty of speed. The hull is shrouded in cloth set in epoxy for abrasion resistance. This coating is transparent and will allow the owner to leave the wood grain showing for a beautiful finish which is virtually maintenance free.

CHESAPEAKE 18

LOA 18 ' (5.48)

Beam 24.5” (0.62 m)

Weight 48 lbs (21.7 Kg)

Cockpit size 31” x 17” (780 x 430 mm)

Height at knee 13” (330 mm)

Recommended Paddler weight 210-270 lb (95-122 Kg)

Maximum Payload 350 lb (159 Kg)

Maximum Shoe size 13 (50)

Chesapeake 18 foot kayak - £785.00
Chesapeake 18 foot kayak

A big but fast and capable load carrier.


There are very few "big and tall" sea kayaks designed specifically for folks who need leg room and capacity but don't want to compromise on performance. The Chesapeake 18 has filled that niche for over 10 years now and offers all of the speed, tracking, and comfort that distinguish the entire Chesapeake line

 
Chesapeake 18 - £785.00
Chesapeake 18

18', beam 24.5", 13" depth, weight 48lbs, max. load 350lbs (156 Kg)

Kit comprises:
* Pre-cut wooden parts
* Epoxy
* Glass cloth
* Construction manual
* Set of plans
* Luxury tractor seat with hip braces
* Back band
* Deck rigging
* Footbrace

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Kayak Seat Up-grade - £29.56
Kayak Seat Up-grade

Fabric covered moulded foam 'tractor seat'with integral hip brace for a kayak.

THIS IS NO-LONGER AN UP-GRADE BUT IS INCLUDED IN THE STANDARD KIT.

Non kit purchasers should see under 'Accessories' to purchase this luxury seat.

 
Chesapeake Plans And Manual - £55.00
Chesapeake Plans And Manual

The plans and manual contain sufficient information to build the boat from scratch, that is, without purchasing a kit.

(These plans and manual are included in the full kit)

For more details on the plans and manuals click on 'pre-build study' below.


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Chesapeake Light Touring Plans And Manual - £55.00
Chesapeake Light Touring Plans And Manual

The Light Touring kayak is designed for day paddling and occasional weekend trips. It has the same proven hard chine hull design as the Chesapeake but is lower and has flatter aft decks. This reduces volume and windage and makes them a little lighter.

Shorter paddlers and Inuit-style paddlers... (more)

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Wooden Kayak Paddles £57 - £157.00
Wooden Kayak Paddles £57

Click on the Accessories button to the left above for details.

 
KAYAK COCKPIT COVER - £36.80

Blue neoprene coated nylon Cockpit Cover to fit most of our kayaks 8 ounce (4 nylon and 4 neoprene).


(Delivery to England & Wales approximately £3.50)

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Fyne Boat Kits
Unit 5, Station Yard, Burneside, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 6QZ
Tel: 01539 721 770  
E-mail: info@fyneboatkits.com

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