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.

The high volume hull swallows up expedition size loads. The 18 is a substantial boat which will comfortably carry substantial people over long distances: 6’ 5” 19 stone paddlers with gear (max 156 Kg). The 17 has a maximum load of 325 lbs (145 Kg) and the 16 has a maximum load of 260 lbs (116 Kg).

14
LOA 14’ (4.3 m)
Beam 21” (0.54 m)
Weight 36 lbs (16.5 Kg)
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16
LOA 15’ 8” (4.77 m)
Beam 23” (0.56 m)
Depth 12” (0.30 m)
Weight 42 lbs (19 kg)
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17
LOA 17’ (5.15 m)
Beam 24” (0.59 m)
Depth 12” (0.30 m)
Weight 44 lbs (20.5 Kg)
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18
LOA 18’ (5.48 m)
Beam 24.5” (0.62 m)
Depth 13” (0.32 m)
Weight 48 lbs (21.7 Kg)

The Chesapeake is also available in a twin seat version and a light touring version when less volume is needed for equipment. See below for more information.

Designed by CLC

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.

The Chesapeake 14 is small but capable. The 14 features excellent tracking, sweet handling, good stability, and easy construction. She is ideal for the smaller adult and children

Length: 14', Beam:21", Weight: 36 lbs, Maximum Load: 175lbs (97kg)

Kit comprises:
* Pre-cut wooden... (more)

Length 15' 8", beam 23", depth 12", weight 42 lbs, max. load 260 lbs (116 Kg)

Kit comprises:
* Pre-cut wooden parts
* Epoxy
* Glass cloth
* Construction manual
* Set of plans
* Seat
* Back band
* Deck rigging
* Footbrace

Length 17', beam 24", depth 12", weight 44lbs, max load 325 lbs (145 Kg)

Kit comprises:
* Pre-cut wooden parts
* Epoxy
* Glass cloth
* Construction manual
* Set of plans
* Seat
* Back band
* Deck rigging
* Footbrace

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Ready built Chesapeake 17

This is the deposit only, the full price is £1,960 The balance is due upon collection.

The boat is fully epoxy coated but unpainted.

The price includes VAT. Most customers collect their boats but we can arrange delivery at an extra cost.

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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
* Seat
* Back band
* Deck rigging
* Footbrace

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.

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15' 6.5", beam 22", 11" depth, weight 40lbs, max. load 220lbs (98 Kg)

Kit comprises:
* Pre-cut wooden parts
* Epoxy
* Glass cloth
* Construction manual
* Set of plans
* Seat
* Back band
* Deck rigging
* Footbrace

length 16' 10.5", beam 23.5", depth 12", weight 45 lbs, Max. load 300 lbs (134 Kg)

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The highly regarded Chesapeake hard chined hull shape is now available in a double and triple kayak. It offers the same efficiency, great handling characteristics and ease of building as the singles. They are very stable, track superbly, resist weathercocking and, thanks to a 20 foot waterline, are... (more)

Kit comprises:
* pre-cut wooden parts
* epoxy
* glass cloth
* construction manual
* set of plans
* seats
* Back bands
* Deck rigging

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

This is only available at this low price for those purchasing a kit and who want to upgrade to this luxury seat. See under 'Accessories' to purchase rather than upgrade.