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CHESAPEAKE Hard Chined Sea Kayaks - Plans & Kits

Expedition Kayaks which will carry a large load. Train like tracking. Plans or full kits available for all eight models. The Kits contain all the necessary manuals and plans. The kits are supplied from our UK workshop. The Chesapeake 17 is our most popular kayak.

Light Touring versions with a lower volume are available see futher down the page

Click on 'Building', 'Choosing a Kayak' for metric measurements.

Chesapeake Range £620 - £919.00
Chesapeake Range £620

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

 
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 14 - £620.00
Chesapeake 14

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)

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Chesapeake 16 - £721.00
Chesapeake 16

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

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Chesapeake 17 - £727.00
Chesapeake 17

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 Deposit - £560.00
Ready Built Chesapeake 17  Deposit

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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Chesapeake 18 - £739.00
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
* Seat
* Back band
* Deck rigging
* Footbrace

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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.

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Chesapeake 16 Light Touring - £710.00
Chesapeake 16 Light Touring

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

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Chesapeake 17 Light Touring - £722.00

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

Save £110 by collecting from us in the Lake District. Save £65 on kit & £45 on delivery cost. The kit will not be boxed so that it fits more easily in a car. Payment by... (more)

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Chesapeake Double/Triple Plans - £72.00
Chesapeake Double/Triple Plans

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)

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Chesapeake Double Kit - £856.00

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

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Chesapeake Treble Kit - £850.00

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Kayak Seat Up-grade - £18.00
Kayak Seat Up-grade

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.

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