SPORT & Light Touring Kayaks
Also referred to as transitional or day-touring kayaks, light touring kayaks share many features with touring kayaks - storage hatches, rudder or skeg, and deck rigging - however, the overall length of a light-touring kayak is between 14' and 15'...perfect for day touring on large lakes and multi-day trips. Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters stocks light-touring kayaks from Current Designs, Hurricane, Necky Kayaks, Perception, Swift, and Wilderness Systems. If you're looking for a kayak suitable for overnight trips and manageable enough for a short afternoon excursions, stop by and check out our selection of the finest light-touring kayaks available.
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kiwassa 126LT
Our Kiwassa series kayaks were designed to harmonize functionality with performance, and their popularity is a testament to the success of their design. Taking their design features a step further, the Kiwassa 12.6 LT utilizes a high-performance mid-range length while removing the hatches to reduce weight. Remarkably light for a boat its size, the Kiwassa 12.6 LT is a fusion between the comfort of a recreational boat and the performance of a touring kayak. With portaging now an ease, and with enough performance to tackle nearly any waterway, the Kiwassa 12.6 LT will help you cover ground without sacrificing comfort along the way.
Features: Contour Rubber Handles, Stainless Steel Hardware, Stainless Steel Locking Bar, Bow & Stern Foam Pillar, Carbon Seat Base, High Back Adjustable Seat with Lumbar Support, Comfort Side Pads, Adjustable Foot Braces
Length: 12'6"
Maximum Width: 24.5" Waterline Length: 12' Centre Depth: 13.5" Cockpit Size:3 3" x 16" |
STANDARD WEIGHT:
Kevlar Fusion32 lbs Carbon Fusion30 lbs WEIGHT W/ SKEG: Kevlar Fusion34 lbs Carbon Fusion32 lbs |
Optimum Load Range
90 - 220 lbs Industry Capacity 400 lbs |
KIWASSA 126
The Kiwassa 12.6 is a crossover shape between our Recreational kayaks and our Sport Touring kayaks. It has a mid-sized cockpit, generous rocker and smooth chines. The Kiwassa is a kayak that tracks and cruises, yet maneuvers easily when leaned. Ideal for women or smaller framed paddlers, the Kiwassa 12.6 is forgiving by nature, but nimble and spritely when asked to be.
Features: Contour Rubber Handles, Stainless Steel Security Bar, Bow and Stern Bulkheads, Bow and Stern Composite Hatches, High Back Seat with Lumbar Support, Perimeter Deck Lines, Comfort Side Pads, Adjustable Foot Braces
Length: 12'6"
Maximum Width: 24.5" Waterline Length: 12' Centre Depth: 13.5" Cockpit Size: 33" x 16" Bow Hatch: 9.5" x 12.5" Stern Hatch: 13.5" x 12" |
STANDARD WEIGHT:
Kevlar Fusion34 lbs Carbon Fusion32 lbs WEIGHT W/ SKEG: Kevlar Fusion36 lbs Carbon Fusion34 lbs |
Optimum Load Range
90 - 220 lbs Industry Capacity 400 lbs |
KIWASSA 132
Many kayakers prefer shorter boats, but the available options lack the desired performance offered by a longer hull. The Kiwassa 13.2 is the ultimate compromise. Combining the agility of a short playboat with the glide of a sport touring boat, the Kiwassa13.2 is limber and lively like a shorter boat, and smooth and strong like a larger boat.
Features: Contour Rubber Handles, Stainless Steel Security Bar, Bow and Stern Bulkheads, Bow and Stern Composite Hatches, High Back Seat with Lumbar Support, Perimeter Deck Lines, Comfort Side Pads, Adjustable Foot Braces
Length: 13'2"
Maximum Width: 25.5" Waterline Length: 12'8" Centre Depth: 14" Cockpit Size: 33" x 17" Bow Hatch: 9.5" x 12.5" Stern Hatch: 13.5 x 12" |
Standard Weight
Kevlar Fusion36 lbs Carbon Fusion34 lbs Weight w/ Skeg Kevlar Fusion38 lbs Carbon Fusion36 lbs |
Optimum Load Range
160 - 320 lbs Industry Capacity 500 lbs |
SARANAC 14
The Saranac 14 offers a secure non-confining feel in the cockpit and performance that thrills all who paddle it. It’s mid range length and rounded chines make it an excellent vessel for the adventurous day paddler or weekend tripper.
Features: Contour Rubber Handles, Stainless Steel Security Bar, Bow and Stern Bulkheads, Bow and Stern Composite Hatches, High Back Seat with Lumbar Support, Perimeter Deck Lines, Comfort Side Pads, Adjustable Foot Braces
*Also available in low volume model for smaller paddler
*Also available in low volume model for smaller paddler
Length: 14'
Maximum Width: 23.5" Waterline Length: 13'4" Centre Depth: 13" Cockpit Size: 31" x 16.5" Bow Hatch: 11" x 7.5" Stern Hatch: 15.5" x 10" |
Standard Weight
Kevlar Fusion36 lbs Carbon Fusion34 lbs Weight w/ Skeg Kevlar Fusion38 lbs Carbon Fusion36 lbs |
Optimum Load Range
120 - 260 lbs Industry Capacity 450 lbs |
saranac 15
The Saranac 15 design follows the traditions of its predecessors by utilizing the same distinctive style and shape, but offers more space under the deck for larger paddlers and an increased waterline for better glide. It accelerates with ease and maintains speed with minimal effort, making it the easy choice for adventurous paddlers or those who need a little more leg room.
Features: Contour Rubber Handles, Stainless Steel Security Bar, Bow and Stern Bulkheads, Bow and Stern Composite Hatches, High Back Seat with Lumbar Support, Perimeter Deck Lines, Comfort Side Pads, Adjustable Foot Braces
*Also available with large cockpit (LC) for ease of entry and exit
*Also available with large cockpit (LC) for ease of entry and exit
Length:15'
Maximum Width:24" Waterline Length:14'4" Centre Depth:14" Cockpit Size:33" 17.5" Bow Hatch:11.5" x 7.5" Stern Hatch:15.5" x 10" |
Optimum Load Range
170 - 325 lbs Industry Capacity 525 lbs |
Standard Weight
Kevlar Fusion38 lbs Carbon Fusion36 lbs Weight w/ Skeg Kevlar Fusion40 lbs Carbon Fusion38 lbs |
current designs kayaks
Vision 130
Length : 13'6" (33.02 cm)
Form : Swede Width : 24" (60.96 cm) Depth : 12.75" (32.385 cm) Chine : Soft Hull : Shallow "V" Cockpit size: 35.2" x 17.2" |
Dimension Adjustable Seat Back
Optional Current Designs rudder Hull Material: Fiberglass-Polyaramid hybrid |
WHISTLER
Overall Length: 14' 6" (441.96cm)
Width: 24.00" (60.96cm) Depth: 14.75" (37.465cm) |
Cockpit Size:
Length: 37.25" (94.615cm) Width: 16.50" (41.91cm) |
CURRENT DESIGNS - Vision 14
Length: 14'0"
Width: 24" Deck Height: 12" Cockpit: 35.25" x 17.25" Weight: 43 lbs Capacity Range/Max: 350 lbs |
Dimension Adjustable Seat Back
Optional Current Designs rudder Hull Material: Fiberglass-Polyaramid hybrid |
hurricane kayaks
Sojourn 135
WEIGHT: 45 lbs / 20.41 kg
LENGTH: 13’5” / 4.11 m WIDTH: 24.61” / 61 cm COKPIT: 36”x19”/ 91.4cm x 48.3cm CAPACITY: 275 lbs. / 124.7 kg |
Bow & Stern Bulkheads, ABS Plastic
10” Bow & 16” Stern for storage compartment access Bow & Stern Deck Bungeefor dry bag & gear Security Bar AireStream seat and adjustable thigh braces Twist-loc footbrace system |
perception kayaks
Carolina 12
Length:12' / 366 cm
Width:26" / 66 cm Max Capacity:275 lbs. / 125 kg Deck Height:14.5" / 37 cm Weight:49lbs. / 22 kg Cockpit Length:39.5" / 100 cm Cockpit Width:21.5" / 55 cm |
Bow and Stern Deck Rigging
Bow and Stern Bulkheads 10" Dual Density Bow Hatch Oval Dual Density Stern Hatch |
carolina 140
The Perception Carolina series of sit-in touring kayaks are for beginner to intermediate paddlers who value comfort and stability in a boat that can easily explore all day on a wide range of waterways The Perception Carolina 14.0 kayak’s category-leading comfort and versatility makes it the best value in touring kayaks. The incredible stability is perfect for new paddlers, while the experienced will appreciate its speed and agility.
LENGTH: 14'
WIDTH: 24.5" BOAT WEIGHT: 53 LBS. DECK HEIGHT: 14.5" |
COCKPIT LENGTH: 39.5"
COCKPIT WIDTH: 21.5" / 55 CM MAX CAPACITY: 300 LBS. / 136 KG |