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Flatwater Kayaking

Kayaking on rivers, lakes, bays and ponds.

Recreational Kayaks & Crossover Kayaks.

The Recreational Kayak is a good kayak for flat water kayaking and beginner kayakers. Recreational kayaks are less than 12 feet long, stable and handles easily. Most have large cockpits for easy entry and exit. There is plenty of room to store gear but you would probably need a dry bag because many do not come with a hatch for dry storage.

Many recreational kayaks come with an accessory option for an extra slip in seat for your child or pet.


Browse Recreational Kayaks at Eastern Mountain Sports:


WILDERNESS SYSTEMS PAMLICO 100 KAYAK

PERCEPTION TRIBE 9.5 KAYAK

PERCEPTION SPORT SOUND 9.5 KAYAK

If you are after control and stability without sacrificing performance then the Pamlico 100 from Wilderness Systems is the boat for you.

A terrific performer in surf, the Tribe 9.5 is also speedy and maneuverable on flat water.

A great little boat for quiet waters, the feature-rich Sound 9.5 is dependably stable.


Browse Crossover Kayaks at Eastern Mountain Sports:


DAGGER AXIS 10.5 KAYAK

LIQUIDLOGIC REMIX XP 10 KAYAK

LIQUIDLOGIC REMIX XP 9 KAYAK

Dagger's versatile Axis 10.5 is ideal for the eclectic paddler who appreciates relaxing day trips on the lake, but might also enjoy the challenge of a running river.

A true "crossover" kayak, the Liquidlogic Remix XP 10 excels in whitewater, yet also speeds across flat calm lakes and slow moving rivers.

A true "crossover" kayak, the Liquidlogic Remix XP 9 excels in whitewater, yet also speeds across flat calm lakes and slow moving rivers.


Browse Recreational Kayaks & Crossover Kayaks from Backcountry.com

Old Town Vapor 10 XT Kayak
Old Town Vapor 10 XT Kayak
Necky Manitou Sport Kayak
Necky Manitou Sport Kayak
Perception Acadia 11.5 Kayaks
Perception Acadia 11.5 Kayaks

Need to get active for a few hours? No worries. Grab your water bottle and your Old Town Vapor 10XT Kayak and head to the lake. The Vapor 10XT gives you the stability you need to have a fun workout without worrying about getting dumped into the lake.

You dig the quiet and serenity that comes with paddling seamlessly through open water. Slip into the Necky Manitou Sport Kayak and glide peacefully toward the horizon.

Perception designed the Acadia Series Kayaks with a wide, stable hull that feels ultra-solid for a paddle across the lake or through the harbor. While the Acadia Kayak is stable, it also tracks well, so you're not stuck feeling like you're steering a barge.


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