{"product_id":"current-designs-squamish-skeg","title":"Current Designs Squamish -skeg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Squamish is a sporty rotomolded touring kayak that answers the call for a mid-sized kayak that excels in touring performance. \u003cbr\u003eMeasuring 15' 8\" long by 23\" wide, the Squamish represents a fresh new approach to this category, incorporating some of the most desirable elements of our North American style Solstice kayaks, and our British kayak design styles, such as Gulfstream and Slipstream. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Quality features include a retractable skeg and tight sealing rubber hatches, all on a soft chined hull built to be playful but track steady.  The Squamish is sure to appeal to the new wave of kayakers looking for a fun, easy to use, performance sea kayak for day paddling and mid-range touring.\u003cbr\u003e                     \u003cem\u003eWhat is SCL poly??  SCL poly stands for \"Super Compounded linear polyethylene\".  This is an elite plastic with longer, more interconnected molecules with more strength, abrasion resistance, stiffness and resistance to UV rays.  We have found this to be the most durable kayak material in our rental fleet from any brand. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis nimble kayak is perfect for day trips and overnight adventures. The Squamish bridges the gap between recreational kayaks and full-sized expedition sea kayaks. It has enough speed for coastal adventures, enough storage capacity for overnights and weekend trips, and loads of stability. Squamish has a retractable skeg system that allows you to tune the performance of the kayak, giving you the option to choose more maneuverability or better tracking depending on conditions. Lightweight and easy to cartop, and the perfect choice for touring paddlers looking to downsize from a big heavy kayak, or upgrade performance from a recreational design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're looking for a mid sized touring style kayak, the Squamish is the model for you. Much more portable and agile than those longer sea kayaks, it has a unique handling and confidence inspiring feel. Like all of our Current Design models, this kayak features the safety of two bulkheads, so now you can get out there and paddle with those longer, heavier sea kayaks with a faster kayak you can lift easily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTry one out to fully appreciate the lighter weight and comfortable fit of this design, with a properly sized keyhole cockpit that allows for secure bracing, along with easy entry and exit, ample foot room and large storage capacity. Our new faceted deck design that makes it easy to reach the water with your paddle. These features coupled with the confidence inspiring 24” beam allow the paddler to experience a true kayak fit and feel while developing a myriad of skills at their own pace. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Squamish \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis constructed with a SCL polyethyle material, which provides an unsurpassed combination of stiffness, toughness and value year after year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCD kayaks are a top choice with folks that \"Try-Before-You Buy\" at our store, our customers tell us they appreciate the comfort, tracking and glide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes the adjustable and super comfortable Revolution Seating system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIncludes the standard CD backrest \u003cem\u003e(we stock the \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDimension Adjustable Backrest as an optional extra.)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIncludes the New Ultra Secure Rubber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Hatches with bulkheads front and rear for safety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSCL Poly hull is Durable, Fast and a very reasonable weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes our new Retractable Skeg System.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: 15' 8\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 23\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth: 12.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pricing\"\u003eHull Weight: 54 lbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pricing\"\u003eMax Load: 250 lbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"\u003eCockpit Size:\u003cbr\u003e Length: 29\"\u003cbr\u003e Width: 16\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"\u003eBow Hatch:\u003cbr\u003e Size: 9.5\" round.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"\u003eStern Hatch:\u003cbr\u003eSize: 16.5\" x 11\" oval\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Current Designs","offers":[{"title":"New model","offer_id":40156340158500,"sku":"","price":1899.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"used model","offer_id":42048840925220,"sku":null,"price":399.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/7747\/0244\/files\/Squamish.jpg?v=1774302112","url":"https:\/\/oakorchardcanoe.com\/products\/current-designs-squamish-skeg","provider":"Oak Orchard Canoe Kayak Experts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}