{"product_id":"necky-chatham-copy","title":"Necky Chatham 17 poly","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria','serif'; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;\"\u003eVisit our store and see why Necky kayaks were a top seller year after year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria','serif'; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNecky kayaks are made from the highest-grade materials available.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver the years this formula has been continuously upgraded to keep up with technology and to ensure the highest quality, durability and value. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther brands may seek lesser grade materials for higher profits and lower cost, but Neckys are built to last!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Necky Difference; it all starts with our high-quality hull materials.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a pioneer in the art of sea kayaks, Necky has vast experience in drawing on the inherent qualities of a responsive design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have worked hard to create shapes specifically designed for both recreational and hard-core use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur sea kayaks are constructed of the highest quality plastic resins, an excellent material for one fundamental reason: performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe materials we use for our kayaks optimizes stiffness, durability and impact resistance while keeping the overall weight of the kayak down while being extremely durable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery Necky kayak is built to perform on the water. Our materials also have UV inhibitors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis addition helps to maintain the life of the kayak despite repeated exposure to the sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNecky kayaks are fast and nimble but also have lots of secondary stability due to their unique flared hull design and dolphin bow.\u003cbr\u003eThis makes for a kayak that is user friendly and forgiving even in choppy waters but also has plenty of performance to get you there with a minimum amount of effort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNecky Chatham 17 (poly)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis seventeen footer features a fine bow entry and a sleek stern to offer exceptional glide and efficiency. Necky's Chatham kayaks feature more pronounced rocker than our other touring designs, resulting in a highly maneuverable craft with tremendous hull speed. Stronger tracking is avialable upon command; by deploying the skeg. Chatham rides comfortably on edge and responds quickly to a deliberate paddle stroke. The adjustable outfitting is relaxed and roomy, offering great comfort while still providing positive fit for agressive edging and rolls. Three VCP hatches (two oval and one round day hatch) are standard on the low profile deck. A retractable skeg operated by our own kink free \"Necky Wire\" completes the package giving the Chatham 17 bomb-proof tracking in even the most severe conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe flowing lines of the Chatham series are inspired by classic Greenland designs. The Chatham is built to minimize windage, have great maneuverability and superb rough water performance. The hull has a very full chine, which provides great stability for a boat of this beam and quick response to edging and lean turns on a dime. 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