The new W Kayak Design

The 2008 models are the second generation of the W Kayak, a boat that has set new standards in canoe and kayak design, and redefined both paddling and kayak fishing in more than one way.

	Redesigned spray deflector: This year's models feature a 4" high spray deflector with a wide, robust cockpit rim. The new, lower design makes entering the cockpit and getting out of it even easier than it was before. It also makes recovering the boat easier. The cockpit opening is 2" longer, which offers more space onboard for another passenger. With the re-designed spray deflector a 200 lb passenger enjoys protection from 13" of freeboard.
F4 Model	New advantages for fishing: The redesigned, lower spray deflector makes it even easier to land the biggest fish inside the cockpit. Once dropped in the bottom of the 6" wide and 18" deep hull even the most combative fish would find it impossible to slip back out.
	Preparation for cockpit cover: The new model features a preparation for a cockpit cover including 10 lashing hooks, 4 tie downs (eyelets) and a bungee cord all around the cockpit. This unique system enables covering the cockpit entirely for travel and camping. It also enables partial covering when paddling and fishing in bad weather or while surf paddling, going in whitewater etc. You can use any waterproof material you like for a cover, even transparent plastic.

The New, Versatile Cockpit Cover System

You can change configurations easily and in very little time: Just insert the cover over the lashing hooks and secure it with the bungee cord.

Basic Configurations:

	I. Full Cover This configuration can serve when the kayak is car topped and you don't want rain to get in, or when you're camping and you want to store gear and food in it.
	II. High Cover This configuration works well when you're paddling in the back part of the cockpit, such as when surf launching.
	III. Half Skirt, or 'Apron' This configuration is practical for paddling or fishing when you're located in the center of the cockpit - in bad weather and/or water conditions. The excess material can be rolled forward or pulled against you for extra protection. In this setting you can hook the bungee on the cockpit sides.

New Positions
The lower and sturdier spray defelector enables two new positions:


Riding-over A relaxed, semi-static position for slow paddling and fishing - for one or two passengers.	Side-saddle A static position that's great for fishing, resting and cooling down.

-Would the boat perform better under wind now that its spray deflector is two inches lower?

Theoretically it should but the W Kayak has never been prone to windage problems to begin with. Therefore, the effect of this change may not even be perceptible to the W paddler who would be able to paddle under wind conditions that force other kayakers to stay at home.

New Positions! -

-What else is new?

This year we're using new, improved carry handles in all our models.
Each handle is attached to the hull tip by 4 rivets.

Please feel free to contact us with any comment or question

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Note:

All outdoor photos and videos on this website feature previous W Kayak models unless stated otherwise.

Wavewalk, January 08'

Green 08 model rigged with deck mount rod holders

New Accessories

New, detachable side floatation modules with integrated bungee cord.
Single pair features in:
ST, TR, F2, F4 and F6 models
Two pairs (total 4 units) feature in:
SRE, F2E and F4E models

Foam Colors: Green, Orange or Blue

The TR, F2E and F4E models are equipped with a bungee cord web on top of the hulls for attaching extra gear.

Anchors for our fishing kayaks:
The F2, F4 and F6 models are equipped with a 1.5 lb folding anchor.
The F2E and F4E models are equipped with a 3.5 lb folding anchor.

All anchors come with a 35' long 1/4" diameter Polypropylene rope.
Rope colors: Yellow or Black.

W 'Canoe'

Those who have tried paddling our W kayaks using canoe paddles have found that it's a great solo canoe and an excellent tandem canoe for lightweight passengers.
It's also perfect for standup canoeing.
Therefore, we are offering The Mohawk Double Blade 2 Pieces paddle with a T-Grip Adapter Set that you can use to turn it into 2 regular canoe paddles.