Optimized for long-distance exploration and multi-day trips.
Chatham 18 ™ Composite
An extremely capable "passage-maker" with good turn of speed, great sea-worthiness and surprising stability for such a slender craft. Though somewhat stiffer tracking and a little less maneuverable than its shorter siblings, the 18 is still very nimble. Comfortable cockpit fit and adjustable outfitting afford a superb interface between paddler and boat.
Awarded "best" gear honors by both National Geographic Adventure and Men's Journal.
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FEATURES
- Necky touring seat with back band
- Bow, day and stern Valley™ hatches with bulkheads
- Adjustable thigh braces
- Reflective deck rigging
- Retractable skeg with Necky Kayak's own kink-free Necky Wire™
| MATERIAL |
Advanced Composite Fiberglass or Carbon |
| LENGTH |
17' 9" / 5.4 m |
| WIDTH |
20" / 50.8 cm |
| FIBERGLASS WEIGHT |
53 lbs / 24 kg |
| CARBON WEIGHT |
48 lbs / 21.7 kg |
| COCKPIT |
31.25" x 16" / 79.4 x 40.6 cm |
| BOW HATCH |
16" x 9" / 40.6 x 22.9 cm |
| DAY HATCH |
7.5" / 19 cm |
| STERN HATCH |
16" x 9" / 40.6 x 22.9 cm |
| SUGGESTED RETAIL |
$2,999 US
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| COLORS |
COLOR CHART
Yellow
Red
Mango
Medium Blue
Carbon
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