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At Charles River, every day is demo day! Drop by for free demos of any boat we sell. We will also match any advertised price on boats and paddles.
If you are racing or paddling for fitness, we have kayaks specifically designed for your needs! Whether you are paddling on the ocean or flatwater, Charles River Canoe & Kayak carries kayaks that fit the bill.

Browse our list and come down for a free test-paddle! If you are looking for a boat from these manufacturers which does not appear on this list, we are happy to special-order it. Be sure to check out our great deals on kayak and canoe packages.

Specials deals are in red and also show the list price. $Call means our price is too low to show — call (617) 965-5110! Boats that are new this year are in orange.

Quantities and styles are limited. Prices and boat availability are subject to change without notice — call us to confirm availability if you are looking for a specific boat. All used and rental boat sales are final.

Boats are for sale at our Newton Boathouse, which is open by appointment only until April 1. To schedule an appointment, please call the Weston Ski Track at (781) 891-6575.

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Epic
Legacy K-1 17' L 16" W CP/NX 26/21 lbs. comp. , Nomex
Designed by Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Barton and world-renowned designer Ted Van Dusen, the Legacy is a blazing fast ICF racing kayak. Available layups are Performance (a fiberglass/Kevlar composite) and Ultra Nomex. With understern rudder. Available in four sizes optimized for the indicated weight ranges: M (128 to 167 lbs.), L (147 to 187 lbs.), XL (167 to 208 lbs.), XXL (187 to 229 lbs.).
V10 or V10L 21'4" L 17.1" W FG/CP/NX 38/32/25 lbs. FG , comp. , Nomex
Designed by World Ocean Champion Oscar Chalupsky and Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Barton, the V10 is a super-fast ocean racing boat. Excels in upwind or downwind surfing conditions. High-capacity Venturi drain keeps water out. The fully adjustable footbrace with self adjusting pedals on the V10 will accommodate paddlers from 5'3" to 6'7" in height. Smaller paddlers should try the V10L, which has a lower front deck for decreased windage and a seat position ideal for smaller paddlers. The V10L footbraces will accommodate a paddler from 4'1" to 6'3" in height.
V10 Sport 20' L 19" W FG/CP/CB 39/33/25 lbs. FG , comp. , Nomex
A wider, more stable version of the V10. Accommodates paddlers from 5'0" to 6'7" in height.
V12 21' L 17.1" W FG/CP/NX 32/23 lbs. comp. , Nomex
Designed by World Ocean Champion Oscar Chalupsky and Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Barton, the V12 is the fastest flatwater-to-moderate-seas ski available. High-capacity Venturi drain keeps water out; fully adjustable footbrace with self adjusting pedals.
16X 16' L 22.25" W CP/NX 40/30 lbs. composite , ultra Nomex
The lightest 16' sea kayak available! Epic has brought composite boat weights down to fiberglass prices. The fiberglass/carbon composite version is meant to be loaded and paddled on the ocean. The Nomex version is meant for racing in flatwater and ocean conditions. Both are amazingly fast and quite maneuverable. With new integrated retractable TrackMaster Plus rudder, bow and stern bulkheaded hatches, improved seat design, lots of storage space, and full deck outfitting. A breeze to load on and off your car. For the small-to-medium paddler.
18X or 18X Sport new, w/ rud. 18' L 22" CP 41 lbs. $2995 SPECIAL DEAL $2545
Closeout racing/sea kayaks, fiberglass/carbon composite "Performance" construction. The lightest 18' sea kayak available! The fiberglass/carbon composite construction is meant to be loaded and paddled on the ocean. Amazingly fast and quite maneuverable. With 2008-style integrated TrackMaster rudder, bow and stern bulkheaded hatches, improved seat design, lots of storage space, and full deck outfitting. A breeze to load on and off your car. The "Sport" versions are 3/4" wider for additional stability. For the medium-to-large paddler. 18X Red #18X-7922-M, 18X Sport Yellow #18X-7927-M
18X 2008, w/ rud. 18' L 22" NX 35 lbs. $3995 SPECIAL DEAL $3350
New racing/sea kayak, Ultra Nomex construction, 2008 model. White #4397

Kirton
Mirage K2 used, w/ rud. 21'4" L ? W CKV 35 lbs. $3999 SPECIAL DEAL $2399
Used ICF K2 racing kayak, carbon/Kevlar, in excellent condition. Level 5 stability. Long cockpits aid trimming, cockpits spaced apart for more paddling freedom. Includes understern rudder, front cockpit tillerbar, and neoprene cockpit covers. #2000651-C

KayakPro
Nemo 18' L 21.5" W CKV 35 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $2775
Closeout racing/sea kayak, orange. Designed by Rob Feloy, the Nemo is KayakPro's answer to the Epic 18X. Meets USCA and USACK regulations for races. Low-volume front deck with cutouts to prevent banging your paddle on the deck. With bulkheaded hatches, full deck outrigging, and a gas-pedal-controlled retractable rudder system. Fits a small-to-medium paddler. #4995
Marlin 18' L 21.5" W CKV 35 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $2775
Closeout racing/sea kayak, orange. Designed by Rob Feloy as KayakPro's answer to the Epic 18X, the Marlin is the larger version of the Nemo. Meets USCA and USACK regulations for races. Low-volume front deck with cutouts to prevent banging your paddle on the deck. With bulkheaded hatches, full deck outrigging, and a gas-pedal-controlled retractable rudder system. Fits a medium-to-large paddler. #5554
Vampire 21'1" L 18.75" W CKV 37 lbs. CKV/"Racer"
Jet 17'3" L 20.5" W FG/CKV 26/25 lbs. FG/"Club" , CKV/"Racer"
Burn 17' L 18" W FG/CKV 26/25 lbs. FG/"Club" , CKV/"Racer"
Burn used 17' L 18" W CKV 25 lbs. $3000 SPECIAL DEAL $1499
Used racing kayak, carbon/Kevlar "racer" construction, in excellent condition. Includes both overstern and understern rudders (the understern can be removed easily), and built-in footpump. #11298-C

Think Kayaks
Evo 20'6" L 19" W FG/KV 33/27 lbs. fiberglass , Kevlar
The Evo is perfect for those looking for a surf ski with good stability and speed. More stable than the Epic V10, but faster than the Sport. Very comfortable seat is narrower than the V10 Sport. Footpegs micro-adjust easily for a perfect fit. With understern rudder and leash attachment point.
Legend 21'1" L 17" W FG/KV 33/27 lbs. fiberglass , Kevlar
The Legend is Think's faster surf ski. Unique hard-chine hull design offers significant stability to a hull that's only 17" wide. Very comfortable seat with footpegs that micro-adjust easily for a perfect fit. With understern rudder and leash attachment point.
Uno 21'3" L 16.5" W FG/KV 34/27 lbs. fiberglass , Kevlar
The Uno is Think's fastest surf ski, designed for experienced ski racers. Lightning fast, with good acceleration. Very comfortable seat with footpegs that micro-adjust easily for a perfect fit. With understern rudder and leash attachment point.
Fit 17' L 20" W FG/KV 33/27 lbs. fiberglass , Kevlar
A stable version of an ICF kayak, the Fit is perfect for training or introductory racing. Novel seat design incorporates a normal kayak cockpit rim (so you can use a spray skirt, if desired) with the seat from their Evo surf ski to make re-entries easier and prevent swamping. With understern rudder; set up for easy overstern rudder installation.
Fit used, w/rudders 17' L 20" W FG 33 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $1799
Used ICF racing kayak, fiberglass "performance" construction, in excellent condition. Includes both overstern and understern rudders (the understern can be removed easily). #2000480-C



Materials Used in Kayak Construction
CB = Carbon; CL = "Carbonlite" Thermoformed Plastic; CKV = Carbon/Kevlar Composite; CP = Composite (mixture of Fiberglass, Kevlar, and/or Carbon); DUR = "Duralite" Polyethylene; FG = Fiberglass; HTP = Polyethylene: High Performance Thermoplast; KV = Kevlar; NX = Nomex Composite; PL = Rotomolded Polyethylene; SNR = Synthetic and Natural Rubber; SPVC = Woven Synthetic Fabric Coated with PVC; TRL = "Trylon" Thermoformed Plastic; TCS = "Thermoformed Composite System" Plastic; THPL = Thermoformed ABS Plastic

To learn more about these materials, visit our How to Choose a Kayak Guide.



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