Flatwater Kayaks
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Recreational Kayaks :: Entry Level Kayaks and Fishing Kayaks : Single Kayaks / Double Kayaks

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If you’re not into the sea or whitewater but prefer the safety and tranquillity of flat water then we have a range of flatwater kayaks to choose from, including entry level kayaks, fitness training kayaks, general purpose kayaks and fishing kayaks.

Yes, there is a lot to choose from, however every kayak we stock has a specific purpose, that's why we recommend that you pop in to our kayak store where one of our experienced staff can help you find the perfect kayak for you, or alternatively try our How to choose your Kayak Guide.

The kayaks are listed below according to boat length.

Riot - Quest 9.5 Recreational Kayak

NEW The Quest 9.5 is stable and boasts the unique Riot double-arch hull, resulting in excellent tracking and good hull-shape retention.

The Quest 9.5 is short resulting in its good maneuverability and ease of handling both in and out of the water. Being a premium small kayak the Quest 9.5 is not short of features, with a high gloss finish, padded adjustable seating and sealed rear compartment. Combine this with its unbelievably good pricing and we have a winner!

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Riot Kayaks
Material Polyethylene
Length 2.9 m
Width 71 cm
Weight 17 kg
Kayak Ranking
Stability Good
Tracking Excellent
Speed & Efficiency Good
Manoeuvrability Excellent
Ability to handle Chop Good
Weight Factor Good

Robson - Balboa Recreational Kayak

The Balboa is perhaps the most stable recreational kayak on the water. It's extra width and well shaped bow provide a stable yet efficient kayak capable of handling choppy conditions.

The Balboa is the premium in it's class (+-3m recreational polyethylene kayaks) and boasts typical German quality including deluxe padded and adjustable seat and backrest and optional storage compartment with bulkhead for dry storage (pictured).

For a recreational kayak the Balboa has unusually advanced features both in terms of comfort and pefrormance. The sharp, flared bow allows for a dry ride even in choppy conditions, while the pronounced keel front and back allow for excellent tracking. The extra spacious cockpit area allows for freedom of movement, even for the larger paddler. Ideal for the keen fisherman.

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Robson Kayaks
Material Polyethylene
Length 2.9 m
Width 76 cm
Weight 20 kg
Kayak Ranking
Stability Excellent
Tracking Excellent
Speed & Efficiency Good
Manoeuvrability Good
Ability to handle Chop Excellent
Weight Factor Good

Hurricane - Santee 100 Lightweight Recreational Kayak

The Santee 100 Light is a lightweight thermoformed kayak offering surperb tracking for a small recreational kayak.

Using the latest manufacturing technology Hurricane kayaks are in a class of their own and clearly a cut above the rest.

The immaculate exterior and padded adjustable seat are standard features of the Hurricane range.

Just as tough but lighter than Polyethylene and cheaper and tougher than Fibreglass, Kevlar or Carbon this is a must for the recreational paddler looking for the best in a small recreational kayak.

Also available with hatches and front and rear bulkhead (pictured) for plenty of storage and additional buoyancy (extra costs apply for bulkhead version).

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Hurricane Kayaks
Material Thermoformed Trylon Plastic
Length 3 m
Width 76 cm
Weight 13 kg
Kayak Ranking
Stability Excellent
Tracking Excellent
Speed & Efficiency Good
Manoeuvrability Excellent
Ability to handle Chop Good
Weight Factor Excellent

Riot - Quest 10 Recreational Kayak

NEW The Quest 10 is big brother to the Riot Quest 9.5 and brags the same Riot double-arch hull for fantastic tracking, comfortable adjustable padded seat , sealed rear storage, shiny finish and unbelievably good pricing.

Being slightly larger than the Quest 9.5 it is not uncommon for husband and wife teams to go with the Quest 9.5 for her and the Quest 10 for him.

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Riot Kayaks
Material Polyethylene
Length 3 m
Width 71 cm
Weight 18 kg
Kayak Ranking
Stability Good
Tracking Excellent
Speed & Efficiency Good
Manoeuvrability Good
Ability to handle Chop Good
Weight Factor Good

Dagger - Drifter Kayak

The Dagger Drifter is a basic recreational kayak offering good stability and a lot of fun.

Also available in a heavier version but we do not stock the heavier model.

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Dagger Drifter
Material Polyethylene
Length 3 m
Width 82 cm
Weight 17kg
Usage Recreational Flat water
Kayak Ranking
Stability Good
Tracking Fair
Speed & Efficiency Fair
Manoeuvrability Good
Ability to handle Chop Fair
Weight Factor Good

Robson - Waikiki Recreational Kayak

The Waikiki is the big brother of the very popular Balboa. It's well shaped bow provides an efficient kayak capable of handling choppy conditions.

Like the Balboa the Waikiki is the premium in it's class (+-3.3m recreational polyethylene kayaks) and also boasts typical German quality including deluxe padded and adjustable seat, padded thigh braces and optional storage compartment with bulkhead for dry storage.

The Waikiki also comes with drop-down skeg giving you the best of both wolds: superb manoeuvrability when retracted and excellent tracking and improved handling in choppy conditions when extended. The easy to use drop down skeg means you don't need to fight the kayak to keep it going in a straight line.

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Robson Kayaks
Material Polyethylene
Length 3.25 m
Width 72 cm
Weight 19 kg
Kayak Ranking
Stability Excellent
Tracking Excellent (skeg extended)
Speed & Efficiency Good
Manoeuvrability Excellent (skeg retracted)
Ability to handle Chop Good
Weight Factor Good

Old Town - Loon Kayak

The Old Town Loon 111 is designed to fill the need for a small kayak that will paddle easily and still have some carrying capacity. With its oversized cockpit there is plenty of room for gear access, a small child, or even a tail wagging paddling partner. The deep keel allows for solid stability and good tracking. The 111 is ideal for exploring the shores of lakes and ponds as well as casual river paddling.

Constructed with 3 layer Polyethylene the kayak is durable and rigid. Additional features include solid, high backrest, paddle clips (to secure your paddle while you take a break from paddling) and a rubber reinforced stern keel allowing you to drag it over rocks.

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Old Town Loon
Material 3 layer Polylink3™
Length 3.4 m
Width 71 cm
Weight 21 kg
Kayak Ranking
Stability Good
Tracking Excellent
Speed & Efficiency Good
Manoeuvrability Fair
Ability to handle Chop Good
Weight Factor Fair

Hurricane - Santee 116 Recreational Kayak

The Santee 116 is a lightweight thermoformed kayak offering surperb tracking for a medium recreational kayak.

Slightly leaner and longer and therefore faster than the Santee 100 the Santee 116 also offers front and rear bulkheads providing plenty of storage and additional buoyancy. The immaculate exterior and padded adjustable seat are standard features of the Hurricane range.

Just as tough but lighter than Polyethylene and cheaper and tougher than Fibreglass, Kevlar or Carbon this is a must for the recreational paddler looking for the best in a small recreational kayak.

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Hurricane Kayaks
Material Thermoformed Trylon Plastic
Length 3.5 m
Width 71 cm
Weight 16 kg
Kayak Ranking
Stability Excellent
Tracking Excellent
Speed & Efficiency Good
Manoeuvrability Good
Ability to handle Chop Good
Weight Factor Excellent

Hurricane - Santee 116 Sport Recreational Kayak

The Santee 116 Sport offers all the great benefits of the Santee 116 but with a larger cockpit.

This design is ideal for kayakers wanting to use the extra cockpit space for carrying some extra gear (like fishing gear) or even a dog or small child.

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Hurricane Kayaks
Material Thermoformed Trylon Plastic
Length 3.5 m
Width 71 cm
Weight 15 kg
Kayak Ranking
Stability Excellent
Tracking Excellent
Speed & Efficiency Good
Manoeuvrability Good
Ability to handle Chop Good
Weight Factor Excellent

Point 65'N - Nemo Small Touring Kayak

NEW The Nemo is designed for stability and comfort and is aimed at entry level paddlers looking for an affordable kayak that is easy to handle on and off the water. It is small and light enough for easy carrying and loading so you can take it with you wherever you go.

With hard deck lines and similar bow and hull-shape to the larger Picnic the Nemo performs like a small sea kayak.
The Nemo comes with rear hatch and bulkhead plus thigh braces and is available with or without a rudder. The ruddered version being our smallest ruddered kayak.

Because the Nemo is a small Touring Kayak it has also been in cluded under Recreational Kayaks.

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Point 65'N Kayaks
Material Polyethylene
Length 3.5 m
Width 63 cm
Weight 21 kg
Kayak Ranking
Stability Good
Tracking Excellent
Speed & Efficiency Good
Manoeuvrability Good
Ability to handle Chop Good
Weight Factor Good

Double Recreational Kayaks

Dagger - Drifter II Kayak

This is the tandem version of the popular Dagger Drifter kayak. The Drifter II has a wide cockpit, good stability and sliding seats allow you to adjust the trim for solo or double use.

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Dagger Drifter II
Material Polyethylene
Length 3.98 m
Width 77 cm
Depth 30 cm
Weight 32 kg
Usage Recreational flat water
Kayak Ranking
Stability Good
Tracking Good
Speed & Efficiency Good
Manoeuvrability Good
Ability to handle Chop Fair
Weight Factor Fair

Hurricane - Santee 140 Tandem Kayak

The Santee 140 T is a lightweight thermoformed double recreational kayak offering surperb tracking, rear bulkhead with dry storage and additional buoyancy.

Using the latest manufacturing technology Hurricane kayaks are in a class of their own and clearly a cut above the rest.

The immaculate exterior and padded adjustable seats are standard features of the Hurricane range.

Just as tough but lighter than Polyethylene and cheaper and tougher than Fibreglass, Kevlar or Carbon this is the lightest plastic tandem kayak available in Australia.

Many people are looking for a lightweight tandem but are weary of fibreglass because of its fragility. The Santee Tandem addresses this need for lightweight and durability.

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Hurricane Kayaks
Material Thermoformed Trylon Plastic
Length 4.3 metres
Width 79 cm
Weight 23 kg
Kayak Ranking
Stability Excellent
Tracking Excellent
Speed & Efficiency Good
Manoeuvrability Good
Ability to handle Chop Good
Weight Factor Excellent

D.A.G. Freeland Double Family Kayak

The D.A.G. Freeland is a great double family kayak which includes an adjustable third seat to take a child or small adult. The Freeland offers exceptional stability but also has the length to get good efficiency and a nice cruising speed. It boasts high back supports and dry storage on the rear.

Because of it's wide usage as a family kayak the D.A.G. Freeland has also been included under Touring Kayaks.

The Freeland comes with or without a rudder.
It is most definitely the best priced open-cockpit touring double available in Australia today.

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DAG Freeland
Length 4.6 m
Width 78cm
Weight 37kg
Kayak Ranking
Stability Excellent
Tracking Good
Speed & Efficiency Good
Manoeuvrability Good
Ability to handle Chop Excellent
Weight Factor Fair

Flatwater Kayak Sales

So for flatwater kayaks; if you’re looking for an entry level kayak, general purpose kayak or fishing kayak then pop over to our shop where we hold a range of in–store flatwater kayaks to choose from.

Please contact us for flatwater kayak sales prices and information.

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