10 Best Touring Kayak of December 2025

• Mid-sized paddlers will relish the performance of this award-winning kayak
• Winner of sea kayaker magazine Reader's choice Award For "best day and weekend touring kayak"
• Named "best beginners kayak: sea" - outside online (6/02)
• Boat length: 17'
• Boat weight: 57 lbs.
• Sport type: Boating

Wilderness Systems

• Designed to cover longer distances; Ideal for multi-day trips
• Suitable for mid-to-large sized paddlers
• Features the most comfortable kayak seat out there to keep you on the water longer
• Boat length: 16' 6"
• Boat weight: 66 lbs.

Wilderness Systems

• Lightweight and easy to carry with Front and Rear T-Handles for Easy Transport this Sit-In kayak has a maximum capacity of 275 lb. / 125 KG
• Includes a Storage hatch with bungee cord and a Storage Platform with a Mesh Deck Cover to store all your gear for your trip on the water
• The Shallow V Chine hull Design provides good stability and maneuverability while providing very good performance
• Includes a Cockpit Table with bottle holder, Molded Footrests for Comfort and Secure Foot Bracing and a drain plug preventing water infiltration
• The ERGOFORM Seating System includes a padded seat cushion and an adjustable padded backrest cushion providing better support
• Sport type: Outdoor Lifestyle

Pelican

• A touring kayak that has performance and stability for all skill levels
• Exceptionally fast, yet stable in all conditions
• Features the most comfortable kayak seat out there to keep you on the water longer
• Easily adjustable Slidelock XL foot rests accommodate paddlers of different sizes; adjustable padded thigh braces add comfort and allow for a good connection with the kayak
• Two mesh gear pockets on deck keep your important smaller items secure and within easy reach
• Two storage hatches and bulkheads: large oval hatch in rear and smaller round hatch in the bow; sealed bulkheads in bow and stern provides water-resistant storage in hatches and more buoyancy for added safety
• Under deck water bottle holder keeps your water bottle close and out of the way
• Boat Length: 14'
• Boat Weight: 53 lbs.
• Maximum Capacity: 325 lbs

Wilderness Systems

• Signature performance Designed For paddlers with a smaller frame in mind
• This touring kayak features a lower deck, Narrow beam, and slightly shorter length
• Phase 3 Air Pro sit-on-top-seat
• Boat length: 16' 6"
• Boat weight: 55 lbs.

Wilderness Systems

• 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.

Necky

• A touring kayak that has performance and stability for all skill levels
• Exceptionally fast, yet stable in all conditions
• Features the most comfortable kayak seat out there to keep you on the water longer
• Easily adjustable Keepers XL foot rests accommodate paddlers of different sizes; adjustable padded thigh braces add comfort and allow for a good connection with the kayak
• Two mesh gear pockets on deck keep your important smaller items secure and within easy reach
• Under deck water bottle holder keeps your water bottle close and out of the way
• Boat Length: 14'
• Boat Weight: 56 lbs
• Maximum Capacity: 325 lbs
• Sport type: Kayaking
• Two storage hatches and bulkheads: large oval hatch in rear and smaller round hatch in the bow; sealed bulkheads in bow and stern provides water-resistant storage in hatches and more buoyancy for added safety

Wilderness Systems

• Nimble, durable kayak is made of durable welded material with eye catching graphics for added safety on the lake or slow moving river
• Cockpit is designed for comfort and maximized space, and inflatable I beam floors add stability
• Cargo net to store extra gear, and grab line on both ends of kayak; inflatable seat with backrest
• Comes with 84 inch aluminum oar, repair patch and Hi output manual hand pump; Rugged vinyl construction
• Measures 30 by 15 by 108 inches (W x H x D), with 27.2 pound weight and 220 pound maximum capacity

Intex

• Comfortable for Anyone: Kayak Includes an Adjustable Inflatable Seat With Backrest; Cockpit Designed for Comfort and Space
• Dimensions: Inflated Size 10 Feet 3 X 3 Feet X 1 Feet 8 Inch; Maximum Weight Capacity: 400 Pounds
• Directional Stability: Removable SKEG for Directional Stability
• Increased Visibility: In Case of Emergency, Bright Yellow Color Helps Visibility
• Made for Smaller Bodies of Water: Explorer k2 is Made for Smaller Bodies of Water Including Lakes and Mild Rivers

Intex

• Bow and stern bungee deck rigging
• Bow and stern hatches
• Zone knee and thigh pad
• Keepers foot brace system
• Zone DLX seating system

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