Why We Like The Castine 140 Kayak + Rudder
A day touring calm waters is comfy and relaxing in the Castine 140. This kayak comes complete with a rudder to fight against weathercocking, so we can focus our energy on gaining distance, while the adjustable seat, thigh straps, and foot braces set us up for optimal paddling efficiency.
Details
- Sit-in kayak for comfort and performance on your next day tour
- Bow and stern bulkheads with quick-seal hatches for dry storage
- Full-length rope and bungee system for rigging gear
- Slide-away hatch with integrated cradle secures your keys and phone
- Low-profile backrest with lumbar support for comfort without bulk
- Quick-drying seat padding provides breathable cush from bum to thigh
- Front and back handles for easy transporting from lot to launch
- Item #JOPF11E
- Hull Material
- single layer polyethylene
- Width
- 24.75in
- Length
- 14ft
- Deck Height
- 15in
- Maximum Load
- 375lb
- Cockpit Dimensions
- 38 x 20in
- Hatch Cover
- quick seal, CrossLock
- Rudder
- included
- Skeg
- none
- Claimed Weight
- 59lb
- Activity
- touring
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4 based on 1 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMarch 31, 2024
Possibly best touring kayak for river tripping.
The only reason I didn't give it five stars is it's heavy, but all plastic kayaks this size are heavy. There were three reasons I chose this kayak over other plastic kayaks. I plan on using it for river trips. I thought it was a good size for that. It's a little wider than other kayaks this length. It has a bigger cockpit than similar kayaks, It doesn't have a hard chine, which I felt would make it more predictable. As it turns out, it actually has a fair amount or rocker, which makes it even better for rivers. I'd almost call this a crossover kayak.
Originally reviewed on Johnson Outdoors
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