LENGTH 18' (548cm)
WIDTH 21" (53cm)
DEPTH 14" (36cm)
WEIGHT* 50lbs (23kg)
*Weight as for standard Diolen construction, weighed without hatches.

Designed in 1975 and used for the first kayak-rounding of Cape Horn, the Nordkapp has been used on many of the worlds toughest expeditions. This latest version features improved cockpit ergonomics and secondary stability. Perfect for the paddler seeking a fast, expedition-capable sea kayak.

Features:

Retractable Skeg
A slider fitted near the cockpit, operates a retractable skeg to ensure the kayak can be easily trimmed to suit all conditions.

Glass Reinforced Seam
Outside seams have a hardwearing Diolen tape application.

Contoured Bulkhead
Our contoured bulkhead somes as a standard feature. The curved form allows for flexion of the hull, particularly when stress is concentrated on a spot when running aground.

Ergonomic Seat System
Our seat system includes an ergonomically contoured seat pan, three dimesional adjustable backband and padded customisable hip shims.

Keyhole Cockpit & Thighbraces
The modern standard for cockpit size, allowing easy escape or lifting of the knees whilst incorporating well placed thigh grips for great contact with the boat.

Options:

Colour Gelcoat Options
Available for decks, hulls & outside seams.

Also see our custom color chart of available colors. (Add $125 per custom color.)

Compac 50 Pump
The Whale Compac 50 is a low profile underdeck bilge pump with a completely enclosed protected diaphragm. It's capable of pumping 49 litres per minute and has an easily removable clamp ring for quick maintenance.

Silva 70P Compass
The Silva 70P Compas is a compact watertight unit which can be fitted vertically or at a sloping angle. It allows transverse tilting up to 30, with unlimited tilting fore and aft. Double scale, with top and edge readings.

Reinforced Keel Strip
Reduce wear and tear on your hull, with an additional diolen rubbing strip bonded to the keel line.

Take-apart Construction
For those with special transportation requirements we can offer a sectional construction, for a bolt-together kayak.

Carbon-Kevlar Construction
Top fight construction with vacuum infusion Kevlar/carbon

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