Perception Carolina 14

Long Touring Kayak For Lakes And Rivers

The Perception Carolina 14 is an efficient and stable touring kayak which is perfect for those looking to paddle longer distances on lakes, calm rivers and broads as well as adventuring out into calm coastal bays and creeks. Sharp entry and exit lines let the Carolina hold a straight line well and the hulls slight rocker lets you paddle into some slight chop and manoeuvre with ease.

Getting comfortable in the Carolina 14 is incredibly easy, this is thanks to the large open cockpit and superbly comfortable, ventilated ZONE DLX seating system, a large padded backrest with height and angle adjustment provides great back support and a front seat leg lifter supports underneath the thighs and helps pull the paddlers legs up and into the comfortable padded thigh braces. Adjustable pedal footrests give you somewhere to put your legs and increases boat to paddler connectivity.

Cargo carrying in the Carolina 14 is incredibly simple, this makes the Carolina ideal for overnight and multi day trips. Large storage areas front and rear are accessed via deck cockpit hatches ad are bulkheaded to keep any water which enters the cockpit away from belongings stored inside. Any larger or bulkier items can be attached under the front or rear deck bungees as well as deck lines which are ideal for additional storage accessories such as deck bags. 

Should you wish to paddle the Carolina 14 into choppier conditions an optional rudder system can be fitted to keep you paddling in the right direction.

If you are looking for a comfortable and spacious long touring kayak to cover the miles on lakes, rivers and broads the Perception Carolina 14 should be a serious consideration. If you are looking for a more compact touring kayak for inland waterways take a look at the smaller Perception Carolina 12.