Why Choose a Seaward Kayak?

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“clean workmanship and Why Choose a Seaward Kayak?
a solid feel...good quality
gel-coat and a well-done layup” The team at Seaward welcomes your interest in the exceptional line of Seaward touring kayaks.

Sea Kayaker Magazine Over the last fifteen years, the Seaward name has become synonymous with innovation, quality
and technical perfection. Drawing from over 50 years of combined experience in kayak design
and manufacture, the Seaward team fabricates each kayak to be the state of the art in safety,
performance and comfort.

Seaward Kayaks is located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, in the heart of a paddler’s paradise at
the northern end of the renowned Gulf Islands. Seaward’s location in an archipelago of more than fifty
islands is ideally situated to develop, test and paddle our latest designs.

Seaward Kayaks is an established manufacturer of handcrafted kayaks and kayak equipment. The Seaward Team
has a ‘no compromise’ approach to quality and to customer service. We urge our clients to use the value per
dollar comparison guide on Page 10 -11 to discover the value in each Seaward kayak. Every handcrafted kayak is
a testament to design, innovation and superior craftsmanship. Each kayak becomes an owner’s personal statement.

Whether you’re looking for an afternoon escape, a weekend retreat or extended expedition, Seaward has a kayak
to suit your needs.

Thank you for choosing Seaward Kayaks to fulfill your quest for paddling adventure.

Check out the full range of hand-crafted kayaks made by Seaward at www.SeawardKayaks.com,
www.FosterKayaks.com and www.DiscoverKayaks.com.

Team Seaward’s Goal:

Working together to provide our customers with the highest quality, most innovative
kayaks and accessories, along with the most responsive customer service. No Compromises.

Table of contents: Single Kayaks over 17’: 1
Endeavour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 24
Kayak Selection & Seaward Design . . . . . . . . Page 2 - 3 Pinnacle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 25
Craftsmanship & Seaward Warranty . . . . . . . . Page 4 - 5 Ascente . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 26 - 27
Safety Features that set Higher Standards Chilco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 28 - 29
Quest x3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 30 - 31
safeHATCH, SRS, Comfort Cockpit . . . . . . . Page 6 - 7
SmartRUDDER & paddlersideRDS . . . . . . . Page 8 - 9 Tandem Kayaks:
Value Per Dollar Comparison Chart . . . . . . . Page 10 - 11 Passat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 34 - 35
Passat G3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 36 - 37
Single Kayaks 17’ and under: Southwind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 38 - 39
Luna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12 - 13 Kayak Specs Comparison Chart . . . . . . Page 40 - 41
Cosma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14 - 15 Colors & Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 42 - 43
Tyee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 16 - 17 Accessories: Parts and Paddles . . . . . . . Page 44 - 45
Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 18 - 19
Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 20 - 21

Kayak Selection

Your enjoyment, comfort and safety greatly depend on selecting the right kayak for
your personal skill level and style of paddling. It is therefore important that you consider
which of the many kayak sizes, designs and features will best suit your needs.

One of the keys to buying the right boat is to study and paddle as many different kayaks as possible.
Often, people will purchase a kayak based on stability, looks and price. Although these features
are important, there are many other factors to consider.

Ask yourself the following questions to narrow down your selection:
Q: What kind of paddling will you be doing? Will you mostly kayak close to home for day-trips, venture farther
on weekend camping trips or embark on long-distance expeditions? Will you use your kayak for fishing or photography?

Q: What level of kayaker are you? Are you planning to take lessons to improve your skills and confidence?
A wide, flat bottomed kayak will not always perform or edge as well as a narrower, more performance oriented kayak.
Don’t underestimate your skills or how quickly you will progress.

Q: Have you considered a tandem kayak?
If you are likely to be paddling with someone most of the time, you may want to consider a double kayak.

Doubles are especially good when pairing paddlers of different strengths. They are faster, more stable and cost less than
two single kayaks. However, a double doesn’t have as much storage per person and may not be easily paddled or handled by one person.

Tandems may also accommodate a third paddler or a large pet in a centre hatch. The Passat G3 is an excellent means
to get a family of three on the water.

When you finally narrow your decision to one or two models, it’s time to find out if you’re getting the best

value for your kayak dollar. Utilize the value per dollar comparison guide on Page 10-11 to discover the value

in each Seaward kayak. Once you determine your basic needs, it’s simpler to select the design and features

which complement your paddling style.

Seaward Design 3
Seaward designs are fish form with shallow “V”, semi “V” or multi-chine hulls. Fish form kayaks are slightly
wider forward of the cockpit for an efficient flow through the water that increases hull speed & tracking.
A shallow “V” hull provides high initial stability and is excellent for nature watching and photography.

A semi “V” gives excellent tracking, dynamic control and a higher level of seaworthiness in adverse conditions.
A multi-chined hull has well defined edges where the hull surfaces meet. Chines provide a unique feel with
a solid stability for edging turns.

Seaward Kayaks stay on course in challenging conditions. The hull design and low windage each
contribute to this. Excellent tracking is not at the expense of maneuverability, as with “stiff ”

tracking kayaks. Seaward designs turn easily empty or fully loaded, especially when leaned.
This combination of dependable tracking and effortless turning makes a Seaward kayak
equally adept at travelling great distances as well as maneuvering in rock gardens

and shallow coves.

Craftsmanship

Composite kayaks are lightweight and beautifully detailed, crafted from fibreglass
or Kevlar fabric. Fibreglass is light and Kevlar is lighter.

Seaward’s experienced technicians use the highest quality materials to craft their kayaks.
Hand laminating the composite fabric and precisely saturating each layer with the correct amount
of resin ensures a perfect bond between layers. This process is labour intensive but the Seaward
technicians produce the strongest and most durable kayaks on the market today. The hull and deck
are joined with fibreglass seams on the inside and the outside. The outside seam receives cloth and
two layers of gel coat in any Seaward color. Again, this is a more labour intensive and more difficult process,
but it is structurally stronger than other manufacturing procedures. Additionally, every kayak is weighed three
times during fabrication and assembly to ensure that quality control benchmarks are met at every stage.
All the bulkheads on Seaward built kayaks are made of composite materials and glassed in place. They are 100% air
and watertight. Many of Seaward’s kayaks are available in High Volume versions. This does not alter the shape
or performance of the hull but raises the deck by 3⁄4” which creates additional depth in the cockpit and creates more
cargo space. This extra height also allows larger paddlers easier entry and exit from the cockpit.

Seaward’s ruddered kayak models feature a 12” Ultra-high Molecular Weight (UHMW) keel guard on the stern
of the hull. This durable and replaceable strip protects the kayak’s stern from the ravages of landing on stoney and
barnacle covered beaches. These models also feature a rubber based, Wichard™ stainless steel U-bolt (mounted

toward the kayak’s stern) for security locking and to prevent the carry handle from scuffing the gel coat.

Seaward Warranty

The Seaward Warranty is unsurpassed in the kayaking industry. Since October 1st, 2001, Seaward offers
a Lifetime Limited Transferable Warranty on all new Seaward kayaks. You can be confident that your Seaward
kayak has been precisely engineered and handcrafted to a very high standard. It is safe, strong, seaworthy

and comfortable.

Seaward’s commitment to quality extends to custormer service. Our staff maintains the highest

standards of customer service whether by personalized telephone attention, online warranty

registration, or prompt email responses. 

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Seaward’s ‘No Compromise’ 7
commitment to paddler safety
is demonstrated by these
innovative features

Seaward’s exclusive safeHATCH™ system provides three levels of security, offering
greater peace of mind while paddling in challenging conditions.

The safeHATCH™ system starts with a tethered hard fibreglass hatch cover providing
protection from heavy splashing and impact. Under this is the tethered neoprene cover which
seals out water and keeps your gear safe and dry. These are both held to the deck by two
separate shock cords with easy release tabs. In the unlikely event of loss or damage to either
or both of these hatch covers, the shock cord system used to hold down the hatches can
be re-routed around the fibreglass coaming to securely hold down any waterproof material such as
a cockpit cover, plastic bag or tarp. The result is a safe return home without the need for tools or tape.

Gear can be easily loaded into large hatch openings. Every Seaward bow hatch opening is 13 ” long
by 8 3⁄4” wide and each stern hatch opening is 16” by 10 1⁄4” wide.

Three Seaward Models are available with the convenient 7 3⁄4” round day hatch just behind the paddler

to easily retrieve gear.

Seaward’s exclusive Self Rescue System (SRS)™ provides two additional levels of recovery in addition
to your paddle float.

• Seaward provides nylon rescue straps mounted on the deck directly behind the cockpit. The paddle slides
under these straps at right angles to the kayak and stabilizes the boat. This provides a solid connection
between the paddle blade and the kayak for deep water re-entry. After re-entry the paddle is easily released
from the straps by pulling the bright red tab.

• Seaward sews a paddle pocket into the underside of every high density foam seat bottom cushion for use

as a secondary paddle float.

The cockpit comfort is one of the most important aspects of any kayak. This is why Seaward
created a configuration that not only can be easily adjusted, but can also be modified to any paddler’s
requirements. Changing from our factory supplied components to a formed seat or a sling-style back
band has never been easier.

Seaward’s pivoting backrest provides great support for your lower back. The backrest can be moved
forward or back by installing it into any of three pre-drilled holes. Moving the backrest is easy
thanks to the factory installed wing nuts. The only tool required is a Phillips-head screwdriver.

The seat bottom is crafted using the highest quality closed mini-cell foam surrounded by a mold
resistant nylon fabric. Buckled to the bulkhead for security and adjustment, the shaped seat
bottom has a Velcro strip at the rear, which allows padding to be added or the existing

padding to be customized.

An underdeck mesh bag can be fitted into any Seaward Kayak. This low profile
pocket is useful for storing items which could otherwise clutter the deck or
PFD pockets. An Aquameter compass can also be installed onto the compass

platform forward of the cockpit.

solid foot brace rudder control

Safety and performance

The Seaward smartRUDDER™ system allows paddlers to firmly brace

while retaining rudder control. By pivoting the foot pads instead of

sliding them, you get safer, more efficient control. 

• 6061-T6 anodized aluminum
• 3/32” Stainless steel cables
• Low friction Teflon cable housings
• Separate activator (deploy/recover) lines
• Rudder tie down
• UHMW Friction and wear plates

“should be uniformly adopted Rudder systems have added a new level of safety and maneuverability to paddling.
by boat manufacturers for boats Until recently, these advances came at the expense of solid bracing. The Seaward OEM
equipped with rudders” smartRUDDER™ pedals pivot. This allows the paddler to control the rudder while
maintaining a safe and firm brace. Seaward Kayaks’ smartRUDDER™ system enables
Sea Kayaker Magazine paddlers of all skill levels to maneuver their kayaks efficiently without experiencing
Navigator review the sponginess of sliding foot pedals and the sloppy feel inherent in relaxing a knee
brace. Also, in the unlikely event of rudder failure, the paddler retains solid bracing
unlike sliding rudder pedal systems. Seaward lock-out foot pedals are easily adjusted
to fit the paddler.

An optional sliding foot pedal system is available for rental companies and outfitters.

“Beauty, efficiency Seaward’s rudders are handcrafted using anodized 6061-T6 hardened marine aluminum for
and symmetry” corrosion resistance. The stainless steel rudder cables are 3/32” – twice the thickness of most
kayak manufacturers - and are routed through low friction Teflon housings affixed under the deck.
Symmetrical rudder up haul and down haul lines are strategically placed for ease of use. For added
security, all Seaward’s ruddered kayaks are also equipped with a tie down rudder bracket and securing

shock cord.

The paddlersideRDS is an exclusive feature of Seaward’s Luna and Cosma kayaks and is optional on
the Tyee. The rudder deployment lines run cleanly beneath the deck and emerge at a pulley on the
rudder. Rudder deployment is controlled from the side of the cockpit so the paddler doesn’t have

to reach to the rear deck to deploy the rudder.

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Seaward Model *Available on Specific models only Other Brand & Model

To make sure you’re getting Standard Features Included Available Upcharge Included Available Upcharge
the best value per dollar Yes Standard No YN YN $
for your kayak, Seaward Fibreglass Outside Seams Yes Standard No YN YN $
Kayaks offers you this Fibreglass Hatch Covers Yes Standard No YN YN $
comparison list. Neoprene Hatch Covers Yes Standard No YN YN $
Yes Standard No YN YN $
Fibreglass Bulkheads Yes Standard No YN YN $ What sets Seaward kayaks apart
Paddle Float Seat Bottom Yes Standard No YN YN $ from all the rest?
Quick Release Rescue Straps Yes Standard No YN YN $
Yes Standard No YN YN $ • A “no compromise” approach to safety,
Adjustable Backrest Yes Standard No YN YN $ product quality and attention to detail in
Knee Brace Pads Yes Standard No YN YN $ each kayak built and each customer served.
Yes Standard No YN YN $
Reflective Perimeter Line Yes Standard No YN YN $ • Team Seaward’s dedication to continuing
Painter line / Bow Tow Line Yes Standard No YN YN $ the advancement of kayak design and
Yes Standard No YN YN $ paddlesport safety including features like…
*Retractable Skeg Yes Standard No YN YN $
*Rudder Yes Standard No YN YN $ - The Self Rescue System™ (SRS™)
Yes Standard No YN YN $
Wichard 3/8” Stainless U-Bolt - The safeHATCH™ system
3/32” Rudder Cables Yes Your Choice No Y N YN $
Yes Your Choice No Y N YN $ - The comfortCOCKPIT™
*Rudder Stay with Tie Down Yes Your Choice No Y N YN $
Carry Handles Tied Down Yes Your Choice No Y N YN $ - The paddlersideRDS™
* Replaceable Keel Guard Yes Your Choice No Y N YN $
* Day Hatch - The smartRUDDER™ system
YN $
Color Options YN $ • The flawless finishing of all fibreglass
YN $ surfaces, both on the exterior and
Deck YN $ the interior of the kayak.
Hull
Seam YN $ • The highest quality and strongest
Hatch Cover & Coaming YN $ components of any kayak manufacturer.
Cockpit Coaming YN $
• A Fully Transferable, Lifetime Warranty
Fade No Optional $ YN YN
Splatter No Optional $ YN YN
* Colored Rudder No Optional $ YN YN
Airbrush Graphics No Optional $ YN YN
YN
Lay-up Options YN
YN YN
Kevlar No Optional $ YN YN
Kevlar Expedition Lay-up No Optional $
YN
Cloth Bow Guard No Optional $ YN
YN
Foot Pedals YN
YN
Lock Outs Yes Standard No Y N YN $
N $
Sliding No Optional No Y N $
N $
* Foot Rest Yes Standard No Y N $

* Floating Yes Standard No Y

* Dual Lockouts Steering No Optional $ Y

Volume & Cockpit Options

* High Volume No Optional No Y N $
Optional No Y N $
* Ocean Cockpit No

Other Options No Optional $ YN $
No Optional $ YN
Cockpit Cover No Optional $ YN $
Aquameter ll Compass No Optional $ YN
Under Deck Mesh Bag No Optional $ YN $
No Optional $ YN
* Knee Tube (Hatch) $ $ $
* Centre Hatch Seat $ $
$ $ $ 11
Custom Decals $
Total Additional Costs
Base Price of Kayaks

TOTAL



Photo: Tom Abraham

what works best for you...

Length
Beam
Depth
Cockpit
Volume
Bow
Volume
Centre
Volume
Stern
Volume
Cockpit
Total
Storage
Total
Kayak
Weight

Ocean
Cockpit
Option

31”L 27.5”L
100 ltrs 180 ltrs 165 ltrs 345 ltrs 52 lbs 14”W
Luna 16’2” 23” 14” 16”W 65 ltrs
12”D
12.5”D

31”L 27.5”L
102 ltrs 184 ltrs 167 ltrs 351 ltrs 52 lbs 14”W
Cosma 16’2” 23” 14” 16”W 65 ltrs
12”D
12.5”D

*Tyee 17’ 32.25”L 131 ltrs 192 ltrs 223 ltrs 415 ltrs 56 lbs
24” *14.5” 16.5”W 92 ltrs

13”D

*Navigator 17’ 32”L 131.4 ltrs 200 ltrs 243.4 ltrs 443.3 ltrs 56 lbs
24.5” *15.5” 16”W 112 ltrs

14”D

32”L 132.6 ltrs 208 ltrs 248.6 ltrs 456.6 ltrs 56 lbs

*Vision 17’ 24.5” *16” 16”W 116 ltrs

14”D

31”L

Pinnacle 17’6” 21.5” 13.5” 16”W

13”D

27.5”L

Endeavour 17’6” 22.5” 13.75” 14”W 66 ltrs 56 ltrs 75 ltrs 152 ltrs 197 ltrs 349 ltrs 54 lbs

13”D

*Ascenté 18’5” 31”L 112 ltrs 170 ltrs 187 ltrs 357 ltrs 55 lbs
*Chilco 18’5” 22.5” *14” 16”W 75 ltrs

*Quest X3 19’ 12.25”D
*Quest 19’
Passat 22’ 31”L 108 ltrs 164 ltrs 182 ltrs 346 ltrs 55 lbs
22.5” *14” 16”W 74 ltrs
Passat G3 22’
Southwind 21’ 12.25”D

32”L
22.5” *14.5” 16”W 64 ltrs 40 ltrs 80 ltrs 176 ltrs 184 ltrs 360 ltrs 59 lbs

13.5”D

32”L 136 ltrs 163 ltrs 204 ltrs 367 ltrs 58 lbs
22.5” *14.5” 16”W 68 ltrs

4”D

32.25”L 136 ltrs 409 ltrs 233.5 ltrs 642.5 ltrs 85 lbs
26” 15.5” 16”W 97.5 ltrs

13.5”D

32.25”L (centre hatch

26” 15.5” 16”W 64 ltrs cockpit) 94 ltrs 346 ltrs 348 ltrs 694 ltrs 90 lbs
180 ltrs
13.5”D

31”L
30.5” 15” 16”W 88 ltrs 140 ltrs 136 ltrs 504 ltrs 364 ltrs 868 ltrs 105 lbs

13.5”D

* Seaward Kayak models available in a High Volume, which adds an additional 3⁄4” 41
of depth to the kayak and cockpit. It will also increase the weight by 1lb.
Kayak specifications are subject to change.

“I have purchased 7 fibreglass kayaks from four manufacturers
in the last six years, and the construction of this boat is superior
to all others... This boat was obviously designed by paddlers,
for paddlers.”

Mark Wendling, Great Lakes Area

thousands of options
Colors may vary slightly
from samples shown.

BABY BLUE MEDIUM BLUE CYAN

LIGHT BLUE ROYAL BLUE
LIGHT TEAL NAVY BLUE
TEAL PURPLE

AQUA BURGUNDY

FOREST GREEN FUSCHIA

SEA GREEN Over 600,000 possible RED
variations to choose from
LIME MANDARIN ORANGE

MINT BURNT ORANGE
SIGNAL YELLOW
LIGHT GREY IVORY
MEDIUM GREY ICE WHITE
DARK GREY WHITE

Color description

Color deBscLrAiCpKtion

Stock Finishes MEDIUM BLUE

BABY BLUE CYAN ROAYAnL BoLUdEized Rudders

Seaward Kayaks has the most comprehLeIGnHsTiBvLeUEstock color program in the

entire kayak industry. With over L6IG0HT0TE,0AL00 possible variations to choose NAVY BLUE

from (614,655 to be exact) yToEAuL can be sure to have a kayak that reflects GREEN PURPLE
your personality. Choose any one of our 27 stock colors for your hull. BURGUNDY
Choose again for your seAQaUmA color. Choose yet another color for your deck,
BLUE
and then top itFoORfEfSwT GiRtEhENanother color choice for your coaming and hatches.
Visit www.seawardkayaks.com/color to create unique color combinations FUSCHIA

on the Color YoSEuArGOREEwNn Kayak Application. GREY

RED

GOLD

LIME MANDBALRAINCKORANGE
RED
Custom Finishes

The range of custoMmINTfinishes available is limited only by your imagination. BURNT ORANGE
A colored rudder can be installed on your kayak. SIGNAL YELLOW

LIGHT GREY

We offer you the oMpEDpIUoMrtGuREnYity to create a truly unique craft with our gel coat fade IVORY

or splatter color options. As each fade & splatter is custom, each is artistically

and individually yours; hDeAnRKceGRE“Yone of a kind.” ICE WHITE 43
BLACK WHITE

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