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Racing & Fitness Kayaks For Sale
at our Newton Paddling Store

If you are racing or paddling for fitness, we have kayaks specifically designed for your needs! Whether you are paddling on the ocean or flatwater, Charles River Canoe & Kayak carries kayaks that fit the bill.
Browse the list below and come down for a free test-paddle! If you are looking for a boat from these manufacturers which does not appear on this list, we are happy to special-order it.

Boats and equipment are for sale at our Newton Boathouse. Click for Hours of Operation and a Map & Directions.
 
Racing and fitness kayaks are designed for speed.
Epic — Extremely lightweight composite kayaks for recreation to racing, designed by World Champions.
V8 with Rudder 18' 0" L 22" W CP 34 lbs. Performance $2545
V8
by Epic Kayaks
Length: 18' 0" Width: 22"
Performance
(Composite: FG, KV, and/or CB, 34 lbs.)
$2545
#6622
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Designed by World Ocean Champion Oscar Chalupsky and Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Barton, the V8 takes the 18X hull shape and combines it with a surf ski deck. This design creates a reasonably fast surf ski that is stable enough for almost any sea kayaker to feel completely comfortable. Great for folks looking to work on their technique and progress into less stable, faster surf skis. Additional layups may be available by special order.
Designed by World Ocean Champion Oscar Chalupsky and Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Barton, the V8 takes the 18X hull shape and combines it with a surf ski deck. This design creates a reasonably fast surf ski that is stable enough for almost any sea kayaker to feel completely comfort…   Learn More!  SKU: Performance #6622.
V10 Sport with Rudder 20' L 19" W CP/NX 33/25 lbs. Performance $2595, Ultra $3595
V10 Sport
by Epic Kayaks
Length: 20' Width: 19"
Performance
(Composite: FG, KV, and/or CB, 33 lbs.)
$2595
#4286
Ultra
(Nomex Composite, 25 lbs.)
$3595
#4385
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Designed by World Ocean Champion Oscar Chalupsky and Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Barton, the V10 series are super-fast ocean racing boats. Excels in upwind or downwind surfing conditions. High-capacity Venturi drain keeps water out. Additional layups may be available by special order. The fully adjustable footbrace with self adjusting pedals on the V10 will accommodate paddlers from 5'3" to 6'7" in height. Smaller paddlers should try the V10L, which has a lower front deck for decreased windage and a seat position ideal for smaller paddlers. The V10L footbraces will accommodate a paddler from 4'1" to 6'3" in height. V10 Sport is a wider, more stable version of the V10 that accommodates paddlers from 5'0" to 6'7" in height.
Designed by World Ocean Champion Oscar Chalupsky and Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Barton, the V10 series are super-fast ocean racing boats. Excels in upwind or downwind surfing conditions. High-capacity Venturi drain keeps water out. Additional layups may be available by special or…   Learn More!  SKU: Performance #4286; Ultra #4385.
16X with Rudder 16' L 23" W CP 40 lbs. Performance $3295
16X
by Epic Kayaks
Length: 16' Width: 23"
Performance
(Composite: FG, KV, and/or CB, 40 lbs.)
$3295
#6527
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The lightest 16' sea kayak available! Epic has brought composite boat weights down to fiberglass prices. The fiberglass/carbon composite version is meant to be loaded and paddled on the ocean. The Nomex version is meant for racing in flatwater and ocean conditions. Both are amazingly fast and quite maneuverable. A breeze to load on and off your car. With integrated retractable TrackMaster Plus rudder, bulkheaded bow, stern, and day hatches, improved seat design, lots of storage space, and full deck outfitting. Additional layups may be available by special order. For the small-to-medium paddler.
The lightest 16' sea kayak available! Epic has brought composite boat weights down to fiberglass prices. The fiberglass/carbon composite version is meant to be loaded and paddled on the ocean. The Nomex version is meant for racing in flatwater and ocean conditions. Both are amazi…   Learn More!  SKU: Performance #6527.
18X with Rudder 18' L 22" W CP 41 lbs. Performance $3295
18X
by Epic Kayaks
Length: 18' Width: 22"
Performance
(Composite: FG, KV, and/or CB, 41 lbs.)
$3295
#6499
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The lightest 18' sea kayak available! Epic has brought composite boat weights down to fiberglass prices. The fiberglass/carbon composite construction is meant to be loaded and paddled on the ocean. The Nomex construction is meant for racing in flatwater and ocean conditions. Amazingly fast and quite maneuverable. A breeze to load on and off your car. With integrated retractable TrackMaster Plus rudder, bulkheaded bow, stern, and day hatches, improved seat design, lots of storage space, and full deck outfitting. Additional layups may be available by special order. For the medium-to-large paddler.
The lightest 18' sea kayak available! Epic has brought composite boat weights down to fiberglass prices. The fiberglass/carbon composite construction is meant to be loaded and paddled on the ocean. The Nomex construction is meant for racing in flatwater and ocean conditions. Amaz…   Learn More!  SKU: Performance #6499.
18X Sport with Rudder 18' L 22.75" W CP 41 lbs. Performance $3295
18X Sport
by Epic Kayaks
Length: 18' Width: 22.75"
Performance
(Composite: FG, KV, and/or CB, 41 lbs.)
$3295
#6528
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The lightest 18' sea kayak available! Epic has brought composite boat weights down to fiberglass prices. The fiberglass/carbon composite construction is meant to be loaded and paddled on the ocean. The Nomex construction is meant for racing in flatwater and ocean conditions. Amazingly fast and quite maneuverable. The "Sport" versions are 3/4" wider for additional stability. A breeze to load on and off your car. With integrated retractable TrackMaster Plus rudder, bulkheaded bow, stern, and day hatches, improved seat design, lots of storage space, and full deck outfitting. Additional layups may be available by special order. For the medium-to-large paddler.
The lightest 18' sea kayak available! Epic has brought composite boat weights down to fiberglass prices. The fiberglass/carbon composite construction is meant to be loaded and paddled on the ocean. The Nomex construction is meant for racing in flatwater and ocean conditions. Amaz…   Learn More!  SKU: Performance #6528.
KayakPro — Racing and fitness kayaks.
Jet w/ Understern Rudder [Special Order] 17' 3" L 20.5" W FG/CKV 26/25 lbs. Club $2300, Racer $2800
Jet
by KayakPro
Length: 17' 3" Width: 20.5"
Club
(Fiberglass, 26 lbs.)
$2300
#4156
Racer
(Carbon/Kevlar Composite, 25 lbs.)
$2800
#SKU
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KayakPro's stable ICF trainer, the Jet is great if you are just starting out in racing kayaks, prefer a stable boat, or are paddling in cold water. The "Racer" version is not in stock and is available by special order only.
KayakPro's stable ICF trainer, the Jet is great if you are just starting out in racing kayaks, prefer a stable boat, or are paddling in cold water. The "Racer" version is not in stock and is available by special order only. Learn More!  SKU: Club #4156; Racer #SKU.
Stellar — Extremely lightweight and fast boats.
S18 with Rudder 18' L 21.5" W FG 39 lbs. Advantage $2680
S18
by Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis
Length: 18' Width: 21.5"
Advantage
(Fiberglass, 39 lbs.)
$2680
#6647
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that differ from our actual stock.
An extremely light and fast sea kayak. Rudder improves tracking in wind and waves. Bulkheaded front and rear hatches, adjustable seat pan, paddle park, full deck outfitting. Additional layups may be available by special order. Fits a medium-to-large paddler.
An extremely light and fast sea kayak. Rudder improves tracking in wind and waves. Bulkheaded front and rear hatches, adjustable seat pan, paddle park, full deck outfitting. Additional layups may be available by special order. Fits a medium-to-large paddler. Learn More!  SKU: Advantage #6647.
S18R with Rudder 18' L 21.5" W FG 39 lbs. Advantage $2680
S18R
by Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis
Length: 18' Width: 21.5"
Advantage
(Fiberglass, 39 lbs.)
$2680
#6964
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New for 2012! An extremely light and super-fast sea kayak for racing. Building on the design of the S18, the folks at Stellar have lengthened the waterline and decreased the beam for one purpose: more speed! Rudder improves tracking in wind and waves. Bulkheaded front and rear hatches, adjustable seat pan, paddle park, full deck outfitting. Additional layups may be available by special order. Fits a medium-to-large paddler.
New for 2012! An extremely light and super-fast sea kayak for racing. Building on the design of the S18, the folks at Stellar have lengthened the waterline and decreased the beam for one purpose: more speed! Rudder improves tracking in wind and waves. Bulkheaded front and …   Learn More!  SKU: Advantage #6964.
SR with Rudder 19' 1" L 18.9" W FG 33 lbs. Sport $1820, Advantage $2375
SR
by Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis
Length: 19' 1" Width: 18.9"
Sport
(Fiberglass, 33 lbs.)
$1820
#6800
Advantage
(Fiberglass, 31 lbs.)
$2375
#6652
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A stable and fast surf ski. Wide bucket seat with hip pads, Venturi drain. Additional layups may be available by special order. Fits a small-to-large paddler.
A stable and fast surf ski. Wide bucket seat with hip pads, Venturi drain. Additional layups may be available by special order. Fits a small-to-large paddler. Learn More!  SKU: Sport #6800; Advantage #6652.
SE with Rudder 21' 2" L 17.5" W FG 32 lbs. Advantage $2375
SE
by Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis
Length: 21' 2" Width: 17.5"
Advantage
(Fiberglass, 32 lbs.)
$2375
#6654
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A fast surf ski designed with significant secondary stability to improve your performance in rough water and a low seat for improved stability. Wide bucket seat with hip pads, Venturi drain. Additional layups may be available by special order. Fits a larger paddler.
A fast surf ski designed with significant secondary stability to improve your performance in rough water and a low seat for improved stability. Wide bucket seat with hip pads, Venturi drain. Additional layups may be available by special order. Fits a larger paddler. Learn More!  SKU: Advantage #6654.
SEL with Rudder 21' 6" L 17.3" W FG/CKV 32/26 lbs. Advantage $2375, Excel $3290
SEL
by Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis
Length: 21' 6" Width: 17.3"
Advantage
(Fiberglass, 32 lbs.)
$2375
#6840
Excel
(Carbon/Kevlar Composite, 26 lbs.)
$3290
#6841
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A trimmed-down version of the SE for the medium-to-large paddler. A fast surf ski designed with significant secondary stability to improve your performance in rough water and a low seat for improved stability. Narrower catch zone for a better stroke, lower front deck for reduced windage and to better accommodate a medium-sized paddler. Longer footrest area for taller paddlers. Wide bucket seat with hip pads, Venturi drain. Additional layups may be available by special order. Fits a medium-to-large paddler.
A trimmed-down version of the SE for the medium-to-large paddler. A fast surf ski designed with significant secondary stability to improve your performance in rough water and a low seat for improved stability. Narrower catch zone for a better stroke, lower front deck for reduced …   Learn More!  SKU: Advantage #6840; Excel #6841.
S18S with Rudder 18' L 21" W FG 35 lbs. Advantage $2375
S18S
by Stellar Kayaks & Surf Skis
Length: 18' Width: 21"
Advantage
(Fiberglass, 35 lbs.)
$2375
#7357
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New for 2012! A super-stable ski for beginning surf ski paddlers. Sporting the same hull as the new S18R but with a surf ski deck, this boat can double as a fast touring kayak. Bow and stern hatch openings, deck bungees, Venturi drain. Optional kick-up overstern rudder can be added. Meets USCA Fast Sea Kayak spec. Fits paddlers up to about 260 lbs. The "Advantage" version is currently out of stock.
New for 2012! A super-stable ski for beginning surf ski paddlers. Sporting the same hull as the new S18R but with a surf ski deck, this boat can double as a fast touring kayak. Bow and stern hatch openings, deck bungees, Venturi drain. Optional kick-up overstern rudder can…   Learn More!  SKU: Advantage #7357.
Think Kayaks — Surf skis and racing/fitness kayaks.
Evo Better Than New 20' 6" L 19" W FG 33 lbs. $2395 SPECIAL DEAL $1799
Evo
by Think Kayaks
Length: 20' 6" Width: 19"
Performance Fiberglass Better Than New
(Fiberglass, 33 lbs.)
Used Evo surf ski, orange, with significant upgrades. Expert composite builder replaced rudder and rudder box, re-did the gel-coat finish, and newly reinforced seams. Pristine condition. See it to believe it!
$2395  $1799
#2003336-T
Performance Fiberglass used
(Fiberglass, 33 lbs.)
Used Evo surf ski, 2010 model, orange.
$2395  $1599
#2003338-T
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The Evo is perfect for those looking for a surf ski with good stability and speed. More stable than the Epic V10, but faster than the Sport. Very comfortable seat is narrower than the V10 Sport. Footpegs micro-adjust easily for a perfect fit. With understern rudder and leash attachment point.
Used Evo surf ski, orange, with significant upgrades. Expert composite builder replaced rudder and rudder box, re-did the gel-coat finish, and newly reinforced seams. Pristine condition. See it to believe it! The Evo is perfect for those looking for a surf ski with good stability…   Learn More about the Evo!  SKU: #2003336-T.
Evo used 20' 6" L 19" W FG 33 lbs. $2395 SPECIAL DEAL $1599
Evo
by Think Kayaks
Length: 20' 6" Width: 19"
Performance Fiberglass Better Than New
(Fiberglass, 33 lbs.)
Used Evo surf ski, orange, with significant upgrades. Expert composite builder replaced rudder and rudder box, re-did the gel-coat finish, and newly reinforced seams. Pristine condition. See it to believe it!
$2395  $1799
#2003336-T
Performance Fiberglass used
(Fiberglass, 33 lbs.)
Used Evo surf ski, 2010 model, orange.
$2395  $1599
#2003338-T
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The Evo is perfect for those looking for a surf ski with good stability and speed. More stable than the Epic V10, but faster than the Sport. Very comfortable seat is narrower than the V10 Sport. Footpegs micro-adjust easily for a perfect fit. With understern rudder and leash attachment point.
Used Evo surf ski, 2010 model, orange. The Evo is perfect for those looking for a surf ski with good stability and speed. More stable than the Epic V10, but faster than the Sport. Very comfortable seat is narrower than the V10 Sport. Footpegs micro-adjust easily for a perfect fi…   Learn More about the Evo!  SKU: #2003338-T.
Legend New 2009 21' 1" L 17" W FG 33 lbs. $2395 SPECIAL DEAL $1849
Legend
by Think Kayaks
Length: 21' 1" Width: 17"
Performance Fiberglass New 2009
(Fiberglass, 33 lbs.)
Great closeout deal on this new 2009 surf ski!
$2395  $1849
#5728
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The Legend is Think's faster surf ski. Unique hard-chine hull design offers significant stability to a hull that's only 17" wide. Very comfortable seat with footpegs that micro-adjust easily for a perfect fit. With understern rudder and leash attachment point.
Great closeout deal on this new 2009 surf ski! The Legend is Think's faster surf ski. Unique hard-chine hull design offers significant stability to a hull that's only 17" wide. Very comfortable seat with footpegs that micro-adjust easily for a perfect fit. With understern rudder and leash attachment point. Learn More about the Legend!  SKU: #5728.
Materials Used in Kayak Construction
AIR = 'Airalite' Plastic; CB = Carbon; CL = 'Carbonlite' Thermoformed Plastic; CKV = Carbon/Kevlar Composite; CP = Composite: FG, KV, and/or CB; DUR = 'Duralite' Polyethylene; FG = Fiberglass; HTP = HTP Polyethylene; KV = Kevlar; NX = Nomex Composite; PL = Polyethylene; SNR = Synthetic and Natural Rubber; SPVC = PVC-Coated Synthetic Fabric; TRL = 'Trylon' Thermoformed Plastic; TCS = 'Thermoformed Composite System' Plastic; THPL = Thermoformed ABS Plastic; WD = Wood.
To learn more about these materials, mouse over the links and then visit our How to Choose a Kayak Guide.
Quantities and styles are limited. Prices and boat availability are subject to change without noticecall us to confirm availability if you are looking for a specific boat. All used and rental boat sales are final. If you are looking for a boat from these manufacturers which does not appear on this list, we are happy to special-order it.
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