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Perception Carolina 14.0 Kayak w/ Rudder - 2009 BCS
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Enjoy a smooth, stable day of paddling with the Perception Carolina 14 Kayak w/ Rudder. An adjustable seat keeps your back and butt comfortable, while padded knee bracing and adjustable foot pegs keep you in control in choppy water. Secure waterproof maps and paddling essentials under the bungee rigging, and stash your lunch and other gear in the watertight hatches. The Carolina 14's pull-down rudder helps with steering when the wind kicks up, and a side-mounted holder keeps your paddle secure when you stop to take pictures.
Bottom Line: Steer clear of land with the Carolina 14.
Talk shop with all the gear freaks out there: ask 'em questions, upload/browse photos, and give your 2¢.
My rudder broke off and I need a replacement. The rest of the
My rudder broke off and I need a replacement. The rest of the rudder construction is in tact, just the rudder is needed. Where can I get a replacement without buying the whle kit?
By: Art
November 21, 2011
Bought used, where is model year located on kayak?
Bought used, where is model year located on kayak?
By: tim thompson
November 7, 2011
Comfortable, stable, adequate storage space
By:
Kerry
October 23, 2009
The Carolina is a great boat. I've gone on several multi-day trips in Resurrection Bay outside of Seward, Alaska with it. It feels great in the water and holds plenty of gear. I like to attach a deck bag in front of the cockpit for convenience.
Carolina 14 @ Caples Lake CA
By: Licinius
July 7, 2010
I just bought a used Carolina 14.0, 2010 model, I would like
I just bought a used Carolina 14.0, 2010 model, I would like to add Rudder on it. Is it hard to install and how much is the kIt cost?
By: gar
October 29, 2011
On Amazon website, you wrote free shipping and refer to your
On Amazon website, you wrote free shipping and refer to your website. But on your website, $150 shipping fee is automatically added. What's going on? Can I get the free shipping like you indicated on Amazon? I will order one immediately.
By: hongshik508274
July 6, 2011
No, it is you guys.
http://www.amazon.com/Perception-Carolina-14-0-Kayak-Rudder/
By: hongshik508274
July 7, 2011
The perception kayak on Amazon available with free shipping (which I doubt) is not sold by backcountry, it's offered by another company.
By: Christopher Minguez
July 7, 2011
used carolina 14
By:
tim thompson
November 7, 2011
carolina 14 is a fine kayak.Bought mine without rudder still does pretty good in relatively calm water.Very happy with purchase.
I assume the rudder is controled, perhaps by foot pedals? Please
I assume the rudder is controled, perhaps by foot pedals? Please confirm.
By: est4417401
May 27, 2011
Yes, adjustable foot-pedals slide on railings to control the rudder.
By: Jay Creech
May 27, 2011
At 6'2" 240 lbs. will this kayak be large enough for
At 6'2" 240 lbs. will this kayak be large enough for me? Paddling would be maily lakes and Tennessee River. Also, is this a good one for a novice paddler? Thanks in advance.
By: hey4383028
April 16, 2011
You will be able to fit but the cockpit might feel a little cramped but you get used to it. There is plenty of foot peg adjustment. This is a big boat and will track well with the rudder.
By: Mike
April 16, 2011
Love this boat!
By:
Alan Bradley
April 29, 2009
Tons of cargo room, spacious cocpit, lots of room for stuff on the deck and a rudder to boot! For it's size, it's actually decently light weight and it's very stable in choppy waters
Hate to be the one again to ask "What do I want?" but.... I
Hate to be the one again to ask "What do I want?" but....
I really like this boat, looks like what I'm wanting. Also looking at the Necky Looksha or the Perception Essence. I am 6 foot 195 lbs.
I want to do some recreational paddling but want to start doing the adventure races so I want something good for both. Suggestions?
By: Paul Watson
October 8, 2010
Paul, old question but you will not have any trouble fitting in this kayak. It is difficult to give advice on "what you want" but this is a fine kayak but also kind of heavy at almost 60 pounds. I would suggest to anyone buying a kayak to go to some demo days and try numerous boat brands and sizes.
By: Mike
April 16, 2011
I'm 6'-4" with an inseam of 36", will this
I'm 6'-4" with an inseam of 36", will this boat adjust to my long legs? Any suggestions for a boat that will, I'm just getting started investigating the right boat for me.
By: andy
August 21, 2010
Andy, I am 6'7'' at 230# and I have plenty of room in this kayak, with the foot pegs all the way down. Hope this helps, Dee
By: Dee Dillard
August 29, 2010
Great Boat For The Money
By:
Dgr3404396
August 11, 2011
I've only had this boat for about a month but I love it! It's much nicer than the other 2 kayaks I've had and it's the first one with a rudder which makes a HUGE difference in the winds. I'm 5'6" but this boat would still be roomy even for a much larger paddler. Very stable also. I recently did an overnight trip and had plenty of storage for tent, sleeping bag and other supplies. My only beef is that I wish the cockpit opening was a bit smaller. I'm not as fast as my friends with their 16'+ slimmer kayaks but my kayak is very easy to get in and out of and the seat is very adjustable and very comfortable all day. I would highly recommend this boat to anyone looking to upgrade from a smaller rec kayak.
you list this on yahoo for a lower price than your website,,,whats
you list this on yahoo for a lower price than your website,,,whats up with that?
Perception Carolina 14.0 Kayak w/ Rudder 2009
$1,174.95 new - Backcountry.com
Perception Carolina 14 w/ Rudder Kayak '07
$1,099.00 new - Mountain Sports
Perception Carolina 14.0 Kayak w/ Rudder 2009
$881.21 new - Backcountry.
By: jay pat
April 4, 2010
Jay,
I have seen this a few times, It happens using the "shopping" feature of Google as well. I believe the $881.21 was probably the price during their end of winter sale when everything on the website was discounted or even that might have been the clearance price for the 2009 model as these are likely the 2010 models now. The long story short is that google and yahoo take "snapshots" of prices and that they are not always up to date. It sucks, I know. I get excited too sometimes when I think I have found a killer deal that way. Even worse are sites like Altrec that commonly only discount ONE color or size of something, and Google Shopping will list the item at that lower price. (that also occurs here, but with much less frequency.) I hope this answer helps a little. The lower price at mountain sports is definitely because it is a 2007 boat.
By: TJP
April 4, 2010
Write your question here...what is the weight ??
Write your question here...what is the weight ??
By: carol zamcheck
September 11, 2009
It weighs 57 pounds per the spec listing.
By: Mike
April 16, 2011
Sweet boat
By:
PBJ
May 6, 2009
Love the cargo room and the space in the cocpit, Just make sure you remember to insert the leg braces otherwise it's a bit too roomy. The rudder is a really nice system and very responsive. Overall, a great camping boat!
Write your question here...what are the leg braces and where
Write your question here...what are the leg braces and where are they to install? mine just has the pads around the cockpit. I'd love more bracing!
By: Ame Gargulak
August 25, 2009
Ame, the pads you are referring to are the leg braces.
By: Mike
April 16, 2011
Write your question here...Explain the use of leg braces. Do
Write your question here...Explain the use of leg braces.
Do they come with the new kayak or are they an extra?
By: Ron Brooman
July 2, 2009
The leg braces come with the boat. They are pads that create a tighter, more custom fit at your knees/thighs, giving you more control over your boat.
By: Laura Avdey
July 2, 2009
Change me.
Out of Stock
2009 Model No Longer Available
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Comfortable, stable, adequate storage space
The Carolina is a great boat. I've gone on several multi-day trips in Resurrection Bay outside of Seward, Alaska with it. It feels great in the water more...
used carolina 14
carolina 14 is a fine kayak.Bought mine without rudder still does pretty good in relatively calm water.Very happy with purchase. more...
- Hull Material:
- polyethylene
- Width:
- 24.5 in
- Length:
- 14 ft
- Maximum Load:
- 300 lb
- Hatch Cover:
- rubber
- Skeg:
- no
- Paddler Skill:
- intermediate, advanced
- Weight:
- 55 lb
- Recommended Use:
- day tours, light overnight