Delta Kayaks 10AR

A 10-foot recreational kayak that actually moves efficiently through the water is rarer than it should be, and the Delta 10 AR earns that distinction through some genuinely clever hull engineering.

The centrepiece of the 10 AR is Delta's Fusion Hull, a design that transitions from a V-shaped bow into a twin-pontoon style catamaran hull. The result is a kayak that clips along with surprising efficiency and agility while maintaining the kind of stability that lets beginners relax and anglers and photographers focus on what they came out to do. Without the excessive width common to most recreational kayaks, it paddles more like a proper touring boat than a floaty platform, yet remains stable enough for moving around on deck. At just 37 lbs it is also compact and light enough to store on the deck of a larger boat, making it a natural companion for yacht and cruiser owners.

Storage is well thought out for a boat this size. A large rear dry storage compartment is sealed by the integrated seat and bulkhead design, while a front under-deck pod with a screw-on watertight hatch keeps cameras and valuables protected and adds bow flotation. The Click and Lock Adjustable Contour Seat System adjusts fore and aft on or off the water, with added padding for all-day comfort. Made in Maple Ridge, British Columbia with UV-resistant Solarkote thermoform construction, the 10 AR is a Canadian-made recreational kayak that offers far more than its size lets on.

• Length: 10 ft
• Weight: 37 lb
• Hull: Fusion Hull with V bow transitioning to catamaran style pontoon hull
• Rear Storage: Large dry compartment sealed by integrated seat and bulkhead
• Front Storage: Under-deck pod with screw-on watertight hatch
• Seat System: Click and Lock Adjustable Contour Seat, fore and aft adjustment
• Foot Braces: Adjustable
• Deck Rigging: Reflective
• Handles: Self-retracting carry handles
• Construction: Thermoformed ABS and Acrylic with Solarkote UV finish, made in Canada
• Warranty: 3-year limited warranty against defective materials and workmanship