On-Water Demos by appointment.
· No sales tax for boats leaving Maine!
· All full-price boats include custom outfitting of hips, thighs, front bulkheads
All of MIKCO's sea kayaks have multiple solid bulkheads, are designed with attention to on-water safety, and long term durability. We chose boats for their on-water performance in the variety of conditions we've experienced over thousands of miles with thousands of paddlers. Most of our kayaks have custom front bulkheads, a variety of skegs and seats, and other specialized outfitting. They're are suitable for athletic beginners, intermediate and seasoned paddlers.
Nigel Dennis designs. Super fit, very neutral, easy rolling. More of our guides have paddled these boats than any other kayak made. These are durable, rugged, do everything, day/play/expedition grade boats that are amazingly suitable for athletic beginners. Their rough water comfort is superb, enhancing your confidence and ability to paddle lumpy seas.
NDKs were chosen in Sea Kayaker Magazine's 2008 and 2011 Reader's Choice Awards --
Romany for Best Rough Water Playboat and Explorer for Best Extended Touring Kayak.
Read more here (PDF):
2008 Review, 2011 Review
We've put hundreds of paddlers in sea kayaks over our last 20 years, and are skilled at matching your size, shape, physical and paddling skills with the right hull to enhance your comfort, fun and safety. MIKCo's "Fit-Form-Function-Feel-Fun" analysis helps you make sense of the many variables in finding, and maybe buying a properly fitted and sized sea kayak for your primary needs and interests.
Full price new boat sales include custom-cut hip and thigh pads for enhanced contact between you and your boat, free mounting of compasses and specialized backbands, and front bulkhead foam for paddlers with custom front bulkheads. Ask us about custom RDFs (recessed deck fitting), under deck pump holders, in-cockpit additions. We also foam and fit any other boats by appointment if you are interested in the advantages of increased contact, better seating position and longer term comfort.
Tom has guided and coached hundreds
of paddles over the past 30 years. He's dedicated to helping you find the
right fit based on your physique, skill level and paddling style. On-water
demos with Tom are the best way to learn a pile about fit and design
function, while experiencing the feel and fun values of MIKCo's wide variety
of demo boats.
Appointment required.
One New Kayak, and one used that are just about the best deal we can think of.
UsedVCP Pintail
Green/White/Yellow w rope skeg. The classic Valley play boat that so many of us still enjoy.
$1,300
Explorer LV Elite $1,750
Melon Yellow/White/Red, new Kari slider, foam seat (year '09).
New Pilgrim Standard $2,15O