Reviews for NC 15 Excursion Kayak by NC Kayaks
Rated: 8.8/10
Based On: 5 Reviews
04-04-2007Submitted by: jws
Rating:
5 of
10
I've had an NC 15 Excursion for two weeks and have had it out twice, once on flat water with an 8-10 knot breeze and once on coastal waters with a 4-7 foot swell and 2-4 foot shorebreak. Must say I don't trust the LT lay-up-got a 2" crack in the gelcoat unloading from my rack. I was also surprised that the boat weathercocked in a relatively light breeaze (8-10knots). Although the boat is indeed slow to broach on a breaking wave, it is also slow to turn in the same situation. The front bulkhhead leaks, and there are no tethers on the hatch covers. In addition, NC Kayaks only warranties the hull/deck seam for one year- a pretty short warranty for a boat the they say should last many years. The boat arrives covered with decals, and, unless you want to advertise NC Kayaks, plan on spending a couple of hours removing them. So, although I like the light weight and agree that his boat is quick for it's size, I can only give it a five out of ten.
02-05-2007Submitted by: mgnum21Rating:
9 of
10
Have been using NC 15 Excursion for about two years and I am very pleased with it. Used on lakes, rivers, bays and it has been a great performer. Superior secondary stability.
06-30-2006Submitted by: oxbowmann
Rating:
10 of
10
Recently won a NC 15 through Paddling.net. WOW!! This is the smoothest and quickest kayak I have used. The stability is super and it just cuts through the water. Entered a fun competition last weekend. 30 boats. I easily placed first with time to spare. NC is the best!
05-05-2003Submitted by: drg620
Rating:
10 of
10
NC 15 LT version - Very light, quick easy to paddle and stabile, tracks very well. The best combination of reasonable cost, wt. (39 lbs.), comfort, good looks, and performance that I found in a year of looking. Lots of fun in the power boat traffic of the Lake River and the big water of the Columbia, touring and even fishing. I am 5'8" 150# and the kayak feels and handles like an extension of my body.
10-21-2002Submitted by: ---Rating:
10 of
10
I have only had this boat for 3 weeks, but have had it out a lot in the Chesapeake Bay in up to 18 knot measured wind and with no rudder or skeg, no problem. It comes up to speed in a few strokes, tracks well, turns very easily and surfs great. The fit and finish is excellent. I am 6'3"- 200 pounds and am real comfortable as are 5'4" 125 pounders. 15'8" 39 pounds makes the boat easy
to load and carry. The boat gets compliments on looks all the time.
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