Point 65 Kayak Review Point 65 kayaks are the latest addition to Canoe & Kayaks range of Touring and Sea Kayaks. Point 65 kayaks benefit from a quality manufacturer and an awesome design team. They produce kayaks in RM Plastic and composite. Our staff, Arron Wilson (C&K Hawkes Bay), Stephen Taylor (C&K Manukau) and James Fitness(NZ Kayak Magazine) tested the Swedish kayaks and this is what they thought‌.
Point 65 Nemo - RRP $1099.00 The Nemo is the smallest, lightest touring kayak in the Point 65 range. Being so light it is easy to load to the car and carry to the water. The build quality feels solid with a tough rigid hull that will stand the test of time. The cockpit arrangement is spacious and comfortable. Arron pictured below fitted comfortably in the Nemo. For a short touring kayak the Nemo was surprisingly sleek, very manoeuvrable and light on the water. It is very stable and gives the paddler much confidence on the water. The Nemo has generous size rear storage hatch and deck elastics to hold kit that you need to reach. We feel it will make the perfect day touring kayak for lakes, estuary, and gentle coastal paddling.
Point 65 Five O Five - RRP $2299.00 The NZ market has been crying out for a 5 metre, fast and stable touring kayak and Point 65 have the answer with the Five O Five. We were so impressed when we paddled this kayak. The Five O Five has the perfect balance between stability and performance. It is user friendly and stable enough for a beginner but also has enough performance to satisfy the improving paddler looking to develop skill. It is perfect for day paddling or camping trips with loads of storage in the stern and bow. The Rudder system is superb, and easy to engage and control. The hull felt rigid through the water delivering great speed and durability. The cockpit is comfortable and will accommodate larger paddlers too. This kayak is for those looking to progress in touring or into the world of Sea kayaking. This is truly a lot of kayak for the money, offering comfort, performance, stability and superior build quality. An incredible touring
Plenty of performance to satisfy the improving paddler
Arran in the Nemo
Award Scheme The NZKI Award Scheme was formed in response to a growing need in the Kayaking Industry to have more people with Kayaking qualifications, to encourage more kayakers towards expanding their skills and knowledge and to continue to increase the safety of our sport.
Stephen in the Five O Five
The NZKI Award Scheme is structured around the assessment of skills and knowledge that are required for the type of activity to be undertaken by the Instructor or Guide. A star is awarded for each level achieved, starting off with the NZKI One Star for personal paddling skills and knowledge and moving up to the NZKI Five Star for an Assessor. For more information phone 0508 5292569
www.nzki.co.nz
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The test team