We trained extensively with Grahame Sisson during the Autumn and Winter of 2019 to learn the art of constructing quality water craft that perform and endure, before embarking on our own journey of evolution. We have established a factory environment in Southland, New Zealand with a controlled climate that enables us to handcraft beautiful boats, consistently and efficiently in all seasons. Our driving aim is to supply the best boats in the market and we bring our own innovative ideas to people who enjoy paddle sports as much as we do.
The construction of your new kayak is a very personalised process. We build each kayak one-at-a-time from start to finish and it is not uncommon to have communication with our customers during the build to make sure that every detail is focused on your requirements. As such, every build is a custom build and no two kayaks are exactly the same.
All of our kayaks are constructed with an optimal combination of carbon, Kevlar and fiberglass to ensure the best balance of weight, performance and robustness. A Nautique racing kayak will typically weigh approximately 13.5-14.0 kg and will be robust enough to train with on rocky rivers and easily repairable should things go horribly wrong on the river (or the roof of the car!).
We are now taking orders with a typical turn-around time of 6-12 weeks. To order a kayak or begin discussing what's best for you, please feel free to contact us.
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Length4.9 meter
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Width550 mm
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Skill levelBeginner
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Entry-level Fibreglass buildFibreglass only with integrated seat $3540
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Standard BuildCarbon/Kevlar/Fibreglass composite with integrated seat $3940
From $3,540.00 NZD
The Reliance is the proven combination of stability, maneuverability, comfort and reliability that new Kayakers love. With a composite construction of Fibreglass and Kevlar the Reliance is light, efficient and robust. We also offer an extremely economical option of Fibreglass-only layup for The Reliance to help new Multisporters get started on a budget. The very stable hull has a sensible length so you'll find The Reliance easy to control in the wind and waves and easy to navigate down grade 2 rapids. The Reliance also out-performs plastic alternatives for speed and is lighter for lifting onto roof-racks.
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Length4.9 meter
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Width520 mm
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Skill levelConfident Beginner
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Standard BuildCarbon/Kevlar/Fibreglass composite hull with fibreglass cockpit rim / integrated seat $3940
From $3,740.00 NZD
The Argo is an achievable step into more responsiveness and speed for kayakers who like to retain plenty of stability. The Argo has a similar hull to the Reliance but is slightly narrower through the mid-section. It feels solid on the water and responds like a dream. If you are a confident beginner or ready to take the next step in your kayaking progression, this is the perfect racing kayak for you.
- Fishform hull design for efficiency, comfort and confidence
- Sensible length for easy, quick maneuvering
- Easy to control in winds
- Capable of good results
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Length5.9 meter
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Width480 mm
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Skill LevelIntermediate
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Standard BuildCarbon/Kevlar/Fibreglass composite hull with clear carbon trim $4950
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Integrated, recessed watch holder, fitted (optional)$245
From $4,950.00 NZD
You told us you want more length, less bottom drag, more primary stability, more speed, more comfort, more control, more strength, less weight. We've listened. The N2 is here and is an extremely versatile, fast but easy to paddle kayak for intermediate paddlers.
The N2 is the first of a new generation of multisport kayaks in the Nautique range, using new technology and learnings from all over the globe. We obsessed over every detail in a design process that had input from several of the industry's leading brains. We knew what we wanted and some incredibly talented people helped us to get there. Designed with an uber-efficient hull that reduces drag and a balance-friendly, progressive chine; the N2 sets a new benchmark in speed-to-stability performance: Easy to paddle, yet super-competitive.
Your new N2 can also include our innovative new WatchMount; an integrated, recessed, adjustable watch holder for securely mounting your watch in easy view to keep an eye on key stats like HR, cadence, speed, distance and time splits while training or racing.
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Length5.2 meter
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Width480 mm
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Skill levelIntermediate to advanced
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Standard BuildCarbon/Kevlar/Fibreglass composite hull with clear carbon cockpit $4300
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Integrated, recessed WatchMount, fitted$245
From $4,300.00 NZD
The Gyro is designed for smaller paddlers up to 72kg and blends a slippery-fast, rounded hull with elegantly flared sides for excellent secondary stability. The result is a hull that gives you the best of both worlds - elite-level speeds with intermediate-level stability.
What's in the name? Grahame Sisson designed what he called the Nucleus range after many years of designing and building racing kayaks. Nearing the end of his full-time career he took lessons from what worked and what didn't work into a design that he considers to be his best ever, particularly the smallest of the range which he called the Nucleus 60. We love paddling this boat and so we decided it would be fitting to re-name it after Grahame - whose nick-name is Gyro (pronounced Jai-row). An apt nick-name for a clever, well researched man with exceptional ingenuity and innovation.
For progressing intermediate paddlers, the Gyro is an excellent step into the world of slippery hulls. It won't feel rock-solid like a wider, flat-bottomed beginner boat at first, but after just a few sessions in this boat paddlers learn to relax and utilise the hull's excellent secondary stability. It's like having a nice safety net - all the feedback without the consequences. Soon, the "wobbles" subside, better balance comes and with it the comfort and confidence to paddle a fast, narrow racing hull.
For expert paddlers, the Gyro is a super-fun kayak that reminds you how much fun paddling can be. It's shorter length compared to most elite boats makes it much more nimble in rapids. It rails nicely just like your elite boat, but it feels much more stable. Imagine having the confidence to take both hands off the paddle in moving water to eat. And here's the kicker - it's just as fast as your elite boat. It really is. In all of our testing in various conditions under a range of power inputs, the Gyro has performed as good, if not better, than the elite boats we've tested against. There is no speed compromise for the convenience of this shorter, more stable hull, due to it's very clever design.
Please note that the maximum weight suggestion is related to the boat's handling in rough water. A Gyro can also be paddled on flat water with great results by a larger (80+ kg) paddler.
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Length6.25m
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Width428mm
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Skill LevelAdvanced to Elite
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Standard Build (recommended for most)Carbon/Kevlar/Fibreglass composite hull with carbon trim and external seam strip $4950
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Integrated, recessed WatchMount (fitted)$245
From $4,950.00 NZD
THE NEW N1 HERE. You told us you want more length, less bottom drag, more primary stability, more speed, more comfort, more control, more strength, less weight, a less "floaty" cockpit. We've listened. The N1 is a direct progression from the very popular N2 and is the new benchmark for advanced to elite athletes who want extremely high levels of performance in a kayak that is also comfortable and confidence-inspiring for long stretches of river racing.
The N1 is the second of a new generation of multisport kayaks in the Nautique range, using new technology and learnings from all over the globe. We obsessed over every detail in a design process that had input from several of the industry's leading brains. We knew what we wanted and some incredibly talented people helped us to get there. Designed with an uber-efficient hull that reduces drag and a balance-friendly, progressive chine; the N1 sets a new benchmark in speed-to-stability performance for advanced to elite paddlers. The N1 has a sensible length to minimise "wetted area" for endurance-distance efficiency whilst also encouraging the kind of top-end pace that is required to dominate races.
Your new N1 can also include our innovative new WatchMount; an integrated, recessed, adjustable watch holder for securely mounting your watch in easy view to keep an eye on key stats like HR, cadence, speed, distance and time splits while training or racing.
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Length6.6 meter
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Width550 mm
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Standard BuildCarbon/Kevlar/Fibreglass composite $6740
From $6,740.00 NZD
The Voyager is an ideal touring and adventure racing double kayak for experienced paddlers. Compared to the Touring model, the AR model is stripped back to basics with just two sealed compartments.
The “Greenlander” bow provides dynamic lift when the boat strikes a wave, thus keeping the bow paddler drier and paddling harder. The Humps© allow the stern paddler to keep his or her feet in the normal straight-up orientation allowing a much stronger paddling position and better comfort. The Sidetanks© add strength and stiffness to the Voyager so that it rams “shudderless” through large waves.
The Real hatches keep the two pressure tested compartments dry at all times.
Fully retractable rudder.
In adventure racing conditions the Voyager is extremely well regarded by many of the sports' top competitors.
Some unsolicitored quotes:-
Jeff Mitchell – “You have another good boat there! Quick on the flat water of Lake Coleridge which we were first across after the group started together on the second day. I was in the front of one, really nice to paddle. It felt like a racing boat as it was going so cleanly through the water. Stable, quick, appears really solid, and looks damn good. It is on my shopping list for later!”
Nathan Fa’avae – “Left the JKK boats in our dust”
Steve Gurney – “Three Voyagers went cruising to Ripapa Island two nights ago. A stiff Easterly blew up for our return, so I got out the kite. YEEEEEEEHHHHHHHAAAAR! Ian and I were launching off waves, skipping past the others having the time of our lives! What a blast! Nice boats thanks Gyro (Grahame's nickname), they handle the rough and tumble really well. Lisa and I took it fishing to Motunau Beach. We caught 9 Blue Cod. Lisa and I are just about to out for an hour or so now. That makes it 5 days in a row in the Voyager.”
Jim Davidson – “We love our boats”
Ian Adamson – “The boats went really well, and we did our best to destroy them! John managed to pile into a cliff doing 15 knots on the Rakaia, and only succeeded in making a 10cm crack in the nose! Mike and I went over a 1 metre drop and seesawed for a minute or so over the lip before plunging down into the river. We didn’t notice the boat flex even a mm”