The Alaw Bach is a high performance touring sea kayak with a slightly smaller cockpit than the Alaw. The snug fitting heyhole cockpit is 2” lower at the front and 1.5” at the back, giving increased comfort and control for medium size paddlers, but keeping the same hull, hatches and carrying capacity.

The hull configuration gives high forward speed due to its long waterline relative to the overall length. When upright the hull tracks in a straight line even when coasting, and has been balanced to give neutral directional stability in windy conditions. The bow and stern have shape and volume to shed water in choppy and rough conditions, without excessive slamming characteristics when dropping into wave troughs. The underwater section of the hull changes character, from Vee’d at the entry point of the bow, rounded through the front section, soft chined under the cockpit, rounded under the stern compartments to a defined built-in skeg section at the stern. The rounded sections of the hull give a cushioning effect in waves while the chined section aids surfing and maximises top speed in downwind situations.

The Alaw Bach's deck shape is a less pronounced version of that of the Alaw. The deck shape serves two major features: first, cockpit ergonomics and, second, water shedding. The comfortable seating position is arranged around a relatively elevated knee position which allows the thigh and foot to be aligned. This relieves stress from all the leg joints, especially the outer knee ligaments and ankle. The combination of padded backrest and choice of seat widths makes the Alaw Bach, like is bigger brother the Alaw, a most comfortable kayak for extended use.

• Fibreglass and rubber seat with foam hip pads
• Decklines
• Hatch covers

The Alaw Bach is available in any colour combination. Custom graphics and sparkling glitter effects are applied by spraygun and make for a truly individual kayak. Click here to see the colours available (opens in new window).

The best way to decide which kayak suits you is to try them out on the water. Click here for details of forthcoming dates or email sales@karitek.co.uk.

All Rockpool kayaks are made to order to your chosen specification. To order your custom made boat just give us a call on 01292 571019 or email us with your requirements.