The light weight of this kayak makes it a joy to
paddle and maneuver. The shallow-arch hull design and narrow beam make
Panache a very responsive kayak with moderate initial stability; because
of the hull's generous flare above the waterline, it has high secondary
stability.
"Tigara (Norm calls his Panache) is a sweet boat,
a tribute to your skill as a designer. She tracks beautifully and carries
a big load..she is very easy to Eskimo roll."
Norm Sanders, Toss Head, NSW, Australia
The cockpit opening is large for easy entry and exit,
allowing knees to be raised from the seated position. In warm weather and
calmer waters, with the spray skirt off, the large cockpit is cool and
comfortable. Generous bulkheaded watertight compartments, fore and aft,
are accessed by large, double gasketed, hard-shell hatch covers.
Underwater, fore and aft edges are protected by skid plates made of a special
abrasion resistant, epoxy impregnated cloth. A finished Panache Starts
at $7600. Contact me for details.
I have a Panache available at my shop to view and paddle
for those who wish to see and feel what this kayak is really like. I charge
$35 an hour to try out boats. If you order a kayak from me this charge
will be refunded.
Building plans
are available. Order plans.