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Wilderness Systems

Artic Hawk| Used Kayak
$1,095

Available at our Main Store • Port Gamble.

Usually ready in 1 hour
The Wilderness Systems Arctic Hawk (often sold as the Arctic Hawk Pro) is an 18-foot composite touring kayak designed by Mark A. Rogers to replicate traditional West Greenland skin-on-frame boats . [1, 2, 3]


Key Specifications
  • Length (LOA): 18'
  • Beam (Width): 22"
  • Weight: Approx. 42–44 lbs (depending on composite lay-up like fiberglass or Kevlar)
  • Maximum Capacity: 300 lbs
  • Ideal Paddler Weight: 160 to 220 lbs
  • Ideal Paddler Height: 5'6" to 6'0"
  • Cockpit Size: 16" x 20" (traditional ocean-style opening)
  • Hull Shape: Shallow V-hull with hard chines [1, 4, 5]
Design & Performance
  • Tracking & Turning: Features a shallow-V and hard chine design that tracks straight while offering quick, responsive turns when the boat is heeled.
  • Construction: Built as a composite (fiberglass/Kevlar) layup, styled after historic Southwest Greenland hunting kayaks. [1, 2]
  • Explore community feedback and detailed owner logs for the Arctic Hawk Pro on Paddling.com.
  • Read a historical design overview and specifications on WoodenBoat.
  • Discuss historical variations on the Paddling.com Forums.</Further Exploration> [1, 2, 6]

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The Artic Hawk| Used Kayak at a Glance

by: Wilderness Systems

Length: 13 ft • Width: 22 in • Weight: 45 lb

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