Perception Vista Manufactured in the UK Perception Vista is the biggest and fastest open cockpit doubles in the Perception range being longer that the Kiwi 2 and kiwi 3. What you get with the Vista is an easy to paddle double kayak that can take a good load, tracks well and has a good turn of speed. The raised bow and foredeck give a dryer ride in choppy conditions. The position of both seats is adjustable and the standard perception child seat can be slotted in to either seat.
The Perception Vista is available in two specifications although the hull, seats, footrests and end grabs are identical on both models. The expedition spec Vista has a rear hatch and bulkhead and forward deck elastics. Delivery We offer a delivery service for the Perception Vista to home and work addresses throughout England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland & Ireland. We endeavour to supply all goods ordered within 2-5 working days. We use a 1-2 working day service for the majority of smaller packages & a 3-5 working day delivery service for large items such as Kayaks & Canoes.
Excellent condition Walden Vista Expedition kayak. Regarded as the best performing kayak in its class. It has the stability and performance of a 14-footer in just 12 12 feet, complete with a stern bulkhead and water-resistant hatch to keep your gear dry.
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Delivery times are estimates based on years of experience and we do not offer a guaranteed timed delivery service. Our overnight service works well for the core more densely populated areas of the UK for Clothing and Equipment orders. However more remote less densely populated areas will not be covered by a next day service. Delivery of canoes and kayaks is classed as “ugly freight” because mechanical handling and automatic parcel processing cannot be used, therefore a delivery time of 3-5 working days is more realistic. For remote locations the delivery time will be dependent on the local courier’s ability to onward ship the goods.
Not all areas of the UK are serviced by vehicles that can handle canoes and kayaks. Online orders can be tracked online using the courier’s website – tracking details will be provided. We make every effort to deliver goods within the estimated time scales. The delivery price will be shown in the shopping basket. Collection - Click & Collect Buy a Perception Vista online from our website and collect from our store in Newhaven, East Sussex or from any branch within the Canoe Shops Group. There is no cost associated with this.
Our other stores are:. Brighton Canoes - Newhaven, BN9 0DH. Bournemouth Canoes - Poole, BH16 5BW. Cornwall Canoes - St Columb Road, TR9 6PZ.
Kayaks & Paddles - Plymouth, PL21 9RL. Manchester Canoes - Warrington, WA1 4RX. Norfolk Canoes - Norwich, NR5 0JU. Southampton Canoes - Totton, SO40 3SA We will contact you to arrange collection upon receipt of you order.
Perception Prodigy II Everything written here can be applied to either Perception Prodigy or Vista.Construction, materials and top flight build quality is the same on both models. Open cockpit kayaks are very simple to paddle and there are no “capsize entrapment issues”. The main differences between Vista and Prodigy are length and weight. Vista being longer is therefore a fraction quicker through the water can take slightly lumpier conditions and lug a bit more kit. Speed is a variable and depends on the paddlers abilities and fitness. Two La La paddlers with pasta arms will never be very quick whereas a pair of vein busting Royal Marines will be surprisingly fast. Here Codger and the Panda (aka Fridge Fairy) demonstrate paddling in time - not!
Both models have adjustable foot stops and the position of both seats is also adjustable. With this combination of adjustment It is very rare we are unable to get paddlers comfortable in either of these boats.
Mutts of all sizes feature quite often in Prodigy and Vista paddlers requirements and why not too. When the weather warms up we will take Phil and Ambrose paddling but as you can see from the “Panda Prodigy Video” there are no leaves on the trees (it is still February). The Fridge Fairy is wearing her Panda hat to defeat the cold and it is surprising just how high a Panda’s testicles sit. The Panda Prodigy Video The Vista was designed by Perceptions UK team in Sussex. Launched a few years ago the boat has gone on to be one of the most popular privately owned and rental open cockpit kayaks in Europe.
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Vista is the quickest boat in its class and there isn’t a better boat for open cockpit kayak touring. The Prodigy is the newest addition to the Perception tandem kayak range. Many of you will remember the Kiwi 2 and Kiwi 3 and possibly have paddled them. Prodigy incorporates the styling lines first used on the Perception Expression and adds a real touch of class to the look.
The paddling experience in Prodigy is light years better than that of Kiwi 2 and Kiwi 3 design and manufacture have simply moved on. The size and weight of Prodigy makes it slightly easier to car top and transport than Vista. It is perfect for personal use as well as fleets. The name Prodigy came from the dictionary definition – something marvellous; something very impressive or amazing. This just about sums up how many of us feel about kayaking and canoeing.
Perception Prodigy II 14.5 Perception Vista. Rental or Expedition Outfitting available Vista is available in Rental or Expedition specification, Expedition being an upgrade on Rental. Prodigy is available in Rental or Zone specification Zone being an upgrade on Rental. Final Blurb Prodigy and Vista statistics above show cockpit dimensions are similar. Vista has more bow and stern than Prodigy but at 15’11” is still shorter than many Canadian Canoes. Like the Twin Otter paddlers can often be seen paddling, day dreaming, bird watching, fishing, drifting, dozing on calm peaceful waters – and why not! Signed: Duffer, Codger Erk and the Fridge Fairy The Canoe Shops Group Ltd.