[Andrea Kovits]

Hi Selena,

On April 1st, 2025 I visited Steve of Nimbus on Quadra Island and asked about hatch covers. He says he needs to find a new source for his neoprene to make the hatch covers. He was uncertain where and when he would find the small amounts he needs, or at what cost. He has someone who makes the covers but does not work at it on a regular basis. Steve now makes about 20 kayaks a year, so it is not a high volume operation. Although he did say he gets quite a few requests for new hatch covers.

Steve was unable to provide a date when he’ll have new hatch covers available. If yours are leaking, you might be better off sourcing them from Topline or Brooks.

Andrea