For Sale: Composite Necky Eliza – $1500.00

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  • #24193
    Richard Magill
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    With the exception of a few small surface scratches (amazingly few for its age) this boat is in excellent shape.  The seat, deck bungies, and perimeter lines are all in great shape.  The hatch covers are brand new aftermarket covers, which IMO, are a far better quality than the Valley hatches these boats originally came with.

     

    Specs:

    Length – 4.7m (15’3″)

    Beam – 53.3 cm (21″)

    Weight: approximately 21kg (47lbs)

    Cockpit Dimensions: 47.4cmX38.1cm (28.5″X15″).

    Comes with a Brooks neoprene skirt in good condition, and I’ll even throw in an old set of Thule Hullavitors for free but don’t get your hopes up too much.  They do work, but admittedly, they are in pretty bad shape.  Should last you at least another season, though.

    This boat is designed for lighter paddlers with a smaller build.  Recommended paddler weight for this boat is under 160lbs but she paddles best for paddlers well under that weight. It was marketed as being specifically designed for women, but I’ve seen quite a few smaller, lighter men and teens paddling them.

    It is of a Brit-boat design, with a lower back deck making it easier for reentries and back deck manoeuvres, such as lay-back rolls.  Her well defined chines and moderate rocker make it easy to manoeuvre and her well defined keel and skeg make excellent at tracking with surprisingly high hull speed for a 15 ft boat.  I’m told by many that she’s a true joy to paddle (unfortunately I’m a little heavy to try her out for myself).  And, she has both good initial and secondary stability for a 21″ wide boat.

    This is truly a boat both for beginners to feel comfortable in, and for more advanced paddlers to grow their skills in.

    If you are in the Port Hardy area, feel free to DM me to test paddle this boat.  Delivery arrangements might be possible to the mid island region for an extra fee.  Or, I’m headed to Ucluelet from October 4th-9th if you’d be interested in me dropping it off somewhere along the way (or the way back).

    Please note:  The NDK Explorer in these pics is not for sale.

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  • #24398
    Richard Magill

    Sold

    #24312
    Richard Magill

    Hi Lindi,

    Awesome!  I’m not sure of the class schedule, but the class doesn’t start until the morning of the 5th.  I’ll be arriving in Ucluelet mid afternoon or early evening on the 4th (can get there as early as 2 or so if necessary).  I could meet you at a put in of your choice in Uki or Tofino on the 4th, but if the 4th doesn’t work for you, I could probably make an evening in Uki later that week work as well.  The other option is that you come by and pick it up at my campsite sometime between the 5th through the 8th and take it for test paddle.   You can either drop it back off at my campsite or come by that evening to pay for it (or e-transfer the money).  I’ll be staying in the Surf Junction campground (site 1A).  My number is 236.586.5309.

    #24311
    Lindi Rae

    Hi Richard,

    Sorry for the delay…I mistakenly replied to the email instead of the forum, and was waiting for your response . If it’s not too late, yes, I was still hoping to arrange to meet you in Ucluelet. Can you let me know if that will still work and what day would be best to meet.

    Thanks,

    Lindi

     

    #24281
    Richard Magill

    Hi Henry,

     

    Yes it’s still available.  A few bites, but nothing firm yet.  236.586.5309.

    #24280
    Henry Wilsenack

    Following… And interested if available. \Henry

    #24278
    Richard Magill

    Hi Lindi,

    Just checking to see if you’re still thinking about meeting me in Ucluelet sometime between October 4th-9th.

     

    Thx.

    #24226
    Richard Magill

    It is indeed 236.586.5309.

     

    #24225
    Lindi Rae

    Hi Richard,

    I’m back from my trip. Is the kayak still available?

    Lindi

    #24198
    Richard Magill

    Hi Lindi,

    Sounds good.  Ya the Arluk III is a great expedition boat but it’s a bit of a barge.  Might be good for you on an 30+ day expedition.  I’m betting you’ll love the Eliza for day paddles and shorter trips.  I look forward to hearing from you when you get back.  There was a lady in Ucluelet thinking about it, but she wanted me to wait till I head her way in October.  I agreed to if she would put a deposit on it, but she hasn’t done that yet.  For now she’s still available.

    #24197
    Lindi Rae

    Hi Richard,

    I would be interested in trying this kayak. I am a small female and I am looking for a better fitting kayak. I have a Necky Arluk 3, which I like, but it is a bit big for me.
    I am going away for 10 days so I wouldn’t be able to try it until I get back. I’ll check back here when I return to see if it is still available.

    Thank you,

    Lindi Rae

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