Medium Volume Plus

A raised deck provides additional depth and storage capacity while the sculpted foredeck affords considerably more legroom.

Symmetrical Form

The widest section is at the center of the boat and at the center of the cockpit providing exceptional balance and maneuverability.

Dynamic Hull Shape

Combining a firm chine, a vee shape, and a flattened midsection, the hull provides superior handling and effortless tracking.

Low Back Deck

Whether practicing rolls or self-rescues, the unobtrusive coaming and low back deck will aid in all back deck pursuits.

The hull configuration gives high forward speed due to its long waterline length. It maintains a high level of directional stability when moving while the flatter center section and chined sections provide increased maneuverability and allow for tighter turns. The rounded sections of the hull give a cushioning effect in waves while the chined section aids in surfing and maximizes top speed in downwind situations.

The Alaw is designed to have neutral directional stability in most wind conditions and requires minimal use of the signature tensioned skeg. The bow has a well-designed shape and volume to maintain a dry ride through the choppiest of conditions. The forward buoyancy is nicely balanced with a pronounced stern to give a gentle ride over large, steep waves and allow for big wave surfing without burying the nose. The Alaw accelerates into, catches, and holds waves with ease. It is adept at top-turns and incredibly forgiving in rough conditions.

The fullness of the center section gives confident and predictable edging with a high level of stability. As the boat is leaned, the stern progressively lifts from the water making the turn quicker and easier to perform. This, combined with the firm chines, results in a smooth and fast turning boat.

The Alaw has a unique and distinctive deck shape, which sets it apart from other sea kayaks. This was designed primarily to improve cockpit ergonomics. The comfortable seating position is built around an elevated knee position that aligns the legs and feet in a comfortable paddling position. This stance also allows for better paddling technique, bringing the legs further into play and encourages the paddler to rotate more to give a stronger, more efficient paddling stroke.

The Alaw is fitted with the signature Rockpool adjustable plate footplate. Angled slightly away from the paddler, this plate affords for a wide range of neutral ankle positions while allowing the paddler to fine tune their preferred leg configuration. The lower cockpit rim gives a more snug fit for the medium to large sized paddler and provides excellent feedback, and precise handling. This, paired with an adjustable saddle and backband, affords the paddler a unique and customizable cockpit for a more efficient paddling posture.

The combination of padded backrest and molded GRP adjustable seats make the Alaw an ideal kayak for extended use. Both the adjustable seat and footplate are mounted on internally glassed-in hardware. The lack of drilled holes relieves the cockpit rim and deck of unnecessary stress and provides a variable seat position. The foam hip pads, located within neoprene pockets, may be foam shimmed to fine tune a paddler’s hip connection. The backrest integrates with the seat to prevent it from collapsing while re-entering. All flat-tab deck line fittings are set flush to present a streamlined look and to make rescue drills more fluid. Internally tethered Kajaksport hatch covers come standard.

Standard Layup: $4400.00

Weight: 55lb

Hand-laid construction
Polyester resin matrix
Fiberglass cloth hull
Chopped strand mat deck

The standard layup gives a robust and hard-wearing kayak at the lowest cost.

Premier Layup: $6000.00

Weight: 42lb

Vacuum bag construction
Epoxy resin
Carbon/Kevlar fabric
Spheretex flush-laid reinforcing keel and ribs

The Premier layup provides the greatest amount of weight reduction.  This construction provides an ease of handling on and off the water as well as a significantly increased hull speed.

Carbon fiber coaming | $160

Carbon fiber seat | $160

KeelEazy Keel strip | $160

Reinforcements for sail kit | $150

Custom bulkhead location | $140

Extra Deck/Hull Color (per color) | $140

3-Piece Construction | $1200