"I chose the Arctic Hawk kit..I thank you for putting a fine boat on the market with such thorough instructions...I am proud to own the fine boat you have created and I get to take credit for the small part I did in assembling the pieces." Len
Kit Boats Now Available
Superior Kayaks now offering our designs as kits.
Kit includes a detailed building manual by Mark Rogers, cut plywood panels, tooling, flush mounting wood hatch assemblies or Beckson hatches (your choice), decklines, shock cords, padeyes, molded fiberglass seat, backstrap, knee & hip padding, stainless steel hardware and footbraces. $799
"I just finished building the Hawk..thank you for providing a way that I could afford to have a top of the line boat and paddle. The building process was fun and very rewarding, and the payoff was better than expected. I am truly addicted and having a wonderful time on the water." Matthew F.
"Your manual is so well done, my appreciation for your knowledge and attention to every detail just grows. Your workmanship and craftsmanship have given me much joy." Bud S.
Build your own plywood kayak from a proven design.
"Thank you very much for sharing your beautiful design..most compare her to fine furniture. I'm a first time builder and I honestly had doubts I could complete the kit but your manual was so good and your pride in craftsmanship and this design were contagious...I'm very proud of the results." Lester C.
Place your kit order now for your next building project. See our building supply page for additional items.
Be sure to check out our paddle kits.
It's a perfect compliment to your traditional kayak.
Kayak Specifications
Sparrow Hawk - 16'6"
Sea Hawk - 17'4"
Arctic Hawk - 18'
Hawk SS - 19'6"
Hawk - 19'2"
Hawk GT - 18'10"
Northern Hawk - 19'
Models
Beam
21-12"
21-3/4"
22"
20-3/8"
21"
22"
23-1/2"
11"
11-1/2"
11-1/2"
10"
11-1/4"
11-1/4"
12-1/4"
Waterline Length
14'6"
15'4"
16'
17'5"
17'3"
17'1"
17'
Weight
38 lbs.
42 lbs.
44 lbs.
43 lbs.
45 lbs.
45 lbs.
46 lbs.
Fore
7-1/4"
7-1/2"
7-7/8"
7-1/8"
7-5/8"
7-5/8"
8-3/8"
Aft
Arctic Hawk kits available through Chesapeake Light Craft include glass and epoxy supplies.
Place your order today. Each kit is custom cut for you by Mark. Want Mark to build your kayak? Check out our custom kayaks.
Since fiberglass and epoxy options are a personal choice, and to keep our kit affordable, we have decided to sell our kit without these readily available items.
Paddler Recommended Height/Weight
Sparrow Hawk
Sea Hawk
Arctic Hawk
Hawk SS
Hawk
Hawk GT
Northern Hawk
5'-5'5" 100-150 lbs.
5'5"-5'9" 130-170 lbs.
5'8"-6' 160-210 lbs.
5'8"-6'2" 160-210 lbs.
5'8"-6'2" 160-220 lbs.
5'8"-6'2" 180-240 lbs.
6' plus 210-250 lbs.
Cockpit Sizes: 16" x 20", 16" x 25" or 16" x 30" (These are internal hole dimensions)
Note: Most of our custom kayaks are built with the 16" x 20" ocean cockpit .
Kit Builder's Photos
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