Special Deals on Boats at our Newton Paddling Store

Free Demos & Price Matching

At Charles River, every day is demo day! Drop by for free demos of any boat we sell. We will also match any advertised price on boats and paddles.
Charles River Canoe & Kayak always has used, cosmetic second, and discounted new boats on sale. Browse our list and come down for a free test-paddle! If you are looking for a boat from these manufacturers which does not appear on this list, we are happy to special-order it.

Specials deals are in red and also show the list price. Boats that are new this year are in orange.

Quantities and styles are limited. Prices and boat availability are subject to change without notice — call us to confirm availability if you are looking for a specific boat. All used and rental boat sales are final.

Boats are for sale at our Newton Boathouse. Get up to 15% off all paddling gear when you buy a boat! Click here for information on boat shipping.


Canoes On Sale

Lincoln
Hidden Pond 14 used 14' L 34" W 15" D KV 44 lbs. $1900 SPECIAL DEAL $800
Used canoe, blue-green, in good condition with many gelcoat scratches. Great deal for this low weight! Wide and stable, this is a great canoe for small families or fishing. Paddle-lite Kevlar layup with wood gunwales. Includes bottle of blue-green gel coat. #9793-T



Native Watercraft unique canoe/kayak hybrids propelled with a kayak paddle
Compass 12.5 Elite new 12'10" L 31" W 10.5" D FG 33 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $999
New boat, sand (tan), at a great price! We're closing out this beautiful and efficient boat. Extremely lightweight canoe-shaped hull designed to be paddled wih a double-bladed paddle. Hull design produces a very fast and efficient boat. Perfect for touring or sporting. Some of the nicest seats we've seen — it's even removable for use as a camp chair! The seat weighs 6 pounds, so when lifting onto your car the actual boat weight is 22 lbs. Fits a wide range of paddler sizes. #4646



Sawyer
Champion KV used 18'6" L 33" W 11.5" D KV 39 lbs. $2200 SPECIAL DEAL $1200
Classic lightweight racing canoe, used, in very good condition. Clear skincoat. Has shoulder pads on center thwart for carrying. Includes two lightweight fiberglass Native paddles. #8690-C



We-no-nah
Jensen USCA AR used 18'6" L 32" W ? D KVU 33 lbs. $2399 SPECIAL DEAL $899
Used tandem racing canoe in fair condition. Kevlar ultralight construction with clear skincoat and wood gunwales. Very fast and very strong tracking. Meets USCA specs for Marathon class. #8501-C


Spirit II used 17' L 35.5" W 14" D KVU 42 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $1999
Used once, with many scratches and scuffs. #SPI-6884-M




Materials Used in Canoe Construction
AL = Aluminum; FG = Fiberglass; KV = Kevlar; KVU = Kevlar with Ultralight Core; KVEXP = Expedition-Weight Kevlar ; PEFG = Polyester/Fiberglass composite; PL = Polyethylene; RX = Royalex; TF = Tuf-Weave (50% polyester/50% fiberglass cloth); VL = Vinyl; WD = Wood




Kayaks On Sale

Current Designs
Suka like new, with skeg 16'6" L 21" W FG 46 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $2299
Like-new demo boat, mango. Pronounced "Soo-ka." A scaled-down version of the Caribou S for the small-to-medium paddler. Retractable skeg; bulkheaded front, rear, and day hatches; full deck outfitting. Amazingly light, even in fiberglass! #4650


Storm new, w/ rudder 17' L 24" W PL 62 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $899
New, pre-2007 model. A ruddered sea kayak for the medium/large-to-XL paddler. Stable and rugged, this kayak will fit you and your stuff and provide a predictable ride. Bulkheaded bow and stern hatches, and full deck rigging. Redesigned with better KajakSport hatch covers.


Storm used, w/ rudder 17' L 24" W PL 62 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $699
Used rental sea kayak, red. A ruddered sea kayak for the medium/large-to-XL paddler. Stable and rugged, this kayak will fit you and your stuff and provide a predictable ride. Bulkheaded bow and stern hatches, and full deck rigging. Redesigned with better KajakSport hatch covers. #8701-T


Nomad/Extreme w/ rud., used 18'10" L 21.25" W FG 51 lbs. $2899 SPECIAL DEAL $1599
Used, in good condition. Yellow. A super-fast boat with plenty of storage space, this kayak is made to be loaded and taken on trips, but works equally well as a fast day-touring boat. Only 51 lbs. in fiberglass. Some scratches in hull, but otherwise in beautiful shape. Demos at the boathouse can be easily arranged; contact Dan at (617) 417-3610.



Dagger
Magellan w/ rud., used 16'6" L 22.5" W PL 60 lbs. $1599 SPECIAL DEAL $749
Used sea kayak, red, in good condition. Very maneuverable plastic sea kayak. Bulkheaded front and rear hatches, recessed deck fittings, and full deck rigging. For a medium-to-large paddler. #9966-C


Freefall LT used 9'5" L 24.25" W PL 40 lbs. $945 SPECIAL DEAL $399
Used whitewater kayak. Designed for creeking, the Freefall has plenty of stability and volume. Fits paddlers weighing 130-195 lbs. #4512



Englehart Products
Epitike 1000 used 9'2" L 18.5" W PL 25 lbs. $499 SPECIAL DEAL $199
A rockered whitewater kayak for kids, in very good condition, grey. Extremely maneuverable, but is not designed to track straight. No footpegs. Manufacturer recommends paddler weight 70-100lbs. Comes with float bags, water shoes, and paddle. #8496-C



Epic
GPX new 12'11" L 25" W FG 37 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $1199
New recreational kayak, yellow, fiberglass "value" layup. Very light at a super price! Constructed of very light composite materials, the GPX is the lightest recreational kayak available. You'll love the ease of transport, stability, and efficiency in the water. A true joy to paddle, the boat also boasts a long life span due to the stiffness of its component materials. Fits a wide range of paddler sizes. #4479


Legacy K-1 XXL like new 17' L 16" W NX 21 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $2895
Like new boat with minor chip on cockpit rim, white, with understern rudder. Ultra layup. Designed by Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Barton and world-renowned designer Ted Van Dusen, the Legacy is a blazing fast ICF racing kayak. Size XXL optimized for paddler 187 to 229 lbs. #9987-C


V10L "demo" 21'4" L 17.1" W CP 32 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $2155
Demo boat with light scratches. Designed by World Ocean Champion Oscar Chalupsky and Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Barton, the V10L is a super-fast ocean racing boat. Excels in upwind or downwind surfing conditions. High-capacity Venturi drain keeps water out. The fully adjustable footbrace with self adjusting pedals on the V10L will accommodate paddlers from 4'1" to 6'3" in height. V10L has a lower front deck for decreased windage and a seat position ideal for smaller paddlers. #4823


V10L new 20' L 19" W CP 32 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $2275
Slightly scratched new boat. Designed by World Ocean Champion Oscar Chalupsky and Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Barton, the V10L is a super-fast ocean racing boat. Excels in upwind or downwind surfing conditions. High-capacity Venturi drain keeps water out. The fully adjustable footbrace with self adjusting pedals on the V10L will accommodate paddlers from 4'1" to 6'3" in height. V10L has a lower front deck for decreased windage and a seat position ideal for smaller paddlers. #4822


V10 Sport blem 20' L 19" W FG 39 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $1799
New surf ski with light scratches, in excellent condition. Fiberglass "Value" layup. A wider, more stable version of the V10. Accommodates paddlers from 5'0" to 6'7" in height. #4490.



Heritage
Stingray 14 used 14' L 28" W PL 52 lbs. $799 SPECIAL DEAL $549
Used recreational kayak, sand (tan), in good-to-very-good condition. This stable kayak is great for general paddling or fishing. One of the best seats on the market is high-back and comfortable. Bow and stern deck bungees, paddle park, and rear bulkheaded storage hatch. #5276


Featherlite 12 used 12'1" L 30" W PL 49 lbs. $638 SPECIAL DEAL $439
Used recreational kayak, sand (tan), in good-to-very-good condition. This inexpensive, stable kayak is great for recreational kayakers looking for a first boat! One of the best seats on the market is high-back and comfortable. Bow and stern deck bungees, paddle park, and rear bulkheaded storage hatch. #5277



Impex
Diamante used, w/ skeg 16'6" L 22.5" W FG 55 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $1399
Used sea kayak, blue, in good condition. Now called the Susquahanna, the Diamante is Impex's maneuverable playboat for those sea kayakers who love surf and rock gardens. Stable, yet very easy to lean, this boat has lots of rocker and turns even better when leaned. Skeg enhances tracking when needed. Great in bad conditions. Bulkheaded front, rear, and day hatches (hatches are the old-style fiberglass hatches); full deck outfitting. For the medium-to-large paddler. #9803-T


Lincoln
Two Lites with rudder 16'9" L 29" W CP 50 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $2620
Used tandem sea kayak, green, in the Paddle-Lite layup. The boat has a repair near the bow, and is in good condition with many scratches. An extremely lightweight two-cockpit tandem kayak for light touring. Stable and quick through the water. Rudder improves tracking and steering in wind. Front and rear bulkheaded hatches, deck bungees. Fits a wide range of paddler sizes. #9960-C


Native Watercraft
Ultimate 12 used, w/ skeg 12'1" L 30" W PL 57 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $499
Used canoe/kayak hybrid, red, in good-to-very-good condition. Innovative canoe/kayak hybrid perfect for touring or sporting. Unique "tunnel hull" looks like a catamaran and provides enough stability to stand-cast. Some of the nicest seats we've seen — it's even removable for use as a camp chair! The seat weighs 7 pounds, so when lifting onto your car the actual boat weight is 48 lbs. #5275


Ultimate 12 Elite new, w/ skeg 12'1" L 30" W FG 50 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $1399
New boat, sand (tan), at a great price! Innovative canoe/kayak hybrid perfect for touring or sporting. Unique "tunnel hull" looks like a catamaran and provides enough stability to stand-cast. Some of the nicest seats we've seen — it's even removable for use as a camp chair! "Elite" fiberglass version is stiffer and lighter, resulting in significantly improved ride and efficiency. The seat weighs 7 pounds, so when lifting onto your car the actual boat weight is 43 lbs. Fits a wide range of paddler sizes. #ULT-8606-M


Ultimate 14.5 Solo used 14'8" L 29" W PL 65 lbs. $979 SPECIAL DEAL $665
Used recreational canoe/kayak hybrid, red, in good-to-very-good condition. Innovative canoe/kayak hybrid perfect for touring or sporting. Unique "tunnel hull" looks like a catamaran and provides enough stability to stand-cast. Some of the nicest seats we've seen — it's even removable for use as a camp chair! The seat weighs 6 pounds, so when lifting onto your car the actual boat weight is 59 lbs. Optional rudder improves tracking in wind and waves. Angler version includes three Scotty rod-holder mounts, anchor kit, and anchor trolley system. Cannot be converted to a tandem. Fits a wide range of paddler sizes. #5262


Ultimate 16 used 16'1" L 31" W PL 80 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $825
Used tandem canoe/kayak hybrid, red or sand (tan), in good-to-very-good condition. Largest member of the Ultimate family offers more room for paddlers and gear, plus more speed. Optional rudder improves tracking in wind and waves. Each seat weighs 6 pounds, so when lifting onto your car the actual boat weight is 68 lbs. Fits a wide range of paddler sizes, and is better than the 14.5 for larger paddlers. #5272 (red)/#5261 (sand)


Compass 12.5 Elite new 12'10" L 31" W FG 33 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $999
New boat, sand (tan), at a great price! We're closing out this beautiful and efficient boat. Extremely lightweight canoe-shaped hull designed to be paddled wih a double-bladed paddle. Hull design produces a very fast and efficient boat. Perfect for touring or sporting. Some of the nicest seats we've seen — it's even removable for use as a camp chair! The seat weighs 6 pounds, so when lifting onto your car the actual boat weight is 22 lbs. Fits a wide range of paddler sizes. #4646


Manta Ray 14 w/ rud., new 14' L 30" W PL 62 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $949
Closeout deal on a 2007 model branded as "Liquid Logic." Some scratches. Sit-on-top kayak that can be outfitted for fishing. The most comfy sit-on-top seat we've seen, combined with great performance! Outfitted with large bow hatch, foot braces, deck rigging, side carrying handles, milk-crate recess, tank well, and recessed beverage and accessory trays. #MAN-7107-M


Marvel 10 used 10'2" L 31" W PL 40 lbs. $729 SPECIAL DEAL $499
Used recreational kayak, gold, in good-to-very-good condition. A stable boat with a large cockpit opening and a wonderfully comfy seat, this boat is perfect for recreational paddling or for fishing! Seat can be removed easily, so the actual weight lifting onto your car is 34 lbs. Bow and stern deck bungees, paddle park, and rear bulkheaded storage hatch. #5273


Marvel 12 used 12'2" L 30" W PL 51 lbs. $879 SPECIAL DEAL $599
Used recreational kayak, white, in good-to-very-good condition. A stable boat with a large cockpit opening and a wonderfully comfy seat, this boat is perfect for recreational paddling or for fishing! Two feet longer than the Marvel 10 improves tracking and speed. Seat can be removed easily, so the actual weight lifting onto your car is 45 lbs. Bow and stern deck bungees, paddle park, and rear bulkheaded storage hatch. #5274


Marvel 14.5 Solo used 14'7" L 30" W PL 55 lbs. $949 SPECIAL DEAL $615
Used recreational kayak, mango or gold, in good-to-very-good condition. A stable boat with a very large cockpit opening and a wonderfully comfy seat, this boat is perfect for recreational paddling and offers plenty of room for fishing! Seat can be removed easily, so the actual weight lifting onto your car is 49 lbs. Bow and stern deck bungees, paddle park, and rear bulkheaded storage hatch. #5271 (mango)/#5260 (gold)



Nautiraid
Grand Raid II 520 Exp. used 17' L 29" W 79 lbs. $4900 SPECIAL DEAL $1499
Used folding tandem kayak, 1984 model, red, in good condition. Expedition-grade folding kayak that's super-stable and able to carry lots of gear. Can be converted to a single-seater and paddled solo. Can be used with a small motor or sail. Learn more at Nautiraid.com. #8743-C



Necky
Manitou 13 Comp. new 12'11" L 24.75" W FG 31 lbs. $1999 SPECIAL DEAL $1499
Closeout 2007 models! One of the sportiest recreational kayaks available. Stable and quite maneuverable, yet speedy. Cockpit can fit snugly or with knees loose. With bulkheaded rear hatch, deck bungees, and a comfortable, very adjustable seat. Fits a variety of paddler sizes. Composite version offers the stiffness and improved performance of a composite hull, and weighs 14 lbs. less than plastic. You just can't beat 31 lbs. at this price!


Manitou 14 Comp. new, w/skeg 14'4" L 24" W FG 39 lbs. $2349 SPECIAL DEAL $1799
Closeout 2007 models! Take the features of the plastic Manitou 14 (a stable light-touring kayak fully outfitted for ocean paddling, including a skeg), add the stiffness and improved performance of a composite hull, and lose 10 lbs., and you've got this boat. You just can't beat this price!


Eliza with skeg, new 15'4" L 22" W FG 40 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $1999
Closeout 2007 Fiberglass Models! By using enamel paint instead of gel coat they saved 6-8 lbs. You can't beat a 40lb. boat, with the stiffness and performance of fiberglass, at this price! The first sea kayak designed specifically for petite to medium-framed females, and one of the lightest polyethylene sea kayaks available. Skeg improves tracking in windy and wavy conditions. Bulkheaded front and rear hatches; full deck outfitting.

Elaho w/ rudder, rental 16'4" L 22.5" W PL 61 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $699
Used rental sea kayak. Plenty of rocker for maneuverability, but tracks well when you put down the rudder. Multi-chine "diamond" hull provides good secondary stability (easy to lean). Bulkheaded front, rear, and day hatches; full deck outfitting. For the small-to-medium paddler. #3599


Elaho Carbon w/ rudder 16'4" L 22.5" W CB 48 lbs. $3699 SPECIAL DEAL $2399
Discontinued Advanced Carbon Composite model. All the features of the Elaho at only 48 lbs. Plenty of rocker for maneuverability, but tracks well when you put down the rudder. Multi-chine "diamond" hull provides good secondary stability (easy to lean). Bulkheaded front, rear, and day hatches; full deck outfitting. For the small-to-medium paddler. #ELA-4352-M (white).

Elaho HV w/ rudder, used rental 17' L 22.5" W CB 51 lbs. $3699 SPECIAL DEAL $1799
Used rental sea kayak in advanced composite carbon construction. Same hull shape as the Elaho, but with a higher deck for more legroom and storage space. For the medium-to-large paddler. #2121


Eskia w/ rud., rental 16' L 25" W PL 59 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $699
Used rental sea kayak. A very wide, stable sea kayak. For someone who wants the stability of a recreational kayak with the ability to take it on the ocean. Lots of rocker, so it's very maneuverable; put down the rudder, and it tracks well. Bulkheaded front and rear hatches; full deck outfitting. For the larger paddler. #3128



Ocean Kayak
Yak Board new 8' L 30" W PL 40 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $295
New 2007 model, Sunrise, with scratch on top of bow. A small, lightweight kayak for the small-to-medium paddler. Stable yet very maneuverable. Molded seat well. #YAK-5862-M


Caper Pro w/ hatch, new 11' L 31" W PL 45 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $579
New 2007 model, red, with some scratches and scuffs. A lightweight boat stable enough to accommodate a larger paddler yet nimble enough to be easily paddled by a smaller one. We stock the Caper Pro which includes a hatch. #CAP-4257-M


Prowler 13 w/ rud., new 13'4" L 28" W PL 54 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $919
2007 model, yellow, with scratches and scuffs. #PRO-5982-M


Prowler 13 Angler w/ rud., new 13'4" L 28" W PL 58 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $959
2006 model, yellow, with scratches and scuffs. The Prowler Angler series are super-stable boats fully outfitted with large bow and day hatches, deck rigging, side carrying handles, tank well, and a basic seat back, plus Angler amenities like two flush-mounted rod holders, fish-finder mount, paddle holder, small tackle box, and rudder. Fits a wide range of paddler sizes. #PRO-6140-M


Prowler 15 Angler w/ rud., new 15'5" L 28.5" W PL 60 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $1119
2006 model, yellow, a bit dirty. Two feet longer than the Prowler 13 for additional speed, tracking, and handling in waves. Fits a wide range of paddler sizes. #PRO-7112-M



P&H/Venture Kayaks
Vela with skeg, used rental 15'8" L 21.25" W CKV 47 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $2099
Used rental sea kayak, red. This Greenland-style, hard-chine boat is easy to lean and very maneuverable, lively, and quick. Bulkheaded front, rear, and day hatches; full deck outfitting. For an intermediate-to-advanced, smaller paddler. #VEL-5625-M


Easky 13 new, with rudder 13'7" L 26.5" W PL 46 lbs. $1049 SPECIAL DEAL $699
New boats with light scratches, yellow or red. Smaller cousin of the Easky 15 for the small-to-medium paddler. Rudder greatly improves tracking, steering, and handling in wind and waves. #4215


Easky 15 new, with skeg 15' L 23.5" W PL 50 lbs. $1099 SPECIAL DEAL $749
New boat with light scratches, blue. A stable light-touring kayak with nicely adjustable cockpit fitting. Skeg greatly improves tracking and handling in wind and waves. Fits a medium-to-large paddler. #3629



Perception
Eclipse 16 new, w/ rudder 16'3" L 22.75" W PL 62 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $1299
Closeout deal on new sea kayak, yellow. A solid sea kayak with plenty of initial stability, decent secondary stability, and a rudder. Cockpit fits snugly. Bulkheaded front and rear hatches; full deck outfitting. Fits the small-to-medium paddler. #ECL-4084-M


Shadow 16.5 used, w/ rud. 16'8" L 22.25" W PL 63 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $699
Used rental sea kayak. A solid sea kayak with good tracking, the ability to edge-turn, and plenty of storage. For small-to-medium paddlers. #4929 or #9798-T


Eclipse 17 new, w/ rudder 17'2" L 23.25" W PL 68 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $1299
Closeout deal on new sea kayak, yellow. A solid sea kayak with plenty of initial stability, decent secondary stability, and a rudder. Cockpit fits snugly. Bulkheaded front and rear hatches; full deck outfitting. Fits the medium-to-large paddler. #ECL-4081-M


Eclipse 17 used, w/ rud. 17'2" L 23.25" W PL 68 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $975
Used rental sea kayak. A solid sea kayak with plenty of initial stability, decent secondary stability, and a rudder. Cockpit fits snugly. Bulkheaded front and rear hatches; full deck outfitting. Fits the medium-to-large paddler. #3038


Aurora Expedition rental 15'8" L 32" W PL 96 lbs. $799 SPECIAL DEAL $399
Used rental recreational tandem kayak with one cockpit. Very stable. Sturdy, high-back seats can be easily moved, and can be positioned for solo paddling. Bulkheaded rear hatch. Fits paddlers of almost any size, and can accommodate a small child in an optional middle seat. #2737



Think Kayaks
Evo Elite blem 20'6" L 19" W KV 27 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $2775
Cosmetic second surf ski, yellow, with scratches and a finish repair. Kevlar "Elite" version. #5253



Wilderness Systems
Piccolo used rental 13'6" L 21" W PL 42 lbs. $749 SPECIAL DEAL $299
Used rental kid's kayak. The Piccolo was designed as a touring kayak for little folks. It's one of the best-performing kid's boats we've found. Fits paddlers weighing approx. 60-100 lbs. and under 5' tall. #4719.


Cape Horn 15 w/ rud., used 15'5" L 24" W PL 63 lbs. $1250 SPECIAL DEAL $799
Used light-touring kayak, with rudder, in very good condition. Stable and strong-tracking. Full deck outfitting; bow and stern hatches with small day hatch opening. Rudder improves tracking in wind and waves. Phase 3 seating is very comfortable and adjustable. Fits a small-to-medium paddler. #9165-T


Northstar with rudder 18'6" L 29" W PL 94 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $1249
Used tandem sea kayak, mango, in good condition. An oceangoing tandem sea kayak with two cockpits. Front and rear bulkheaded hatches and full deck outfitting. Plenty of storage space for light overnight trips. Great stability; easy tracking and maneuvering using the rudder steered by rear cockpit's footpegs. Fits a wide range of paddler sizes. #9891-T

Tarpon 120 w/ rud., new 12' L 28" W PL 62 lbs. SPECIAL DEAL $879
2006 model, mango, with a few scratches. The Tarpon series are super-stable sit-on-tops fully outfitted with large bow and day hatches, foot braces, deck rigging, side carrying handles, tank well, and a solid seat back. The rudder greatly increases tracking and performance in wind and waves. Fits a wide range of paddler sizes. #TAR-6331-M





Materials Used in Kayak Construction
CB = Carbon; CL = "Carbonlite" Thermoformed Plastic; CKV = Carbon/Kevlar composite; CP = Composite (mixture of Fiberglass, Kevlar, and/or Carbon); DUR = "Duralite" Polyethylene; FG = Fiberglass; KV = Kevlar; NX = Nomex composite; PL = Rotomolded Polyethylene; SNR = synthetic and natural Rubber; SPVC = woven synthetic fabric coated with PVC; TRL = "Trylon" Thermoformed Plastic; TCS = "Thermoformed Composite System" Plastic

To learn more about these materials, visit our How to Choose a Kayak Guide.



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