In this kit we've tried to take care of some of the common road blocks so you can relax and focus on the building. Having the coaming done from the beginning takes care of the hardest part of building a skin boat. We custom modify both the backband and footbraces without charging you extra and make key hardware substitutions. Having the toggles, straps, rub strips, and thigh braces on hand can be the difference between going paddling two days after you coat your kayak or waiting another two weeks! Ordering all these products from different suppliers individually, you'd not only have to buy more than you need, you'd have to pay for shipping again and again because almost nothing here is sold by the same supplier. Buy them here, you get everything you need, in one box. Check out the video on our site for a detailed overview!
Kit Options:
HDPE blanks vs. Pre-cut and rounded toggles and rub strips:
Our kits comes standard with toggle stock that are cut to length and chamfered on all 4 edges, leaving you to drill and round the ends, and rub strip blanks ready for rounding off and countersinking. Choose from ivory, white, or black HDPE. Or select Pre-drilled and Rounded toggles and rub strip for an extra $10, available in white HDPE only. Rub strip fasteners are included with both options.
Rear deck rigging: strap & toggles vs. bungee loops:
You have 2 choices for back deck rigging: leather straps and toggles, or . Straps and toggles look more traditional, are stronger, and last longer. Bungee loops are less prone to leaks and allow you to use our kayak catamaran system if building 2 kayaks. Both systems work for a paddle float rescue.
Kit includes:
- (or substitute for back deck strap)
- , 4 oz roll
- , 4 oz roll
- , 1/4 oz tube
- HDPE blanks for and (or substitute pre-made toggles and rub strip)
- Super glue
- Stainless hardware for backband, foot braces and rub strip
- Tie wire for threading deck lines
- or *
*If you would like us to include a dye or pigment pack, add the color packet of your choice to your cart at the same time that you purchase the kit and an automatic discount will be applied for the cost of the dye at checkout. You can see more info on choosing a color here:
Coaming inside width is 16 1/2 inches. Order inside length based on pants inseam not actual inseam. Avoid the temptation to order a longer cockpit than you need, your knee bracing will suffer.
| Coaming Size | Length | Inseam |
| Small | 29.5" | 27"– 29" |
| Medium | 30.5" | 30" – 32" |
| Large | 31.5" | 33" – 35" |
Note: For those trying to save on shipping, we can ship 2 kits, OR a kit and a set of kayak ribs in one kit box. A spray skirt and/or cockpit cover or a bilge pump will also fit in the box. This can save a lot on both international and domestic orders.
