Valley Avocet LV for sale. Hi, I am selling my valley avocet LV fibreglass kayak. It's fast and nimble, equally at home on a journey or in surf. In accordance . Makes for much longer and controlled rides. length 15'11'' width 21". Attractive purple color. I come out of whitewater so I demand a great deal of responsiveness from a boat and this fits the bill. The sixteen-foot hull is one of the fastest in its class but as the saying goes, speed is nothing without control. I've seen several other rotomolded Avocets and they aren't as nice looking as my boat. I purchased my Avocet (glass) in February and have been quite pleased with it. It is 15'11" in length, 20.5" wide and 45 pounds. The Operator is one of the nine NPCs introduced in the AlchemistNPC mod. The cable replacement went easily, though I did have to borrow a special cable cutter from the local hardware store in order to cut the cable without shredding the strands of wire. This townhouse was built in 1995 and last sold on for. This is the oval replacement hatch cover for Valley Sea Kayaks. The boat rolls incredibly well done n all conditions. Valley kayak for sale Anas acuta classic: 450.00 | Valley aquanaut sea: 750.00 | Valley kayak round: 29.69 | #For-sale.co.uk. Plastic day boat with 2 oval hatches and 1 round day hatch behind seat, compass recess and retractable skeg. . Beds. Overall a great boat. This boat is a 2008 with a built-in compass and a fiberglass keel strip. Day two saw lots of chop and a ripping tide. Valley Avocet LV I just tried out an Avocet LV this afternoon for the first time. 1,868 Sq. Below are all possible answers to this clue ordered by its rank. Contact Info. Only flaw is when paddling backwards; it tends to veer to the right when going backwards. It was well balanced in the wind, especially with the retractable skeg deployed. Generally, a great boat. I've had my boat for four years now, and I still get compliments from people who like both the design and the granite color of my Avocet. For sale: valley Gemini st (blue) by Murphydog1 Sat Oct 22, 2022 9:44 am. May 28th - 30th, 2022 I just love the way this kayak responds to every paddle input that you give to it. But you wont outgrow it, either. To get the fastest turn around, place a new order online and then return the unwated item. Price . I recently purchased this poly kayak after trying and renting other brands and models of kayaks. There is a compass mounted on the bow and a useful towing/security eye on the stern. It has adjustable foot rests and also comes with a removable foam bulkhead. Like the regular Avocet it was developed from the popular Pintail but improved to provide better tracking and more forgiveness yet retaining it's original lively handling. Like a fine European auto maker, VCP is always vying for the next tweak to even better establish their name as the penultimate brand in sea kayaking. My polyethylene Avocet and I have learned together, and I have often thanked the boat for teaching me another lesson on the waters of Lake Michigan. I am 510, at 180lbs, the boat fits like a glove. Sea Kayak - Valley Avocet. D: 11.5 in The Avocet has a handy day hatch that's easy to access while on the water. The Dacotah plan features 3 beds on the upper level plus a loft, upper lev. Edging is predictable and even extreme. Nearly-new condition (the fibreglass still smells new in the hatches!). 24kg Buyer to collect or arrange own courier. It's a fast and effortless boat to paddle, and glides along well between strokes. I like the boat so well I am buying a plastic version for my son. Nice people. That's what I have a Nordkapp for and the Avocet complements Nordy extremely well. I take it on Class 2 river runs and she handles like a dream. The plastic model has a foam seat, so I may switch out for that. Otherwise, she is solidly constructed and has survived me dropping her from the car roof to pavement (more than once; yes, I apologized). I have removed the bungies on the end toggles and lengthened them so they go over the ends of the boat. Valley Avocet (plastic) for sale, $600. 3 Baths. For a truly traditional Greenland style boat with loads of rocker, one could consider the Valley Anas Acuta, but with its tight ocean cockpit, its availability only in composite (not roto), and its even more generous rocker than the Avocet, it is a specialty boat and thus I did not choose to purchase the Anas Acuta. SOUTH WALES AREA. I should say at the outset that I put on about 15 pounds from the time I ordered the boat, so my current weight (195) probably abuses the handling potential some. When it sits on the ground both the bow and stern rise in the air. the general handling is about the same but with a stiffer faster feel, the cockpit has better thigh grips than the RM version. We also offer nationwide delivery. Ideally suited to small paddlers, the Avocet is compact without compromising performance. I think for a intermittent or advance paddler who is fit would adore this boat. Can't wait to rock garden with this boat! Join Outside+ to get Outside magazine, access to exclusive content, 1,000s of training plans, and more. Read reviews for the Avocet by Valley Sea Kayaks as submitted by your fellow paddlers. The Hoffackers were owners of the highly-regarded Northern California bicycle shop Palo Alto Bicycles. 14ft boat,motor,trailer $3,000 (interlachen) $16,591 Jan 14 2022 Sea-Doo RXT-X 300 Premium Triple Black $16,591 (RideNow, FL) $16,799 Jan 14 2022 Sea-Doo RXP-X 300 iBR & Audio Premium Triple Black $16,799 (RideNow, FL) $5,500 Jan 13 Kawasaki Jet SKI ZXI 1100 $5,500 (Ocala) $6,230 Jan 13 Spectacular Fishing Boat $6,230 (Gainesville) $6,000 It has great speed for a poly kayak; very maneuverable. 1000 O.N.O. In general, my experience mirrors that of the other reviewers who liked this boat. Bought a used RM Avocet from about 2000 after many demos at a dealer (I felt bad going to craigslist after all that, but hey, it was less than half the price). They are all compromises of one kind or another. The skeg works good as new, and I haven't had any problems. We think the likely answer to this clue is TERNS. 25 watching. other terrific new Valley boat, the Qa-jariaq, affectionately called "the Q boat". 56cmWeight: 53lbs. It is a sublime vessel for day tripping, playing in soup, and rolling. Awaiting response from U.S. distributor. In short, yes, it is reasonably fast. I really got to see the difference between 'just okay',good and great boats. We may be able to deliver for a fee depending on location, i.e. The craftsmanship is generally good, although when I received mine there was some chipping in the gel coat at the bow. Close-out Sale on new sea kayaks (limited to stock on hand, all sales final). The kayak has been stored throughout its life either indoors or outside on a rack with a roof for sun protection. In the Nordkapp, I slide off the face of the wave broach and the ride is over. One note of caution:It fits 95-to-140-pound paddlers best. SHOWROOM TEMPORARILY CLOSED | Online Orders Processed As Normal. It is reliably predictable without any surprises once you have been paddling it for a while and rolls up very easily when you do something silly. For Sale. . Always stored out of sunlight. I can also keep up with the big boys in their longer kayaks. Clue. The stock thigh pads are adjustable, yet more than one paddler I know has removed them completely on Valley boats, finding them useless. Like the regular Avocet it was developed from the popular Pintail but improved to provide better tracking and more forgiveness yet retaining it's original lively handling. by +Alison+ Sun Jul 22, 2018 1:15 pm. info@kayakacademy.com, Tuesday - Friday: I've been caught in some nasty weather in the Avocet and with the skeg and naturally a well tracking boat it can handle many conditions. What a stellar boat. The demo model I tried was fitted with a Pyranha backband, and I'm planning to fit one to my own boat. Attractive purple color. At 15'11" in length and a 20.5" beam it keeps up easily with 17' boats. It felt so much more responsive. The Valley Avocet LV is a dynamic, fluid piece of functional art. Initial and secondary stability are amazing, tracks very well, but will weathercock. Two valley avocet's for sale one fiberglass $1100 and one plastic $500 call Doug at 978-360-6565 The Romany has a distinctly stronger primary which beginners relish. Coupled with the extended bracing and maneuvers available with a Greenland paddle, the Avocet RM becomes a ballroom dancer on the water. I would give the Avocet a 10, but replacing that multi-strand stainless steel cable is a pain in the neck. Where most all my prior 30 boats toppled over or got swamped from dumping and breaking waves, my Avocet has always kept my maneuvering in control and find those special spots in its design to be stable and push the envelope. Length 16'. The hatches are a job to put on, but knowing that your hatches are completely water tight makes it worth the effort. The boats rocker is pronounced. I have nothing but great things to say about this boat. Get alerts for new data: Subscribe. Length 16'. It is perfect for the smaller paddler and for day trips. The conditions day one were gentle. Being a quite light paddler (65kg) this was recommended to me when I started off and I am happy to have gone with it as it has seen me well since then. Valley Kayak - Now Discontinued An amazingly versatile kayak, popular with paddlers who appreciate it smaller dimensions but also the weapon of choice for those who enjoy tidal races and surf were its predictability and size are also benefits. I have an Avocet RM that I bought used from a local kayak shop's end of year rental sale. I found that Romany fought my attempts to put the boat on edge. I enjoy that its form fitting which is very important in high surf. This is a clean, lightly used fibreglass Valley Avocet sea kayak. Famous British design. It does come in quite heavy and seems to weigh more than most other plastic kayaks I carry. Mine is PE and takes an absorbent amount of abuse with absolutely no remorse. 640cc Registion in hand. Hatches are dry, cockpit is comfortable. I can hold both upstream and downstream ferry angles easily and change course quickly to catch eddies. Now to the Avocet. Valley Avocet RM Sea Kayak Plastic Sea Kayak from Valley A little smaller than the composite model, the Avocet PE offers the same package of lively yet forgiving handling but with the value and robust performance of Polyethylene. The keyhole cockpit was easy to enter and exit, though it took some well-placed aftermarket foam to complete the outfitting. Ft. 3002 Cypress Point Dr, Missouri City, TX 77459. Ironically the same characteristics that shine though in these films make the Avocet ideally suited to less experienced paddlers and for use in less demanding conditions. When I first paddled the Avocet LV I had only been paddling for a little less than a year. It is a cinch to roll. There is a small star crack area in the gelcoat on one side (see pic), but it does not show up on the inside of the hull so it is a surface blemish. He took a lot of trouble to explain the challenges in skeg design in general and especially for the different boats they make. Thanks, Wayne You must log in or register to reply here. I narrowed my search down to the Avocet, the Valley Aquanaut lv, the p&h Capella 160, and the Necky Chatham 16 (all plastic), and this one turned up as the best deal used. I just got back from Lake Huron. The Avocet rocker makes playboating in surf and boat wakes fun, indeed, and plenty of skills can be gained in edging and directional control with a boat with this degree of playability. One of the first. 734-285-2925; info@riversidekayak.com; 4016 Biddle Avenue Wyandotte, MI 48192; Get Directions Sold: 2 beds, 3 baths, 1304 sq. Good Condition Location: United Kingdom, Truro Ships to: United Kingdom Current Price: 700 Quantity: 1 Condition: Used Listing Type: Chinese Make: Not Specified Serial Number: Does Not Apply Boat Type: Kayak Seating: Single Featured Refinements: Sea Kayak Item's Postal Code: TR1 *** Payment Methods: PayPal In the Avocet's case, control coming via a design that responds predictably to edging and gives a stability profile that allows even newer paddlers to exploit this. I also think my next boat will be the slightly larger VCP Aquanaut. The VCP finish is excellent, with a handy placement of bungie deck cords, even some near the bow for a temporary paddle hold, and a sturdy perimeter deck line for rescues. Then surely, this humble dwelling, In the West-Greenland Village of Igdlorssuit, could legitimately stake a similar claim to being the birthplace of modern sea kayaking and the gentleman pictured, Emmanuele Korneliusen, one of its architects. If you are looking for a boat in this range do not miss this one. This gorgeous multi family home features 5 bedrooms 3.5 baths in the main house, a spacious open floorplan with 4100 square feet of living space, over 7800 square foot lot, 3 car garage, a gorgeous brand new pool and lets not forget the next gen living area featuring 1 bedroom plus a retreat, 1 bathroom, laundry room and so much more. You will have to pack like a backpacker. Copyright 2023 VerticalScope Inc. All rights reserved. For Sale - 4714 Hazelridge Circle, Dayton, OH - $274,000. 6905 Avocet Ct , Carlsbad, CA 92011 is currently not for sale. MLS 6571401. in weight I can easily load and unload it from on top of a car or trailer. Nimble, efficient paddling boat. BIG PERFORMANCE, SMALL PACKAGE Valley Avocet LV $3,799 (Ultra Kevlar lay-up) valleyseakayaks.com L: 15 ft 11 in W: 20.5 in D: 11.5 in 45 lbs Made in: Nottingham, England Smaller paddlers have long . It's thick! Although there are some scratches, none are deeper than the gelcoat - I tried not to drag the kayak over sand or pebbles! The bow did plunge a bit in some of the heavy, dumping waves, but I'm not certain this would have happened if I were 20 lbs lighter. The dates we provide are based on indications given by our suppliers. I am 5 foot 8.5 inches and 161 lbs, and find the cockpit size on this 16 foot boat to be ideal with adequate foot and thigh movement/space, yet a firm feel for being in contact with the boat when upside down. I've owned a Wilderness Tsunami (first kayak I even bought), a Wilderness Tempest (2nd kayak I bought), then a Valley Avocet. Back home I tried to replace the cable and found that the set screw was frozen inside the plastic knob. The Full Immersion program is the Pacific Northwest's most successful and well established whitewater program for paddlers new to the sport. Sorry to all you "average" sized paddlers. The older hatches require a little muscle to fully fit on, but haven't let a drop of water in after numerous tests. An amazingly versatile kayak, popular with paddlers who appreciate it smaller dimensions but also the weapon of choice for those who enjoy tidal races and surf were its predictability and size are also benefits. Building & Hardware Supplies. A friend of mine allowed me to paddle his Avocet over the course of some time and taught me many useful techniques in it such as bracing high/ low, sculling, surfing and I did my first roll in it. 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