A popular international figure in sea kayaking, Nigel Foster is known for his writing, instruction, travels and kayak designs. Nigel has completed many kayak expeditions and was the first to circumnavigate Iceland by kayak with companion Geoff Hunter in 1977.
Nigel designed the Rumour for low-effort cruising and a slim fit. It has a buoyant bow and low profile stern, with the shallow-arch hull between hard chines running into a shallow "V" toward the stern. Recessed deck fittings include a compass recess forward of the front hatch, with bow and stern hatches and a day-hatch with all-fiberglass bulkheads throughout.
The Rumour’s narrow beam is aimed at smaller paddlers up to 160 pounds. The snug fit and slim profile also make it an excellent rolling kayak.
Fiberglass:
46 lb.
Standard Equipment:
Black H-channel side seam
All-glass bulkheads
Retractable skeg
Sea-lect Designs Foot Brace
Back band
Optional Equipment:
Expedition Glass/Kevlar® layup - $ 200.00
Fiberglass seam - $ 250.00
Ritchie compass installed - $ 150.00
Kevlar® layup:
42 lb.
Standard Equipment:
Black H-channel side seam
All-glass bulkheads
Retractable skeg
Sea-lect Designs Foot Brace
Back band
Optional Equipment:
Fiberglass seam - $ 250.00
Ritchie compass installed - $ 150.00
Current Designs Rumour Specifications
Model:
Fiberglass
Kevlar®
Length:
16'
Width:
19.75"
Depth:
12"
Weight:
46lbs
42lbs
Cockpit:
Length:
24"
Width:
14.5"
Forward Hatch:
Length:
9.5"
Width:
9.5"
Front Hatch Volume:
11.5gal
Day Hatch:
Length:
8"
Width:
8"
Day Hatch Volume:
9gal
Rear Hatch:
Length:
17.5"
Width:
10"
Rear Hatch Volume:
19gal
Max Load:
275lbs
Form:
Swede
Chine:
Hard
Hull:
Shallow arch/"V"
Cockpit Type:
Modified Ocean
2012 MSRP:
$3,199
$3,599
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additional information from Bel Haven Paddlesports on the Current Designs Rumour.
*Colors may vary slightly from those shown. Color combinations will vary from those shown in catalog and are unique for each boat produced. Variations in color are not covered by warranty.
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