The first of Pelican’s newest offerings is the Freedom kayak. Freedom’s logo tells its story at a glance: the second “E” in the logo is actually a “3”, a nod to its unique gull-wing design that incorporates 3 balance points for unparalleled stability. This amazingly versatile kayak is ideal for beginners, thanks to its superior stability, yet its advanced touring features make it appealing even to more advanced paddlers. Available in both regular and deluxe models, the Freedom also offers the advantage of a larger cockpit opening, ensuring greater comfort for larger individuals or for paddlers who simply prefer more seating room.

The Freedom 100 is nicely equipped with standard features such as a padded seat and backrest and bungees in both the bow and stern. The DLX version takes it up a notch by offering all of the features of the base model, plus knee pads, a stern quick- lock hatch and a watertight stern bulkhead.

For those seeking a new perspective: stand up paddle boarding

The second of Pelican’s newest products is part of a new category of watercraft that is sure to develop an instant following: stand up paddle boards. Stand up paddle boarding is rapidly gaining in popularity because paddlers love the different perspective they get versus sitting at water level. The sport also provides a great all-over body toning and core strength building workout. It is best suited to flat water or light surf and is suitable for paddlers of all ages.

Paddlers who are ready to try something new will love Pelican’s new Flow 106. The exceptionally solid construction of this stand-up paddleboard provides superior stability for riders of any level, making it an exciting and affordable water adventure for the entire family! Best of all, by adding an optional sit-on-top kayak seat, Pelican’s stand up paddle boards also function as sit-on-top kayaks, offering exceptional value and versatility.

The Flow 106’s features include:

• Integrated rail ramps for additional leverage and better balance
• Anti-slip deck pad for secure footing
• Superior durability to prevent damage from rocks and other hazards
• Convenient carrying handles, bungees and day hatch with dry bag
• Easy conversion by adding optional sit-on-top kayak seat

Both the Freedom 100 and the Flow 106 are built with RAM-X™, a multi-layer material exclusive to Pelican and which has become the benchmark of quality in the industry. RAM-X™ is known for its high impact-resistance, its ability to regain its initial shape after a violent impact and its UV-protected, low maintenance exterior finish.

Available this spring, Pelican’s new models will provide the ultimate on-water experience for paddlers of any level- at a price they can afford.