A longer kayak is a faster kayak, allowing you to cover larger distances; the Islay 14 is an adventure touring kayak with a length similar to that of a sea kayak, but in a format that offers a little more stability and manoeuvrability. Ideal for beginners and intermediates who want to try their hand at cosy weekend adventures and relaxed journeys of up to a week in length on canals, sheltered lakes, and gentle rivers.

Islay 14 available in MZ3 and TriLite construction, TriLite increases hull stiffness and reduces weight, enhancing the performance of our leading hull designs for a more responsive kayak.

Choose This Kayak For

• Medium to long distance journeys.
• Exploring lakes and gentle rivers with ease and the confidence to take photos from the kayak.
• The best combination of hull efficiency, speed, and a manageable size.

Features

• Contoured Carrying Yoke - Fitted balanced, oiled to match the seats and shaped for comfortable shoulder carrying. The yoke also provides rigidity to the boat's shell.
• Durable, Moulded End Decks - Integrated, ergonomically shaped handle for comfortable carrying. The one piece end deck provides protection and strength to the bow and stern.
• Heavy Duty Alloy Seat Hangers - Strong enough to cope with the excited wriggles of generations of new canoeists, and the demands of all shapes and sizes of paddlers. Can be reversed for an angled kneeling seat.
• Oiled Wood Web Seats - Not just an optional upgrade, these durable and attractive seats come as standard on all Venture Canoes.
• Tough Vinyl Gunwales - Scratch resistant and highly resilient to the forces exerted on gunwales.

Specifications

Size 14

• Length: 427cm
• Width: 60cm
• Weight (MZ3): 26kg
• Weight: (Trilite): 25kg
• Max Paddler Weight: 130kg
• Deck Size: XL

Size 14LV

• Length: 420cm
• Width: 57cm
• Weight (MZ3): 25kg
• Weight: (Trilite): 24kg
• Max Paddler Weight: 100kg
• Deck Size: XL

Outfitting

Fit4Sport

Whether you're pushing your limits, or developing your skills, Fit 4 Sport is the outfitting spec for you.

• Pivoting Seat - Deep-fill, padded seat can be adjusted to an angle that provides a comfortable. tailored fit for you.
• Flexible Seat Support - Ensures a smooth ride over choppy water; self-adjusts to maintain optimal hull integrity, impact resistance, and performance.
• Thigh Grips - A highly ergonomic shape with easy, rock-solid adjustment to ensure the best position for both comfort and control.
• Oversized Hip Pads - For a comfortably snug fit which is ideal for precise edge control and rolling.
• Floating Backrest - Replaces the high backrest to offer increased connectivity plus compatibility with spraydecks.

Materials

Trilite

Exclusive to Venture, TriLite increases hull stiffness and reduces weight, enhancing the performance of our leading hull designs for a more responsive boat. Easier to rooftop, easier to carry, easier to paddle. Trilite is perfect for deep water recreational use.

MZ3

The same whitewater grade single skin polyethylene used for its supreme impact resistance in our range of Pyranha whitewater kayaks. MZ3 is available in Flex, Islay and Jura ranges. MZ3 is well suited for hard use and those on a budget.