Toni Prijon Sr. founded Prijon in 1962. He was a world champion for the German whitewater (wildwasser) team. He started manufacturing Blowmolded Kayaks in the Early 1980’s, combining the performance of composite boats with the most durable kayak hull material in the world. Prijon Kayaks are the largest Extruded and Blowmolded product in the world. Currently run by Toni Prijon Jr., he too is team paddler for the German whitewater team, along with his wife and brother.
Extrusion and Blowmolding- Ultra High Density (UHMW) plastic pellets are compressed in an extruder until the pellets turn into taffy-like. The molecules combined by compression are then forced through a die to form a tube. It looks like toothpaste being squeezed out. Rather than layed into a mold flat, the mold of the HTP product is verticle. A two-part mold is clamped over the tube. The tube is then pierced at the cockpit and blown up like a balloon against the mold. High-pressure air compresses the plastic making it thinner and more dense. When the mold is complete, cold water is run through the mold, setting the shape of the hull under compression. Mold costs are very high, which limits the number of models and colors. This process makes Prijon the most durable plastic kayak on the market. Because the kayak is rigid, it makes it also more efficient and stable in form and shape, thereby it will not warp or get wavy. Why aren't all plastic boats made this way? Good question. Other manufacturers spit out the boats in quantity. Quality takes time and costs more. Simply put, Prijon would be the last plastic boat you would buy, but then that's German Engineering for you.
WARRANTY
All Prijon HTP kayak hulls are warranted against defects in materials and manufacturing for a period of five years from the date of purchase. This warranty covers only fractures of the hull and does not cover abrasion damage, creases, bends or punctures. Components and fastening hardware are warranted against defects in materials and manufacturing for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
Maximum Stability - Unmatched Tracking and Carving - Superior Speed
How best to spend your money depends on you, but think of this... Most beginner kayaks on the market are just that, only for beginners. It takes about 20 days of paddling and you've outgrown that boat. If you wish to grow into your kayaking experience, you must go buy another boat. Prijon has engineered it's kayaks for the novice in mind to be stable, yet added the features and designs necessary to give you an experienced kayakers boat when you need it. bottom line is you save money in the long run by not having to purchase another boat.
How do they do it? Prijon's Trihedral Hull design has three surfaces. The flat bottom section provides maximum stability and unmatched tracking. Loading the kayak with gear increases stability and tracking. The angled sides maximize final stability and increase your ability to carve a turn. Comfortably carving turns in a touring kayak is a unique feature of the Trihedral Hull design. Prijon's Trihedral Hull allows a beginner to use a boat that carves like boats too tippy for most paddlers. The flat center panel will help you have the confidence to use the edges, or chines, to let the hull do the work of turning for you. Another feature unique to trihedral hulls is having hard chines inside of your body weight. As you sit in your boat you will see them between your knees. If you lean right you will engage the chine curved to the left. Think of carving as bending your boat. Happy Kayaking!
CAPRI
The Capri Tour is a magical mix of a touring and recreational kayak. Glides and carves as your skills advance but tracks in a straight line as you learn. Long enough to carry its speed and track well. Short enough to handle with ease off the water. Light enough to be handled by junior and mature paddlers. The Capri is the essential boat in a minimal scale. The stiff HTP hull ensures remarkable glide in this performer. A true kayak with functional outfitting and an appropriately sized cockpit that both promotes leg contact and paddler control while being accommodating and comfortable for fishing, pond hopping and bay cruising. The pleasurable Capri includes an ergonomic seat, extra comfortable thigh braces and back brace for extended expeditions. The hatch in the stern includes a bulkhead, which is great for day touring. Experience the magic of Capri!
Welcome to the world of a nicely designed and outfitted kayak that is at once stable, fast, accommodating and fun. The Cruiser is a large cockpit boat that even experienced paddlers can appreciate. For those new to the sport the Cruiser will provide the ability to learn the fundamentals of kayaking and to appreciate the nuances of moving across the water with speed and precision. The Large "Super Rec" cockpit opening is very comfortable and unconfined, yet allows adequate leg contact with the boat for boat control. Its freedom of movement, coupled with remarkable stability, makes it a great boat for fishing and serious photography. All paddlers will appreciate the glide that comes with the hull due to the stiffness from the HTP plastic. This is a great kayak for those wanting a fairly priced utility kayak.
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Length 10' 6" Width 27.5" Volume 97.7 gal Weight 46 lbs Cockpit 43 ½" L x 20 ½W Hull Design: Trihedral Paddler Level: Beg-Adv
* HTP Polyethylene-High Performance Thermoplast
* In Seat Adjustable HighBack Backrest w/air flow cover
* Step Fit Footbraces
* Spacious Storage Compartment
* Stern Flotation Bulkhead
* Bow Flotation
* ABS Plastic Hatch Cover
* Ergonomic Carrying Handles
* Deck Pack Net
* Rudder available only with rudder ready version
* adjustable foot braces only on rudder ready version
CALABRIA
Capture the performance and features of a traditional touring kayak for the price of a recreational boat. The Calabria's low profile and light weight define the essence of a quality day touring kayak. Blending amazing primary and secondary stability, the Trihedral hull ensures user-friendly carving and hassle free tracking. Effortless paddling and spectacular glide are unprecedented in this 14' 5" design. The stern hatch combines neoprene, hard plastic and quick-release webbing straps making it ideal for day touring. The most notable, value-added features include adjustable thighbraces, seat, backbrace, deck line and gas pedal style footbraces. The ideal kayak for day paddles in bays, lakes and anywhere one can take advantage of this feature filled craft.
* Calabria: Features
* HTP Polyethylene - High Performance Thermoplast
* Trim Adjustable Seat
* In Seat Adjustable Backrest w/Air Flow Cover
* Adjustable Padded Thighbraces
* Adjustable Pedal-Style Footbrace
* Bow Flotation Bag Included
* Spacious Storage Compartment
* Stern Flotation Bulkhead
* Thermoformed Plastic & Neoprene Hatch
* Ergonomic Carrying Handles
* Bow and Stern Painter Lines
* Deck Pack Net Fore
* Full Perimeter Safety Line
* Rudder Ready (rudder optional)
VIPER
The VIPER is especially suited for teenagers and small sized adults. A smaller seating shell as well as the smaller and slimmer cockpit in connection with the thigh rest, offers an optimum seating position for smaller paddlers, also on longer tours. Equipped with the traditional Prijon knickspant, the VIPER has very nice tracking qualities, despite being easyl to maneuver. A real PRIJON boat!
The Motion is a boat that brings speed and stability to those seeing a smaller boat. Fitted well to most paddlers with a smaller build, this boat is easy to control, very comfortable on edge and at speed. It has capacity for medium length trips, and HTP plastic to bring full performance for many years.
The seaworthy Catalina brings out the best in all smaller framed touring paddlers. Its stability and grace coupled with ample storage space provide the essentials for any touring paddler. This 15' 3" frame with lower deck and Trihedral hull allows this boat to glide, edge and maneuver at your command. The Catalina features an adjustable seat, thighbrace and backbrace for comfortable extended expeditions. Hatches, bow & stern, combine neoprene, polyethylene plastic and quick-release webbing straps for dry, easy use. Deck pack nets organize those small cumbersome items and the well placed deck lines aid in the event of a self-rescue. The ergonomic grabloops make car-topping this lightweight a snap. Day and or multi-day trips the Catalina is sure to please.
The Touryak has a wonderful blend of stability, comfort, performance and versatility. You can venture on the open ocean, out on lakes and lazy rivers. Very well suited for day and multi-day excursions. The Touryak provides straight tracking, remarkable maneuverability and a broad stabilty and comfort range for paddlers of different sizes and skills. Features include an adjustable seat with pad, thighbrace and backbrace with cover for comfortable, extended expeditions. Hatches, bow & stern, combine neoprene, hard plastic and quick-release webbing straps for dry, easy use. The bow deck pack net organizes those small essential items, and the well placed deck lines aid in the event of a self-rescue. The ergonomic carrying handles make loading and un-loading a snap. We guarantee you'll be blown away by the comfort, stability and features of this versatile craft.
* HTP Polyethylene: High Performance Thermoplast
* Trim Adjustable Seat w/Full Coverage Pad
* In Seat Adjustable Backrest w/Air Flow Cover
* Adjustable Padded Thighbraces
* Adjustable Pedal Style Footbraces
* Spacious Storage Compartments
* Screw Top Deck Box
* Bow & Stern Flotation Bulkheads
* Thermoformed Plastic & Neoprene Hatch Covers
* Deck Pack Net Fore
* Ergonomic Carrying Handles
* Self Rescue Paddle Holder
* Full Perimeter Safety Deck Lines
* Bow Painter Line
* Two Paddle Rests
* Rudder Ready (rudder optional)
SEAYAK
The proven performer year after year, the Seayak is one of the most popular and versatile open water boats ever made. The upswept bow and stern design of the Seayak is influenced by Greenland-style open water boats and provides exceptional rough water handling for small to mid-sized paddlers. The HTP blow-molded construction combined with sleek lines and a very functional design create a superb boat for the hard-core or casual open water paddler. The Seayak’s Trihedral hull provides outstanding speed, stability and, without question, the most amazing glide in a plastic touring kayak. The fit is secure and accommodating as a result of the adjustable thighbraces, the comfortable ergonomic seat and the on-the-move adjustability of the backbrace. High capacity storage compartments and complete deck outfitting make the Seayak an ideal boat for long self-supported trips, day cruises and river tours.
* HTP Polyethylene: High Performance Thermoplast
* Trim Adjustable Seat w/Full Coverage Pad
* In Seat Adjustable Backrest w/Air Flow Cover
* Adjustable Padded Thighbraces
* Adjustable Pedal- Style Footbraces
* Spacious Storage Compartments
* Screw Top Deck Box
* Bow & Stern Flotation Bulkheads
* Thermoformed Plastic & Neoprene Hatch Covers
* Ergonomic Carrying Handles
* Pack/Rescue Nets Fore and Aft
* Full Perimeter Safety Deck Lines
* Bow Painter Line
* Rudder Ready (rudder optional)
BARACUDA
The british style Barracuda is a sleek graceful kayak designed for superior speed and high performance. The trihedral hull design coupled with the stiff attributes of High Performance Thermoplast plastic make this an exceptionally fast touring kayak. Very well suited for day paddles, flatwater races and multi-day excursions. Features include an adjustable seat w/pad, thighbrace and backbrace w/cover for comfortable, extended expeditions. Hatches, bow & stern, combine neoprene, hard plastic and quick-release webbing straps for dry, easy use. The bow deck pack net, two stern storage nets and day hatch organize those small, essential items and the well placed deck lines aid in the event of a self-rescue. The ergonomic carrying handles make loading and unloading a snap. Whether you're a large or small paddler, you will appreciate the Barracuda's glide, speed and stable cruising abilities.
In a few short years, the Kodiak has proven itself to be the ultimate Expedition Kayak. Not resting, in the winter 05/06 we updated the Kodiak to make it an even better boat. We have added our functional Deck Box for on water gear access. Its knee area was expanded slightly to accommodate a wider range of paddler frames. Deck Fittings were updated to bring the highest level of function and convenience. These include a new spare paddle hold down, and our combination deck- net paddle float self resecue holder. Its capabilities for expeditions make it practical in nearly all others. It is cavernous in terms of gear storage and ultimate capacity, it is also a fast stable boat both loaded and unloaded. At 17', the Kodiak features a trihedral hull & convex waterlines similar to racing kayaks. Its fish-form puts the wide point at the knees instead of the hips to make the boat controllable and comfortable in following seas. The Kodiak's profile is nearly unaffected in most wind conditions. The slender width in the stern chine ensures superior water release.
* HTP Polyethylene: High Performance Thermoplast
* Trim Adjustable Seat w/Full Coverage Pad
* In Seat Adjustable Backrest w/Air Flow Cover
* Adjustable Padded Thighbraces
* Adjustable Pedal- Style Footbraces
* Spacious Storage Compartments
* Screw Top Deck Box
* Bow & Stern Flotation Bulkheads
* Thermoformed Plastic & Neoprene Hatch Covers
* Ergonomic Carrying Handles
* Pack/Rescue Nets Fore and Aft
* Full Perimeter Safety Deck Lines
* Bow Painter Line
* Rudder Ready (rudder optional)
In July of 2005, a very audacious young lady by the name of Renata Chlumska, became the first person to go "around America" using a kayak, bicycle, and at times, inline skates. The Kayak she chose was a Prijon Kodiak. She covered over 6500 miles. Below you can read about her, see some photos, and you can follow her exploits on her website: www.renatachlumska.com
MARLIN
The new MARLIN was developed as
an extremely agile kayak, but which possesses very good tracking qualities. A kayak which
is easy to ride on the edges and at the same time has a very safe position in the water.
Both ambitious sea kayak paddlers and athletic touring paddlers will be pleasantly surprised by the good riding qualities of the MARLIN.
Safe gliding when keeping to a straight line, fast changes of direction by using the edges of
the boat, all can be done in a safe and precise manner. The very comfortable seating is
absolutely suited for longer tours. Sensible equipment, like for example the new luggage
hatches which are on one level with the upper boat or special mountings for spare
paddles give the MARLIN a unique character.
* HTP Polyethylene: High Performance Thermoplast
* Trim Adjustable Seat w/Full Coverage Pad
* In Seat Adjustable Backrest w/Air Flow Cover
* Adjustable Padded Thighbraces
* Adjustable Pedal- Style Footbraces
* Spacious Storage Compartments
* Screw Top Deck Box
* Bow & Stern Flotation Bulkheads
* Thermo-formed Plastic & Neoprene Hatch Covers
* Ergonomic Carrying Handles
* Pack/Rescue Nets Fore and Aft
* Full Perimeter Safety Deck Lines
* Bow Painter Line
* Rudder Ready (rudder optional)
CAPRI II
The Capri II is a decked double with a large ergonomic stern cockpit and a comfortable bow cockpit for the more petite paddler or four legged family friend. The captain based in the rear of this stable craft has optional gas pedal style rudder control and ample space for quality strokes with your paddling partner. This compact craft is simple to load on the car and: at just over 15', garage storage is simple. Features include gas pedal rudder control, bow deck pack net, bow Painter Line, adjustable backbraces, ergonomic seats with water bottle holders and rear screw hatch with sealed bulkhead storage. The most affordable mix of performance and features for you and your two or four legged paddling partner. Capri II basic A recreational version of the Capri II . The Capri II comes equipped with quick and easy, no adjustments necessary, step-fit foot braces and a ergonomic seats with water bottle holders and back straps. This is a great entry level, user friendly craft.
Length 15'4" Width 28" Volume 93 gal Weight 74 lbs 3 Cockpit Stern 36"L x 18"W Cockpit Bow 32"L x 18"W Hull Design: Trihedral Paddler Level: Beg-Adv Suggest Paddler Wt. 90- 220 lbs each
As a tough tandem, Prijon is now offering the POSEIDON. At the same length as most single touring kayaks, the POSEIDON’s shape is slim and it has more pronounced keel lines at the bow and stern, which lead to better tracking. Therefore it is primarily suited for tours in open waters and along the coast which require a boat that keeps on track
and has easy running abilities.
During 2005 and 2006 Renata Chlumska became the first person to perform a challenge called "Around America Adventure" by circumnavigating around the USA (lower 48 states). She paddled a Prijon kayak from Seattle to San Diego, bicycled with the kayak on a carriage from San Diego to Brownsville, Texas, and continued kayaking around Florida to Eastport, Maine, and finally bicycled back to Seattle.
This incredible woman put into the Pacific in Seattle on July 4th, 2005. She paddled down the coast, pulling her Prijon kayak out of the water in San Diego, and putting it on a trailer to pull it behind her bicycle. Then she pedaled across the Southwest, and put back in at the Rio Grande River. She spent a short time mixing up biking and kayaking throughout the hurricane-stricken Southeast, and then paddled south around Florida, thru the Keys, and finally up the East Coast.
