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A long, slim, fast expedition kayak.

Part of the Pilgrim series, the Latitude is a narrow expedition kayak designed for the mid-sized or tall thin expedition paddler.

The Latitude grew out of fact that so many mid-sized paddlers enjoyed the quickness and light edge of the Pilgrim Expedition when we wanted to paddle a longer boat, but without the additional width and volume of the Explorer.

The Latitude is fitted with the adjustable, high performance composite seat available in two widths, a long keyhole cockpit for excellent grip and control, a low rear deck for easy rolling, and a sloping bulkhead behind the seat for quick efficient emptying by simply lifting the bow. No x-rescue is necessary.

The Latitude’s extended knee bumps have been moved forward for the longer legged pilot. The second generation version of the Latitude was designed with less length in the bow section and slightly reduced rocker, both of which improve the kayak's straight-traveling efficiency.  The Latitude is similar to the Pilgrim Expedition, with the stern being lengthened by 2 inches. This extra volume has been added immediately behind the cockpit to reduce the amount that the stern of the kayak squats when being paddled forwards.

Recommended paddler weight: 140-195 lbs.

Read Tom's article about the NDK Latitude.

Latitude II 50/50 Hybrid

Price $6,185  SOLD
  • LOA: 17'3"; Width: 19.75"
  • Layup: 50/50 Hybrid: Standard Expedition fiberglass hull with Carbon Kevlar Deck, Bulkheads and Seat
  • Colors: Deck 5021 Water Blue/Hull 9016 White/Trim 9017 Black
  • Front Bulkhead: Standard
  • Footrests: Yes
  • Keel Strip: None
  • Skeg: Kari slider
  • Extras: Clear NDK Dragon on foredeck
Latitude Review

"I have owned several kayaks and recently purchased a Latitude. I’ve paddled it now for about four months. l am 5’11”, 155 lbs. This kayak is fast, edges so easily for a long kayak, is very maneuverable, feels great loaded or unloaded. Rolling it is so easy, and in the rough stuff it feels fantastic. Can't recommend this kayak highly enough. Gives me so much confidence."

-paddling.com

MIKCo has a Latitude II for you to test paddle.

We suggest reading Tom's article, Thoughts on Fitting, Demoing and Choosing a Sea Kayak, to give you an understanding of our emphasis on boat fit and function.

At Maine Island Kayak Co, all new full-price composite boat sales include custom foam fitting at a substantially reduced cost. This personalized process brings our world class boats into a league of their own.