Spray decks are stocked to suit our popular kayak brands - Mirage, Tiderace, CD Storm and Nadgee Sea Kayaks and Reed Chillcheater standard sizes Keyhole A,B & C, LV, Ocean B, Big Touring and Keyhole Plastic - see below for size guide. This listing is for standard Reed Chillcheater Keyhole A, B, C sizes.
The size guide and examples below are a guide - if your cockpit is at the top of the range for both length & width it will not stretch that far - a custom spraydeck may be the better option. Also it is better of your cockpit is in proportion to the shape of these keyhole shapes.
Please call or email for advice!
Aquatherm Spray Deck with adjustable waist is a lightweight revolutionary design. Ideal for slalom, sea kayaking, polo, touring and recreational use. The waist is adjustable using the draw cord waistband.
The fabric’s outer surface is 20 times more abrasion resistant than neoprene. Aquatherm deck fabric has 360 degree stretch, instant memory return, and has 80% less volume and weight compared with traditional neoprene products without compromising performance. It is comfortable, durable and supple, UV stable, waterproof and fast drying. A popular choice for competition disciplines: slalom, polo, surf, sprint / marathon and river racing as well as for sea kayaking / touring and recreational use. This is a popular option for those who may be sensitive to neoprene.
For rodeo, whitewater, extreme conditions, and for practising rescues, we recommend our neoprene decks.
If you require a custom fit (template), please go to our Aquatherm Spray Deck - adjustable waist (Custom) page. If you want Ocean A, B or Big Touring contact us for availability - we can order in.
Reed Chillcheater standard sizes are based on a keyhole (teardrop) shape, like in the size guide. If your kayak has more of an oval shape (Raiders, Stellar)these keyholes will not fit as the circumference is much greater.
Seat position is also a factor - designed for sitting position/seatback several cm in from rear of coaming.
Note:
Keyhole C is too small for the Seabird Designs Discovery - we now stock decks specifically for a range of Seabird Designs Sea Kayaks.
Keyhole B does not actually fit the NDK Explorer
Suggested waist size (note these waist sizes have changed from earlier models):
S/M | LG/XLG | XXL | |
Your waist in inches | up to 36" | Up to 42" | Up to 50" |
Your waist in cm | up to 91.5cm | Up to106cm | Up to 122cm* |
Current stock in Key A XXL goes to 122cm - in future this will increase to 127cm - contact us if you need this additional size.
Posted by Unknown on 15th Mar 2023
The range of sizes is good, allowing for a snug fit.
I chose a Reed deck to allow for more comfortable movement when paddling a sea kayak and for the considerable saving in weight.
Posted by Ossi on 5th Oct 2020
As other reviews have stated, light weight, fits tight as a drum, does not sag therefore no pooling, yet still easy to release.
All seams are sealed and with the double shock cord for the coaming, completely water proof !
Posted by Colin on 29th Jul 2016
I'm very pleased with this spray deck. Fits my Nadgee Solo perfectly. Well made and completely waterproof. No pooling of water and its is easy to fit and remove.
Posted by Mark on 11th May 2016
Reasonable effort required to stretch onto the cockpit rim, which results in a drum like area in front, so no water pooling. Despite how tight it looks it is easy to release.
About a quarter of the bulk and weight of my other three different brand skirts.
Posted by Andrew on 17th Jan 2015
This works amazingly well, can paddle for hours without getting a drop of water in the kayak.
Posted by Unknown on 23rd Jul 2014
The Chillcheater deck for my Nadgee does what spray decks do: keep water out of the boat! Nice and light and sealed seams mean it's pretty watertight although while I've yet to have it pop in surf, it hangs a little loosely. Overall, pretty happy!