For paddlers who want to cover water fast without giving up the feel of a responsive creek boat, the Vanguard 12.0 is in a category of its own.

Dagger built this racing kayak around a hull that prioritises speed without demanding the stiff, locked-in feel that puts many paddlers off longer boats. At 12 feet, the Vanguard carries genuine pace and agility, but the design philosophy keeps it feeling nimble and confidence-inspiring rather than unwieldy. It's an uncommon combination that opens up a different kind of whitewater experience for motivated paddlers looking to push their performance on Canadian rivers and race courses.

The Contour Ergo outfitting system ties it all together, delivering the adjustability, comfort, and control that Dagger is known for across its whitewater lineup. When the hull is doing its job and the outfitting is dialled in, the Vanguard gives you the kind of connected, responsive ride that's hard to find in a long boat.

Available by special order only. Contact us for details and shipping options across Canada.

• Next-generation Dagger whitewater racing kayak
• 12.0 ft hull designed for speed, agility, and confidence
• Paddles with the responsiveness of a creek boat in a long boat platform
• Contour Ergo outfitting for adjustable comfort and control
• Available by special order only
• Contact us for shipping options across Canada