Zegul Reval LV A Core

For small to medium-sized paddlers who want a capable British-style sea kayak that genuinely handles when conditions turn, the Zegul Reval LV is worth a serious look.

The Reval series was built around the idea that stability and performance belong in the same boat, and the LV delivers on that in a compact, low-volume package. The shallow V-hull gives quick acceleration and solid straight-line speed, while the hull's responsiveness on edge makes turning feel natural and unforced. That combination makes the Reval LV a genuinely enjoyable kayak to paddle in textured water, not just something you survive in rough conditions. The snug cockpit with thigh braces keeps smaller paddlers locked in and connected to the boat, which is exactly what you want when the sea gets interesting.

Construction is A-Core fibreglass, which means a sandwich-reinforced keel for impact and scratch resistance, aramid internal and external seam taping, and a sandwich-built deck throughout. It's a lay-up built to handle the kind of rocky launches and gravel beaches that are common across Canadian coastlines. A retractable skeg manages weathercocking in crosswinds and current, and three VCP-style hatches with a total of 165 litres of storage capacity give you enough room for a multi-day coastal touring load.

• Length x Width x Depth: 16'1" x 21.3" x 13.0"
• Weight: 49 lbs / 22 kg
• Max Load: 264 lbs / 120 kg
• Lay-up: A-Core fibreglass with sandwich deck and aramid seam taping
• Hull: Shallow V
• Cockpit: Thigh braces, adjustable footrests, sprayskirt size 1.4
• Hatches: Bow round 10" (50 L), stern oval 17" x 10.2" (75 L), day round 6" (40 L)
• Skeg: Retractable