{"product_id":"rockpool-taran-16","title":"Rockpool TARAN 16","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .ko-rp { font-family: inherit; color: inherit; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-avail { display: block; font-size: 11px; letter-spacing: 0.18em; text-transform: uppercase; opacity: 0.45; border: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.15); padding: 6px 16px; margin-bottom: 1.75rem; width: fit-content; white-space: nowrap; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-avail a { text-decoration: underline; text-underline-offset: 3px; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-rule { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 12px; margin: 2rem 0 1.25rem; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-rule hr { flex: 1; border: none; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1); margin: 0; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-rule-label { font-size: 10px; letter-spacing: 0.22em; text-transform: uppercase; opacity: 0.4; white-space: nowrap; flex-shrink: 0; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-p { font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 1rem; text-align: left; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-table-outer { width: 100%; overflow-x: auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch; margin: 0.75rem 0; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-table { border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 12px; white-space: nowrap; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-table th { text-align: left; padding: 8px 14px; font-size: 10px; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; opacity: 0.4; font-weight: 500; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1); }\n  .ko-rp .ko-table td { text-align: left; padding: 10px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.06); }\n  .ko-rp .ko-options { margin: 0.5rem 0 1.5rem; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-option { display: flex; gap: 12px; align-items: baseline; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.06); font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6; text-align: left; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-option:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-option-dot { opacity: 0.25; flex-shrink: 0; font-size: 11px; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-terms { margin: 0.5rem 0; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-term { display: flex; gap: 12px; align-items: baseline; padding: 9px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.07); font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.65; text-align: left; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-term:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-term-dash { opacity: 0.25; flex-shrink: 0; font-size: 11px; }\n  .ko-rp .ko-colophon { margin-top: 2rem; padding-top: 1.25rem; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08); font-size: 10px; letter-spacing: 0.15em; text-transform: uppercase; opacity: 0.3; text-align: center; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ko-rp\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-avail\"\u003ePre-order  ·  \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kayaks-in-stock\"\u003eView in-stock kayaks\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-rule\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-rule-label\"\u003eThe Boat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"ko-p\"\u003eThe Taran 16 is the Taran 18 with the ends trimmed — same cockpit, same deck layout, same flat hull and plumb bow, 8% shorter overall. The design brief was explicit: do not sacrifice speed. It largely delivers. The 16 is within 5% of the 18 at cruising pace, and in wind and waves it often matches or beats it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"ko-p\"\u003eThe trademark downwind handling is intact — the 16 accelerates onto waves cleanly and surfs with purpose. The high-volume front deck is retained, keeping the dry ride the Taran is known for. At 369 litres it carries expedition loads without complaint, and at 16'8\" it fits in garages that won't accommodate the 18.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"ko-p\"\u003eWhat you gain over the 18 is manoeuvrability, a livelier feel in surf, and easier handling on and off the water. For most paddlers choosing between the two, the 16 is the right answer. The 18 earns its keep at sustained high speed on long open crossings. The 16 earns its keep everywhere else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-rule\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-rule-label\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-table-outer\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"ko-table\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eBeam\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eRudder\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003ePaddler\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e508 cm \/ 16'8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e51.5 cm \/ 20.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e369 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eSmartTrack std\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eIntermediate–advanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-rule\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-rule-label\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"ko-p\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard\u003c\/strong\u003e — Time-proven hand-laid construction using polyester resin, chopped strand and woven fibreglass. Robust, hard-wearing, and the right choice for most paddlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"ko-p\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremier\u003c\/strong\u003e — Vacuum-infused epoxy resin with carbon and aramid (Kevlar) cloth on both deck and hull. Vacuum infusion drives resin into the laminate at high pressure, producing a superior strength-to-weight ratio. Approximately 5 kg lighter than Standard at equivalent strength. Recommended for paddlers covering serious mileage or carrying the boat frequently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-rule\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-rule-label\"\u003eFitted Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-options\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-option\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-option-dot\"\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRear day hatch\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-option\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-option-dot\"\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustom bulkhead position\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-option\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-option-dot\"\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustom RAL colour — hull, deck, or both\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-option\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-option-dot\"\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour fade, graphics, starfish\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-option\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-option-dot\"\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeel strip\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-option\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-option-dot\"\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHip shims and seat padding\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-rule\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-rule-label\"\u003eTerms of Sale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-terms\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-term\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-term-dash\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e$500 deposit\u003c\/strong\u003e is required to reserve your build slot.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-term\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-term-dash\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50% less the deposit is due when your kayak enters production. The balance is due in full on delivery or collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-term\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-term-dash\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrices exclude HST.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-term\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-term-dash\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping from Wales to Hamilton — including marine insurance and brokerage — is charged at cost. Typically approx. $200 per kayak on consolidated shipments.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-term\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-term-dash\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKayak Ontario will store your kayak at no charge for \u003cstrong\u003e14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e from delivery. After that, $50 per kayak per month applies.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-term\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-term-dash\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee our custom kayak refund policy for full cancellation terms.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-colophon\"\u003eRockpool Kayaks · North Wales · Handbuilt to order · Available through Kayak Ontario\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kayak Ontario Outfitters","offers":[{"title":"Standard","offer_id":46262530244807,"sku":null,"price":6495.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Premier","offer_id":46262530277575,"sku":null,"price":8525.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/9608\/1443\/files\/1_f7f29141-2c54-4e46-a3f6-006c49ec820c.png?v=1772874133","url":"https:\/\/www.kayak-ontario.com\/products\/rockpool-taran-16","provider":"Kayak Ontario","version":"1.0","type":"link"}