Eddyline Kayaks & Swift Paddles

Review of the Calypso in Kayak Angler Magazine

eddyline — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:26:08 +0000

Forty five pounds of lightweight fish catcher. At Kayak Angler we love little more than boat news, so we were delighted to get this surprise bulletin from Eddyline. They’ve launched a new fishing-friendly sit-on-top, the 12-foot long Calypso. Someone’s thinking of palm trees, silky coral sand and azure water.

Like every other kayak built by the Burlington, Washington company, the Calypso is thermoformed from Carbonlite plastic laminate. The result is a boat that matches fiberglass for looks – with the toughness of plastic. They also weigh very little compared to rotomolded polyethylene boats. The Calypso weighs in at a back friendly 45 pounds. Like anything else, featherweight comes at a premium. The Calypso’s MSRP is $1279.

The fishing eyeball test reveals a flip-forward bow hatch, console space for a fish finder or other electronics plus a forward rod holder, and the traditional pair behind the cockpit. A cockpit track system shows Eddyline is staying up with the times. It’s the kind of extra that marks modern fishing outfitting. The tankwell is molded for a crate or 5-gallon bucket; an optional stern hatch cover is available. Pairs of small round hatches and paddle parks round out the feature set. At 12 feet long and 30 inches wide, with gracefully upswept ends and four scuppers, the Calypso looks like a versatile ride comfortable in freshwater and salt.

GOOD STUFF: The Cushy Carbonlite Eddyline Calypso

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eddyline — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:00:43 +0000

Introducing the New Eddyline Calypso Sit on Top Kayak

kendavenport — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:57:56 +0000

Eddyline is proud to announce the release of our new Calypso Sit on Top. At 12 feet in length with a 30 inch beam, the Calypso stability is extraordinary, yet the highly efficient Eddyline hull design and our smooth Carbonlite material lets her glide through the water with ease. Tracking is exceptional for a twelve footer, making travel over distance much easier. Easy turns are accomplished with a slight lean and sweep. Eddyline applied the principals of the unique Gull Wing configuration on the Calypso hull to retain efficiency and excellent tracking while maximizing stability. The extra sitting height produced by this configuration allows more comfortable seating while helping the cockpit and tank well to drain effectively.

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eddyline — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 22:28:01 +0000

Headwaters Adventure Co

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New Calypso Sit on Top

eddyline — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 22:10:08 +0000

Eddyline’s New Calypso Sit on Top is finally becoming a reality. We are making the mold and should be ready to ship kayaks in November! This picture is a graphic rendering with some of the fishing options. 12ft long – 30″ wide – 45lbs – $1279

Lots of options – lots of stability – lots of performance in the water!

Andy Bugh’s Expedition in the Shasta – update

eddyline — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 21:44:01 +0000

I just paddled across Ft. Peck Lake, over 130 miles, with waves over three feet and rolling over the Shasta at times. The boat and custom spray skirt functions outstandingly! I was able to keep up with two paddlers traveling with much less gear in a canoe and they are twenty years younger than me. This boat really handles the big water well. I want some bigger waves now! I decided to name my boat the Wave Rider. Thanks Eddyline!!! See more about my trip at

http://www.Expedition4Education.org