Every kayak has an origin story. In the best designs, that raison d'être is described in every detail, from the hull shape and material choice to the placement of hatches and deck fittings. So it is ...

Tom Schafer of Defiance, owner of Compass Point Kayaks, builds a kayak. Schafer offers hand-made, quality kayaks to individuals. Individuals can select a kayak design or email Schafer their ...