ASPIRE 105 Colors available – Mango only GREAT ON FLAT OR SLOW MOVING WATER, THE VERSATILE ASPIRE COMBINES EASY HANDLING AND MANEUVERABILITY WITH GREAT STABILITY. The Aspire is a high-performance sit-inside recreational kayak with endless possibilities. Designed for the beginner to intermediate paddler looking to expand beyond flat-water, the versatile Aspire combines easy handling and maneuverability with unsurpassed stability and features the TruTrak Adjustable Skeg System for straight tracking on longer pursuits. Industry-leading Phase 3® AirPro seat outfitting provides ultimate comfort, adjustability and breathability. Click into the tabs below for more information! Shipping Options Terms - Read Before Visiting Us Come in and Check it Out - Schedule a Visit Learn How to Choose a Kayak How to Choose A Kayak Kayak CategoryShapeType of WaterStabilityFit Recreational - Sit InsideShort and Wide, 10'-14'Small Lakes and Shallow RiversGoodComfortable; sizeable This is the most popular style in our area. Stable, maneuverable, user-friendly and have easy entry cockpits that fit almost anyone comfortably. Designed for first time paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts who like to combine their on-water pleasures with other pursuits such as bird watching, fishing and photography. Recreational - Sit-On-TopShort and Wide, 10'-13'Smaller LakesGoodComfortable; sizeable Sit on tops are very stable, easy to get in and out of and there is no feeling of confinement. They're also self-bailing, which means they have small holes (called "scupper holes") that allow the water to drain right through them. You do drip water on your legs as you paddle. These are most popular in warm water climates. TransitionalNarrower, 12'-14'Bigger Lakes and Moving Water3-4Medium Size Transitional Kayaks bridge the gap between Recreational and Touring categories, combining the best elements from both. Like Recreational designs, they are short and somewhat wide. They favor stability on calm waters and easy turning over speed. White the cockpits are a bit smaller than Recreational cockpits, they are still quite roomy for easy access. Performance TouringLong and SlenderAll Water2-3Fully Connected Performance Designs are good for all distances, expeditions and skill mastery. North American StyleIf you want a stable kayak with some serious capacity, a seat back and a rudder. British StyleIf you want a snug-fitting, playful kayak with smooth edging, graceful lines, a day hatch, a back band and a skeg. Greenland StyleIf you want a tight-fitting, hard-edging kayak with an old school look, serious rolling ability, a back band and a skeg. Danish StyleStylish, snug-fitting hybrid of Greenland and North American hulls with Danish style. Specialty Kayaks Boats made for unique situations and unique goals. Benefits of Kayaking Learn about the different Kayak Layups Learn More about Wilderness Systems Kayaks About Wilderness Systems Kayaks WHO WE ARE - CHASING PERFECTION Wilderness Systems Warranty Statement Videos
