Delta Kayaks Delta 12.10 Kayak
A lightweight touring kayak with enough legroom for any size paddler, this stable kayak also offers ample storage for day trips or short overnights.
- Thermoformed ABS plastic hull material is stiff and light like traditional composite kayaks and offers similar looks, but costs considerably less; kayak weighs 43 lbs.
- Updated for 2014, the adjustable, multi-position seat offers excellent back support, quick adjustment and cushy comfort
- Neoprene padding on leg bracing in the cockpit improves comfort and control
- Cockpit-adjustable footbraces fit most paddlers and integrated thigh braces increase overall comfort
- A low-profile front day pod and 2 main dry storage areas provide space for your gear
- Press-Lock hatch covers create a watertight seal with a specially designed gasket that envelops the rim of the hatch with an easy push
- Bungee deck rigging at bow and stern retains extra gear; safety straps aft of cockpit and nylon perimeter lines aid in paddle float self-rescue
- The Delta 12.10 Kayak features ergonomic, rubber grab handles that are easy on the hands
- Made in Canada
Imported.
View all Delta Kayaks Day Touring Kayaks| Best Use | Flatwater Kayaking |
|---|---|
| Material(s) | Thermoformed ABS plastic |
| Length | 12 ft. 10 in. |
| Width | 25 inches |
| Depth | 13.5 inches |
| Weight | 41 pounds |
| Cockpit Size | 32 x 17 inches |
| Seat Type | Padded / Foam |
| Number of Paddlers | 1-person |
| Paddle Included | No |
| Hatch Capacity | (Bow) 2,795 / (stern) 6,999 |
| Weight Capacity (lbs) | 300 pounds |
| Tracking System | None |
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Could be nice boat but poor Quality Control
Poor Quality Control--hull finish uneven, has a ridge/valley of excess "dripped" plastic on starboard side of the underside. Boat pulls to right consistently. Sent note to manufacturer--no response. Pre-drilled holes in seat for fit kit are uneven. Delta fit kit doesn't fit it because right side has hole spacing of almost 4 inches, other side almost 3 inches. Also perimeter line missed an eyelet. Hatches also still heavily outgassing adhesives--terrible smell. Gave it an extra star because it could be a nice boat at a good price with better quality control.
Omg kove this yak!
I looked a long long time, and with the help of the awesome REI guys at two different stores, finally selected this sweetie as my second kayak. I had the wonderful Tarpon 100, but now that I just turned 60, I was finding that I was putting off going out because it was getting too heavy and awkward (can’t grab and lift it from the slides since it’s a sit-on-top model) to easily hoist on top of my RAV4 (I used to slide it easily on my Prius). A hullavator may be in my future so I can go out well into my 80s, but for now that was out of range! So i was looking for something beautiful but much lighter and easier to handle on my own, and wow this kayak fits the bill. I can easily lift it and with the SweetRoll rack attachment I got, it slides up and on the car like a dream. The awesome REI staff showed me how to load and tie it down when that was seeming too confusing, and one lesson was all it took! I take it out all the time now, and every time I load and unload it, I cant help but smile at how wonderfully light it is! And it glides like a dream and did i mention how pretty it is?? I love, love, love it!
Delta 12.10, just what I had hoped
Could not be happier with this kayak. It is easy to move around out of water. Lifting onto the top of the car is a breeze. And then in the water it is stable, comfortable, fast and responsive. Due to COVID I did not get a chance to try one before purchasing, so it was a bit of a risk. But it has all paid off, at least for this paddler.
Superb kayak!
The Delta 12.10 is light, glides well, comfortable, and is a joy to paddle. This is my first Delta and I am very impressed with their quality. Since I couldn’t see it in person before purchase, I was concerned about the seat, but that was all for not since it’s highly adjustable and very comfortable. The fore and aft hatches are quite large and the day hatch is much larger than I was expecting and easy to open. There is a metal locking point just behind the seat that isn't shown in the picture. It's great for locking down the boat if needed. I look forward to many days on the water and I highly recommend this kayak.
Sweet Kayak
Picked up my Delta 6/15/19.This is a sweet, quality kayak, love it Used mainly on rivers and Florida's west coast bays and intracoastals.it's light, easy to paddle, tracks well and has plenty of storage.Though many folks are using SOT fishing kayaks, I'm still partial to the traditional sit ins.This is nicest boat I've ever owned.
Excellent choice if you want one all rounder kayak
I have rented touring and sit-on-top kayaks. This is my first kayak purchase. I researched a lot of sites looking for an entry level sea kayak that was light enough for a single person to load; short enough to store in my already full garage; sea worthy enough to safely handle CA pacific coastal bays and estuaries, including surf entries/exits; nimble enough to navigate river delta and marshes. I read that best kayak is not the fastest, sleekest, most storage, etc., but is the one you actually take out frequently because it is light and versatile. Great advice for your 1st kayak. I have had this for about 5 months now and no complaints so far. Ii is super fun. I have paddled in 2-3 ft pacific swells in Santa Cruz and Monterey, made surf entries/exits on shore breaks, as well as more casual paddling in San Francisco Bay, and in its adjacent wetlands and marshes. It tracks well, even in wind, and I feel no need for a rudder or skeg (something I was worried about when lots of 14ft kayaks seemed to come with a rudder or a skeg as standard). It is stable (I have not fallen out yet), but is tippy enough that it is fun to steer with hips. I am 6ft tall and 185lbs and I have found the adjustable seat and foot rests super comfy: 3-4 hours in seat without any pain. The wide range of available adjustment (seat has five settings vs fixed on many other kayaks of similar cost) is great if you have kids or spouse that want to kayak with you occasionally. I often find it easier for to rent a larger kayak from rental shop for myself, and then put my young teenage kids in the Delta. I haven't over nighted anywhere yet, but I am climber/hiker so my UL camping gear would allow me to do 2-3 nights I reckon. My only concern is that I take a little more care around submerged coastal rocks and tight coastal coves in rough water because of the ABS material.
Nice to paddle, returned twice for leaks
I've had 2 of these boats develop leaks, fortunately they both occurred within 1 year of purchase and were returned to REI They are light, they easily scratch, seat adjustment can be tricky if you dont move the knot, too bad these boats didnt' last
Gorgeous & durable boat, exceptional performance
7 years and going strong. My 12.10 has lived up to every bit of the hype. Performs equally well for coastal waves as surely as tight Florida rivers. Though not a sea kayak in length, it has surprising speed and handles coastal waters very well. The hatches stow lots of gear and it is great for camping excursions. If you are looking for an all-around kayak for multiple types I lead kayak groups and my Delta 12.10 has survived 7 years of heavy use. It has been accidentally dropped, banged, rammed and scratched but just keeps going and looking beautiful. It is still a gorgeous boat and I continue to get compliments regularly. I am 5'6" and although the 12s seems to be recommended for my physical size, I have used this 12.10 comfortably and appreciate the extra (almost) foot for smooth tracking. I love this boat and now buying one for my son.
Awesome Boat
I've owned this boat for 2 years and paddled many miles in it. The build quality is excellent. Tracks very well. Hatches don't leak. I have nothing bad to report. It's worth the money.
Really beautiful
I just got this kayak as a birthday gift, it is the first kayak that I have owned. It arrived (shipped to my house) in perfect condition as far as I can tell, and it is beautiful. The colour (red) is very bright and the finish is shiny, it looks much nicer than a rotomolded PE boat to my eye. I would recommend opening the hatches for the first time in a well ventilated area, because it smells very strongly of epoxy when you open them, but once they aired out I haven't noticed anything. The deck lines are all in recessed ridges in the deck with handy dents so you can get a finger under them. All of the bolts appear to have rubber gaskets on the inside of the boat to limit leakage when you have water on the deck. The carry handles are comfortable and sturdy, at least for the short trek from the parking lot to the water near my house. All that to say, the fit and finish is exceptional, I had heard good things and I wasn't disappointed in the least. As far as paddling it, my point of comparison was some sit on top boats that I had borrowed from friends, and this is a lot more fun. I don't know if it is faster, because I haven't raced anyone yet, but it feels a lot quicker, the acceleration is light and it goes more or less in a straight line, even with a few inches of chop. In smooth water at a gentle pace the hull is nearly silent, quiet enough that I could sneak up on a bird eating a fish on the beach and get pretty close, so if that's what you want to do, you should be happy, I guess. The seat is pretty comfortable, I spent about 3 hours in it today and my butt and lower back are not doing too badly, and it is easy to adjust, the mechanism is simple and should be durable, and it adjusts in front of you (at least leaning forward and back, not the height adjust) which is convenient. My favorite adjustment, however, is that the whole seat slides forward or back into maybe 5 different positions. This allows me to get my thighs inside the padded thigh braces without slouching, I'm not very tall (~5'9") and was able to get a good fit. The foot braces are also adjustable and seem pretty sturdy, plus the platforms are comfortable enough for bare feet. The boat feels stable and gives me confidence to edge a little. I was in paddling in pretty flat water, but when I got the wake from speed boats passing by, the 12.10 did just fine, no matter which direction the swells hit, it stayed collected even though I am a total novice. The hatches appear to be mostly water tight, I would still put my stuff in dry sacks if I was going on a trip, but my phone (in a waterproof case) did fine in the day hatch, though after a few hours of practicing rolls (unsuccessfully) and reentries (hilarious, but successful) there were small puddles in the larger hatches. Overall, I am totally in love with this thing, it is a lot of fun and it has given me a lot of confidence. I am having a blast and have ordered a Delta 12.5 catfish sit on top for my wife (I had to special order it because REI doesn't stock them at the moment, so it isn't here yet, but based on this one I am really excited)