NC Kayaks

NC Kayaks Pacific Northwest Style Kayaks hand built in Tacoma Washington. Founded 1999 Producing High Quality, Pacific Northwest Style Touring Kayaks

Here is the blog post about our Orca encounter while training for Seventy48.
09/04/2026

Here is the blog post about our Orca encounter while training for Seventy48.

Experience the thrill of an Orca encounter in the Salish Sea while paddling through breathtaking waters and training for SEVENTY48.

07/24/2026

Without further delay, our latest build in all its glory.

The decals are in and our most recent custom build is finished. More photos on the way but not until the customer has se...
07/23/2026

The decals are in and our most recent custom build is finished. More photos on the way but not until the customer has seen their kayak. Wouldn’t want to spoil the reveal.

Our latest build is on hold for custom decals. One of the few things we don’t make in house. It was getting warm in the ...
07/17/2026

Our latest build is on hold for custom decals. One of the few things we don’t make in house. It was getting warm in the shop so we opened the garage doors and the sun just kissed the bow.

What does a custom built kayak look like? The possibilities are endless. Today it looks like this.
07/13/2026

What does a custom built kayak look like? The possibilities are endless. Today it looks like this.

I haven’t tried Armra myself but from their choice in kayaks I think I might have to give it a go.
07/09/2026

I haven’t tried Armra myself but from their choice in kayaks I think I might have to give it a go.

We have just updated the Summer 2026 Bioluminescence post so you can plan your night outing to see them.
06/22/2026

We have just updated the Summer 2026 Bioluminescence post so you can plan your night outing to see them.

A calendar of the best times to see bioluminescence in Puget Sound this summer, so you can plan your kayaking adventure.

We had some warm weather here in the Pacific Northwest recently. Please keep in mind that the water in the Sound is alwa...
05/06/2026

We had some warm weather here in the Pacific Northwest recently. Please keep in mind that the water in the Sound is always dangerously cold, and the lakes haven't warmed up yet. If you are heading out to paddle, dress for the water temperature; cold water shock can happen to anyone. Have fun and stay safe.

Here’s a peek at the unveiled kayaks. Come to the Gig Harbor Paddlers Cup tomorrow to see them in person.
04/25/2026

Here’s a peek at the unveiled kayaks. Come to the Gig Harbor Paddlers Cup tomorrow to see them in person.

The Gig Harbor Paddlers Cup begins tomorrow at Skansie Brothers Park, April 25-26, we will be unveiling 2 gorgeous showc...
04/24/2026

The Gig Harbor Paddlers Cup begins tomorrow at Skansie Brothers Park, April 25-26, we will be unveiling 2 gorgeous showcase kayaks, our new innovative upcycled jewellery line, and offering test paddles of our NC15, NC17, and NC19 kayaks.
Hope to see you there!

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10801 A Street South, Unit Q
Tacoma, WA
98444

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