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Headshot of World Champion Paddler Kai Bartlett

"Kai Wa'a to me has always been a way to share and express my passions within paddling.  My passion for designing, my passion for adventure and my passion for community.  I am truly blessed to be able to live these passions each and every day."

~Kai Bartlett, adventrepreneur

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DRACO OC1 Logo

Introducing the newest OC1 from Kai Wa'a -  a low volume, calm water canoe designed with the versatility to serve a large range of paddlers in calm to small surf conditions.

KAI WA'A CANOES

VEGA

"The performance and quality Iʻve been wanting from a ski for a long time.  A new standard for lightness and strength."

KAI WA'A KAYAKS

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KAI WA'A CANOES

"The stars aligned with the latest Kai Waʻa designed Ares. 
The Ares OC1 has set the bar and exceeded expectations as the next evolution of a versatile all around canoe. 
After 7 years on the market it continues to be the choice
of champions."

Gemini OC 2 Logo

"The new "LOVE BOAT". 
The Gemini OC2 is hands down the most fun vessel on the water."

KAI WA'A CANOES

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TEAM RIDERS

KAI WAʻA -THE CHOICE OF past,

present, and

future CHAMPIONS

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CHECK OUT THE LATEST KAI WAʻA 
                                merch!

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