How It's Made: Sterlings Sea Kayaks Factory Tour

Not all kayaks are created equal, and this week we find out what it takes to make some of the highest performance kayaks in the world! Sterlings Kayaks are designed and built in Bellingham WA, with Sterlings and his team of incredible craftsmen. The attention to detail and uncompromising attitude when it comes to materials and construction makes these some of the most sought after kayaks in the world. We were honored to get a tour behind the scenes to see the process and learn a little more about the man behind the brand.
If you'd like to learn more about Sterlings Kayaks please visit his website www.sterlingskayak.com/
If you're in the Portland Area you can also demo one of his kayaks at Alder Creek Kayak and Canoe.
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[@bgphillips4239]

Nice work as usual, Dan. I hadn't heard of Sterlings until I paddled with a woman recently who has one... turns out she lives about half a mile down the street from me. She paddles an Ice Kap, but they seem to make a few different nice boats. I had wondered why their skegs were so close to the middle of the boat, but his explanation makes sense.

[@kevinwaters-marsh217]

What an awesome video. A true master boat builder, Mr. Sterling, thank you. I have a greater appreciation for my boat and the workmanship that goes into it. Thank you Dan. I can tell from your voice how proud you are of your past association with Mr. Sterling. Great work, thank you.👍

[@paddlefaster]

I'd never heard of Sterling kayaks before. They're absolutely stunning!

[@HeadwatersKayak]

For rough water performance and rolling they are second to none that I’ve tried.

[@PubnicoExpat]

I met Sterling on a few occasions and paddled his personal boat at one of our local kayak meets. It's so true these are the Ferraris of kayaks. Even paddling his boat which was set up for him still was better than any other boat. I too am ruined for all other kayaks and I hope to own one of his boats someday. I've driven by his shop countless times but still haven't stopped in as I'm afraid I might buy a boat. Someday I will.

[@joycedimaggio3816]

Beautiful kayaks! Thanks for the tour!

[@Hutch_moto]

Cool old craftsman that still innovates, getting rare .

[@sgtjim]

These boats are insane. I looked on their site before you mentioned the "Ferrari of Kayaks" .. and sure as heck are priced up there, but they're beautiful.

[@markj9312]

Love your Chanel man keep paddling

[@vanlifenomad]

Excellent workshop great upload, All the best from the UK

[@311rooster]

Love that orange boat color

[@piyachetty3023]

Great stuff dan great video loving these how the boats are made videos 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@TWjazz78]

This is fascinating! Thank you!

[@hartleyglenn33]

Makes me want one!

[@Frsmyr]

Very cool tour. Nice kayaks.

[@BernPisarcikJr]

Having a Bonafide and 2 outbacks, this man’s workmanship has intrigued my interest to try something new. Thank you, great video.you take the mic like a pro.

[@XtraordinaryFishing]

Trying to decide between a hobie or going with bonafide any pros/cons

[@BernPisarcikJr]

Xtraordinary get something with pedals if you plan on fishing. I upgraded my son from SS107 to a 2020 Outback. He is much happier fishing.

[@ajw007white6]

Great video sir thank you for sharing cheers🍻🍻🍻

[@ramiroguerrero6331]

I have lots of design with fiber knowledge, they are using the right construction methods and materials, I will buy my first kayak from him 🤓

[@goldenboomer1]

A craftsman of the old school.. I had a chance to chat with him prior to a family 2 month long distance paddle (AK to WA) last year. Too bad I am landlocked, I would enjoy a chance to try one...

[@arthurjonesbey9999]

So wanna try a sea kayak.

[@cup_and_cone]

Buy once, cry once. Those are lifetime boats right there. Can't believe they have hulls below 40lbs.

[@kenmiller5318]

Awesome

[@yokaiofwater]

Can you do a video on sit in fishing kayaks and your opinions on them?

[@bottomlinebassin2001]

These things are works of art, and 50#!?

[@rocksinthesky5918]

“Now just an old man tryna fake it” tooo humble

[@rickquist3992]

*Ferrari* sums those up nicely!

[@ae_pd]

😍

[@georgewilliamssr5230]

Some day Sterling. I may have you build me a boat.

[@Novafreak64]

Don't know if I wanna save up for a Fathom or a Reflection

[@manhpham6379]

What country is this factory in?

[@outdooradventurenorway]

In a couple years, i know you don't send stuff, you need to send me a sterling kayak to Norway... maybe with personal delivery, this is up to you 😁🇳🇴👋

[@manhpham6379]

i am Vietnamese.What country is this factory in?

[@tobias3t290]

Anybody know about Progression in Europe? I'd like to try it on the water. Danmark, Sweden, Norway or Germany.

[@istra70]

Check " Tiderace" kayaks...

[@mcjondumoran7472]

hello Uncle I Want To Have A Kayak Boat But I Don't Have To Buy A Kayak Because I'm Still Studying And Then I'm Just Looking For My Tuition To Pay For. At school Because My Family Is Poor Then Our House Is Just Near The Sea I Fished Using Only The Handline On The Side Only The Side I Really Want To Have A Kayak So I Can Go Deep For More Dish. I am from the Philippines

[@LifeisGood-ye8rl]

$1220 more expensive than the NDK Romany/explorer standard layup and nordkaap. Still more expensive than the Skim Kayak made in Germany. Does this man have a kayak model call the grand delusion?