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P&H Sea Kayaks

P&H Sea Kayaks is a sea kayak manufacturer founded in 1968, known for models such as the Cetus and Aries and owned by Pyranha.

Last updated September 16, 2026

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Overview

P&H Sea Kayaks is a kayak manufacturer founded in 1968. It established a range of canoes and kayaks across disciplines, produced its first sea kayaks in 1979, and was sold to Pyranha in 2003. The company continues to produce sea kayaks including the Cetus and Aries.

History

P&H was founded in 1968 and quickly established a range of successful canoes and kayaks spanning various disciplines, with standout models such as the Phazer slalom kayak and the MKII Surfer. In 1975, producing the Orinoco under licence from Pyranha began an enduring relationship between the companies, and several more of Pyranha's models were produced under licence by P&H in the following years. In 1979, P&H produced its first sea kayaks, the 'Umnak' and 'Icefloe' designed by Derek C. Hutchinson; the same year current Production Manager Perran Shreeve joined the company. In the mid-1990s the Capella set the benchmark for polyethylene sea kayaks, followed by the composite Capella in 1997. In 2003, Dave Patrick retired, selling the company to Pyranha, which continues P&H's heritage through world-renowned models such as the Cetus and Aries.

Products and positioning

Setting the standard for over 50 years with original award-winning designs and a dedication to excellence.

  • Phazer

  • MKII Surfer

  • Orinoco

  • Umnak

  • Icefloe

  • Capella

  • Cetus

  • Aries

  • Virgo

  • Valkyrie

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