By having designer Eric Schade add a little more volume to the Wood Duck 12, it helps out two kinds of paddlers: those who need a really generous amount of room for comfort, or those who need the space in the cockpit for a toddler or---more commonly---a big dog. The Wood Duck 14 is also an amazing platform for serious fishing. Again, the cockpit is absolutely voluminous.
Because of its size, we don't recommend the Wood Duck 14 for paddlers under 200 pounds unless there is also a need for the extra-long cockpit opening. We'd suggest a rudder for lighter paddlers. The Wood Duck 14 is ideal for all conditions, from placid narrow creeks to open bays.
Build this boat if:
- You need a gigantic but not excessively long kayak.
- You need a kayak that can carry a small child or a big dog in the cockpit.
- You need a versatile and commodious fishing platform.
- Ease of construction is important