This new Kajak Sport Kayak Valley Canoe Products compatible narrow Oval Hatch (41 x 22 cm) Hatch Cover represents the next generation of hatch cover design, developed for paddlers who demand absolute reliability in real outdoor conditions. This new silicon hatch from Kajak sport fits both composite and rotomoulded plastic kayaks hatch rims. Available as standard in four carefully selected colours, these super light hatch covers combine performance, durability, and clean Scandinavian design. This is a replacment hatch for the discontinued Valley Hatches supplied as OEM (Original equipment) on a number of brands of kayaks from the UK, New Zealand and Australia The Kajak Sport VCP (Valley Canoe Products) Standard Oval Hatch is designed to fit many Canoe Sports, Mirage, Valley, North Shore, Impex, and Necky kayak models, along with many other compatible brands. Common Valley models include the Etain, Nordkapp, Anas Acuta, Aleut, and Rapier. Technical specification Weight: 550 grams Length: 445 mm Width: 257 mm Fits a rim with a Nominal outer dimension of 439 cm x 254 cm- The 41 x 22 cm refers to the size of the hatch opening not the dimensions of the cover or external rim dimensions.(Rotomoulded kayaks may have slightly smaller openings for the same hatch cover, use the outer dimensions of the rim when sizing) Next-Generation Performance for Demanding Paddlers The new Kajak Sport Kayak Hatch Cover represents the next generation of hatch cover design, developed for paddlers who demand absolute reliability in real outdoor conditions. Created using Kajak Sports proprietary material, this hatch cover opens entirely new possibilities in performance, usability, and design. The result is a fully waterproof, exceptionally lightweight, and remarkably easy-to-use hatch cover that performs consistently in both arctic cold and tropical heat. Designed to fit both composite and roto moulded plastic kayaks, the cover maintains excellent flexibility and sealing performance regardless of temperature, UV exposure, or changing weather conditions. Whether used on long expeditions, daily training sessions, or weekend adventures, it delivers dependable protection every time. Thanks to its ultra-light construction, a kayak equipped with four hatch covers can save nearly 500 grams in total weight, without compromising durability or strength. The clean, modern design integrates seamlessly with any kayak deck, while the ergonomic hatch pull ensures effortless opening, even with cold hands or gloves. Two integrated leash attachment points underneath the cover provide practical security for demanding marine use. The material is fully UV- and weather-resistant and engineered for a long service life. It is chemically inert, does not release microplastics, and remains stable in water, making it a responsible choice for long-term outdoor and marine environments. Available as standard in four carefully selected colors, combining performance, durability, and clean Scandinavian design. Which Kayaks use this hatch- Here is a partial list of kayaks use this size hatch cover and it is supplied as OEM by manfuacturers. It is not acomplete or even comprehensive list and some versions of a model may have different hatches depending on year of manufacture. This is an Oval hatch and typically used as a rear and occasionally front hatch. Valley hatches were notorious for failing in Australian conditions (Cracking/ crumbling like a dry creek bed) This new model from Kajak Sport (along with the rubber version) is made of different materials and will not do this. Brands and Models Canoe Sports Many Models made both in NZ and Australia including Raider X Mirage Not sure of specific models Valley Aleut II; Anas Acuta; Etain; Etain RM; Gemini RM; Nordkapp; Rapier; Impex Assateague; Caska; Currituck; Force Category 4; Force Category 5; Montauk; Mystic; Northshore Atlantic 2 Composite; Atlantic Composite; Atlantic LV Composite; Ocean 17 Composite; Ocean 17-6 Composite; Necky Chatham 16; Chatham 17; Chatham 18; Elias composite; Eliza composite; Seaward Gemini XLC; Legend; Mantra; Shadow; Silhouette; Tiderace Pace 17 Tour; Pace 18; Xcape; Xceed; Xplore; Kajak Sport Viviane exp;
