How is Perception (American brand of recreational and touring kayaks) correctly pronounced?
Perception is pronounced 'pur-SEP-shun' — the same as the ordinary English word for awareness. In a technical interview: "Perception's kayak used a shallow-arch hull that tracked straighter than a flatter design."
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How is Wilderness Systems (American brand of sit-on-top and touring kayaks) correctly pronounced?
Wilderness Systems is pronounced 'WIL-dur-nes SIS-tumz' — both words said plainly, stress on the first syllable of each. In a technical interview: "Wilderness Systems's kayak included adjustable foot braces to fit paddlers of different heights."
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How is Old Town (American brand and one of the oldest kayak and canoe makers) correctly pronounced?
Old Town is pronounced 'OHLD town' — both words said plainly, named after the town in Maine where it was founded. In a technical interview: "Old Town's kayak used a three-layer polyethylene hull that resisted cracking on rocky landings."
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How is Necky (Canadian brand of sea kayaks) correctly pronounced?
Necky is pronounced 'NEK-ee' — stress on the first syllable. In a technical interview: "Necky's kayak included a skeg that could be lowered to help hold a straight course in crosswinds."
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How is Jackson (American brand of whitewater and fishing kayaks) correctly pronounced?
Jackson is pronounced 'JAK-sun' — the same as the common English surname. In a technical interview: "Jackson's kayak used a planing hull that made it easier to surf river waves."