In the competitive world of canoe/kayak manufacture few companies have stood the test of time so well as Kirton. This success can be explained in one word, QUALITY which continues to be of vital importance to management and workforce alike. It runs through the heart of the company making it's presence felt at all stages of Design / Development, Manufacture / Technology, and Sales / Service. At this stage Kirton has the benefit of some of the best brains in the business. Apart from David Green himself who designed his first boat at age 12, it should also be remember 'ed Kirton make the famous Struer racing boats. These are designed by the legendary Jørgen Samson whose designs have won more Olympic medals - including Atlanta than any other. Rob Feloy is a seasoned and experienced sea kayaker and has been the motive force behind the range of sea kayaks which are steadily gaining the respect of this demanding sector of the market. At Kirton the years of experience are put to good effect to ensure that only materials of the highest quality are used and best build practices are employed at all times. All materials are scrupulously recorded and are traceable back to source. Kirton people know that all competition and sea boats take a hard pounding and the constructions chosen and the quality of the workmanship are designed to last. Attention to detail is meticulous and the latest technological inovations are used to keep high boat strength whilst keeping the weight low. Kirton people are canoeing people, they understand the needs of paddlers. As a specialist company, quality of the service means the ability to tailor boats and equipment to the requirements of the customer. With many different boat designs and constructions available, expert advice is always on hand. The military have long since recognised that Kirton and Quality are synonymous. The Skua and Klepper boats have been designed or developed for use by Special Forces throughout the world. They have confidence in the quality of the Kirton product upon which their lives may depend. Discerning paddlers demand Quality Designs, Quality Manufacture and Quality Service, Kirton provide all these. That is why Kirton is the choice of champions.