Dagger Katana 10.4 Crossover Kayak
The Dagger Katana 10.4 Kayak is a true crossover boat for paddlers who want one kayak to handle whitewater rapids, loaded river trips, and flatwater touring. With a balanced rocker profile, defined chines, and a forgiving stern shape, the Katana 10.4 is designed to inspire confidence while staying playful and responsive on moving water.
On flatwater, the Katana tracks efficiently and carries speed. In rapids, the hull offers solid initial and secondary stability, while the rounded stern deck—borrowed from Dagger’s Mamba—sheds water quickly and keeps the kayak predictable in waves and boily features. Add in generous storage and you have a multi-day river trip machine that still feels fun on your local runs.
Why Paddlers Choose the Katana 10.4
The Katana 10.4 is built for paddlers who split their time between river trips and day missions. The longer waterline adds glide and gear capacity, making it ideal for larger paddlers or those carrying camping loads. A drop skeg helps it hold a straight line on lakes and slackwater, while the hull shape and rocker keep it manoeuvrable in rapids.
Dagger’s Contour Ergo outfitting gives a secure, comfortable fit that works for long days in the seat. Adjustable thigh braces, hip pads, leg lifter, and a supportive backband let you fine-tune the boat for rolling, edging, and boofing—without sacrificing comfort on those long flat sections between rapids.
Built for Multi-Day River Trips & All-Water Touring
The Katana 10.4 has the storage and safety features you’d expect in a serious crossover kayak. A stern hatch and bulkhead provide dry storage for overnight gear, while a removable bow bulkhead and internal storage wall help keep loads secure and balanced. Reinforced hatches stand up to repeated use during shuttles and portages.
Durable rotomoulded polyethylene holds up to rocky launches, shallow rapids, and travel. Grab handles and deck rigging make carrying, lining, and loading the boat easier, whether you’re on a weekend overnight or a week-long river expedition.
Key Features & Specifications
- Use: Crossover kayak for river-running, light whitewater, and flatwater touring
- Design Focus: Balanced rocker profile for speed on the flats and manoeuvrability in whitewater, with beveled and flared sidewalls for strong secondary stability
- Skeg System: TruTrak adjustable drop skeg for improved tracking on flatwater and in wind
- Outfitting: Contour Ergo outfitting with leg lifter seat adjust, ratcheting backband, precision thigh braces, and multi-adjustable hip pads for a secure fit
- Storage: Stern hatch and bulkhead, removable bow bulkhead, internal storage wall and gear bag, plus deck bungee rigging for expedition loads
- Length: 10' 4" / 315 cm
- Width: 27.25" / 69 cm
- Boat Weight: 56 lbs / 25 kg (approx.)
- Volume: 104 gal / 393 L
- Paddler Weight Range: approx. 155 – 285 lbs / 70 – 129 kg
- Capacity: up to ~285 lbs / 129 kg combined paddler and gear
- Construction: Rotomoulded high-density polyethylene for durability and impact resistance
- Model: Dagger Katana 10.4 Crossover Kayak
Dagger Kayak Owner’s Manual (PDF) – Outfitting, safety & care
Product Overview & On-Water Video
Available Through AQ Outdoors Calgary & Edmonton
The Dagger Katana 10.4 Kayak is available in Canada through AQ Outdoors Calgary & Edmonton. With decades of river experience, our team can help you choose the right size, set up your outfitting, and build a complete kit with PFD, paddle, sprayskirt, and safety gear. Shop in-store or online with Canadian inventory and shipping options across the country.
Who It’s For (Target Audience)
The Katana 10.4 is ideal for intermediate paddlers, expedition-focused river runners, and larger paddlers who want one kayak for everything from overnight river trips to after-work laps. It’s a great fit for:
- Paddlers linking rapids, flat sections, and lakes on the same trip
- River trippers who need storage and stability without a full sea kayak
- Larger or gear-heavy paddlers wanting a higher capacity crossover design
- Adventurous paddlers upgrading from a recreational kayak into a more capable boat
Dagger Katana 10.4 Kayak – Frequently Asked Questions
What type of paddling is the Dagger Katana 10.4 best for?
The Katana 10.4 is a crossover kayak designed to handle a mix of whitewater, mellow rapids, and flatwater. It’s ideal for river trips with long pools between rapids, expedition-style paddling, and paddlers who want one boat for both lakes and rivers.
Is the Katana 10.4 suitable for larger paddlers?
Yes. With a recommended paddler range around 155–285 lbs (70–129 kg) and a roomy cockpit, the Katana 10.4 is well-suited to average and larger paddlers, or paddlers carrying extra gear for longer trips.
How does the drop skeg help on the water?
The TruTrak adjustable drop skeg lowers from the stern to improve straight-line tracking in wind, current, and open water. Drop it for flatwater and long crossings; raise it when you want quicker turning and more responsive handling in rapids and tight channels.
What’s the difference between the Katana 9.7 and 10.4?
The 9.7 is shorter and more nimble, better suited to smaller paddlers and more whitewater-focused use. The 10.4 offers more length, volume, and storage, making it a better choice for larger paddlers, longer trips, and mixed whitewater/flatwater paddling.
Is the Katana 10.4 stable enough for beginners?
Yes. The hull is designed with strong initial stability and supportive secondary stability, helping new paddlers feel comfortable while they learn to edge and read moving water. Many paddlers choose the Katana 10.4 as a first “serious” kayak that they won’t quickly outgrow.
Can I buy the Dagger Katana 10.4 online from AQ Outdoors?
In many cases you can order online and choose pickup from AQ Outdoors Calgary or Edmonton, or arrange shipping across Canada. Current availability, colours, and freight options are shown on the product page or can be confirmed by contacting our team.