{"product_id":"dagger-picante-medium","title":"Dagger Picante Medium","description":"\u003cheader class=\"text-center mb-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDagger Picante Medium – Short, Fast \u0026amp; Playful Half-Slice Whitewater Kayak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDagger Picante Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e turns up the heat on the modern half-slice. Short, fast, and unapologetically playful, the Picante combines a \u003cstrong\u003efast planing hull, compact length, slicey stern, and serious river-running capability\u003c\/strong\u003e for paddlers who want to make more out of every rapid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThink of it as the more playful sibling to the \u003cstrong\u003eDagger Rewind\u003c\/strong\u003e. Where the Rewind balances downriver performance with a longer, more forgiving platform, the Picante goes shorter and more energetic. At just \u003cstrong\u003e7'10.5\" \/ 241 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Medium, it's designed for quick direction changes, stern engagement, surfing, splatting, pivoting, and generally finding the fun line instead of simply taking the fastest one downstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAdd Dagger's class-leading outfitting and you get a compact half-slice that may be built to play, but still has the control and security required when the river starts getting more serious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA New-School Short Half-Slice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Picante belongs to the newer generation of \u003cstrong\u003eshort half-slice kayaks\u003c\/strong\u003e that put playfulness back at the centre of river running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRather than stretching the waterline for maximum speed, the Picante keeps things compact. The Medium measures only \u003cstrong\u003e7'10.5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it a responsive feel and making it easy to redirect through technical water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThat shorter platform also makes the stern easier to access in shallower environments, opening up more opportunities for stern squirts, pivots, splats, rock moves, and creative lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Planing Hull\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eShort doesn't have to mean slow. At the heart of the Picante is a \u003cstrong\u003efast planing hull\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to generate speed efficiently while providing the crisp response paddlers want from a modern river-running half-slice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe planing surface gives the Picante the ability to accelerate across features, surf waves, carve through eddies, and carry momentum through technical moves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIt also gives the kayak a much livelier feel when you're using the river itself as the playground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Playful Than the Dagger Rewind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIf you like the idea of a Dagger Rewind but want something \u003cstrong\u003eshorter, looser, and more playful\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Picante is the boat to look at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe shorter length makes it quicker to rotate and easier to fit into smaller features, while the lower-volume stern encourages a more active paddling style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Rewind remains a versatile half-slice for paddlers prioritizing downriver performance and progression. The Picante pushes further toward play while retaining enough river-running ability to make it much more than a park-and-play boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlicey Stern, More Ways to Play\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe stern is where the Picante earns its half-slice credentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA lower-volume tail makes it easier to engage the stern for \u003cstrong\u003esquirts, pivots, splats, rock moves, and quick directional changes\u003c\/strong\u003e. Experienced paddlers can use that stern to turn ordinary eddy lines and river features into opportunities to get vertical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFor developing paddlers, the responsive stern also provides immediate feedback and encourages better edge control, body positioning, and active boat handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRiver Runner First, Playground Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDespite its playful personality, the Picante isn't designed to spend its entire life below the same surf wave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIts planing hull and modern river-running shape give it the speed and control needed to \u003cstrong\u003elink moves through rapids, punch features, catch small eddies, surf on the fly, and confidently continue downstream\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThat balance is what makes short half-slices so much fun: you don't have to choose between running the river and playing on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Responsive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e7'10.5\" long and 26.75\" wide\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Picante Medium combines a compact waterline with enough width and volume to support a broad range of medium-sized paddlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe short waterline helps the kayak turn quickly and react immediately to paddle strokes and edge changes, making it particularly entertaining on technical rivers where there are plenty of eddies, waves, rocks, and alternate lines to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDagger Outfitting – Control Where It Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA playful hull only works when the paddler is properly connected to it, and this is an area where \u003cstrong\u003eDagger's outfitting has long been one of the benchmarks in whitewater kayaking\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe secure, highly adjustable cockpit setup helps create direct contact between paddler and kayak, making it easier to transfer edge pressure, initiate the stern, drive through technical moves, and maintain control when the water gets pushy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIt's also designed around long days on the river, because a great stern squirt becomes considerably less impressive when your foot has been asleep for twenty minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere the Picante Fits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Picante sits in an increasingly popular category of \u003cstrong\u003eshort, high-performance half-slice river runners\u003c\/strong\u003e. Boats such as the Jackson Antix 3.0, Pyranha Storm, and Waka Skuxx follow a similar philosophy: keep enough bow and hull performance to run real whitewater, then combine it with a short, playful stern that encourages paddlers to interact with every feature they pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWithin Dagger's lineup, the Picante provides a natural option for paddlers who find the Rewind a little too focused on traditional downriver performance and want something that encourages a more playful style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDagger Picante vs Dagger Rewind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the Picante\u003c\/strong\u003e when playfulness, quick rotation, stern engagement, surfing, and creative river running are higher priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the Rewind\u003c\/strong\u003e when you want a longer half-slice platform with more emphasis on downriver speed, predictability, and all-around river-running progression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBoth can run rivers. The difference is how much trouble you're hoping to find on the way down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDagger Picante vs Jackson Antix 3.0\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eJackson Antix 3.0\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the obvious comparisons for the Picante. Both emphasize a short, playful half-slice platform capable of running rivers while making stern moves, surfing, and creative lines a major part of the experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFor paddlers comparing the two, fit and outfitting will be important considerations. The Picante brings \u003cstrong\u003eDagger's highly adjustable outfitting and connected cockpit feel\u003c\/strong\u003e to this shorter half-slice category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDagger Picante vs Pyranha Storm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePyranha Storm\u003c\/strong\u003e is another modern short half-slice aimed at paddlers who want a highly interactive river runner. The Storm maintains more creeking ability with the oversized bow, width, and rocker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Picante belongs in the same conversation, but sacrifices some creeking ability for a more compact design for paddlers who would rather turn the whole river into a playground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is the Picante Medium For?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWith a recommended paddler range of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e130–205 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Picante Medium is the centre of the three-size lineup and should suit a broad range of paddlers looking for the Picante's compact, playful handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIt's especially appealing for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium-sized paddlers looking for a modern short half-slice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermediate and advanced paddlers who prioritize playfulness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRewind paddlers wanting something shorter and more aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaddlers learning stern squirts and advanced edge control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperienced paddlers looking for a playful everyday river runner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKayakers who surf every wave and catch every eddy they can find\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaddlers comparing the Jackson Antix 3.0, Pyranha Storm or Waka Skuxx\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDagger Picante Medium Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; 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padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e7'10.5\" \/ 241 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e26.75\" \/ 66.75 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e69–70 US gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e130–205 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e8'2\" \/ 249 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e27\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e79 US gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e170–220 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort Half-Slice Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact river runner focused on play and manoeuvrability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Planing Hull:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for speed, carving, surfing and responsive handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayful Stern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-volume tail encourages stern squirts, pivots, splats and creative river moves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRiver-Running Capability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to play its way downstream rather than being limited to park-and-play sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact 7'10.5\" Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick to rotate and responsive in technical water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. 69–70-Gallon Volume:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-specific volume for a broad range of paddlers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDagger Outfitting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly adjustable cockpit system for comfort, connection and control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Paddler Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130–205 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Like the Dagger Picante\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHalf-slices have been getting longer, faster, and increasingly capable over the last few generations which is great, but eventually you start wondering whether someone forgot about the \u003cstrong\u003eslice\u003c\/strong\u003e part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Picante brings the focus back toward play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIt's short enough to feel immediately responsive, has the planing hull needed to carry speed and surf well, and puts a stern behind you that actually encourages you to use it. At the same time, it retains the outfitting and river-running DNA that make Dagger boats comfortable when the consequences increase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFor paddlers who want their everyday river runner to make the easy sections more entertaining without becoming useless when the river gets harder, the Picante hits a very interesting middle ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Through AQ Outdoors Calgary \u0026amp; Edmonton\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eShop the \u003cstrong\u003eDagger Picante Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e through \u003cstrong\u003eAQ Outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e in Calgary and Edmonton. Not sure whether the Picante, Rewind, Jackson Antix 3.0, Pyranha Storm, or another half-slice better fits your paddling? Talk to our whitewater paddlers and we'll help narrow it down based on your size, local rivers, experience, and how much time you intend to spend pointing the stern toward the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Accordion FAQ + Styles --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  :root {\n    --brand: #0f766e;\n    --brand-ink: #0b524d;\n    --text: #101828;\n    --subtle: #667085;\n    --bg: #ffffff;\n    --border: #e5e7eb;\n    --radius: 14px;\n    --shadow: 0 10px 20px rgba(16,24,40,.06), 0 2px 6px rgba(16,24,40,.06);\n    --speed: .28s;\n  }\n  .product-faq { margin: 2rem 0; padding: 0; }\n  .product-faq h2 { font-size: clamp(1.4rem, 1.1rem + 1vw, 1.9rem); line-height: 1.2; margin: 0 0 1rem; color: var(--text); }\n  .faq { background: var(--bg); border: 1px solid var(--border); border-radius: var(--radius); box-shadow: var(--shadow); margin: 0 0 .9rem; padding: 0; overflow: clip; }\n  .faq \u003e summary { list-style: none; cursor: pointer; display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr auto; align-items: center; gap: .75rem; padding: 1rem 1.1rem 1rem 1.2rem; font-weight: 600; color: var(--text); position: relative; outline: none; transition: background var(--speed), color var(--speed); }\n  .faq \u003e summary:focus-visible { box-shadow: 0 0 0 3px color-mix(in srgb, var(--brand) 30%, transparent); border-radius: calc(var(--radius) - 2px); }\n  .faq \u003e summary:hover { background: color-mix(in srgb, var(--brand) 8%, #fff); }\n  .faq \u003e summary::after { content: \"\"; width: 12px; height: 12px; border-right: 2px solid var(--subtle); border-bottom: 2px solid var(--subtle); transform: rotate(-45deg); transition: transform var(--speed), border-color var(--speed); margin-right: .25rem; }\n  .faq[open] \u003e summary::after { transform: rotate(45deg); border-color: var(--brand); }\n  .faq[open] \u003e summary { border-bottom: 1px solid var(--border); color: var(--brand-ink); }\n  .faq .answer { padding: .9rem 1.2rem 1.15rem; color: var(--subtle); line-height:1.6; animation:faqSlide var(--speed) ease both; }\n  @keyframes faqSlide { from { opacity:0; transform:translateY(-2px); } to { opacity:1; transform:translateY(0); } }\n  @media (prefers-reduced-motion:reduce) { .faq, .faq \u003e summary, .faq .answer { transition:none !important; animation:none !important; } }\n  @media (max-width:520px) { .faq \u003e summary { padding:.9rem .95rem; } .faq .answer { padding:.75rem .95rem 1rem; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq-heading\"\u003eDagger Picante Medium – Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat type of kayak is the Dagger Picante?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eThe Picante is a \u003cstrong\u003eshort, playful half-slice whitewater kayak\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to combine river-running performance with an easily engaged stern, responsive handling, surfing, and creative downriver play.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho is the Dagger Picante Medium designed for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eThe Medium has a recommended paddler weight range of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e130–205 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it the middle size in the Picante lineup.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow long is the Dagger Picante Medium?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eThe Picante Medium measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e7'10.5\" \/ 241 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e long and 26.75\" wide.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow much volume does the Picante Medium have?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eThe supplied specifications list the Medium at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e69–70 US gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the Dagger Picante more playful than the Rewind?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eYes. The Picante is positioned as a \u003cstrong\u003eshorter and more playful half-slice\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Rewind offers a longer platform with more emphasis on traditional downriver performance, while the Picante places greater emphasis on stern engagement, quick handling and play.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan the Dagger Picante still run harder whitewater?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eThe Picante is designed as a \u003cstrong\u003eriver-running half-slice rather than a dedicated playboat\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its fast planing hull and secure outfitting are intended to preserve useful downriver capability while providing a significantly more playful platform.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Dagger Picante have a planing hull?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eYes. A \u003cstrong\u003efast planing hull\u003c\/strong\u003e is central to the Picante's design, giving it speed, carving ability, surfing performance, and responsive handling.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the Picante good for stern squirts?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eThat's one of the major reasons to choose it. The \u003cstrong\u003eshort length and slicey stern\u003c\/strong\u003e are designed to make stern engagement, pivots, squirts, splats, and other downriver play moves more accessible.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does the Picante compare with the Jackson Antix 3.0?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eBoth fit into the \u003cstrong\u003eshort, playful half-slice river-runner category\u003c\/strong\u003e. They're aimed at paddlers who want to surf, engage the stern and play their way downstream while retaining real river-running capability. Fit, hull feel and outfitting are important considerations when choosing between them.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does the Picante compare with the Pyranha Storm?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eBoth are compact modern half-slices, but the \u003cstrong\u003eStorm places greater emphasis on creeking capability through its larger bow, width and rocker\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Picante trades some of that creek-focused character for a more compact and playful design.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eShould I buy a Picante or a Dagger Rewind?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eConsider the \u003cstrong\u003ePicante\u003c\/strong\u003e if you prioritize stern moves, surfing, quick handling and a more playful feel. Consider the \u003cstrong\u003eRewind\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want a longer half-slice platform with greater emphasis on downriver performance and progression.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the Picante a playboat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eNo. It's better described as a \u003cstrong\u003eplayful river-running half-slice\u003c\/strong\u003e. It gives you considerably more stern engagement than a conventional river runner while maintaining the bow, hull and outfitting needed to continue running the river.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size cockpit does the Picante Medium use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eThe supplied specifications list the cockpit at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e34\" x 19\" \/ 86.3 x 48.25 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhere can I buy the Dagger Picante Medium in Canada?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eShop the \u003cstrong\u003eDagger Picante Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e through \u003cstrong\u003eAQ Outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e in Calgary and Edmonton. Our whitewater paddlers can also help compare sizing and performance against other modern half-slices such as the Dagger Rewind, Jackson Antix 3.0, Pyranha Storm and Waka Skuxx.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dagger","offers":[{"title":"Aurora","offer_id":50314635804893,"sku":"840380506477","price":2369.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ripple Red","offer_id":50314635837661,"sku":"840380506484","price":2369.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Eddy Blue","offer_id":50314635870429,"sku":"840380506491","price":2369.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Makers Choice","offer_id":50314635903197,"sku":"840380506507","price":2369.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9211\/7571\/files\/DaggerPicanteSneakpeek.png?v=1790347596","url":"https:\/\/aqoutdoors.com\/products\/dagger-picante-medium","provider":"AQOutdoors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}