Dagger is an outdoor sports equipment company that specializes in kayaks, canoes, and paddling gear. The company was founded in 1988 and is based in Greenville, South Carolina.
Founded in 1988 by Craig Smith and Luther Cifers.
Initially started selling whitewater kayaks and later expanded to other kayaks and canoes.
In 2019, the company was acquired by Johnson Outdoors Inc., a leading manufacturer of outdoor recreational products.
Dagger continues to innovate and expand its product line to provide top-quality kayaks and paddling gear to outdoor enthusiasts.
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The Axis 12.0 is a versatile sit-in kayak that's perfect for touring, fishing, or exploring. It features a unique hull design that provides stability and efficiency, and comes equipped with storage options and comfortable outfitting.
The Axiom 8.0 is a compact, high-performance whitewater kayak designed for tight turns and technical rapids. It features a planing hull and comfortable outfitting, and is suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers.
Dagger is headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina.
Dagger specializes in whitewater kayaks, but also makes touring kayaks, recreational kayaks, and fishing kayaks.
Dagger kayaks are primarily made from rotomolded polyethylene, which provides durability and impact resistance.
Sit-in kayaks are enclosed and provide better protection from the elements, while sit-on-top kayaks are open and provide easier entry and exit and more storage space.
Whitewater kayaks are designed for maneuverability and stability in turbulent water and are not typically suitable for long-distance touring. For touring, Dagger makes a range of sit-in and sit-on-top kayaks that are more suitable.