The Dagger Axiom is a river cruising/play boat that combines the performance desired by experienced paddlers with the forgiveness and predictability suitable for newcomers and thosewishing to advance their river skills. For those who've thought of river play boats as "too small, too short, and too slow," this is their boat. From a performance standpoint, the Dagger Axiom offers great down river speed, effortless eddy hopping and attainment capabilities, smooth carving and wave surfing and the potential to side slip and spin on waves. A playful yet forgiving stern, roomy dry riding bow, and soft profile side walls blend together seamlessly to create an easy to roll package. It is the Axiom's all-river predictability combined with its classic play potential that will make this the boat of choice for seasoned paddlers through to whitewater newcomers. Closeout 2012 model.