Store: Carbon Fiber Hatch Recesses

Beckson Recess: In twill, installed on a Black Pearl. Now available for home builders:  For Beckson deckplates, Kayak Sport and VCP hatches.  These are the same carbon fiber hatch recesses used on our custom kayaks.  They are available either in plain weave or a beautiful 2X2 twill weave.  They are laminated from commercial grade carbon fiber (552 Ksi, 3K sizing at 12.5 weaves/inch).  Other fabrics (ie colored CF/FG or Kevlar blends) are available for additional cost.  Please inquire.

Designed to fit 6″ and 8″ pry-out and screw-out Beckson deckplates, Kayak Sport and VCP rubber hatches (round and oval).  The 6″ recess also can be used as a base for a number of compasses.  Best to install before joining the deck to the hull.

Beckson Deck Plate Kayak Sport & VCP Hatches
Standard (PDF)  Standard (PDF)

Our components are usually built on a to-order basis. Our turnaround time is generally 2-3weeks (longer, of course, if there is a backlog).

The prices listed below are for the carbon recesses only.  The deck plates and rubber hatches are not included.  They can be bought elsewhere (ie Defender Industries or Pygmy Boats).  Shipping is additional. Until I can fully set-up my shipping costs it will be calculated on a per-order basis.  Choose standard shipping at checkout.  Any extra money will be refunded.  Thanks.

6″ Beckson

8″ Beckson

  • For all 6″ Beckson deck plates
  • Dia, Bottom of Recess = 8.25″
  • Thickness = 1/16″+/-
  • For all 8″ Beckson deck plates
  • Dia, Bottom of Recess = 10.25″
  • Thickness = 1/16″+/-

$50.00 ea

$55.00 ea





Kayak Sport/VCP: Round

Kayak Sport/VCP: Oval

  • Fits KS 20cm Hatches
  • Fits VCP 7.5″ Hatches
  • 9.25″ diameter at inside bottom
  • Thickness = 1/16″+/-
  • Integral gutters
  • Fits KS 42×30 Hatches
  • Fits VCP 16×9 Hatches
  • 19.25″ long at inside bottom
  • Thickness = 1/16″+/-
  • Integral gutters

$65.00 ea

$100.00 ea