cooler mornings, quieter waters
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SAVE $100 OR MORE ON CRESCENT KAYAK PACKAGES
USE PROMO CODE 'CRESCENT100' DURING CHECKOUT. Valid online, phone, and in-store with a purchase of 2 or more accessories of any value totaling $899.00 before discount. Sale items included! PLUS: Sales tax is waived on all orders delivered out of state!
// gear that outperforms + outlasts //
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Crescent Kayaks
Your official Crescent Kayak dealer, retailer, demo, and rental center serving greater...
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Honu Inflatable Paddleboards
NES is the official Honu paddleboards retailer, rental, and demo center for...
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Mocean Kayaks
Mocean touring kayaks are designed and built in the USA using premium...
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Paddlesports Accessories
From Crescent Kayak accessories and customization components to universal fitment accessories from...
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Life Jackets
The best Personal Floatation Device (PFD) is the one you want to...
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Wetsuits and Paddling Attire
Comfort and cold water protection for paddling and surf sports.
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Transport and Storage
Gear racks and transport accessories designed with the utmost safety, gear compatibility,...
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Electric Kayak Motors and Outboards
Offering the entire line of Newport Vessels electric motors, batteries, and controllers...
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Inshore Fishing
From saltwater-tough inshore rod and reel fishing combos by Toadfish, to YakAttack...
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Performance Dog Gear
Dog equipment developed by Non-stop Dogwear for outdoor adventures no matter the...
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Gallery Concepts Souvenirs
Gallery Concepts of Maine creates decorative prints, ornaments, magnets, and trail signs...
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Beach Chairs and More
A growing selection of the best portable beach and backyard furniture, coolers,...
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Apparel and Accessories
Live the outdoor life with catchy tees, stylish hats, and drinkware that...
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Kayak, Canoe, and SUP Outlet
Featuring a growing selection of closeout, demo, rental, or second-hand kayaks from...
TRY BEFORE YOU BUY! Personalized demos offered here.
Try up to 4 kayak, canoe, or SUP models. Cost is $50.00 and is fully refundable if a purchase is made within 14 days. *Newport Motor demos are an add-on of $50 (also refundable), subject to availability.*
Compare multiple world-class products
Brands include Crescent Kayaks and HONU Boards. Try a carbon paddle or a perfect fitting PFD!
Performance + Versatility that will Truly Wow You
A paradigm shift in the worlds of kayaking and inflatable paddleboards.
Refresh + Recharge Your Outdoor Adventure
NES is committed to becoming your trusted outdoor exploration partner with decades of award-winning service powering what we do.
At NES, we believe good business means being good people.
About the photo | On Father’s Day 2025, the Petersheim Family drove 17 hours round-trip to our store in York, ME from Lancaster, PA specifically to purchase a Crescent Crew tandem kayak and accessories from us because they wanted to experience NES in person. They knew the trip would be worth the effort based on the phone conversations we had. This was a major highlight of the year for all of us. We remain grateful we had a chance to meet all of them and play a part in their new chapter of Exploration.
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NES is a locally owned, passion driven small business devoted to your long-term fulfillment on the water, trail, beach, or beyond. We strive to go above and beyond to create a knowledge and resource rich environment through a responsive and accommodating culture of service.
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We recommend making an appointment to visit our shop to ensure our undivided attention is yours. Feel free to text if easiest! We are often offsite for deliveries, demos, lessons, or events and therefore are unable to be at the shop all hours of each day.
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Our Returns + Exchanges policy puts you first. Although we are a small business with limited resources, we try to outshine the corporate retailers when it comes to your upfront and ongoing satisfaction. Check it out!
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Need to arrange a domestic kayak freight shipment or extend your Courier Delivery beyond our normal radius of 150 miles? Let's chat! NES is now a member of the leading 3PL brokerage to secure competitive quotes for oversized items.
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Online orders typically ship within 24 hours via UPS, USPS, Freight by our own White Glove Courier system, unless in-store pick up is chosen. Most in-store pick ups are processed within 2 hours. Complex orders may require up to 4 hours.
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Worried you might miss out on a cool new gear item? Looking to spread your payments? 48 hour holds are available without a deposit, and we offer a 3 month Layaway Program Nov - Mar with 25% down payment.
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Niche selection, only products we trust.
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Our shop has three levels and a loading bay!
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Picking up gear? Visit our town while you're here!
Check out our customer stories!
NES posts stories several times a week illustrating the experiences customers had while at our shop, at their home, or on their own adventures. We’d love it if you liked or followed our Page!