Dear Canoe Community, We need you.
This is a pre-order and crowdfunding campaign. Help us fund the moulds and bring a new kayak cross boat to the start line.
Our story
We're Manuel & Dimitri. We looked closely at the cross boats on the market: what's missing and what could be better. Then we set ourselves one goal: to build the perfect cross boat.
- 6 prototypes
- €20,000 of our own money
- 100s of hours in the workshop
Now we know we've got it.
Meet the boat
Built to win
- Faster in a straight line
- Turns faster and flatter
- Less slipping, more control
- Better rebound to exit the gate
- Cleaner landings off the ramp
- Integrated paddle holder to help stop false starts
- Adjustable volume to fine-tune your boat individually
- Built so it won't break in the middle
Our vision
2028 Los Angeles
We firmly believe this is the boat to win medals at the Olympic Games 2028 in Los Angeles.
And to take kayak cross to a whole new level.
Finally, a boat for everyone
Small and light paddlers have been left out for too long.
The XS/S is built for women, juniors and small, light paddlers: finally a boat that actually fits.
Not just a race boat
Yes, it's a cross boat. But it's also a really cool river runner for every level.
From first-timers to pros.
- The perfect training boat for clubs and recreational paddlers
- Great fun on artificial whitewater courses
- Easy whitewater
- Ideal for learning to edge and carve
- Playing in the eddies
The setback
We had a deal with a manufacturer. Then they pulled out at the last minute. The paddling industry is feeling the pressure of today's global economy, and there's little room left for new boats.
But we're not giving up.
A new partner. One last hurdle.
We've found a partner ready to build the boats: Lettmann GmbH. The catch: we have to fund the moulds ourselves.
Each mould costs around €13,000
That's where you come in.
Pre-order & crowdfunding progress per size
You only pay for your size
- You choose the size you want and only pay for that size.
- Only sizes with enough interest get produced. A size goes into production once its mould is fully funded.
- Your size isn't funded? Then it won't be produced and you pay nothing.
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Deadline: December 10. No payment upfront. You'll only get an invoice once your size is fully funded.
By athletes, for athletes
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Get your boat
Be among the first on the water, at a lower price.
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Pre-order: Race version
€2,200€2,100 incl. VATWith an MM Shape carbon interior, built for racing. Order now and get €100 off. You pay upfront for the boat once the crowdfunding for your size is successful.
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Pre-order: Club version
€1,399€1,299 incl. VATWith a durable plastic interior, made for club training and everyday paddling. Order now and get €100 off. You pay upfront for the boat once the crowdfunding for your size is successful.
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Back the project
Pick a tier, choose your size, and help fund the moulds.
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Early bird
€100
You're on the early-bird list and among the first to get your boat.
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Knee pads
€200
Early-bird list + free knee pads.
Final knee pads may differ from the photo.
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Boat bag
€300
Early-bird list + a cross boat bag.
Final bag may differ from the photo.
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Boat bag + knee pads
€500
Early-bird list + a cross boat bag and knee pads.
Final bag and knee pads may differ from the photos.
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Carbon interior
€1,000
Early-bird list + an MM Shape carbon interior that fits all cross boats on the market.
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Name the boat
€10,000
You choose the name of the new boat: your mark on the sport. First come, first served – only one backer can name the boat.
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Supporter
Any amount
No reward, just our thanks. Give what feels right and help bring this boat to the start line.
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Clubs & Federations
Get a good deal with a price reduction when you order and pay upfront.
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Win cool prizes
€25 per ticket. Every ticket supports the project too.
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Raffle
€25
Main prize A complete MM Shape carbon interior
Knee pads Boat bag Get a ticket for a chance to win one of these cool prizes. Winners are drawn after the deadline.
Free entry also possible: just email us at dimitri@mmshape.com.
For Swiss supporters
For Swiss people who want to support the project.
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Switzerland
Any amount in CHF
For Swiss clubs and backers: support the project in Swiss francs and get your invoice in CHF.
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Train with Alena Marx
CHF 800
A training session with Alena Marx – double World Champion, European Champion and World No. 1 – at the whitewater course in Huningue (Hüningen), paddling the new Crossboat. Water fees and equipment included.
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Train with Dimitri & Manuel
CHF 800
A training session with Dimitri Marx and Manuel Munsch, the two people behind the Crossboat, at the whitewater course in Huningue (Hüningen), paddling the new Crossboat. Water fees and equipment included.
Questions & answers
What happens if my size isn't funded?
You don't pay anything. We only send invoices for sizes whose mould is fully funded.
When do I pay?
After the deadline on December 10, 2026: if your size is fully funded, you get an invoice from us. Pre-orders are invoiced once the crowdfunding for their size is successful. Clubs and federations who order and pay upfront get an offer from us directly.
Can I support without buying a boat?
Yes. Become a supporter with any amount, get a raffle ticket, or choose “No size – just support the project” when you sign up.
Which size fits me?
Not sure? Send us a DM on Instagram or an email to dimitri@mmshape.com with your height and weight, and we'll tell you.
I'm in Switzerland. Can I pay in CHF?
Yes. Use the options under “For Swiss supporters” and you'll get your invoice in Swiss francs.
Can clubs order several boats?
Yes. Sign up under “Clubs & Federations” and we'll get back to you with an offer. Clubs that order and pay upfront get a price reduction.
How do I change or cancel my sign-up?
Just email us at dimitri@mmshape.com.
This boat can take our sport to the next level. We can't do it alone, but
Together, we can.