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Epic 18X Sport

Posted by admin in 18X Sport on 11 20th, 2009 | no responses

The Epic 18X Sport is designed, like the 18X, for intermediate to advanced touring paddlers seeking a distinct edge in a high-performance kayak. Paddlers find the increased stability and sleek, efficient shape of the 18X allow them to cover long distances with exceptional ease and speed, and that it performs great in rough water conditions. In addition to all the features that come standard on an Epic, the 18X Sport includes the advanced Epic Track Master™ steering system and now the latest Epic Track Master Plus with carbon retractable rudder fin for better steering control, an adjustable seat, large storage capacity, and front deck cutaways for a closer, more efficient stroke. While the 18X and 18X Sport beam widths are equivalent, the waterline width of the 18X Sport is approximately 1.5 cm wider than the 18X.

Specifications

Weight/Size

Length: 5.49 m Width: 55.9 cm Depth: 28.6 cm Capacity: 173 kg Cockpit: 86 x 41 cm

Hatch Openings

Bow: 35.5 x 21 cm Stern: 45 x 30.5 cm

Storage Capacities

Bow: 87 liters Stern: 119 liters

Details and Pricing

18X Sport Performance 19.5 kg (weight for fully equipped kayak with all components installed) – 2895 EUR including 19% VAT)

Infusion grade foam core
Composite hybrid of fiberglass, carbon fiber, and Kevlar
Vacuum infused, heat-cured epoxy
Black seam line

18X Sport Ultra 17 kg (weight for fully equipped kayak with all components installed)

(TMP rudder & dayhatch) - 3595 EUR including 19% VAT

Nomex honeycomb core
Woven Kevlar fabric
Vacuum bagged, heat-cured epoxy
Red seam line

18X Sport Expedition 21 kg - 3595 EUR including 19% VAT

Developed after the circumnavigation around Australia recently completed by Freya Hoffmeister using our standard 18XS and completing that challenge in record breaking time
Extra strong hull construction capable of handling heavy ocean conditions
Track Master Plus Retractable Rudder
Day hatch with extra bulkhead
look out for photos and delivery time to Europe very soon!!

Now 18XS Performance and Ultra are available with optional day hatch with extra bulkhead for easy access. Ask your local dealer for pricing of this option and we will be happy to provide you with this cool extra feature.