*ALL BOATS are IN-STORE pick up only at Bellingham WA or Houston TX "The V8 is such a perfect transition for experienced recreational or touring kayakers with a good sense of balance who are just getting into surfski kayaking. It is the most stable proper surfski on the market. Perfect for confidence in big water for experienced paddlers." -Rob Beck V8 With a hull design featuring specs of 18’ x 21.25”, the V8 is unique in its class. Fast, yet extremely stable, this is a surfski that most kayakers should be able to hop right onto and paddle off. The deck features all the surfski simplicity of the V10 and V12, the main components being a fully adjustable foot brace and rear deck bungees. The V8 also incorporates some new features that add to its user friendly appeal: molded in bow & stern carry handles, and a water bottle holder in the cockpit. The Epic bailer, breather tube and Epic surfski rudder configurations are standard. Our goal with the V8 is to provide a boat that bridges the gap between sea kayaks and surfskis. By blending speed, high stability and a performance oriented deck & outfitting, the V8 offers new levels of accessibility and opportunity. Fitness paddlers and racers who want extra emphasis on stability, touring kayakers looking to make the transition to high performance surfskis, or cruisers looking for a simple, efficient boat for a day on the water. The V8 will take you there. SPECIFICATIONS Length: 18'0" (5.48 m)Width: 21.25" (54 cm)Depth: 13" (33 cm)Capacity: 99-320 lbs (45-145 kg) CONSTRUCTION OPTIONS Performance 30.9 lbs (14 kg) $3,695 Infusion grade foam core Composite hybrid of fiberglass, carbon fiber, and Kevlar Vacuum infused, heat-cured epoxy Black bow & stern Ultra 26.2 lbs (11.9 kg) $4,695 Nomex honeycomb core A Composite hybrid of Kevlar fabric, carbon fiber and fiberglass Vacuum bagged, heat-cured epoxy Red bow & stern Elite 23.6 lbs (10.7Kg) $5,295 Nomex honeycomb core 3K carbon fiber laminate Vacuum bagged, heat-cured epoxy Grey gel coat with white bow, stern. light cosmetic imperfections should be expected in the finish of the Elite layup boats.
