Stellar Kingfisher G2 UltraLight Excel Construction

Stellar’s 16 foot Kingfisher is an intermediate sit-on-top and the 2nd generation of their popular S16S. The Kingfisher has an updated cockpit with a comfortable and ergonomic seat with a footwell that will fit both short and tall paddlers. Increased beam will make about any paddler able to paddle this boat and the modified rocker makes it easier to handle waves and to manoeuvre. The surprising speed of this hull will keep you competitive in your paddling group or a race. Can be pre-ordered in most colour combinations with a stripe free of charge. Select a custom colour and let us know what you’re after and we’ll confirm it for you. This is the ultralight excel construction. The slightly heavier advantage construction is available here. Stellar Kayaks are available in a large range of colours and constructions not listed on our website. Click here for more information about options available but not listed. Excel construction Weight: 12.6 kg Description: Gelcoat finished Kevlar and carbon fibre sandwich construction with Nomex honeycomb core. Epoxy resin laminate heat cured in the mould. SPECIFICATIONS BOAT CHARACTERISTICS Length 4.95m Good Primary Stability Beam 57.5cm Soft Chine     Side Carry Handles Depth 33.5cm Defined Keel for Tracking     Bow and Stern Handles Paddler 1.5m-1.96m Great Secondary Stability     Efficient Hull Shape Capacity 145kg Adjustable Footbrace   Steering Line High strength Spectra Dyneema steering line controls the rudder direction. No rusting, and low stretch for instant response. Seating Ergonomic Generation 4 seat with back-band, low hump. Longer cockpit handles to carry the boat balanced even with a load in the hatch Shaped Bow Deck Peaked deck with higher volume near the cockpit helps to shed water in the rough stuff and allows for a narrow stroke catch. Bow & Stern Handles Stream-lined Carbon fibre handles. Storage Compartments 2 Water tight storage compartments with bulkheads. The Cockpit hatch is now higher to keep it out of the water Footbrace 3-point footbrace allows for a powerful leg drive with easy and responsive steering via toe pedals. Steering Standard over stern Smart track “ski” rudder, that pops up with obstacles or an optional under stern rudder for more power in the rough. Cockpit Fast draining Debrito venturi bailer that can be closed for a dry ride when not needed. D-ring anchors available for thigh straps and Clam shell seat pad. Stability & Speeds Long and efficient hull lines and a slender bow for low form and wave drag for a smooth and fast running hull. Increased waterline beam adds capacity and stability.