The Stellar Tandem 17 is ideal for family outings in lakes and rivers. The wide beam provides a stable platform for paddling and the generous cockpit openings make it easy to enter and exit the boat. Dry storage in bow and stern hatches provide ample room for your gear, whether a light snack or gear for a multiple day adventure. This is the ultralight version of the ST17 kayak in the excel construction that weights 22.5 kg- Slightly Heavier and cheaper lightweight advantage version 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. Comes with rudder fitted. Ultra Light weight Excel construction- Epoxy Kevlar and Nomex Core = 22.5 kg Weight: 22.5 kg Length: 17′ 5″ / 5.3 m Beam: 28” / 71cm Depth: 13.7″ / 34.8 cm Paddler: 5′ – 6’6″ / 1.5-2m Capacity: 500 lbs / 230kg Cockpit W: 17.7″ Cockpit L: 36.6″ Bow Storage: 15.6 Gal Stern Storage: 30.9 Gal Features Rudder Lines High strength Spectra Dyneema steering lines. No rusting, and low stretch Cockpits Extra Large oval cockpit for easy entry and exit, with heel pad. Adjustable padded seat, with a water bottle holder Decks Mid volume deck for medium sized paddlers. Cut-aways on bow deck for narrow catch and an efficient stroke. Static perimeter line and Bungee X lines for deck rigging Bow & Stern Handles Ergonomic carry handles for a comfortable haul to and from the water Foot Brace Smart Track Transitional footbrace is easy to adjust in the boat, with responsive steering Storage Compartments Large stern hatch and medium bow hatch for 2 watertight storage compartments Smart Track Hybrid Foil Rudder Efficient steering and low drag Hydrofoil fin, with rudder keep on stern deck Stability & Speed Wide beam for great primary stability and the Swede form design reduces wave drag and soft chines for great secondary stability Joint Line Double fibreglass taped seams lines, inside and out, for incredibly strong and durable hull and deck join Bottle Holder Seat Pad Kayak Bow Hatch Kayak Cut Away Kayak Rudder Kayak Stern Handle SmartTrack Footbrace Excel Construction Details Description: Very stiff and light, yet more affordable than the Ultra. Kevlar® adds impact strength to the laminate – Gelcoat finished heat cured epoxy Kevlar® and Fiberglass laminate with Nomex® Honeycomb Core. Great for racing, or those looking for a light boat, but not ideal for shallow water paddling.
