Models: Kaskazi Duo

Also available in 2 Sit-on-top versions - the AR and ARX, as a 2-piece sea kayak, and in Epoxy and Carbon/Kevlar

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duosail.jpg (9823 bytes) A Mid volume double sea kayak - suitable for everything from day trips to extended open ocean expeditions. Handles well in rough conditions, while still being fast on the flat water. Very stable without being excessively wide, carries loads of gear without being bogged down, and still manages to be fun in the surf. Wide and slightly rounded mid section for stability and fine bow for wave cutting, and fine stern section for improved water flow aft. Low deck for reduced windage. Comfortable cruising speed of over 9 km/h, and capable of over 12 km/h. Predictable handling in all conditions translates into a kayak novices appreciate and experienced kayakers enjoy.

Carbon / Kevlar Option
When you take the technology developed for the extremes of powerboat and yacht racing and apply it to the construction of a kayak, you can be assured of extreme stiffness in the hull, incredible impact resistance and durability.

While the increased performance in terms of straightline top speed on flat water will only be marginal, the real performance increase will be in acceleration, quicker turning ability, immediate reactions to body input, and ability to catch and run swells. The lively feel of a truly lightweight and stiff kayak is difficult to explain - you have to experience it.

Kaskazi Duo AR & ARX
Double sit-on-top kayak
duovsar2.jpg (5712 bytes) Sit-on-top versions of the proven Kaskazi Duo. All that changes is the seating arrangement from sit-in-to a comfortable sit-on-top. The rest of the kayak stays identical except for a slightly higher bow and the addition of 2 small centre hatches. Touring sized hatches of the Duo and a retractable rudder are standard items, as is the renowned performance of the Duo. The deep sit-on-top seat has adequate lateral support for effective bracing, while the adjustable pedals cater for all paddlers. The optional detachable deck and spraycover quickly transfers this sit-on-top into a kayak into a fully decked kayak.

The ARX models have everything as standard (drainage, bulkheads, extra deck rigging, detachable deck), while the basic AR model is ideal for adventure racing and training.

Weight: from 32 -35 kg

Kaskazi Duo - 2-piece kayak
We separate the kayak at the center bulkhead to give you two sections of the kayak that are easier to transport and store. To join the kayak two strengthened interlocking bulkheads are bolted together.
Once bolted together you have a very standard looking Kaskazi Duo with a faint line running around the middle of the kayak. The kayak will be approximately 2 kg heavier and even stronger than the original Duo due to the extra strength bulkheads.

Features
Type	Double sea kayak
Design	Leon Franken - 1998, Reworked March 2002
Material	Fibreglass or Carbon/Kevlar/Foam Core/Epoxy/Vacuum Bagged
Length	5.9 m
Width	68 cm
Weight	Carbon/Kevlar: 22 kg Fibreglass: 32 kg
Rudder	YES
Hatches	2
Bulkheads	3
Max. carrying capacity	280 kg
Maximum depth (bow)	0.44 m
Depth at cockpit	0.3 m (average)
Standard Features	Contoured Seat, Deck Rigging, Carry Handles, Rudder with uphaul and downhaul, Pedal controlled steering

Construction
Hull	Sandwich construction
Deck	Sandwich construction
Seam	Bonding of hull and deck with both an internal and external seam
Bulkheads	Flexible fibreglass bulkheads
Seats	One-piece fibreglass seat, bonded in place
Additional strengthening	Around the carry handles, cockpit area, the bow and stern

Specifications
Displacement	180 kg
Length - Waterline	5.85 m
Width - Waterline	67 cm
Length to width ratio	8.8
Centre of buoyancy	3.3 m aft 0
Centre of action	3.35 m aft 0
Draft	0.11 m
Wetted Hull surface	2.8 m2
Prismatic Coefficient	0.57
Block Coefficient	0.38

Drag
Speed in Knots	2	3	4	4.5	5	5.5	6	6.5
Drag in lb	1.3	2.73	4.69	6.12	8.09	10.84	14.58	17.07