Kaskazi Skua
Also available in 2 Sit-on-top versions - the AR and ARX, as a 3-piece sea
kayak, and in Epoxy and Carbon/Kevlar

Long, sleek and fast. Mid volume fibreglass single sea kayak.
A contemporary design with elevated bow section, and relatively low stern. Distinctively
fishform shaped with soft chine and slight V-hull along the length of the hull. This
combined with limited rocker fore and aft results in a straight running kayak, yet
manoeuverable, and is easily steered by leaning. The relatively low initial stability
gives the kayak its remarkable responsiveness, while the rock-solid secondary stability
and sea friendliness of the kayak will give you the confidence to handle more challenging
conditions. This is an ideal expedition kayak, yet performs like a racing kayak, and is
the ideal touring alternative to a surfski.
Carbon / Kevlar
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 and 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 Skua AR & ARX
Double sit-on-top kayak
Sit-on-top versions of the proven Kaskazi Skua. All that changes is the seating
arrangement from sit-in-to a comfortable sit-on-top. The rest of the kayak stays
identical. Touring sized hatches of the Skua and a retractable rudder are standard items,
as is the renowned performance of the Skua. 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 22-24 kg.
Kaskazi Skua - 3-piece kayak
We separate the kayak at the two bulkheads to give you three sections of the kayak that
are easier to transport and store. To join the kayak strengthened interlocking bulkheads
are bolted together.
Once bolted together you have a very standard looking Kaskazi Skua with two faint lines
running around the bulkhead areas of the kayak. The kayak will be approximately 2 kg
heavier and even stronger than the original Skua due to the extra strength bulkheads.
| Features |
| Description |
Single sea kayak - expedition
tourer |
| Design |
Leon Franken - 2000 |
| Weight |
Fibreglass: 22kg
Carbon/Kevlar: 16kg |
| Material |
Fibreglass or Carbon/Kevlar |
| Length |
5.3 m |
| Width |
58 cm |
| Weight |
Fibreglass: 22 kg.
Carbon/Kevlar: 15kg |
| Rudder |
YES |
| Hatches |
2 |
| Bulkheads |
2 |
| Max. carrying capacity |
160 kg |
| Maximum depth (bow) |
0.38 m |
| Depth at cockpit |
0.3 m |
| 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
internal and external seams |
| 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 |
105 kg |
165 kg |
| Length - Waterline |
4.95 m |
5.02 m |
| Width - Waterline |
0.54 |
| Length to width ratio |
9.19 |
9.28 |
| Centre of buoyancy |
2.69 m aft 0 |
2.73 m aft 0 |
| Centre of action |
2.62 m aft 0 |
2.68 m aft 0 |
| Draft |
0.10 m |
0.13 m |
| Wetted Hull surface |
1.90 m2 |
2.24 m2 |
| Prismatic Coefficient |
0.556 |
0.576 |
| Block Coefficient |
0.381 |
0.441 |
| Drag (at
displacement of 140 kg) |
| Speed in Knots |
2 |
3 |
4 |
4.5 |
5 |
5.5 |
6 |
6.5 |
| Drag in lb |
0.94 |
1.95 |
3.52 |
4.78 |
6.73 |
9.5 |
11.5 |
14.0 |
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