Please Note: Kayak Centre scaled down their production in mid 2019 and are no longer exporting to Australia.
APS are now importing Knysna Racing kayaks as replacement.
Information below is for reference only.
Kayak Centre have produced some of the most successful downriver K1 boats in the world with race results to prove it. At first glance the fittings and finishes of their boats are more simple than the European built boats but when put to use you will find the boats lack nothing in performance and functionality. Adding to their extensive range of river boats Kayak Centre are now developing some of the most innovative kayaks aimed at the flatwater marathon market.
There are boats to cater for beginners, intermediate, elite, recreational, masters and children. Each model is available in 6 river constructions and 2 flatwater constructions.
Weight of the boat will vary according to the shape, size and construction.
Note: When a boat is given a stability rating for river use, the stability will be different on flatwater.
BUILD CONSTRUCTION & PRICING
RIVER BUILD – Fibreglass & Nylon with Derakane Resin $1,990
RIVER MAX BUILD -Single layer of Kevlar in the mid section of the hull with Derakane Resin $2,090
RIVER MAX + BUILD -Single layer of kevlar in the mid section of the hull & a full layer in the deck with Derakane resin $2,490
RIVER RACE + BUILD -A full layer of Kevlar in the hull & deck with Derakane Resin $2,590
RIVER ELITE + BUILD -Two full layers of Kevlar in the hull and one full layer in the deck with Derakane Resin $2,890
RIVER ELITE PRO BUILD -Two full layers of Kevlar in the hull & carbon Vacuum Infused deck with Derakane resin $3,490
FLATWATER- Fibreglass & Carbon Vacuum Infused $3,490
FLATWATER RACE- Carbon Vacuum Infused $4,390
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Build River Max + and above include a Kevlar seat
- River Elite Pro, Flatwater & Flatwater Race are all vacuum infused
- Flatwater Race includes carbon footrest & Strap
- Peddles or T Bar are same price
- Underslung or trailing rudder are same price
- K1 Spectra not available with a trailing rudder
RIVER MODELS
K1 Guppy– This is the famous Kayak Centre version of the standardised flat bottom K1 aimed at Under 12 juniors getting into the sport. They are designed to be short, easy to carry and handle moving water well, with the aim to boost confidence and teach essential river skills to the stars of the future.
Available in One size for paddlers 15-50kg
Length: 4.15m Width: 45cm Height: 25cm Stability: 5/5
Weight : River : 11.0kg
K1 Velox Avenger- Designed for the Intermediate plus paddler this boat is a reworking of the Avenger, which was the K1 derivative of the Ascent K2. The cockpit has been moved back to get it to glide better, and the front has been trimmed down to make it quicker through the water – in much the the same way that the Velox Ascent was upgraded.
Available in One size for paddlers 65-100kg
Length: 5.20m Width: 50cm Height: 33cm Stability: 5/5
Weight : River Race +: 13.0kg
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K1 Velox Fusion- A new-age intermediate boat aimed at the bigger paddler looking to enjoy river paddling, with all the advantages of contemporary design.
Available in One size for paddlers 110-130kg
Length: 5.20m Width: 46cm Height: 32cm Stability: 4/5
Weight : River Race +: 12.5kg
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K1 Velox Ignite- Designed for the Intermediate plus paddler this boat is a slimmed-down version of the Velox Fuse with a substantial reduction in overall volume making it more suitable for a paddler below 85kg.
Available in One size for paddlers 70-90kg
Length: 5.20m Width: 44cm Height: 29cm Stability: 5/5
Weight : River Race +: 12.0kg
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K1 Velox Fuse- Designed for the Intermediate plus paddler this boat is based on the Velox Fusion with a substantial reduction in waterline volume making it more suitable for a paddler between 90-110kg
Available in One size for paddlers 90-110kg
Length: 5.20m Width: 45cm Height: 32cm Stability: 5/5
Weight : River Race +: 12.5kg
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K1 Velox Sniper – Designed specifically as an Intermediate plus river boat, Robyn Kime raced this boat to victory in multiple Dusis and it is the boat of choice of Abby Adie. A subtle flare through the hip area adds a little bit more stability, making this a competitive river boat for the lighter paddler who doesn’t want to sacrifice stability.
Available in One size for paddlers 50-80kg
Length: 5.20m Width: 41cm Height: 29cm Stability: 2/5
Weight : River Race +: 11.5kg
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K1 Velox Assassin- This is a high line competitive river boat aimed at Intermediate plus paddlers who don’t have that instinctive stability that some of the top athletes are blessed with. It offers a stabler version of the elite Velox range, with very good manoeuvrability and good straight line speed.
Available in One size for paddlers 75-100kg
Length: 5.20m Width: 42cm Height: 32cm Stability: 2/5
Weight : River Race +: 11.5kg
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K1 Velox Attack – Designed specifically as a Elite race boat for rivers, Hank McGregor has won the four Bergs in this boat, and Andy Birkett won the Dusi and Non-Stop Dusi in it as well. The Velox Attack has had great success on flatwater marathons too, winning the 2011 World Marathon Championships & 2013 U23 World Marathon Championships.
Available in One size for paddlers 50-80kg
Length: 5.20m Width: 39cm Height: 29cm
Weight : River Race +: 11.5kg
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K1 Velox Assault – Designed specifically as a Elite race boat for rivers, this K1 has had great success on flat-water marathons too, winning the 2011 U23 World Marathon Championships.
The Assault has the same hull as the Attack with 30mm more height in the boat overall in order to accommodate heavier paddlers and to make it more comfortable for paddlers with wider hips.
Available in One size for paddlers 80-100kg
Length: 5.20m Width: 40cm Height: 32cm
Weight : River Race +: 11.5kg
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FLATWATER MODELS
K1 Velox Raid- Designed specifically as an Elite flat-water boat, this K1 has had great success on flat-water marathon, winning the World Marathon Championships in 2013, 2014 & 2015.
Available in One size for paddlers 70-90kg
Length: 5.20m Width: 40cm Height: 27cm Stability: 1.5/5
Weight : Flatwater Race: 8.0kg
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K1 Velox Spectra – Designed specifically as an Elite flat-water boat, an evolution of the Velox Raid. Paddled to victory at the 2016 World Marathon Championships by Hank McGregor.
Available in One size for paddlers 75-90kg
Length: 5.20m Width: 40cm Height: 27cm Stability: 1.5/5
Weight : Flatwater Race: 8.0kg
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