Knysna K2
Knysna Racing have produced some very successful downriver K2 boats. 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 Knysna also sell 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 3 x river constructions and 3 x flatwater constructions.
Weight of the boat will vary according to the model and construction.
Note: When a boat is given a stability rating for river use, the stability will be different on flatwater.
K2 BUILD CONSTRUCTION & PRICING
RIVER CONSTRUCTION
Glass River Build-
1 x Kevlar Front & Deck –
2 x Kevlar Front & Deck –
FLATWATER CONSTRUCTION
Glass Polyvac-
Glass Expoxy Vacuum-
Carbon Epoxy Vacuum-
K2 FEATURES:
- Pedal or T-bar steering
- Overstern or understern rudder
- Carbon kickplate fitted
- Standard river seat
- Carbon kickplate (fitted in the back & front cockpit)
- River construction craft come with carry handles back & front
K2 OPTIONS:
- Footpump
- Pull strap or Pull bar
- Adjustable carbon sprint seat on seat pin
- Carbon platform seat
K2 Models
The Thor K2- Recently revamped, the Thor K2 is very popular for beginner paddlers. Big, stable and very comfortable. This legend is ideal for larger beginner crews who want to take on big water.
Max crew weight: 240kg
Length: 650cm length Width: 50cm Height: 35cm Stability: Beginner/ Intermediate
Weight River Construction:
Glass River: 23kg
1 x Kevlar Hull & Deck: 21kg
2 x Kevlar Hull & Deck: 19kg
Weight Flatwater Construction:
Glass Polyvac: 19kg
Glass Epoxy Vacuum: 16kg
Carbon Epoxy Vacuum: 15kg
The Big Rush K2- The Big Rush K2 is based on the popular Rush K2 but with an intermediate crew in mind. It’s quick and competitive with enough volume to handle those big waters.. This is the best K2 for intermediate paddlers looking to improve their game.
Max crew weight:230kg
Length: 650cm length Width: 47cm Height: 29cm Stability: Intermediate
Weight River Construction:
Glass River: 22kg
1 x Kevlar Hull & Deck: 20kg
2 x Kevlar Hull & Deck: 19.5kg
River construction crafts come with carry handle back & front
Weight Flatwater Construction:
Glass Polyvac: 17kg
Glass Epoxy Vacuum: 15kg
Carbon Epoxy Vacuum: 14kg
The Rush K2- The Rush K2 is a racer model designed by the Knysna Racing team aimed at the advanced paddler. This sleek slim line K2 feels as aggressive as it looks, it’s “V” shaped hull holds its line very easily with enough rocker to keep it agile and stable. This is the ultimate river K2.
Accolades:
World marathon champs 2017 – Silver Mixed Doubles
Fish River Canoe Marathon 2015 & 2017 – Gold Men
Breede Canoe Marathon 2015 – Gold Men & Women
Fish River Canoe Marathon 2010 – Gold Women
Max crew weight: 180kg
Length: 650cm length Width: 43cm Height: 28cm Stability: Advanced
Weight River Construction:
Glass River: 21kg
1 x Kevlar Hull & Deck: 19kg
2 x Kevlar Hull & Deck: 18kg
River construction crafts come with carry handle back & front
Weight Flatwater Construction:
Glass Polyvac: 16kg
Glass Epoxy Vacuum: 14kg
Carbon Epoxy Vacuum: 13kg
The Vantage Pro K2- The Vantage Pro Duo K2 is our competitive racing K2. A very fast K2 featuring a “U” shape hull making this racer more stable & comfortable than others in its racing class. Ideal for flat water marathon paddling due to its lower volume deck.
Accolades:
World Marathon Champs 2017 – Gold and Silver
Max crew weight: 180kg
Length: 650cm length Width: 47cm Height: 29cm Stability: Advanced
Weight River Construction:
Glass River: 21kg
1 x Kevlar Hull & Deck: 19kg
2 x Kevlar Hull & Deck: 18kg
River construction crafts come with carry handle back & front
Weight Flatwater Construction:
Glass Polyvac: 16kg
Glass Epoxy Vacuum: 14kg
Carbon Epoxy Vacuum: 13kg
