Vajda Slalom

In the world of canoe slalom racing Vajda is the Number One Choice of Champions! They are the leaders in Canoe Slalom Systems Technology and Development with some impressive results across the board in both K1, C1 and C2 Slalom at both World Cup, World Championships and Olympic Games. Vajda Group also hold the international patent for IRC (Integrated Reinforced Core) System Technology which dramatically increases boat stiffness and rigidity making their boats significantly stronger than the traditional soft foam reinforcement.

 

Vajda has a maximum of 9 boat sizes and 5 levels of construction in their slalom boats.  There are also 15 K1 models, 11  C1 models and 6 C2 models in their range making stocking these boats in Australia impossible from our point of view. All slalom boats are therefore custom orders from the factory in Slovakia.

Construction

There are a number of construction techniques depending on the model chosen.

For construction information on all the Vajda Kayak Slalom & Canoe Slalom models please visit:  Vajda Group

Pricing (AUD ex Sydney)

K1 Styrolight –  $1,549

K1 Club Build – $1,890

K1 Sport Build – $3,250

K1 World Cup Build – $3,590

K1 Premium Build – $3,890

K1 Xtreme Build – $4,890

C1 Club Build – $1,890

C1 Sport Build – $3,200

C1 World Cup Build – $3,540

C1 Premium Build – $3,840

C1 Xtreme – $4,840

Note: Seat Installation, Foot Brace, Foot brace Installation, Smart Pump and padded cover incur additional costs to those listed above.

K1 Models

NEMO- Introductory K1 Slalom boat for kids made of Styrolight. Especially designed for club and development programs offering great stability, a flat easy to turn tail, comfortable seat and durability, all at an affordable price!

Length: 2.97m Width: 59.5cm  Cockpit Length: 70.5cm Cockpit Width: 37.0cm Weight 10kg

Available in one size.

Available only in Styrolight Construction

 

SMURF – Full Size K1 Slalom for Kids, juniors and lightweights around 45 kg, better turn ability and smaller front deck for more space during paddling.
Boat is build in correspondence with ICF rules that can be used in competition.

Length: 3.54m Width: 60.8cm  Cockpit Length: 70.5cm Cockpit Width: 36.5cm Weight 10kg

Available in 7 sizes and 5 different constructions.

COPA- Designed by German K1 aces Hannes Aigner and Sebastian Schubert the COPA has a unique combination of speed, with amazing turning abilities. The main focus during the development of this boat was on creating the best up-stream kick possible. The boats volume offers a super smooth ride but amazing kick in the up-stream gates.

Length: 3.50m Width: 60.8cm  Cockpit Length: 73.5cm Cockpit Width: 37.7cm

Available in 7 sizes and 5 different constructions

Also Available in Copa 2

GALAXY- Developed in co-operation with Double World Champion Peter Kauser, the Galaxy is a new generation series for next Olympic period to RIO 2016. The model shape is based on the bestselling model ‘Kapsl II’ with many significant changes – improved straight line speed, better upstream “kick out” and better boat control.

Length: 3.58m Width: 60.9cm  Cockpit Length: 71.5cm Cockpit Width: 37.5cm

Available in 7 sizes and 5 different constructions

Also Available in Galaxy Max

MATRIX- The Matrix is a new concept of super fast but still very manoeuvorable slalom kayak. It features a large flat area on the hull to provide great acceleration and high maximal speed. More volume behind the cockpit together with a low profile back tip makes upstreams smooth with a strong kick out.
Length: 3.50m Width: 60.0cm  Cockpit Length: 71.5cm Cockpit Width: 37.5cm

Available in 7 sizes and 3 different constructions

Also Available in Matrix Max

 

STING-
Length: 3.51m Width: 60.0cm  Cockpit Length: 71.5cm Cockpit Width: 37.5cm

Available in 7 sizes and 3 different constructions

FOURTEEN-  This model was developed especially for Jana Dukátová., Slovakian Slalom champion. It is designed for technically gifted paddlers who are able to keep the boat flat as much as possible.The volume of kayak was minimized to make it easily maneuverable. For the boat to be balanced with that low volume, finding of the optimal seat position is extremely important.

Suitable for paddlers under 65kg.

Length: 3.6m Width: 60.2cm  Cockpit Length: 73.5cm Cockpit Width: 41.6cm

Available in 7 sizes and 3 different constructions

KAPSL 36-  Designed by Peter Kauser this is Vajda’ most successful K1 model.

Length: 3.6m Width: 60.8cm  Cockpit Length: 71.5cm Cockpit Width: 37.5cm

Available in 7 sizes and 4 different constructions

Also Available in Kapsl 35

KAPSL II- Designed by Peter Kauser Vajda Kapsl II is modelled on Vajda’ most successful K1 model the Kapsl 36. There is more volume behind seat for better kicking out of upstreams, bow is bent 1cm upwards compared to Kapsl 36 and last 50cm of stern is flatter for better turning.

Length: 3.57m Width: 61.0cm  Cockpit Length: 71.5cm Cockpit Width: 37.5cm

Available in 7 sizes and 5 different constructions

SALTO-  K1 boat model by upcoming slalom star Mathieu Biazizzo from France. The Salto was developed from Kapsl – Galaxy model series and is extremely fast but still very easy to paddle.

This boat paddled by Peter Kauzer (SLO) won the Silver medal at the Rio Olympics and had the quickest MK1 course time by Jiri Prskavec (CZE) who won Bronze after touching a gate and receiving a 2 second penalty. Jessica Fox (AUS) also won the WK1 Bronze medal in the Salto in Rio.

Length: 3.51m Width: 60.8cm  Cockpit Length: 73.5cm Cockpit Width: 37.7cm

Available in 7 sizes and 5 different constructions

SALTO 2-  Designed in 2017 by Mathieu Biazizzo from France and Marcel Vajda Snr.  Great forward speed and improved kick out and turning.

• Increased volume behind cockpit  gives more stability
• Wider cut down stern with a larger surface area making it easier to turn
• Flatter bottom & sides
• Longer and lower cockpit
• New seat design for more comfort!

Length:  35.15m   Width: 60.8cm  Cockpit Length: 73.5cm  Cockpit Width: 37.7cm

Available in 7 sizes and 4 different constructions

 

SALTO 3–  Designed in 2018 by Peter Kauzer from Slovenia and Jiri Prskavec from Czech Republic.  Improved forward speed, glide and acceleration.

• Perfect turning ability
• Massive kickout ability

Length:     Width:   Cockpit Length:   Cockpit Width: 

Available in 4 sizes and 5 different constructions

More info coming soon.

 

ZIP-  Designed by Jana Dukatova (SVK) the Zip won Jana a World Cup Gold Medal in 2015 and a 4th place at the  Rio Olympics in 2016

Length:  Width:  Cockpit Length: 71.5cm Cockpit Width: 37.5cm

Available in 7 sizes and 5 different constructions

C1 Models

JUNIOR LIZARD-

Length: 3.50m Width: 65.6cm  Cockpit Length: 56.5cm Cockpit Width: 43.9cm

Available in one size and 5 different constructions including Styrolight

 

SCREAM-  Denis Gargaud-Chanut (FRA) and Alexander Slafkovsky (SVK) put their efforts together to design the fastest C1 boat model with excellent rotation skills , flat front hull for excellent gliding ability and acceleration , awesome kick up of the upstreams thanks to the new back part volume balance.

Denis won the Gold Medal in the Mens C1 event at the 2016 Rio Olympics in the Scream.

Length: 3.5m Width: 66.3cm  Cockpit Length: 59.0cm Cockpit Width: 46.5cm

Available in 7 sizes and 4 different constructions

 

ISCREAM-  Denis Gargaud-Chanut (FRA) and Alexander Slafkovsky (SVK) put their efforts together again to design the ISCREAM with improved acceleration and much faster on the turn!

Length: 3.5m Width:  66.3cm  Cockpit Length:  59.0cm Cockpit Width: 46.5cm

Available in 7 sizes and 4 different constructions

MM –  Designed by Michal Martikan  (hence the name MM) for 2012 London Olympic Games this boat can suit paddlers from 40kg t0 85kg.

Takuya Haneda (JPN) won the Bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games in the Vajda C1 MM proving it is still  a very competitive model.

Length: 3.51m Width: 61.5cm  Cockpit Length: 74.0cm Cockpit Width: 40.0cm

Available in 7 sizes and 4 different constructions

MM MAX-  Designed by Michal Martikan & Matej Benus. the MM MAX is 15 mm wider which brings enough volume for paddlers over 75 – 80 kg. Thanks to the width, there is no need for side wings.

Length: 3.5m Width: 63.6cm  Cockpit Length: 68.0cm Cockpit Width: 41.6cm

Available in 7 sizes and 4 different constructions

SUPREMO I- Supremo is based on the very successful C1 model Lizard 350 with number of upgrades. Markedly better flat turns and better ride control are just one of the most important changes. Designed in co-operation with C1 Olympic medalist Juraj Mincik.

Length: 3.5m Width: 66cm  Cockpit Length: 58.5cm Cockpit Width: 43.7cm

Available in 7 sizes and 4 different constructions

 

SUPREMO II-  Based on the best C1 Model Supremo and designed by Alexander Slafkovsky (SVK) , the boat has been modified at the front for better control in jumps and rollers. More volume behind seat helps you kick off upstreams. Innovated rim with no leaking spray deck parts between spray deck and rim.
Together with new deck design you can enjoy old Supremo with new updates.

Length: 3.5m Width: 63.6cm  Cockpit Length: 68.0cm Cockpit Width: 41.6cm

Available in 7 sizes and 4 different constructions

ONE-  Designed by Michal Martikan. Easy manoeuvrable and fast model with smaller horizontal boat rocker and excellent rotations.

Length: 3.5m Width: 63.3cm  Cockpit Length: 68.0cm Cockpit Width: 41.0cm

Available in 7 sizes and 5 different constructions

DEMON-  Designed by Michal Martikan and Matej Benus the C1 Demon won the Silver medal for Matej at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Length: 3.5m Width: 63.6cm  Cockpit Length: 68.0cm Cockpit Width: 41.6cm

Available in 7 sizes and 5 different constructions

HYPE-   New C1 Model designed by Alexander Slafkovsky (SVK)

Length: 3.52m Width: 63.8cm  Cockpit Length: 63.0cm Cockpit Width: 47.0cm

Available in 7 sizes and 5 different constructions

LADY HYPE-   New C1 Model designed especially for ladies. This C1 is basically the same model as the Vajda C1 Hype but with the kayak like cockpit, making it easier to switch between kayak and canoe as you can use  one  spraydeck for both boats. The cockpit rim  is moulded so it has better waterproofing between spray deck and cockpit rim and comes standard with the back cockpit support.

Length: 3.52m Width: 63.8cm  Cockpit Length: 63.0cm Cockpit Width: 47.0cm

Available in 5 sizes and 4 different constructions

 

MAGNUM-   New C1 Model designed by Michal Martikan & Matej Benus

Length: 3.51m Width: 61.5cm  Cockpit Length: 74.0cm Cockpit Width: 40.0cm

Available in 6 sizes and 4 different constructions

 

C2 Models

H2-  Designed by Peter Hochschorner, this boat won a Gold medal for the Skantar brothers (SVK) at the 2016 Rio Olympics

Length: 4.1m Width: 75.9cm  Cockpit Length: 58.5cm Cockpit Width: 48.7cm

Available in 5 sizes and 4 different constructions

H3-  Designed by Peter Hochschorner, this boat won a Silver medal for David Florence and Richard Hounslow (GBR) at the 2016 Rio Olympics

Length: 4.1m Width: 75.9cm  Cockpit Length: 60.5cm Cockpit Width: 52.0cm

Available in 5 sizes and 4 different constructions

 

H4-  Designed by Peter Hochschorner, this is the latest edition of the very successful H series of C2 slalom boats from Vajda. Slovakia’s  Hochschorner brothers, twins Peter and Pavol, completed a hat-trick of Olympic gold medals in the Men’s C2 Slalom race winning in Sydney, Athens and Beijing Olympic Games.

Length: 4.1m Width: 76.0cm  Cockpit Length: 60.0cm Cockpit Width: 50.4cm

Available in 5 sizes and 5 different constructions

Phoenix II-  Designed by Peter Hochschorner, this is the latest edition of the very successful Phoenix series of C2 slalom boats from Vajda. This boat won a Bronze Medal for Gauthier Klauss and Matthieu Peche (FRA) at the 2016 Rio Olympics

Length: 4.1m Width: 76.0cm  Cockpit Length: 59.5cm Cockpit Width: 50.5cm

Available in 5 sizes and 5 different constructions