S18 EXP Touring Multi Sport

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Designed off the successful S18, we have optimized the construction for the rigors of expedition paddling whilst keeping the hull efficiencies. We have added a day hatch and bow deck hatch to make retrieving gear while paddling easy. The S18 Exp has a new heavy duty construction, MultiSport Expedition, derived from our durable and popular Multi-Sport lay up to withstand the heavy use of expedition paddling. All this so you can cover the miles with ease and safety. Single skin laminate hull made of Carbon & Kevlar® fabric, with clear gelcoat finish, and the deck is the standard Advantage construction. The hull is designed to be flexible and durable, but creates a stiff boat that can take some abuse in the class I and II rapids and shallows, but is also at home in the ocean or the flats. The Surf Ski Multi-Sport construction comes standard with an over-stern rudder and fittings for an under-stern rudder, as well as a flush mounted Andersen Super mini-bailer.

FEATURES

• Steering Line: High strength Spectra Dyneema steering line. No rusting, and low stretch
• Cockpit: Adjustable padded seat, with a water bottle holder. Oval cockpit for easy entry with padded thigh braces and heel pad
• Decks: High volume deck for larger paddlers. Cut-aways on bow deck for narrow catch and an efficient stroke. Stat perimeter line and Bungee X lines for deck rigging
• Bow & Stern Handles: Ergonomic carry handles for a comfortable haul to and from the water
• Foot Brace: Smart Track Transitional footbrace is easy to adjust in the boat, with responsive steering
• Storage Compartments: Large stern hatch and medium bow hatch for 2 large water tight storage compartments, plus a rear day hatch and deck pod
• Smart Track Hybrid Foil Rudder: Efficient steering and low drag hydrofoil fin, with rudder keep on stern deck
• Stability & Speed: Swede form design, where the widest point of the hull is aft of midship reducing wave drag and soft chines for great secondary stability
• Keel Strip: Epoxied Kevlar keel strip to avoid wear and tear on the bottom of the boat

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