Recreational and Touring Kayak Buying Guide
Which is Best for Lakes: Recreational or Touring Kayak?
Beginners Guide to Recreational Kayak Gear
The Delta 17 Ruddered Kayakis an excellent choice for paddlers looking to cruise on lakes, paddle extended trips, or have fun in ocean swells. The Delta 17 Ruddered Kayak is a veritable champion in the surf and delivers its abilities with speed and grace. Its v-shaped hull, pronounced chine, and moderate rocker offer paddlers a smooth transition to edge and impressive tracking. It features our Press-Lock hatch system, multi-position Contour II Seat System, front deck Day-Pod, dual-density soft-grip handles, and innovative bungee risers.
Specifications
LENGTH | WIDTH | DEPTH | WEIGHT | COCKPIT OPENING | COCKPIT VOLUME |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
17' | 22.5" |
13"
|
50 lbs | 17" x 32" | 47 Gal |
DAY HATCH | BOW DRY STORAGE | STERN DRY STORAGE | MAX CAPACITY | RUDDER | SKEG |
1.8 gal | 26 Gal | 42 Gal | 410 lbs | standard | optional |
Features
HIGHLIGHT FEATURE | High performance boat on lakes or in ocean swells |
USES | Kayak Touring |