Kitiwec is named after a very fast and agile seagull. It was designed by L. Bourdon for an expedition from North Cape to Douarnenez. Very low on the water, it is a very quick and agile kayak, with the result of reducing the effect of the wind and it offers a stability that is unusual for this level boats.

Kitiwec is able to sail easily even in presence of rough sea and it regains its starting trim with the same facility it bends on the waves. Very fast even on just a little rough waters, it is the ideal boat for outings with a little load; for its stability and handling it is appreciated both by beginners and by the most expert kayakers.

Designer: L. Bourdon

Construction under Plasmor France licence.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Costruzione fiberglass
Construction material fiberglass
Length 537 cm.
Width 56 cm.
Cockpit 38 x 69 cm.
Front hatch volume 55 lt.
Back hatch volume 48 lt.
Third hatch volume 21 lt.
Cockpit volume 136 lt.
Total volume 260 lt.
Weight about 25 kg.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

Two round hatches with VCP stoppers
One oval hatch with a VCP stopper
Rubber bands to fasten maps and spare paddles
Safety ropes with stainless steel recessed deck fittings
Predisposition for front bilge pump
Paddle blocking system equipped with paddle float.

Kitiwec is available only with the cockpit and the seats described.

Boat characteristics:

Starting stability
Secondary stability
Directionality
Acceleration
Speed
Handling
Load capacity
Resistance to the wind
Resistance to the wave
Perception on the water
Conmfort

Paddler characteristics:

Beginner
Intermediate
Expert
Light weight
Middle weight
Heavy weight

Use of the boat:

Day trip
Week end trip
Expedition

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