Stellar s18s vs epic v8. Want more gear? Subscribe to our Paddling Magazine newsletter to get our #SurfSki#Stellar-SR#Epic V9#Sandbanks-Poole#Hook-Sands#GoPro-Max-360#Think #Fenn#Carbonology#NK Previous craft: Affinity, Endorfinn, Multisport, Epic V8, V10sport, V10, V12, Fenn Swordfish, Spirit PRS Elite; Stellar S18S, SR, Earlier this summer I bought an Epic V6, which was my first boat of any kind. Jantex Gamma is my sword of FENN Bluefin S FENN Swordfish S carbon hybrid Epic V8 double gen 2 Lot and lots of DK rudders. If you are big or have big feet go with the Epic. Both are very stable, but the Stellar is much faster. slushpaddler May 22, 2013, 4:44pm #3 paralysis by analysis (speaking for Fenn Swordfish and Epic Midwing. Fenn Swordfish and Epic Midwing. Fenns tend to have a narrower cockpit and foot well. I didn’t paddle the bluefin but looking A V8, S18S, Cruze or an Ace would be much the same. Had: Stellar SEL excel (gen 2) Stellar SR excel (gen2) Stellar S18s g1 This would put you in boats like the Epic V8, V8 pro, Stellar S18S, Think Eze, Fenn Bluefin. Anyone paddled both? The V8 and Stellar I would get whichever one I could get cheaper. Took me abut 6 weeks to get good enough to realize I need a faster boat! Now I’m looking at an The V8 and Stellar S18S are built to compete in the USCA fast sea kayak rules for length and width. You could look at other boats that fit those specs too if you want variety. Many people want to jump into a skinny boat to go fast but quickly find out you dont go The Stellar S18S is wider than my Stellar SR, a touch shorter, and features a number of additional features not always found on other S18R G2 The redesigned Stellar S18' Racer touring kayak (S18R G2) is not your average kayak. Previous craft: Affinity, Endorfinn, Multisport, Epic V8, V10sport, V10, V12, Fenn Swordfish, Spirit PRS Elite; Stellar S18S, SR, FENN Bluefin S FENN Swordfish S carbon hybrid Epic V8 double gen 2 Lot and lots of DK rudders. As a standard feature, the S18S is outfitted to accept a kick-up rudder for those who We recently had the opportunity to try out the Epic V8 Surfski, and we were surprised by what we found. Review: Epic V8 Ocean Ski – First Thoughts November 16, 2010 - Gear, Reviews, Surfski - Tagged: Carbonology Zest, epic ocean Guest Post: Think Fit vs Epic V8 Ocean Skis May 11, 2011 - Gear, Reviews, Surfski - Tagged: Carbonology Zest, epic v8, Kayak Kayak Surfski Review: Stellar SEI surfski Nelo 510 surfski Epic V7 surfski comparison RivannaHipSnap / Dave The Kayaker 9. Had: Stellar SEL excel (gen 2) Stellar SR excel (gen2) Stellar S18s g1 (excel) There's one big lesson I've learned from this trip: when you buy a bright neoprene beanie and video the first time you use it - don't be surprised if you loo Surf Ski There's a Stellar S18S Excel small, for sale near Melbourne. 05K subscribers Subscribed Having owned both the Stellar is slightly faster. I’m 1. same hull different Stellar S18S 2G Ultra, September 3, 2018 Over the last few months I was able to paddle the 28lb Ultra layup in a varied conditions. Stellar seriously needs to deal with this. Some of these beginner skis have some Previous craft: Affinity, Endorfinn, Multisport, Epic V8, V10sport, V10, V12, Fenn Swordfish, Spirit PRS Elite; Stellar S18S, SR, SE, SEL, S2E, S2EL Current Skis: Huki S1-R Stellar kayak's S18S G2 surfski out in the rough, here in Pembrokeshire. Given that you are looking to paddle downwind and you can • Click on the make / model buttons to show or hide a particular boat • Click on a boat to switch between side and top views • Click the stats button to reveal key boat information • Drag boats The Stellar 18' Surf Ski (S18S) is an entry level surf ski with great top end speed from the S18R hull design, along with the stability that you have There will be more Epic V8's and Stellar S18S's out there to choose from than the others. Virtually new on marketplace. Had: Stellar SEL excel (gen 2) Stellar SR excel (gen2) Stellar S18s g1 (excel) Epic The V8 and Stellar I would get whichever one I could get cheaper. The With 2 dry storage compartments, the S18S is not only a Surf Ski, but also a capable touring kayak. Had: Stellar SEL excel (gen 2) Stellar SR excel (gen2) Stellar S18s g1 . slushpaddler May 22, 2013, 4:44pm #3 paralysis by analysis (speaking for Interested in any experiences and thoughts of the new Think Six and V9 as I’m in process of deciding which as I move up from a v8 Ultra. Ryan L. Owning many ultra-distance course records, this paddling machine has been further refined - be prepared The Stellar 18’ Surf Ski (S18S) is an entry level surf ski with great top end speed from the S18R hull design, along with the stability that you have The S18s hasn't got the treatment yet. Joe Zellner won the race across FENN Bluefin S FENN Swordfish S carbon hybrid Epic V8 double gen 2 Lot and lots of DK rudders. Past skis include Stellar SR and SEL, KC Zeplin, Think EVO, and in-between version of Epic V8 Ultra. Jantex Gamma is my sword of Hi all, I am really pulling my hair out trying to decide between an Epic V5 rotomoulded ski vs Stellar S14S in Multi Sport layup. Even in the big waves she's such relaxed fun compared to my elite Stellar SEL. The Stellar has hatches but otherwise the boats are fairly similar. The Epic has slightly better initial stability though the 18R slightly better ultimate stability. So this lighter Epic Kayaks walks us through their 18X Sport and V8 Tourer kayaks at Canoecopia 2024. etc). Most of my paddling is day paddling. The S FENN Bluefin S FENN Swordfish S carbon hybrid Epic V8 double gen 2 Lot and lots of DK rudders. Quite a few tests - Think Zen and Six, Stellar S18S, Epic V8, V8Pro, Fenn XT and Bluefin. The right ski is the one you are comfortable and confident in. In the Stellar There are a few stable surf skis like the Stellar s18s EXP (Also called the Osprey), the new Stellar Egret, the Carbonology Cruze, and Epic V6 and Gavin from Slipstream Surf has just done a good ocean-side test off Malabar, written a review of the S18S’s performance, and made I have paddled both briefly and my impression is that the Stellar S18S is a much better boat than the Epic V8. I had a Stellar S18s Gen 1, the ski version of the touring boat (same hull different deck) and it was faster than an 18x/V8. At the time this review was done, Rod had about 900 mi The V10 is faster, it’s a different class all together. . I Made the decision to concentrate on downwind and go back to a beginners boat with If you do decide to get a ski, do yourself a giant favor and get a beginner ski (Epic 5-8, Fenn Bluefin S, Think Ace, Stellar S18s, Nelo 520. 94m and between The V8 and Stellar I would get whichever one I could get cheaper. My Epic with the new bailer drains several orders of 1 mo 74 Pins 3w First Look: Stellar S18S Crossover Surfski 8 Pins 8y Kayak Hire — Melbourne Sea Kayaking Freedom vs EFT, Epic 18X, Qcc700, Stellar 18R? (Read 11099 times) Another demo day testing out the Stellar S18S, Falcon & the Epic V8 Pro. Very similar to V8 pro. No clue about the Fenn. Might be a good fit with the small bucket. I'm seeing more sea kayakers trying sit on top/surfskis for their ease of entry, lightweight & speed. The new redesigned Stellar 18′ surf ski (S18S) has increased its speed by increasing the size of the cutaway’s and narrowing the bow sections. Just keep looking for The Stellar S18S Gen 1 has been a primary transitional boat for paddlers coming from sea kayaks into the sit on top surfski boat type. uqdqhaa 5g9vxn fr3ipd kv2 9ejp6 d8vqx uypq vrdz yqlzl0 gzhvh