Kayak, Whiskey Rocker by Point65 of Sweden, Red

Description

Whiskey Rocker 16' Sea Kayak
by Point65 of Sweden
Ebay Price 99.00
Whisky 16 Tourer in 3-layer ultra tough Polyethylene, is designed by Nigel Foster, to be everything he looks for in a kayak-and more. All you have to do is to try it – and you’re hooked. Even an absolute novice feels like Nigel Foster in the cockpit of a Whisky 16. On gentle waters the boat is comfortable, stable, and easily maneuvered – an ideal boat to develop skills.
With its fuller bow and stern shape to reduce plunging, the Whisky 16 Tourer is designed to make the most of rough water, surf, and currents. It is perfect for day trips but spacious enough for a self-contained expedition paddling. The 3-layer PE construction gives the Whisky 16 stiffness and strength while decreasing the weight.
The Whisky 16 Tourer has a lower Rocker (the hull with less curve on the hull) compared to the Whisky 16 Rocker. This gives the kayak more speed and tracking which is ideal for touring or longer paddle expeditions. The Rocker, on the other hand, has a more pronounce Rocker (the hull is more banana shaped) which make the kayak more maneuverable and nimble which is ideal for playing in surf or for rock hopping.
The Whisky 16 Tourer features a medium-large open cockpit and has two large oval aft and bow hatches, a large round day hatch behind the cockpit for access to items while on the water, and the Whisky hatch, a smaller round hatch in front of the cockpit that opens to an under-deck compartment.
Features
Very stable open water kayak
Very maneuverable
Less Rocker - optimised for touring
Suitable for experts and beginners
Design Nigel Foster
SymmetrySkegSystem™
3-layer technology
Review - Adventure Magazine
The hull shape makes for novice-friendly primary stability and rock-solid edging. Beginners will feel very secure in the Whisky’s deep cockpit, which fits a wide range of paddlers. On my smallish frame, however, the coaming sits slightly high, making it a bit awkward to get “outside” the boat for bracing and rolling.
The Whisky’s bucket seat is comfortable and supportive. It’s paired with Point 65’s slick AIR-backrest, which can be inflated on the go for a custom fit and superb lumbar support. Touring speed is comparable to other 16-footers and tracking is surprisingly well behaved for a boat with so much agility. The Whisky loves narrow passages, inviting anyone to become an expert gunkholer. In designing a boat for dedicated play paddlers, Foster has created muchmore than a dedicated playboat. The Whisky 16 3L is a capable do-everything kayak for paddlers of all abilities and inclinations. A decade later, it’s still a very funny kayak. review by Adventure Kayak's former editor, Virginia Marshall. Sip and stow The Whisky hatch is a small, bottle-shaped cubby molded into the front deck for easy access. Two hatches and a day hatch round out the ample storage options. Pump and go Squeeze the small pump beside the seat to inflate the backband and pamper your lower back. The keyhole cockpit’s wide rim enhances spray deck fit and dryness. Watch out below The flat hull works together with the hard chines to create a platform that surfs like a dreamand is super stable for paddlers just beginning to explore their edges.
MEASUREMENTS:
Length
488cm/15.35'
Material
3-layer MatriX polyethylene
Width
56cm/22'
Rudder
No
Weight
25kg/55lb
Skeg
Yes
Capacity
155kg/341lb
Warranty
2 years
Volume
345 l /91 gal
Aft Hatch
4x26cm/17.31x10.25
Cockpit size
78x41cm/28"x16"
Day Hatch
20x20cm/7.9"x7.9"
Front
Hatch
44x26cm/17.31x10.25
Whisky Hatch
15x15cm/7"x8"
Shipping:
No charge local pickup at The River Connection Store Mon.-Sat. by appointment.  Some local delivery options do exist at additional $.  Please contact for details and scheduling.