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Beautiful aesthetic and enhanced performance from composite construction make this one of the most acclaimed sea kayaks on the market.
Features:
- Adjustable Padded Thigh Braces
- Height Adjustable Drop Skeg
- Bow, Midship, and Stern Bulkheads
- 10" Domed Bow Hatch
- Backband
- Phase 3XP Outfitting
- Soft Touch Handles
- Deck Rigging
- Fiberglass
- 8-inch Domed Midship Hatch
- Slidelock Footbrace System
- Oval Domed Stern Hatch
Specifications:
- Length: 16' 6" / 503 cm
- Width: 21.5" / 55 cm
- Max Capacity: 300 lbs. / 136 kg
- Deck Height: 12.5" / 32 cm
- Weight: 56 lbs. / 25 kg
- Cockpit Length: 34" / 86 cm
- Cockpit Width: 18" / 46 cm
Joint designer statement from Bob McDonough and Steve Scherrer:
“The Tempest family of sea kayaks was designed to be friendly, forgiving, balanced boats capable of handling wind, waves and current. The goal was to design a series of boats, in 3 sizes, that would be well suited to the aspiring, entry-level enthusiast up to the advanced paddler looking for a seaworthy, rough conditions boat. The 165 is the smallest member of the family. Wilderness Systems was the first kayak manufacturer to incorporate whitewater style outfitting in the cockpit of a sea boat.
Blended with our popular Phase 3 outfitting we are able to provide a high level of comfort and adjustment right from the showroom floor. Our design team spent considerable time testing these boats in some of the most extreme conditions before the final editions were released. The proof is in the paddling - enjoy the boat!”