This is a high line competitive river boat aimed at paddler who doesn’t have that instinctive stability that some of the top athletes are blessed with. It offers a stabler version of the elite Velox range, with very good maneuverability and good straight line speed. A fast kayak for a skilled advanced paddler. The Assassin is designed for the larger paddler of more than 75kg. While slightly slower than the Attack is offers greater stability making it a good choice for the Avon Descent.
It has a similar rocker and profile as the Attack and Assault but with wider gunnel lines to bring more secondary stability to the boat It is a great tripping boat, and the boat of choice for hank McGregor in big water.
Paddler weight:
Less than 80kgs
Stability:
(1 star = unstable 5 stars = most stable)
Manoeuvrability:
(1 star = least manoeuvrable, 5 stars = most manoeuvrable )
Suitability – flatwater:
(1 star = not suitable for flatwater, 5 stars = most suitable)
Suitability – rivers :
(1 star = least suited to rough river, 5 stars = most suited)
Options:
River construction
Marathon construction
Sprint Construction