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1 year 7 months ago #40116 by bradgross2013
kape master 46 was created by bradgross2013
im looking at a masters k1, a kape masters 46. 17ft long by 18.1 inch wide and am concerned about stability having never owned a k1. i have a few surfskis including a epic v11 that i can handle pretty well on flat water, how will this boat compare to the v11?

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1 year 6 months ago #40144 by mrcharly
Replied by mrcharly on topic kape master 46
I've not paddled that specific boat, but recommend you try some K1s before purchasing.

The Mocke brother's comment about a stable boat being a fast boat applies to K1 boats just as much as it does to surf skis.

Paddler Weight has a substantial effect on the stability of K1s. Overload them, and they become very tippy. (The kape 46 is rated for 50-80kg).

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1 year 6 months ago #40148 by MMaister
Replied by MMaister on topic kape master 46
The Kape 46 is similar to the Nelo Viper 46, both are fitness K1s with 46cm width. I have paddled the viper a couple of times. My daily boat is a Nelo 550 Surfski and it was not a big problem to adapt to the 46 K1 boat. It is a bit tippier tough, especially if it is equipped with a raised race seat. But the worst part is to get used to the tiller bar steering :D

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