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Dark Starr


Still low resistance, but with greater stability than the Marauder… The extremely narrow under water bow shape and reduced skin friction, reduces the bow wave to a whisper, added flare keeps the bow from diving while surfing down wind or just driving into waves.  The tracking is improved with smaller rudders.

The Dark Starr has more user-friendly stability curve for an all out proformance kayak racing in rough water.

- Hull is 18” at the widest point on deck
- Hull 15 ½” at the 4” water line.
- Changed stability curve

And all the features of the standard Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt X:

- Improved glide and less resistance
- Lightweight at 24 lbs. (Competition Build)
- Proper length-wetted surface ratio results in no stern wake
- The extremely narrow bow shape under water reduces the bow wave skin friction
- Ergonomic paddling position focuses energy in the forward stroke.
- Precise tiller steering for split-second course alignment.
- Hung seat for a low center of gravity—hip control
- Leg Straps for efficient energy transfer and rock-solid control
- Rollable

The Dark Starr is suitable for moving water—lakes—moderate rough water.

Specification Table

Construction:
Kevlar or Competition Hybrid Cloth of Carbon Fiber/Kevlar
Steering:
Different sized under-stern and over-stern rudders are available.
Optional Features: See Price List for Details

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