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P&H Sea Kayaks Capella 163 is the Second smallest of the 4- kayaks in the Versatile, legendary designed Capella Series. The Capella 163 is a skills kayak suited for smaller to medium size paddlers from Intermediate to advanced skills. The Capella series is more efficient, very stable and offers lots of speed, even in the worst conditions. This British sea kayak is a great all around skill paddling kayak, and is regarded as one of the best do everything boat there is. With tons of rocker, maneuverability is made very easy without the need of aggressive edging. Built with a recessed Skeg slider system to better enhance the overall smoothness of the deck. The Skeg allows for optimum tracking, to better suit wind & wave conditions, depending on desired depth of the Skeg. All deck fittings are recessed, including the 3- watertight Kajak sport hatches. The Capella series has 4- exceptional models, the Capella 161, 163, 167, 173. Endless performance in a kayak... who says you can't have your cake and eat it too!
The Capella's are Some of the finest British Sea Kayaks ever designed, Excellent for exploring the open Sea or the lakes back home. The P & H Capella serious is the choice of many quality guides and instructors around the world.
STANDARD FEATURES: Retractable Skeg, bow, stern & day hatches with 3- sealed bulkheads for dry storage, with water tight Kajak sport rubber hatches, Adjustable Seat & Backrest, adjustable thigh braces, Slide Lock Foot Braces, recessed expedition deck rigging, Full deck lines and bungee cords, Perimeter lines and a Nexus 70P recessed compass mount.
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Deck: Yellow, Hull, White, Seam & Combing: Black Frontenac Outfitters is One of the Only On-Water Canoe & Kayak Centre's in Canada where you can test paddle P & H Sea Kayaks on our own beautiful lake, any time, everyday.
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| Basic Dimensions |
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| Length
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16' 5 " |
5.03 m |
| Width
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22 inches |
56 cm |
| Cockpit Length |
31.25"L x 19.25"W |
79L x 48W cm |
| Cockpit Depth Front
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13.25 inches
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33.7 cm |
| Optimum Paddler Weight |
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125 lbs
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57 kg
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| High |
180 lbs
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81 kg
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| Max Load |
235 lbs |
107 kg |
Note: Weights are based on our extensive knowledge of each model, and may differ from often-overstated manufacturers figures. |
| Kayak Performance Ratings
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Note: Performance ratings are based on our extensive test paddling & customer feedback. Remember, there is no substitute for test paddling kayaks with us in repetition!
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Efficiency
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Tracking
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Maneuverability
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Storage Capacity
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Initial Stability
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Secondary Stability
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| Kayak Profile |
| Kayak Shape
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Symmetrical |
| Hull Design
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Shallow Vee |
| Rocker
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Moderate |
| Chine
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Soft - medium |
| Rudder/Skeg |
Skeg |
| Hatch Volumes |
| Bow Hatch
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11.4 US gal. |
43 Litres |
| Stern Hatch
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16.6 US gal. |
63 Litres |
| Day Hatch
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8.5 US gal. |
32 Litres |
| Materials, Weights, & Prices |
| Material
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Weight
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Suggested Retail Price
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Our Price
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| Diolen Fibreglass |
53 lbs / 27.2 kg |
$3800.00 |
$2850.00 1- ONLY
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| Options |
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Price
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| Brunton Nexus 70P Compass |
$195.00 Installed |
| Quick Release Self Rescue Straps |
$50 pr. installed |
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