Epic · Double
Epic V10 Double
Long tandem hull with increased rocker (Gen 2) versus Gen 1 to promote early planing on downwind runs, a redesigned low-windage bow, and a wider (51.5cm) beam than any single V10 variant for the stability needed to carry two paddlers.
- Length
- 7.1 m
- Beam
- 51.5 cm
- Deck
- 40 cm
- Lightest
- 13.5 kg
Specifications
- Length
- 7.1 m
- Beam
- 51.5 cm
- Deck height
- 40 cm
- Category
- Double
- Skill level
- intermediate
- New price
- A$6,400 · US$4,495
Layup weights
On-water profile
Both scores are rated at the hull's own design weight. How these are derived.
Suits: Suits one expert + one novice in moderate conditions, two experts in advanced downwind ocean conditions, or two intermediate/advanced paddlers in moderate seas; not recommended for two complete beginners (Epic points those buyers to the V8 Double).
Paddler weight
This hull is built around a paddler of about 97 kg per seat. It stays workable from 86 kg to 103 kg, and sits at its best between 90 kg and 99 kg.
Derived from published hull dimensions and calibrated against manufacturer paddler limits, not taken from a marketing range. The method, in full.
Generations
Epic's high-performance tandem, faster than the V8 Double but with less stability margin; positioned for one expert + one intermediate, or two experienced paddlers.
Hull reworked for a 'significant boost in stability' over Gen 1, increased rocker throughout to stop the bow digging in and help the boat plane earlier, redesigned bow to shed water/reduce windage, added side carry handles, updated ergonomic seats with a lower knee hump, closeable bailers standard in both cockpits.
What works, and what it costs you
What works
- Gen 2's added rocker and redesigned bow noticeably improve downwind surfing and reduce bow-digging over Gen 1
- Integrated side handles make carrying and open-water remounts much easier for two paddlers
- Versatile enough to pair a beginner with an expert yet still race competitively with two strong paddlers
- Individually closeable bailers in both cockpits for flat-water speed or quick draining
Trade-offs
- At 51.5cm beam and 7.1m length still demands real coordination between the two paddlers, especially in bigger swell
- Heaviest and most expensive boat in the range - transport and storage are a big commitment
- Gen 2 AU pricing/weights explicitly marked 'to be confirmed', so early buyers face some uncertainty
- Turning a double is inherently harder than a solo ski
What paddlers say
Rob Mousley (Cape Town, quoted on Epic's own product page - six months on the Gen 2): 'It truly is a remarkable boat; more stable than the older model, but even more nimble... stable enough that I can take a beginner in the back, yet fast enough for experienced paddlers to do a sub-40min Miller's Run.' (Sourced from Epic's marketing copy, so treat as a positive-skewed testimonial.)Reported experience
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Where to buy
Dealers in the markets we have mapped:
AUD is current (Jul 2026) Epic Kayaks Australia pricing for the incoming Gen 2, due Aug/Sept 2026 (Super Ultra $6,400, Super Elite $6,950 - Epic notes 'prices & weights to be confirmed'). USD is Epic Kayaks USA's current Gen 2 listing (Performance $4,495, Ultra $5,595).
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