Knysna Racing · Double
Knysna Racing Bay Max S2
7.5m x 48cm double for intermediate crews, racing and leisure. Adjustable steering, a carbon rudder, self-bailers and carry handles. The maker lists an overall height of 53cm; this is not used as a measured deck depth in the fit model.
- Length
- 7.5 m
- Beam
- 48 cm
- Deck
- 35 cm
- Lightest
- 23 kg
Specifications
- Length
- 7.5 m
- Beam
- 48 cm
- Deck height
- 35 cm (est.)
- Category
- Double
- Usually paddled by
- Paddlers in chop
- New price
- Not listed new
Layup weights
On-water profile
Modelled from published beam, length and deck height. Low confidence. Speed is our rating. Both are given at the hull's own design weight. How we rate.
Stability here means how steady the ski feels sitting still on flat water. Where two craft have overlapping ranges, we can't say which is more stable. Downwind handling is a separate thing, covered in the evidence note below.
Evidence note
Suits: Ocean racing and touring for intermediate crews, including chop and downwind runs.
Paddler weight
The estimated sweet spot is 69–80 kg per seat, with a broader estimated guide of 56–83 kg. This estimate is a guide, not a limit. Seat fit, conditions and paddling style matter. Lighter paddlers can still enjoy a larger hull, especially downwind. A test paddle is the best check.
Estimated from hull dimensions using a formula fitted to makers’ own paddler limits. It does not establish the designer’s intended paddler weight. How this is worked out.
Generations
Double ski from Knysna Racing. Salt Kayaks took over Knysna Racing Kayaks from 1 October.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Stable, comfortable double for mixed-ability crews
- Full fittings including adjustable steering and carbon rudder
- Three layups
Cons
- Heavy at 23-27kg
- No Australian stockist found
- No independent reviews located
Gallery
Where to buy
Dealers:
No AU or US price found; the maker publishes none and no Australian dealer lists the Bay Max S2.
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