Stellar S16S - Mid level sit on top Ski

S16S

ADVANTAGE - Epoxy Glass and Soric Core= 16.0kg

EXCEL - Epoxy Kevlar and Nomex Core = 12.5kg

Multi-Sport - Epoxy Carbon/Kevlar skin - $POA

The S16S was developed for high performance and ease of use in an easy to handle light weight package. Filling the gap between the entry level 14' and more advanced 18'.

Wether your looking for a high performance light weight sit on top Kayak or a stabil and easy to use ski the S16S gives an ideal blend of speed and stability for all skill levels.

With its sleek bow and undeniabile Surf Ski lines it has the speed to cruiser past many much longer and more cumbersome craft. But being like a surf ski doesn't mean you have to be a fanatical paddler - the S16S is designed for everyone to get out and enjoy.

Product Description

The Stellar 16' Surf Ski (S16S) is a transitional sit-on-top, stable enough for entry level and intermediate paddlers to feel comfortable, but fast enough for fitness paddling and racing! The open cockpit, rounded seat and 3-point footboard is very comfortable and responsive, keeping you on track to where you want to go. Two water tight hatches allow for modest storage for day tripping and overnight adventures. In the ocean, the S16S is a blast, easily catching waves and carving on the waves. The S16S's light weight makes it responsive to your power on the water and with its cockpit handles, it is a breeze to carry and car-top.

Construction Grade Information

At Stellar, we realize that the difference between a good boat and a great boat is not only the method of the construction, but the materials used in that process. For this reason, we import premium materials from Global leaders, such as Dupont, Toray, 3M, Plexus etc. Paired with our advanced composite construction, developed from years for R&D and production, our boats are some of the lightest and stiffest on the market. As a certified ISO 9001 company, rigid procedures and quality control measures are in place to make sure that each boat meets our rigorous standards from the material itself all the way through the manufacturing process. This ensures that not only does the boat looks and feels good, but more importantly; it performs well and is durable.

Surf Skis -

Each Surf Ski is designed to meet the rigors of the environment where it will be paddled. Every Surf Ski has a through running vertical stringer, fore and aft of the cockpit, to add stiffness to the boat when riding big waves or paddling out through the surf. The contoured stern deck and curved transition to the bow deck add structural strength to prevent stress fractures and the fiberglass taped seam reinforces the deck joint.

Advantage Construction– This laminate is Soric cored fiberglass with a gelcoat exterior, making is stiffer and lighter than the Sport, but also at a good price point.  This laminate has better performance than the Sport, but also similar toughness and ability to absorb some abuse.  This is our most popular boat for touring and entry level surf skis for its combination of durability, stiffness, weight and price.

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Excel Construction– This laminate is Kevlar with Nomex Honeycomb core and a gelcoat exterior, making it very stiff and very light.  This is a performance laminate designed for those who desire a stiff and fast boat and know how to handle a boat on and off the water.  The Nomex core makes for a light and stiff boat, but the impact resistance is much less than that of the Advantage or Sport.  If you hit a rock or log or even tie down the boat too tight on unsupported racks, this could result in damage.