Sea Kayak For Sale, Mariner Xl, Glass Fibre

Mariner XL by Mariner Kayaks of Seattle. GRP Sea kayak, with spray deck and paddle. The Mariner XL has plenty of reviews to check out and see if this is the boat for you.http://www.marinerkayaks.com/mkhtml/xlrvtxtw.htm Hull configuration and Features: Swedeform--widest aft of center the opposite of Fish-form (for less wave-making resistance due to the finer angle of entry) Shallow V-bottom with flared sides (for a narrow waterline and high secondary stability) Hard chine center and aft sections (carves turns and resists broaching) Rounded V forebody (soft ride) develops into hard chines (resists broaching) Molded skeg runs from center of buoyancy aft (resists broaching) Little rocker at stern, substantial at bow (for tracking and manuverability) Rake in bow and stern profiles (easily slides over seaweed, obstructions, and steep beaches) Reserve buoyancy at bow and stern (for a drier ride) Lower rear deck (easier Eskimo rolls and reduced windage aft cuts weatherhelm) Higher forebody (for more foot room--to size 12--and a dry cockpit) Rounded bow and stern profile (slides over kelp in either direction) Built in knee braces (for security and control) Balanced wind/water couple at cruising speed (doesn’t weathercock) Mariner XL Specifics: Length: 17’ 1" (521cm) Beam: 23.5" (59.7 cm) Cockpit size (inside): 32.5" x 15" (82.6x38.1cm) Depth at front of cockpit (inside): 12" (30.5cm) Depth at rear of cockpit (inside): 10.25" (26cm) Center of Buoyancy: 55% Volume (filled with water): 14.4 cu.ft. (108 gal.)(409 liters) Volume (Nautilus program): Sea Kayaker uses Nautilus (all volume inside the shape) 15.2 cu.ft. (114 gal.)(431.5 l) Fixed seat model with adjustable foot rests and molded knee braces.Colour is purple, although its faded.This is a fast boat to paddle and carries a load fairly effortlessly, as well as stable and forgiving.

Basically a great boat to paddle. Any questions happy to answer.The boat is in NW Donegal, so collection is the best, as is the kayaking...Good luck Bidding.