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Necky Looksha 17 Kayak with Rudder

Necky Looksha 17 Kayak with Rudder

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The sporty, high-volume Looksha 17 delivers superb stability and speed, making it ideal for covering long distances quickly in moderate conditions.

  • Tough and affordable Linear Select™ polyethylene hull provides long-lasting wear; molded-in graphics won't peel or fade
  • Tenacious V-shaped hull won't let strong currents, tides or wind chop (up to four ft.) hang it up or slow it down
  • Multichine Diamond Hull design and extra rocker allow this kayak to move easily in rough conditions
  • Extrasport® XtraComfort™ seats provide all-day comfort in a padded, high-back seat design that can be adjusted easily in three dimensions
  • Ratchet-adjustable, padded backband with forward-mounted seat adjustments; soft foam seat and adjustable thigh braces deliver a custom fit
  • Cockpit-deployable tracking rudder assists with steering via footpeg control; rubber catcher and bungee secure rudder during transport
  • Fully bulkheaded bow and stern hatches with flush-mount hatch covers provide generous dry cargo storage for extended voyages
  • Cross-Lock System on hatches supplies secure cover retention with quick and easy entry; inner neoprene covers offer extra water protection for hatches
  • Bungee deck rigging secures extra gear for easy access; compass mounting surface just ahead of bow hatch
  • Carry toggles at bow and stern allow easy portaging to and from the water; perimeter lines for safety and easy re-entry

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Sea kayaking
Polyethylene
1
33 x 17.25 inches
Unavailable
11,550 cubic inches
17 ft. 4 in.
23.75 inches
13.25
65 pounds
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Cockpit size
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Necky Looksha 17 Kayak with Rudder
 
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May

13

2008

(19 of 19 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

fast!

By jakebdub

from South Central Utah

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Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Easy to Paddle
  • Fast
  • Stable
  • Tracking is very good

Cons

  • Difficult Entry & Exit
  • Not Enough Storage
  • Some difficulty turning

Best Uses

  • Day Trips
  • Flat Waters
  • Kayak Camping
  • Ocean Swells
  • Rivers

Comments about Necky Looksha 17 Kayak with Rudder:

I loved the Looksha's long sleek body that made it very stable. I was able to punch through some big surf, and it easily stayed on course with big (to me) wind waves of 3 feet or more.
With the Looksha being as long as it is (over 17 feet) I thought it would have had more cargo space.
It has a snug fit for larger paddlers, which made it easy to roll.
I enjoyed paddling it.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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