Design

-long version-

Length:

Beam:

Weight:

Capacity:

Cockpit:

550 cm

54 cm

18 - 20 kg

140 kg

80 x 41 cm

Zenith_SG is a modern seakayak/ touringkayak with influences from the racing sector. The kayak is developed for extended touring but also for the after-work session on the water. In order to cover long distances quickly the boat has been optimized in terms of speed using computational fluid dynamics. Design aspects from racing- and seakayaking were combined and the whole design was implemented so that it can be built in the Stitch & Glue method by hobby craftsmen.

Which Version to Choose?

Features Long Version:

Longer and narrower
Faster
Significantly more tippy
Higher deck
Especially suited for very tall paddlers
Especially suited for paddlers looking for a fast kayak

Not suited if:

Paddling beginners
Very small body size

Features Short Version:

Shorter and wider
Slightly slower
More maneuverable
Significantly more tipping stability
Lower deck hight
For beginners and advanced paddlers
Especially suited for paddlers looking for a good compromise between speed, tipping stability, comfort and maneuverability

Design

Wavpiercer Bow

Speed advantage in calm and rough seas
Less rocking at incoming waves

Foreship

The "cutaway" at the foreship increases the efficiency of paddling due to optimal paddle strokes close to the boat
Sealed-off foreship for more security and extra hatch-option

Aft Ship

Sealed-off aft ship for more security and extra hatch-option
Less wind attack surface due to flat aft ship

Stern

Maximum waterline length for high average boat speed
Less wind attack surface due to flat aft ship

Cockpit

Keyhole cockpit opening with hip supports and tigh braces

Build it.

Paddle it.

Modern

Clear lines, modern design: With the Zenith_SG, Deus Delighted takes the next step in kayak design. The design of the kayak sets itself apart from the popular kayaks on the market. The well-balanced design meets the middle between sporty character and comfortable paddling. Zenith_SG is a guaranteed eye-catcher on the water!

Efficient

Zenith_SG is especially designed for efficient paddling. The hull was optimized with computational fluid dynamics for speed and good tipping stability. The deck shape, especially the foreship, has been designed to allow a close and efficient paddle strock near to the boat.

Versatile

After work paddling, marathon or extended multi-day trip: The long waterline in combination with a beam of 54 cm allows fast and also safe paddling. The combination of the hull shape, the lenght and the beam makes Zenith_SG to the perfect all-round kayak for all four seasons.

Stitch & Glue Construction Method

Stitch & Glue is one of the easiest boat building methods. The costruction method requires little tools and no prior knowledge of boatbuilding or in handling epoxy and fiberglass. You dont have to saw or plane, all wooden parts are CNC routed. It has never before that easy to build such complex designs.

1. Stitching & Glueing

CNC routed Okoumé wood parts are temporary stitched and glued together.

2. Laminating

The previously stiched and glued parts are now laminated with fiberglass and epoxy resin. The result is a transparent and extremly strong material.

3. Finishing

Equip the kayak with a seat and a stearing system. Give the boat a finish with clear coat or paint.

Designed and Engineered

-with Soul-

Engineering

CFD - Computational Fluid Dynamics - optimized hull for high average speed and good tipping stability

The hull of Zenith_SG has been optimized with CFD for paddling on lakes, rivers and oceans. The goal was to find the perfect combination of speed and tipping stability. It has also been considered that the hull has to be still easy to build.