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The versatile double Aerius II 545 series kayaks are the
biggest sellers in Europe. These kayaks are also designed
to be used as
a single seater too - the solo seat position is well balanced
to paddle solo. These kayaks are roomy, with plently
of
internal
storage
space
for that
weekend
trip
up
to serious multi-day
expeditions. You can even opt for a 3rd seat for a small
child!
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Time
saving simple clip lock system
These world famous range of Klepper
folding kayaks all use the unique,
simple to use
'Slide and Snap' clip lock assembly, which requires no tools at all. From the
carry bags to the water, on average, takes just 15 minutes!
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Sail
Rigs And Outriggers
“Sail
if you can and paddle if you must” - KLEPPER slogan
in the fifties.
There are three types of sails for KLEPPER kayaks: the Freewind (downwind) Drift
sail,
the upwind S1 sail rig without a gaff, and the S2 sail rig with a gaff. Downwind
sail rigs relies on having the wind directly behind you, the upwind sail rigs
allows
the
sails to act as wings and sail in any direction relative to the wind.
With Klepper sails for your Klepper folding
kayak, you save a lot of work and energy especially when covering long distances
and have the wind against you. The sail rigs are easy to assemble and to manage,
even for beginners - you will
have
astonishingly effective results. Now, with the new reshaped and modernized
sails
with big windows
and super-light fabric you will be even faster on the water.
More and more KLEPPER enthusiasts are using the sail rigs together with the outrigger
system
because it is extremely stable and almost eliminates capsizing. The outrigger
system renders the boat very stable even in rough seas. Our clients state: "With
the outrigger system, we can now start sailing, where before we had to stop“.
The outrigger system can also be used to assist in re-entering the boat easily.
EG when out swimming.
There are sailing accessories available
to take your sailing experience to a higher level.
Sail rigs and Sailing accessories
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I hoisted a single sail
and peeled off
down wind like a rocket.
I feathered the sail back,
trying to head up into the wind.
There was something perversely exhilarating about this situation,
which challenged me
to the limit of my sailing skill.
Howard Rice, Solo Cape Horn Expedition
Sailing
system
S2 sail, mast outrigger and Traveller
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Freewind
Driftsail Sail rig
Weight: 2 kg
The Freewind sail is a driftsail and can only to be used with the wind abaft
(downwind - wind behind you). The sail size is 1.5 square meters and with a wind
of
2
bft
you
will
get wherever
you want to go much faster than you could ever paddle. Assembly takes only about
10 minutes. Before you leave shore, assemble and clamp the sail securely to your
KLEPPER kayak, it can be lifted in seconds. Available in white or red-black.
Includes sail, adapter for coaming attachment and sheet ropes.
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S1
Sail rig
Weight: 7.5 kg.
Contains jib sail, main sail, three-part mast, tree view, leeboard crossbar,
and leeboards as well as a sailing bag. The S1 sail is perfect for all single
seaters except the Smartline Alu 490. It can also be used for the KLEPPER double
seater.
With a sail area of approximately 2.5 square meters it is ideal for the KLEPPER
Aerius 490, but also for the KLEPPER Aerius 450 and the “little” Tramp/Scout
in combination with the outrigger system for a sporting challenge. The S1 sail
is available in white, red-black, red-white and blue-white and has a height of
3 meters. Leeboard crossbar and leeboards are included.
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S2
Sail rig
Weight: 8 kilograms.
Contains jib sail, main sail, three-part mast, gaff, tree view, leeboard crossbar,
and leeboards and a sailing bag. The full S2 sail (formerly S4) has a sail rig
of just under 5 square meters, so a boating certificate is not necessary in most
countries, but please remember to check the local boating regulations when you
travel with your KLEPPER. The S2 is designed for the double seater KLEPPER kayaks
and
for the
585
XXL,
but with the outrigger system this sail rig can also be used with the Aerius
490.
Due
to
the gaff, the top of the sail extends above the top of the mast - to a height
of
4.50
meters.
We
recommend sailing up to a wind speed of 3 bft to a maximum of 3.5 bft. Beyond
3.5 bft,
it should
only be sailed with the outrigger system. We recommend using the Traveller. The
S2 is available in white, red-black, blue-white or red-white and includes a leeboard
crossbar and leeboards.
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KLEPPER
Careen Boom - Mast outrigger
The mast outrigger system gives additional lateral stability while sailing. It
makes
it
easier for beginners to learn to sail and also allows experienced sailors
to
sail
at
higher
speeds.
Comprises of a bracket for mast, special
paddle, inflatable float pods.
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KLEPPER
Careen Boom - Bridge outrigger
The mast outrigger system gives additional lateral stability while sailing. It
makes
it
easier for beginners to learn to sail and also allows experienced sailors
to
sail
at
higher
speeds.
Comprises of a bridge to hold paddle shafts, special
paddle, inflatable float pods. The bridge can be clamped anywhere along the coaming.
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Traveller -
deck bridge. To enable you to make your own customised bridge
to hold cleats, clam cleats, marine compass,
etc.
Photo is of the underside of the Traveller. The
clamps allows you to position the Traveller anywhere
along the coaming, regardless of the cockpit width.
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Sailing seat -
to enable you to sit on the coaming whilst sailing and be
able to lean over whilst the kayak is tilted due
to the wind effect.
The sail seat is placed with the straight edge next to the
rear cockpit boomerang piece - the
tie-down straps attach to frame #6 on the 2-seaters and to frame
#4 on single seaters. (Photo is of the underside)
Item number: 0699 040 |
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Hand
tiller - to control the rudder
whilst seated on a Hiking Seat. Made of anodized marine
grade aluminum tube. Control cables
are included and there is sufficent length to cater for
all boat models. The
tiller unit sits on the rear deck, with the central piece clamped
to the boomerang and the strap fastened to the keelboard / cross
rib.
0699 300 |
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| Jib
furling system for S1/S2. You want to roll in
and out the foresail of your S1 or S2 easily and quickly?
We recommend the rolling
foresail. Made of two pieces it can be fastened with a snap-hook
at the bow fitting, the lower lash of the sail will be fastened
at the safety splint. The upper lash of the sail is fastened
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| Sailing
set - set of equipment to sail with a S1/S2 to the
next level. Comprises of Hiking seat, Traveller, and Hand
Tiller |
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| Wind
Indicator - fits at top of the mast. |
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