Sit-in touring kayak
Skimmer
Faster than the Osprey, still easy to live with
$1,890In stock — ships from the USA
Delivery included on the West Coast 30-day on-water guarantee
$100 to the Central states, $200 to the East Coast.
Best for
The serious touring paddler who wants to cover distance efficiently while maintaining stability and manoeuvrability for varied conditions.
What makes it Lekker
- Medium-length touring kayak — balance of speed and manoeuvrability
- Soft V hull with rounded edges for smooth ride in calm and rough water
- 190 L total sealed storage for extended multiday trips
- Standard drop-down skeg
- Suitable for flatwater and ocean touring
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Specifications
- Length
- 16'5" / 501 cm
- Width
- 22.5" / 57 cm
- Weight
- 57 lbs
- Capacity
- 287 lbs
- Hatches
- 3 (10" bow 75 L, oval stern 115 L, 6" day hatch)
- Skeg
- standard
- Rudder
- optional
- Material
- Rotomolded polyethylene
Common questions
How does the Skimmer compare to the Osprey?
The Skimmer is 2'4" longer and narrower — it's faster and carries more gear (190 L vs 149 L) but slightly less stable. Choose Osprey for max versatility, Skimmer for covering distance.