Dagger Stratos 12.5

Agile 12ft Sit Inside Touring Kayak

The Dagger Stratos 12.5 is the smaller version of the popular Stratos 14.5. Packed with all the same features and hull shape, the 12.5 is lighter, shorter and more nimble in comparison to the 14.5, but does compromise on speed and efficiency.

Perfect for day touring, and paddlers who enjoy exploring smaller waterways and in-shore areas. The 12.5 is nimble and faster than 10-11ft touring kayaks, and copes extremely well with ocean swell and small surf. In keeping with the 14.5, the flared bow rocker cuts nicely through waves and the flattened hull area directly beneath the seat position offers a nice stable ride, especially when catching waves and swell from the stern.

Forgiving and easy to roll (relative to the paddler's ability), the Stratos 12.5 has the unique ability that it can easily be paddled by beginners, but experts also love how it paddles, and it’s very well-thought-out design and features.

With plenty of adjustment in the outfitting, the kayaks seat leg-lifter, footrest, thigh braces and backrest can be altered to provide the paddler with a comfortable, snug fit. The 12.5 also comes with drop-down skeg for windy days, 2x watertight hatches and contoured hip pads as standard.

Available in two different sizes to suit differing paddler weights. For those wanting more speed and storage the Stratos 14.5 could be worth a look.