The new v10 seat is barely wider than the v12 seat still narrow enough to feel secure to average to smaller paddlers, with a few added mm to accommodate those squeezed in the v12 or v14. The epic v10, for me anyway, seemed somewhere between the two i could keep it. Theres more room for the coccyx and slightly less tightness at the hips. The new v10 seat is barely wider than the v12 seat still narrow enough to feel secure for average to smaller paddlers, with a few added mm to accommodate those squeezed in the v12 or v14. If you take the displacement size of an engine, lets say 6 liters, then a v12 six liter means 500 cc per cylinder while a v8 six liter means 750 cc. Our customers asked for a ski optimized for downwind surf conditions and epic have delivered. The new redesigned v10l has that winning combination and optimised the hull for paddlers 75 kg and under. I dont think that there is a w10 yet as vag v10 uses lambo block however, w12 if im not wrong, its just 2 vr6s sharing a crankshaft. Therefore when the opportunity to buy a used epic v12 ultra surfski popped up, it piqued my interest.
Aston martin v8 vantage vs aston martin v12 vantage cargurus. With the new, redesigned v10l, epic have taken that winning combination and optimized the hull for paddlers 75kg and under. We no longer need these boats as or program director who managed this program has moved on and we dont have the. May 17, 2012 this feature is not available right now. The v11 is for the progressive paddler who is looking. Epic v8 pro, v10 sport, v10 speed testing from paddle. However, the v12 secondary stability is greater than either of those boats. The people spoke, and they wanted a ski optimized for downwind surf conditions and epic have delivered. The v12 is faster than the v10 on flatwater and is a good choice for those looking to move up. Paddlers find the stability and sleek, efficient shape of the 18x sport to allow them to cover long distances with exceptional ease and speed, and that it performs great in rough water conditions.
Product comparison, epic v8 pro ultra, v10 sport ultra, v10 ultra speed testing from paddle dynamics, one of the largest and most knowledgeable epic kayak dealers in the us. In a class and category of its own, the v11 is an exciting new addition to epic s line of innovative surfskis. Epic surfskis do battle on a san francisco bay downwind run. Transition from v10 sport performance to v12 ultra was created by alexhunter72 four weeks ago i sold my v10 sport performance and bought a v12 ultra. The ergonomic cockpit facilitates easy remounting, and the adjustable epic bailer keeps your ride dry. The footbrace is fully adjustable with selfadjusting pedals. Epic v10 surfski a true game changer what they say. Buy and sell almost anything on gumtree classifieds. The late late show with james corden recommended for you. Highly skilled elite level paddlers with perfect stability skills will. The new vseries surfskis are completely new designs. The v12 project is in the final stages with testing right now, in mauritius and they have paddlers from usa, south africa, hong kong and dubai testing the first skis in a variety of conditions. Epic v12 revamped in 2016 to overcome the previous models shortcomings in cross chop handling, the new v12 is a downwind ski if ever there was one.
The epic kayaks narrow catch which was first unveiled in the v8 and standard on the v12 since its inception is now on all of our boats including the redesigned new v8, new v10 sport, new v10, v12 and the v14. The new epic v12 surfski epic kayaks has developed a new surfski, the epic v12. Epic v10l performance model is a good all round boat. The v11 has similar stability compared to the v12 however, the shorter length is better suited to allow for more maneuverability in shorter wave sets. The models i tested were all in the ultra 27 pound layup. The underknee hump is reduced for improved leg drive. The new v12 is faster than the v10 on flatwater and is a good choice for those looking to move up. What epic says the v8 pro is the perfect boat for those who want a performance upgrade from our popular v8 or a high performance ski that is a bit more stable than the v10. Its hard to generalize between the new v10 and the new v10l because they are weight dependent. Lets compare apples to apples and use displacement of the said v8 compared to a v12 as exactly the same. But as soon as the wind and waves pick up the new v12 will be their weapon of choice.
The longer length of a ski more easily supports the weight of a heavier paddler. Epic v10l surf ski designed for paddlers under 165 lb and a shorter leg length. With the super light weight and narrow profile it is only slightly slower then the new v12 and a fraction less stable. See who you know at v12software, leverage your professional network, and get hired. This is a nimble surfing boat for advanced paddlers, that doesnt require elite level stability skills. I initially took the v12 out for a 6 mile flat water spin and couldnt believe how comfortable the bucket was.
Ive been waiting on the second generation epic kayaks v12 for a long time. So when i bought my epic v10 ultra i was surprised how stable this ski is. Epic v11 surfski kayak, a new ski from epic will be the perfect blend of speed vs maneuverability vs surfability in many inland lakes and rivers for the advanced paddler. Updated epic surfski speed comparison with greg barton. Compared to the v8, the v8 pro adds 12 of length 30 cm and cuts nearly 1.
The initial stability of the v12 is slightly less than the v10 and v10l. For flat to moderate conditions the speed of this ski is unmatched with the bailer closed its approximately 3% faster than the v10. Each of the top brands have a suite of boats crossing the broad genres of entry level, intermediate, and elite designs, as summarised below. We started with about 1823 knots of due north wind as the paddle went on the wind increased slightly getting up to 25 knots and shifted to the ne. A good v12 sounds amazing, and a straight pipe v8 isint far behind. One of the best other business at 2041 mission college blvd, santa clara ca, 95054. One of the fastest growing of all the paddlesports, surf or ocean skis are becoming more accessible, stable, and user friendly. Epic kayaks boat and gear upgrade center rivermiles. The updated design has more rocker, a reconfigured cockpit for a drier ride and a more responsive rudder position, all while keeping a hint of extra stability over our v14. Did epic change the seat in the regular v10 to be wider in the current generation 2010 and on. Lets plot some speed vs stability data, to help make an informed decision. Check out a few other kayak recommendations below or explore all kayaks to find the perfect one for you.
Hello, i need help at choosing between epic v10 and epic v12. You would think that they would have the rumble of a v8 combined with the smoothness of a v12, but that just isint the case. The v12 footwell is sized between the v10 and v10l. Oct 21, 2009 i dont think that there is a w10 yet as vag v10 uses lambo block however, w12 if im not wrong, its just 2 vr6s sharing a crankshaft. Aston martin vanquish v12 na engine with 6 litre engine, thats mean 500cc per cylinder and made about 580 horsepower. The v10 sport now comes with epics revolutionary bailer system. The epic 18x sport is designed for intermediate to advanced touring paddlers seeking a distinct edge in a highperformance kayak. Watch this video and see how to attach the cover over the front of the cockpit on your epic. The v11 is for the progressive paddler who is looking for a boat that is agile and extremely responsive, making short work of the most difficult conditions. In a class and category of its own, the v11 is an exciting new addition to epics line of innovative surfskis. Target audience is the intermediateadvanced paddler who is comfortable and stable in the v10 and wants to move up to the v11 or v12. It would suit beginner to immediate surf ski paddler. If you think of it, let us know when your item sells and well mark it sold.
With the new, redesigned v10l has taken that winning combination and optimized the hull for paddlers 75 kg and under. Setting the bar as one of the best all around intermediate to advanced surfskis on the market. The new epic v10 sport in ultra construction on flat water with a 190 pound. Why use a 12cylinder engine over a 8cylinder engine motor. The longer length of a ski more easily supports the. The new v10l is optimized for lighter weights 165lbs75kg and under so a smaller paddler will find the v10l noticeably faster, while a heavier paddler will be faster in the v10. Our software allows you to boost the efficiency of your dealership overnight by automating routine tasks and making tedious ones much easier to accomplish. Transition from v10 sport performance to v12 ultra.
The v10 gen 3 has increased rocker and modified seat placement. I did the testing on a local lake named tug lake approx 2. The v10l is a lower volume version of the awardwinning v10 surf ski. V10 can never match the finesse, traditions and legends accompanied with v12. The only ride which currently does not have the redesigned close catch is the v10l.
I could tell right away that i was over its listed capacity of 120kg, i havent weighed myself in a long time but if i had to guess id say i was closer to the v12 s capacity of 140kg. What is the difference between a v8 and a v12 engine. The bailer can be completely closed for flat or cold water conditions and has four adjustable positions depending on the. First test of the new epic v10 sport global surfski. Our software allows you to boost the efficiency of your dealership overnight by automating routine tasks. This is 2017 epic v12 by epic kayaks on vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them. As an early adopter of the v14, ive loved the speed, clean lines and comfort of this speed demon, but as an inland paddler, i struggled with the stability on rough days out in the ocean.
Epic kayaks boat and gear upgrade center all the best new and used gear, sponsored by epic kayaks. This is the perfect surfski for paddlers seeking a significant performance upgrade from the popular epic v8. Stability meets performance quite possibly the best boat ever for an athletic and inspired beginner inspired by discussions with boyan, i recently pulled myself away from the v10 gt to spend some quality time in the epic v8 pro. Greg barton has melded the features from the highly acclaimed 2017 edition v12 with the new v10.
Epic lowered the front deck to decrease windage and moved the seat up 2. Epic is very serious about their rigorous testing of prototypes and after testing several models in various locations around the world, the new v12 surfski is the best surfski for elite, openwater paddling, especially in big downwind. Just to remind you, i had at least two v10l s, performance and ultra, three v10 sports, ultra and performance, and a v12 ultra. This is 2017 epic v12 by epic kayaks on vimeo, the. They sem to lose both of those qualities that makes an engine sound good.
Aston martin v8 vantage vs aston martin v12 vantage. Why does a v8 engine sound better than a v10 or v12. With the new, redesigned v10l weve taken that winning combination and optimized the hull for paddlers 75 kg and under. You cant get the latest gear until you sell your old stuff. After feedback, prototypes and testing of seat shapes, we modified the v12 seat to provide more comfort. The v12 is faster than the v10 on flatwater and is a good choice for.
Welcome to the next evolution the goal of the epic v12 was to make the fastest surfski possible. Per a recommendation of a good friend of mine, erik borgnes, i set out to test the speed difference between the epic v8 pro, epic v10 sport and epic v10. Request a sales demo free software trials training resources. The cockpit of the v10l also accommodates shorter leg lengths than the v10. The cockpit of the new v10l also accommodates shorter leg lengths than the v10. It revolutionized surf ski paddling with many features that are now standard on most of the top surf ski brands in the world. Highly skilled elite level paddlers with perfect stability skills will find the v14 slightly faster on flat water.
Callaway big bertha v series or callaway gbb epic 3 comparing. For tentative paddlers on calmer water, the v12 will likely feel slightly less stable than the v10 or v10l. My epic v12 story started in 2009 when i got the first v12 1g on the east coast. The epic v12 is designed to be the ultimate downwind machine for elite level paddlers. It has had a few repairs over the years, but always done by experts. Send us what you want to sell and well post it here for you free. Full carbon honeycomb elite layup, lightest epic construction 10.
Excellent condition, no repairs, washed after each paddle and stored under cover, two years old. I have had the opportunity to spend some time with an epic v12 this spring. Feb 03, 2016 before i write anything about this that may reveal a thing or two about sonic differences, id like to argue that v6, 8, 10, 12, etc. Thus it will fit paddlers from about 51 to 65 tall 1. The sport, along with the other epic skis, is offered in several different layups. The v10 sport fits a wide variety of sizes, accommodating paddlers from 50 to 67. I did a 5 km paddle in really calm conditions during the world champs week in portugal.
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