Perception Essence 16.5 Kayak from Perception is built to perform on the ocean with a design that provides a blend of speed and stability,the Perception Essence 16.5 kayak has a touring-style hull for open water adventure and a snug cockpit for edging and rolls.
Perception Essence 16.5 Kayak Features:
- Touring style hull offers excellent versatility; great for those seeking a boat for everything from open water to local lakes.
- Cockpit is snug and precise fitting, providing positive fit for aggressive edging and rolls without being uncomfortable for casual touring.
- Rigid polyethylene hull withstands years of use without the need for maintenance.
- Liquicell seat technology focuses on the elimination of low-back pain caused by sitting in one position over long periods.
- Adjustable foot braces and padded foam thigh braces customize cockpit for maximum performance and comfort.
- Fully bulkheaded bow, stern and day hatches provide generous dry cargo storage for extended voyages.
- Cockpit-deployable skeg enhances tracking in rougher water and windy conditions.
- Perimeter deck lines for increased safety and easy re-entry into kayak.
- Deck rigging on bow and stern lets you stash items you want to have readily available.
- Ergonomic carry handles at bow and stern make trips to and from the water a cinch.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Comfortable,the seating zone is excellent and can be easily customized to fit your needs.
- Perception Essence 16.5 Kayak stability is good and even with vigorous movement the boat doesn’t seem to rock as much. Perception Essence 16.5 Kayak stability is pretty much the highest selling point of the Perception Essence- you would have a hard time tipping over if you use this kayak..
- Fast.
- Maneuverable.
- Huge storage.
Cons
Conclusion
The Perception Essence 16.5 kayak was designed for the smaller paddler looking to take a longer journey in any kind of sea conditions. The Essence focuses on efficiency, tracking and stability to provide a paddler with a boat that is very predictable in all conditions. It has a moderately soft-chined hull that allows great edge control and turning. It comes with a drop skeg, and can also be easily fitted with a rudder.
