Knysna Racing Kayaks

02/10/2026

We’ve got some exciting news.

Salt Kayaks has acquired Knysna Racing Kayaks, taking full ownership and control of the business from 1 October.

KRK product will still be available, but will now be fully owned, built and operated by Salt Kayaks.

On a personal note, we are committed to our mission: building the highest quality craft and continuing to grow the sport of paddling, which we all love.

For existing KRK customers and dealers, this means continuity of quality and support, while we work on what comes next.

We are always just a phone call away.

See you on the water,
Tom & Johan

28/04/2026

Adventure begins where the land ends....why not on a Genius RS!

08/09/2025

Meet the Apex Midway S1 – the perfect surfski for beginner to intermediate paddlers!

📏 580cm long x 48cm wide x 40cm high
👣 Long footwell – tall paddlers welcome
💪 Ideal for paddlers up to ~100kg
⚙️ Carbon adjustable steering + carbon rudder
💦 Standard or De Brito bailer system
🤝 Side grab handle for easy carrying

Fast, stable, and fun – the Midway S1 is built to grow with you! 💥

04/09/2025

Genius RS S1 – The Ultimate Beginner Surfski!

Super stable, super fun! At 580cm in lenght x 52.5cm in width, the RS is built for paddlers up to 130kg, offering unbeatable confidence on the water.

Whether you're new to surfski or just want a chill, stable ride, the RS makes every session a good time. Flatwater or ocean – just paddle and smile! 😄

03/09/2025

🚨 NEW LAUNCH! 🚨
The Vantage XSmall K1 – your next step after the Guppie K1!

Built for speed and progression – this low-volume kayak is perfect for lightweight junior paddlers ready to take things up a notch. 💪

520cm long x 37cm wide – Sleek, responsive, and race-ready!
🎯 Designed for juniors who’ve outgrown the Guppie and are ready to level up.

✅ Lightweight
✅ Stable
✅ Seriously fun

If your paddler’s growing skills deserve a faster ride – this is it. 👊💥

02/09/2025

Meet the Vantage Small K1 – Made for the Sleek, Swift & Strong! 💨💕

At 520cm long x 39cm wide, this beauty is a slim-line speedster built for smaller, lighter paddlers who want to fly across the water. Perfect for the ladies (and gents!) around 70–85kg who are ready to trade bulk for blazing performance. 🔥

💡 Why you'll love it:
✅ Lower volume = better control
✅ Sleek build = less drag, more speed
✅ Lightweight design = easier handling on & off the water
✅ Basically, it’s the Little Black Dress of racing kayaks 👗😉

💬 Tag your paddling buddy who needs this in their life! 🛶✨

02/09/2025

FYI.... time is running out!!

ENTRY FEE INCREASE: TOMORROW

To all the last-minute.com entrants, there is still time to save the price of a few sponsors' drinks by grabbing an entry for the Fish River Canoe Marathon before midnight tomorrow (Wednesday).

Early bird entries and the corresponding R200 discount end at midnight tomorrow, so grab your spot on the start line for the 2025 SA K2 Champs and have some spending money for an aQuellé and / or Hansa at registration.

Entries are open at the PSA portal at: https://paddler.paddlesportsa.com/

Hansa Pilsener
OVK
Knysna Racing Kayaks
aQuellé
Paddlesport South Africa

01/09/2025

Meet Your New Speed Machine: The Vantage Medium K1 🚀

At 520cm long and 39cm wide, this sleek racing beast isn’t just built for speed — it lives for it. Designed for paddlers in the 80–95kg range, the Vantage Medium K1 strikes that perfect balance between stability and warp-speed performance. 🏁💨

Whether you're chasing podiums or just your personal best, this K1 will make you feel like you're flying on water. 🦅🌊

✅ Razor-sharp handling
✅ Racing-tuned hull
✅ Lightweight, agile, and ready to rip

Warning: side effects may include excessive grinning and spontaneous bragging rights. 😎

📸 Drop a pic if you're lucky enough to paddle one 🌊🔥

28/08/2025

🔥 Big paddler? Big goals? This one's for you.
Check out the Vantage Large K1 – a fast, stable racing kayak built for larger paddlers (90kg - 110kg) who want serious performance on the water. 🛶💨

📏 520cm long x 39.5cm wide – giving you that perfect mix of speed and control.
🏆 Already a podium winner, so you know it delivers where it counts.

If you’re training hard and want a boat that can keep up (or help you pull ahead), this is it.

✅ Built for racing
✅ Super sleek design
✅ Comfortable fit for taller paddlers

Want to take it for a spin or learn more? Hit us up! 📩 [email protected]

27/08/2025

🚣‍♂️ Jacana K1 – The Sweet Spot for Intermediate Paddlers 🚣‍♀️

If you're past the beginner stage and looking for a kayak that keeps up with your growing skills, the Jacana K1 might be exactly what you need.

With a sleek 520cm length and 44cm width, it's built for speed without being overly twitchy – perfect for those stepping up their paddling game.

✅ Fast, smooth, and responsive
✅ Stable enough to focus on technique
✅ Great for club sessions or casual racing

Basically, it’s the kayak that helps you go faster without feeling like you’re constantly about to tip over 😅

Tried the Jacana K1? Drop a comment and tell us what you think!