{"product_id":"v8-generation-3-new","title":"V8 (Generation 3) - NEW!!!","description":"\u003cp class=\"txtNew\" data-min-height=\"203\" data-packed=\"false\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAVAILABLE IN AUSTRALIA FROM JULY 2026 - BE AMONGST THE FIRST IN THE WORLD TO PADDLE THIS NEW SKI!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"txtNew\" data-min-height=\"203\" data-packed=\"false\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter almost 16 years at the top of its class, the surfski that changed the game has been redesigned - the new Generation 3 V8 is here!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"txtNew\" data-min-height=\"203\" data-packed=\"false\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have taken everything that made the V8 famous worldwide and updated it to incorporate literally hundreds of thousands of hours of on-water experience, customer feedback and design technologies to incorporate into one new \u0026amp; very special boat, that we hope will set the standard for many years to follow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"txtNew\" data-min-height=\"203\" data-packed=\"false\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have taken the existing fast yet extremely stable current V8 and made it even faster. The design attributes of this ski now incorporate all the latest learnings from the Epic design team, including that sleek bow design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"txtNew\" data-min-height=\"203\" data-packed=\"false\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow with a seamless finish and two new construction lay-ups, this ski is sure to turn heads and put many smiles on paddlers.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"comp-j5lc2ofo\" class=\"txtNew\" data-min-height=\"203\" data-packed=\"false\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLooking for a ski most can hop in and paddle from day one - or at least develop your skills in flat, harbour or ocean conditions - look no further.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"txtNew\" data-min-height=\"203\" data-packed=\"false\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have taken all the components you know and love about Epics (including but not limited to; the port\/starboard handles, bow \u0026amp; stern handles, Epic footplate system etc) and incorporated these attributes on an entirely new design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"txtNew\" data-min-height=\"203\" data-packed=\"false\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBy blending speed, high stability and a performance oriented deck \u0026amp; outfitting, the V8 offers even higher levels of accessibility and opportunity for paddlers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Best Part? We didn't touch the DNA. It retains the exact same legendary stability and comfort that has made the V8 the world's favourite surfski for beginners and seasoned pros alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eLength: 18'0\" (5.49 m)  \u003cbr\u003eWidth: 52.7 cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 34.5 cm\u003cbr\u003eCapacity: 140 kg\u003cbr\u003eThe V8 G3 should fit paddlers from 5'0\" to 6'6\" or 1.52m to 1.98m - improved from Generation 2.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"color_14\"\u003eCONSTRUCTION OPTIONS\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-packed=\"false\" data-min-height=\"230\" class=\"txtNew\" id=\"comp-j5jzyyr4\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0302\/2048\/4652\/files\/super_ultra_240x240.png?v=1784099719\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-packed=\"false\" data-min-height=\"230\" class=\"txtNew\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10.8-11Kg  - $5,400\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"font_8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enew seamless finished boat using autoclave technologies (increased strength \u0026amp; stiffness)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eextremely light \u0026amp; strong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efoam core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposite hybrid - pre-preg materials throughout (resin-impregnated materials)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoclave technology (pressure used for increased strength)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ered tips bow \u0026amp; stern and white hull\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epainted with automative grade paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0302\/2048\/4652\/files\/super_elite_240x240.png?v=1784099718\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-packed=\"false\" data-min-height=\"230\" class=\"txtNew\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8.5kg Kg - $6,550 \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"font_8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enew seamless finished boat \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eusing autoclave technologies (increased strength \u0026amp; stiffness)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eextremely light \u0026amp; strong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efoam core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efull carbon lay up - pre-preg materials throughout (resin-impregnated materials)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoclave technology (pressure used for increased strength)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epainted with automative grade paint\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esuper elite skis will be available in a mix of colours (grey will be the 'standard' stocked colour in Australia in 2026) - contact Epic Kayaks Australia for available colour range prior to ordering.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0302\/2048\/4652\/files\/DSC_4005.jpg?v=1784539849\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Epic kayaks Aus","offers":[{"title":"Super ultra","offer_id":47708754018481,"sku":null,"price":5400.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Super elite","offer_id":47708754051249,"sku":null,"price":6550.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0302\/2048\/4652\/files\/DSC_4005.jpg?v=1784539849","url":"https:\/\/www.epickayaks.com.au\/products\/v8-generation-3-new","provider":"Epic Kayaks Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}