Pyranha Firecracker 252 Whitewater Kayak - Clearance
- 8.0 ft length
- Built for Whitewater
Pyranha Firecracker 252 Whitewater Kayak - Clearance
A half-slice built to get vertical everywhere
The Firecracker 252 pairs a wide, spinnable planing hull with a sliced stern so you can stern-squirt, snap onto waves, and go vertical in the smallest of features. A dry, buoyant bow keeps it riding high and confident on the way downriver.
- Compact, lightweight half-slice design
- Planing hull spins and surfs with ease
- Sliced stern gets vertical in micro-eddies
- Dry bow rides high for downriver confidence
The largest Firecracker, sized for bigger paddlers
At 252cm with 287 liters of volume, this is the high-volume member of the three-size Firecracker range. It is dialed for paddlers in the 80–130kg (176–287 lb) window who want full half-slice performance without giving up flotation.
- 252cm length, 70cm width
- 287L volume for ample flotation
- Optimum paddler weight 80–130kg (176–287 lb)
- Largest of the 232 / 242 / 252 lineup
A comfortable, connected cockpit for all-day play
A roomy keyhole cockpit makes entry and exit easy while keeping you locked in for aggressive moves. The generous opening suits a wide range of paddlers learning their first vertical moves or stringing together advanced freestyle combos.
- External cockpit 91.5cm x 52cm (36" x 20.5")
- Roomy keyhole opening for easy entry/exit
- Snug, connected fit for control on edge
- Forgiving enough for progression, sharp enough for experts
One boat for surfing, squirting and downriver fun
Classified as a Freeride kayak, the Firecracker bridges the gap between the Ripper and Ozone — short and playful, yet capable downriver. It is at home learning tomahawks and cobra flips or simply throwing the boat around on your home run.
- Freeride design for downriver freestyle
- Surf waves, squirt, and play holes
- Suited to beginners through advanced paddlers
- 21kg (46 lb) for easy handling on and off the water
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Full specifications
- Length
- 252 cm (8' 3")
- Width
- 70 cm (27.5")
- Weight
- 21 kg (46 lbs)
- Volume
- 287 L (76 US gallons)
- Optimum paddler weight
- 80–130 kg (176–287 lbs)
- External cockpit length
- 91.5 cm (36")
- External cockpit width
- 52 cm (20.5")
- Hull type
- Planing hull, half-slice
- Category
- Freeride / downriver freestyle
- Best for
- Surfing, squirting, vertical play and downriver runs
Everything you need to launch day one
About this kayak
The Pyranha Firecracker is a compact half-slice whitewater kayak built for explosive downriver freeride performance that paddlers of all levels can enjoy. Whip into every micro-eddy, snap onto every wave, and get vertical anywhere on the river — the Firecracker makes it all accessible.
Its spinnable, surfable planing hull keeps the bow dry on downriver runs while still giving you the tools to get down and play. Compact and lightweight, it's designed to throw around with comfort and confidence as you work on new moves.
Features
- Compact, lightweight half-slice design
- Spinnable, surfable, stable planing hull
- Bow stays dry downriver with full play potential
- Forgiving feel between moves — fun without consequence
Specs
- Length: 7 ft 11 in
- Width: 26 in
- Weight: 40 lbs
- Cockpit: 36 in x 20.5 in
- Paddler Weight Range: 135–200 lbs
Specifications
- Length: 252 cm (8' 3")
- Width: 70 cm (27.5")
- Weight: 21 kg (46 lbs)
- Number of riders: 1
- Best for: Surfing, squirting, vertical play and downriver runs
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