Wilderness Systems Tempest 170 Kayak - Clearance
- 17.0 ft length
- 325 lbs max capacity
- Built for Touring
Wilderness Systems Tempest 170 Kayak - Clearance
Sea-kayak performance that goes the distance
The award-winning Tempest 170 pairs a long 17' waterline with a progressive, shallow-V hull that tracks confidently and resurfaces cleanly in big water. The TruTrak adjustable skeg lets you dial in straight-line tracking or supreme maneuverability on demand.
- 17' (518 cm) hull with flared bow that sheds waves in open-water conditions
- Progressive hull flattens under the paddler for relaxed primary and high secondary stability
- TruTrak adjustable skeg, controlled from the cockpit, for tracking-to-turning versatility
Industry-leading comfort for all-day touring
The Phase 3 AirPro seating system is engineered to keep you comfortable and supported mile after mile, with airflow-friendly construction and full adjustability so paddlers of all sizes can settle in.
- Phase 3 AirPro padded seat with adjustable backrest for lower-back support
- Adjustable, padded thigh braces for a locked-in, connected feel
- Slidelock adjustable foot-brace system tunes the cockpit to your size
Expedition-ready capacity that stays dry
Three sealed hatches and watertight bulkheads give you the load capacity for multi-day trips while keeping gear protected, and the rigged deck keeps essentials within reach.
- Three dry-storage hatches (one bow, two stern) with domed water-shedding covers
- Front and rear watertight bulkheads separate compartments and add flotation
- 325 lb maximum capacity plus deck bungee rigging for on-water gear access
Rotomolded durability built for the long haul
Built from rugged rotomolded polyethylene, the Tempest 170 stands up to impacts, abrasion, and the rigors of real expedition use season after season.
- Single-piece rotomolded polyethylene hull for impact and abrasion resistance
- Spray-skirt compatible cockpit for sealed protection in rough water
- 57 lb hull weight balances durability with manageable transport
What paddlers say
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| Price | $1,599.00 | $1,499.00 | $2,406.15 | $1,699.00 |
| Length | 17.0 ft | 16.0 ft | 15.2 ft | 14.0 ft |
| Weight | 57 lbs | 55 lbs | 50 lbs | 47 lbs |
| Max capacity | 325 lbs | 300 lbs | 400 lbs | 300 lbs |
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Full specifications
- Length
- 17' (518 cm)
- Width
- 22 in (56 cm)
- Deck Height
- 13.5 in (34 cm)
- Weight
- 57 lbs (26 kg)
- Max Capacity
- 325 lbs (147 kg)
- Cockpit (L x W)
- 34 in x 18 in
- Hull / Material
- Rotomolded polyethylene
- Seat
- Phase 3 AirPro padded, adjustable backrest
- Skeg
- TruTrak adjustable, cockpit-controlled
- Storage
- 3 hatches with front & rear bulkheads
- Best For
- Sea kayaking / touring, intermediate to advanced
Everything you need to launch day one
About this kayak
Call 1-800-442-4837 for shipping information and cost.
The award-winning Wilderness Systems Tempest 170 is a sea kayak designed for paddlers of all sizes who want to take their skills to the next level. The Phase 3® AirPro seating system delivers industry-leading comfort, while generous capacity lets you travel farther and carry more. The TruTrak adjustable skeg system makes it easy to dial in straight-line tracking or switch to tighter, more responsive handling as conditions demand.
Specs
- Length: 17 ft (518 cm)
- Width: 22 in (56 cm)
- Deck Height: 13.5 in (34 cm)
- Cockpit Length: 34 in (86 cm)
- Cockpit Width: 18 in (46 cm)
- Boat Weight: 57 lbs (26 kg)
- Max Capacity: 325 lbs (147 kg)
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