The Concept
The Size Most Sprinters Race
The 85 is the middle size of the Apex ICF K1 family - the band from 80 to 95 kg where much of the sprint field actually lines up. It carries an 187 lb (85 kg) capacity rating on the same stiffness-first hull as the rest of the family.
Long smooth waterlines, a 3-point footbrace and a slightly deeper 12.99" profile than the 75 keep heavier paddlers on the waterline the class intends - so the power you generate is the power that moves the boat.
Features
Built for the Middle of the Pack
The weight band that decides races - covered properly.
80–95 kg, Properly Seated
The 85's deeper profile and 187 lb capacity keep an 80–95 kg paddler on the designed waterline - no bow-up, no drag.
Heavier Strokes, Solid Base
The 3-point footbrace holds a powerful leg drive in place, so bigger paddlers can put full force through every stroke.
ICF Sprint Ready
An ICF Sprint K1 through and through - flatwater-legal for sanctioned sprint events, race-ready straight from the factory.
Specifications
The Numbers
The middle size, fully specified.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 17'1" / 5.2 m |
| Beam | 16.14" / 41 cm |
| Depth | 12.99" / 33 cm |
| Capacity | 187 lb / 85 kg |
| Size (this page) | 85 - fits 80–95 kg / 175–210 lb |
| Family Sizes | 75 / 85 / 95 (75: 70–85 kg; 95: 90–105 kg) |
| Class | ICF Sprint K1 |
| Footbrace | 3-point footbrace |
| Builds Available | Alpha (woven carbon), Excel, Multi-Sport, Advantage |
| Hull Weight | 20.3 lb (Alpha) |
Construction
Match the Laminate to the Load
Heavier paddlers load the hull harder - pick accordingly.
Alpha ★ Woven Carbon
20.3 lb
9.2 kg
Clear-cured Toray 3K carbon weave on Nomex honeycomb - the stiffest, lightest laminate for peak race weeks.
Excel
22 lb
10 kg
Fiberglass with Kevlar reinforcement on Nomex honeycomb - near-Alpha stiffness with everyday toughness.
Multi-Sport
24.5 lb
11.5 kg
Carbon-Kevlar single-skin shell over the standard Advantage deck - bends with hard water, ships with rudder and bailer.
Advantage
24.5 lb
11.5 kg
Gelcoated epoxy fiberglass infusion over a Soric core - puncture resistance and pricing that suit club budgets.
Colors
Available RAL Colors
Want a different shade? We can make it.
FAQ
Q: What kind of paddler does the 85 fit?
A: Athletes racing at 80–95 kg (175–210 lb). It's the middle rung of the Apex K1 ladder - sized for the weight band where most sprint athletes actually race.
Q: What's the difference between the 75, 85 and 95 sizes?
A: The hull family is the same ICF Sprint K1 design; the sizes distribute paddlers by body weight so each boat sits at the waterline the class intends. The 75 covers 70–85 kg, the 85 covers 80–95 kg, and the 95 covers 90–105 kg.
Q: I'm between the 75 and the 85 - how do I decide?
A: If your race weight hovers around 82–85 kg, weigh your season's typical race weight rather than your heaviest training weight. Paddlers at the top of the 75 band who are adding strength often move to the 85 for the extra load room.
Q: What is the 85's capacity rating?
A: Stellar rates the 85 at 187 lb / 85 kg - the boat is engineered for paddlers in the 80–95 kg range plus their kit.
Q: How does the 85 hull differ from the 75?
A: The same 17'1" length and 16.14" beam, but the 85 runs a slightly deeper 12.99" profile than the 75 (12.80") - the extra depth carries the heavier paddler at the correct waterline.
Q: Which laminate suits an 85-kg paddler best?
A: If you race light and store carefully, Alpha at 20.3 lb is the benchmark. Heavier paddlers put more force through the hull, so the Kevlar Excel or the tougher Multi-Sport / Advantage builds (24.5 lb) are the practical choices for daily training and club rotation.
Q: Is the 85 ready for ICF sprint events?
A: Yes - like every Apex, the 85 is an ICF Sprint K1, built for flatwater sprint racing under ICF class rules, with long smooth waterlines tuned for the 200 m to longer sprint courses.
Q: When should I step up to the 95?
A: If you race at 90 kg or above - especially if you're adding mass toward 95 kg - the 95 (90–105 kg) gives you the headroom to keep the hull on its designed waterline.
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