The S18R G2: An Ultra-Distance Record-Holder, Refined for the Paddler Who Trains Every Day
Owning multiple ultra-distance course records is a statement about one thing: this hull can hold pace when the miles pile up. The redesigned S18R G2 refines that pedigree - a tighter catch at the blade, streamlined carbon handles and a reworked hull shape that is as fast as it looks, wrapped in the lightest layup schedule in the Stellar touring family.
- OEM / ODM Production Available
- Sub-16 kg Race Hull
- ISO 9001 Certified Factory
- Authorized Stellar Agent (Asia & South America)
SINGLE COCKPIT · 33.5" × 17.3"5.48 m - narrow waterline · 81 + 125 L sealed storage · QR Touring footbraceSide profile placeholder - replace with S18R hull photo
Race boats are judged on the starting line; training boats are judged on a Tuesday morning.
The S18R is both. It is the lightest hull in the Stellar family - 15.5 kg in the Alpha build - which matters far more to a training program than to a race-day crowd: fewer trips from the car, easier on the shoulders before the session even starts, and a boat that still delivers the tight, connected feel of a record-holding hull once you are on the water.
Ask any paddler who has spent a season in one: the refined G2 shape makes every stroke count. A tighter catch means the blade loads earlier and the hull answers immediately. The full three-point footbrace holds a powerful leg drive that keeps the narrow 51.2 cm waterline tracking straight for hour after hour - the kind of feedback that turns a routine 20 km session into genuine speed work.
We build the S18R in our own factory under Stellar license and under your brand. For racing clubs, training schools, outfitters and importers, that means a custom carbon fiber kayak program where weight targets, race colors and fleet uniformity are all managed in one order - your manufacturing partner, not just a supplier of finished boats.
15.5 kg
Lightest build in the Stellar touring family - easier lifting, session after session
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USCA
Waterline conforms to USCA Sea Kayak division - race-legal out of the box
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51.2 cm
Narrow beam: the extra length translates into pace, not sluggishness
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206 L
81 L bow + 125 L stern sealed storage for gear-loaded training and tours
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Single-layer carbon & Kevlar® hull with an Advantage deck at 17 kg. Takes the knocks of mixed water and shallow landings, so a training fleet that also runs rivers and rough conditions keeps one schedule.
Stellar S18R G2 - Technical Data
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Length |
17'11" / 5.48 m |
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Beam |
20.2" / 51.2 cm |
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Depth |
12.62" / 32 cm |
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Paddler Height Range |
5' – 6'6" / 1.5 – 2.0 m |
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Max Load |
330 lbs / 150 kg (paddler + gear) |
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Cockpit Dimensions |
33.5" L × 17.3" W (85 × 44 cm) |
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Bow Storage |
21.4 gal / 81 L |
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Stern Storage |
33.3 gal / 125 L |
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Total Sealed Storage |
206 L · sealed bow & stern hatches |
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Competition Class |
USCA Sea Kayak division - compliant waterline beam |
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Footbrace |
QR Touring footbrace - full three-point, adjustable |
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Handles |
Streamlined carbon bow handle (standard) |
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Available Layups |
Alpha · Excel · Multi-Sport · Advantage |
What a sub-16 kg boat does for a training program
- Every training day involves lifting: roof rack, beach, back on the rack. 2 kg saved per lift is 8–16 kg less handled per session per athlete
- A lighter hull lets paddlers focus energy on technique instead of compensating for a heavy boat in the water
- Same stiffness schedule as the heavier touring builds - lightness here comes from material, not compromise
- Fleet continuity: identical layups across a club order means comparable training data for every athlete
QR-Touring-Footbrace
OEM / ODM Service
Racer's Spec Sheet: Custom Programs for Clubs, Coaches and Performance Brands
A race hull is a precise instrument, and its customization should be equally precise. Our OEM/ODM scope on the S18R covers weight-target builds, competition colors and fleet uniformity - everything a performance program needs under one manufacturing partner.
- Race-Weight Target Builds: We build to a weight target, not just a laminate: Alpha schedule, single-color deck, minimal hardware - every gram accounted for. For clubs, the same target across a batch means every athlete trains in a boat that behaves identically.
- RAL Racing Color System: Eleven RAL finishes from RAL 3020 red to RAL 5017 blue are available in-mold. One honest trade-off we manage for you: bright colors (RAL 2004 orange, RAL 1018 yellow) need extra coats that add 100–200 g - we factor it into the weight plan so the number on the spec sheet is the number on the scale.
- Club Fleet Uniformity: Same hull, same layup, same color, same batch. We supply club marks, paddle numbers and matching deck schemes across a full container, with per-unit weight records so coaches can rely on identical equipment for every athlete.
- USCA Class Assurance: The S18R's waterline conforms to the USCA Sea Kayak division. We document class compliance in your shipment paperwork, so race organizers and national federations can verify eligibility without extra inspection.
We partner with carbon fiber boat and kayak brands, competitive clubs and training schools across Asia and South America - your manufacturing partner for race-fleet programs from weight targets to full-container color-matched builds, not just a supplier of finished boats.
FAQ
Q: The S18R, S18 G2 and S18 EXP G2 all share the 18-foot hull family - how do we choose?
A: Think of them as three programs on one lineage. The S18R is the racer: narrowest waterline, lightest builds, USCA-compliant, built for training and competition pace. The S18 G2 is the all-round solo touring hull for mixed use. The S18 EXP G2 is the expedition variant with 211 L of cargo capacity for multi-day trips. If your program is about speed, training volume and race eligibility, the S18R is the specialist; many clubs carry the trio and rotate by mission.
Q: Why does a sub-16 kg boat matter so much for training programs?
A: Because training is a daily routine, not a race day. A paddler lifting a hull onto a roof rack twice a day, every training day, moves several tonnes of boat weight over a season - and heavier boats also cost energy on the water that could go into technique. At 15.5 kg the Alpha build removes that tax while keeping the same stiffness as heavier touring builds. It is the difference between equipment that drains athletes and equipment that supports them.
Q: What does USCA Sea Kayak division compliance actually mean?
A: The USCA (United States Canoe Association) runs sanctioned racing divisions with waterline rules, and the S18R's waterline beam conforms to its Sea Kayak division. In practice: the hull is eligible for USCA-sanctioned events without modification, and we document compliance in shipment paperwork so federations and race organizers can verify it quickly. It also signals the boat sits on a genuine race platform, not a touring hull with a racy paint job.
Q: Why do bright colors like orange or yellow add 100–200 g?
A: Bright pigments (RAL 2004 orange, RAL 1018 yellow) have poor hiding power, so they need extra coats to reach full opacity in-mold - typically adding 100–200 g to hull weight. Other RAL finishes in the palette don't carry that penalty. We factor the difference into your weight plan before production, so the spec sheet and the scale always agree - and if a weight target is critical, we can recommend a single-color deck scheme that hits it.
Q: Can you unify a whole club fleet - same color, same layup, same weight?
A: Yes, and uniformity is the point of our Club Fleet program. A full container can ship as one matched batch: identical layup, identical RAL color, club marks and paddle numbers applied, and per-hull weigh-ins held to a spread of ≤ 0.3 kg per laminate. Coaches then know every athlete trains in equipment that measures the same - which makes training data comparable across the whole squad.
Q: Which B2B buyers typically order the S18R?
A: Four profiles dominate: competitive clubs standardizing a light training hull; coaching schools running technique and pace programs; event operators and race renters that want a durable fast solo; and importers launching a performance line under their own brand. We quote per laminate and per customization level - send your training program and volume, and we come back with a fleet recommendation, not a one-line price.
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