Two paddlers, one hull, zero compromise: the ST17 is a tandem kayak engineered around its crew, not adapted after the fact. The hull's buoyancy zones and cockpit spacing are balanced so adults of very different size and weight paddle level, in rhythm - while one-piece composite construction keeps this 17-foot two-person kayak light enough for a couple to lift and roof-rack unaided. A true two-person kayak for families, camps and rental fleets.
- 5.3 m Length (17'5")
- 71 cm Beam (28")
- 230 kg Max Load
- 176 L Dry Storage
- 2 Fixed Cockpits
- 22.5 kg Ultra Woven Build
Why a tandem kayak is a different design problem - and how the ST17 solves it.
A tandem kayak must carry two paddlers' weight, two paddlers' rhythm and two paddlers' gear without becoming hard to steer or hard to lift. The ST17 answers with a beam carried low in the waterline, so the hull sits level even when one paddler is heavier than the other, and with cockpit openings placed around the boat's center of buoyancy - the zones where a hull is naturally most stable. The result is a two-person kayak that forgives mistimed strokes while still holding a clean line.
This is a dedicated tandem: both cockpits, the bulkhead positions and the deck layout are designed into the mold from day one, not converted later. Lightness comes from the same heat-cured, vacuum-infused composite process used across the Stellar range, and our tooling lets OEM and ODM buyers brand this carbon fiber kayak with their own gelcoat shades, deck graphics and packaging without re-engineering the hull.
Key Features
Built as a team boat - the details matter once two people paddle together.
One-Piece Hull Shell
Gelcoat, epoxy and core cured into a single molded shell - no glued joints to fatigue in hard use.
Sealed Dry Storage
Bow and stern hatches swallow everything from picnic gear to multi-day kit for two.
Two Independent Fits
Each cockpit has its own adjustable brace, so shorter and taller paddlers both find a secure reach.
All-Day Comfort
A molded bottle holder and padded seat keep long sessions painless - a small detail crews notice.
Easy Lifting & Loading
Molded handles at both ends make beach carries and roof-rack loading a two-person job, not a workout.
Tracking When You Need It
The stern accepts Stellar's rudder system for open-water lines - specified per order.
Full Specifications
Factory data - official published specifications.
| Model | Stellar Tandem 17 (ST17) Touring Kayak |
|---|---|
| Type | Fixed two-cockpit tandem touring kayak |
| Length | 17'5" / 5.3 m |
| Beam | 28" / 71 cm |
| Depth | 13.7" / 34.8 cm |
| Paddler Height Range | 5'–6'6" / 1.5–2.0 m (per paddler) |
| Max Load | 500 lb / 230 kg |
| Cockpit Openings | 17.7" W × 36.6" L - front & rear |
| Bow Hatch | 15.6 gal / 59 L |
| Stern Hatch | 30.9 gal / 117 L |
| Total Storage | 176 L |
| Foot Braces | SmartTrack adjustable - independent per cockpit |
| Construction Options | Ultra Woven Carbon / Excel / Advantage (see below) |
Construction
Three laminates on one hull design - match weight and budget to your market.
| Ultra - Woven Carbon | 49.6 lb / 22.5 kg - heat-cured epoxy woven Toray 3K carbon fiber over Nomex® honeycomb. Stiffest, lightest build with a clear finish. |
|---|---|
| Excel | 49.6 lb / 22.5 kg - heat-cured epoxy Kevlar® and fiberglass over Nomex® honeycomb under gelcoat. Racing-level stiffness at a friendlier price. |
| Advantage | 55.1 lb / 25 kg - vacuum-infused epoxy fiberglass over Soric® core under gelcoat. The tough, cost-efficient standard for fleets. |
ISO 9001 process control follows each hull from intake to final trim, and buyers may audit the floor in person. OEM/ODM programs tune the laminate to a target weight or price, run your RAL shade and deck branding on our molds, and manage serialized QC and retail packaging in one conversation.
FAQ
Q: Why choose a fixed tandem instead of a modular kayak?
A: A fixed two-cockpit hull is engineered around two paddlers from the start - cockpit spacing, buoyancy and storage are balanced for a full crew, with no conversion hardware to store or maintain. It is the simplest boat for a rental, camp or family that always paddles as a pair.
Q: How does the ST17 handle two paddlers of very different sizes?
A: Each cockpit has an independent SmartTrack foot brace inside the same comfortable opening, so a taller paddler stretches out while a shorter paddler stays securely braced. The wide beam carries weight low in the waterline, keeping the hull level whatever the crew mix.
Q: Is 22.5 kg realistic for a tandem kayak, and who lifts it?
A: Yes - that is the woven carbon laminate build. Two adults lift the hull easily using the molded handles at both ends, which also makes roof-rack loading and beach launching far easier than with a heavier fiberglass tandem.
Q: How durable is the ST17 for daily rental and camp use?
A: The gelcoat-finished Advantage build shrugs off docks and sand, and one-piece molded construction leaves no glued seams to fail. An optional rudder can be specified for open-water routes, letting one hull serve beginners and experienced guests alike.
Q: What does an OEM tandem order include?
A: Your brand gelcoat or two-tone deck, logos, hang tags and retail packaging are all handled on our tooling, with serialized QC records kept per hull. We quote against your target weight and price, and first orders carry a low MOQ so you can trial the model.
Hangzhou Chengxin Composite Material Co., Ltd. is one of the most reliable manufacturers and suppliers of stellar tandem carbon fiber kayak in China. With a professional production team, we are able to meet the needs of the majority of our customers. Please rest assured to buy customized stellar tandem carbon fiber kayak from our factory.
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