{"product_id":"epic-v8-gen-3-new","title":"EPIC V8 (Gen 3) - *NEW*","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEpic V8 (Gen3) Surfski - From $5,400\u003cbr\u003e*New from July 2026*\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-packed=\"false\" data-min-height=\"203\" class=\"txtNew\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter almost 16 years at the top of its class, the surfski that changed the game has been redesigned - the new epic kayaks Generation 3 V8 is here!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-packed=\"false\" data-min-height=\"203\" class=\"txtNew\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpic Kayaks have taken everything that made the V8 famous worldwide and updated it to incorporate literally hundreds of thousands of hours of on-water experience, customer feedback and design technologies to incorporate into one new \u0026amp; very special boat, that they hope will set the standard for many years to follow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-packed=\"false\" data-min-height=\"203\" class=\"txtNew\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey have taken the existing fast yet extremely stable current V8 and made it even faster. The design attributes of this ski now incorporate all the latest learnings from the Epic design team, including that sleek bow design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-packed=\"false\" data-min-height=\"203\" class=\"txtNew\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow with a seamless finish and two new construction lay-ups, this ski is sure to turn heads and put many smiles on paddlers.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-packed=\"false\" data-min-height=\"203\" class=\"txtNew\" id=\"comp-j5lc2ofo\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLooking for a ski most can hop in and paddle from day one - or at least develop your skills in flat, harbour or ocean conditions - look no further.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-packed=\"false\" data-min-height=\"203\" class=\"txtNew\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpic Kayaks have taken all the components you know and love about Epics (including but not limited to; the port\/starboard handles, bow \u0026amp; stern handles, Epic footplate system etc) and incorporated these attributes on an entirely new design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-packed=\"false\" data-min-height=\"203\" class=\"txtNew\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy blending speed, high stability and a performance oriented deck \u0026amp; outfitting, the V8 offers even higher levels of accessibility and opportunity for paddlers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Best Part? They didn't touch the DNA. It retains the exact same legendary stability and comfort that has made the V8 the world's favourite surfski for beginners and seasoned pros alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eLength: 18'0\" (5.49 m)  \u003cbr\u003eWidth: 52.7 cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 34.5 cm\u003cbr\u003eCapacity: 140 kg\u003cbr\u003eThe V8 G3 should fit paddlers from 5'0\" to 6'6\" or 1.52m to 1.98m - improved from Generation 2.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"color_14\"\u003eCONSTRUCTION OPTIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"comp-j5jzyyr4\" class=\"txtNew\" data-min-height=\"230\" data-packed=\"false\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0302\/2048\/4652\/files\/super_ultra_240x240.png?v=1784099719\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"txtNew\" data-min-height=\"230\" data-packed=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10.8-11Kg  - $5,400\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"font_8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enew seamless finished boat using autoclave technologies (increased strength \u0026amp; stiffness)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eextremely light \u0026amp; strong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efoam core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposite hybrid - pre-preg materials throughout (resin-impregnated materials)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoclave technology (pressure used for increased strength)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ered tips bow \u0026amp; stern and white hull\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epainted with automative grade paint\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0302\/2048\/4652\/files\/super_elite_240x240.png?v=1784099718\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"txtNew\" data-min-height=\"230\" data-packed=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8.5kg Kg - $6,550 \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"font_8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enew seamless finished boat\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eusing autoclave technologies (increased strength \u0026amp; stiffness)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eextremely light \u0026amp; strong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efoam core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efull carbon lay up - pre-preg materials throughout (resin-impregnated materials)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoclave technology (pressure used for increased strength)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epainted with automative grade paint\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esuper elite skis will be available in a mix of colours (grey will be the 'standard' stocked colour in Australia in 2026) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/6449\/files\/V83_2.webp?v=1784867300\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/6449\/files\/V83_3.jpg?v=1784867310\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/6449\/files\/V831.webp?v=1784867289\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/6449\/files\/V83_4.webp?v=1784867319\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDue to fluctuating stock levels you will be contacted as soon as your order is placed, to be informed of delivery date OR feel free to call us to check availability (or next shipment container delivery date). 02 9970 7081 \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pro Kayaks","offers":[{"title":"Super Ultra","offer_id":43143142604898,"sku":null,"price":5400.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Super Elite","offer_id":43143142637666,"sku":null,"price":6550.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/6449\/files\/V831.webp?v=1784867289","url":"https:\/\/shop.prokayaks.com.au\/products\/epic-v8-gen-3-new","provider":"Pro Kayaks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}