Lightweight Kayaks & Surfskis | Nordic Kayaks USA

Rapido

NK Rapido surfski
Rapido surfski
NK Rapido specs

Rapido

Speedy yet stable.
Introducing the Rapido: your perfect partner for those days when you want to feel unstoppable on the water. Nestled between the Storm and the Squall in the NK lineup, this surfski gives you the snug fit of the Nitro but with a wider hull, meaning you’ll glide through waves with extra stability. Its sleek, narrow nose slices through the water like a hot knife through butter, while the added rocker makes maneuvering a breeze. And because we know you love catching every little swell, the slightly forward-positioned seat puts you in prime surfing position. Plus, we’ve included our signature carbon carry handles—a rare treat for such a slim, speedy model—because after conquering the waves, the last thing you need is a struggle on land. Wet, tired, but victorious? Rapido’s got your back.

Included with your new NK surfski

  • carbon fiber footrest with self adjusting lines made for easy length adjustment
  • deBrito (vs 3) foot controlled self bailer, the most efficient on the market
  • anchor point for leash on the foot strap
  • bike-bottle holder including NK sports bottle in cockpit
  • bungy on back deck
  • NK/deBrito rudder control yoke for optimal smooth steering
  • Race rudder as standard

Additional Rudder Options

AUTOCLAVE PREPREG TECHNOLOGY

All our crafts at NK are sculpted using prepreg carbon and autoclaved to perfection—a technique that’s as elite as it is intricate. Not many in the kayak realm have adopted this high-end method, known for its hefty price tag and complex execution.

Thanks to the uniform distribution of material in prepregs and the meticulously controlled high temperatures and pressures in the autoclave, our surfskis and kayaks boast unparalleled strength while maintaining a surprisingly light weight.

The layers in each boat are fused under intense conditions to create an exceptionally durable bond, ensuring our kayaks are not only reliable but also built to last. This cutting-edge technology is shared with industries where precision is paramount—like aerospace and Formula 1 racing. At NK, we bring this extraordinary engineering right to your boat.

MATERIAL OVERVIEW

COLOR OPTIONS

MODEL COMPARISON

Brian Murphy
Brian MurphyStorm 610 CC
“By far my NK is the most well constructed, comfortable, and responsive boat I have yet to paddle.”
Wilson Reavley
Wilson ReavleyNitro 640
"I love paddling my Nitro 640, it's the most comfortable ski I've ever paddled and an absolute blast in everything from glassy flatwater to nuking downwind!"
Dennis Mowry
Dennis MowryStorm 570 & Nitro 600
"Very comfortable, fun, & nimble boats."

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