Following the
Rexy , EXO Kayaks once again demonstrates its innovative spirit and keen sense of shape. With the Zion series, EXO is clearly setting new standards in the whitewater sector. The EXO Zion Slalom S is fast yet incredibly maneuverable. This combination of two qualities is what makes the Zion series so special.
The Slalom S is a fantastic all-around boat for smaller and lighter paddlers. It offers plenty of safety margin, making it suitable for more challenging whitewater. At 257 cm long, it's not extremely long, but still quite fast. The bow is significantly less bulky than, for example, the
Waka Goat. The seating position is therefore slightly different: the legs are more stretched and not as far apart. Because the boat is narrower, it's extremely easy to roll over the rail and boofs over the stern. A hot tip for anyone looking for a replacement for their beloved Axiom! Treat yourself to this rocker :-)
The Exo Zion Slalom S has the biggest rocker we've ever seen for a boat of its size! The boat is practically a semicircle! This leads to several things. For one, the bow ALWAYS stays dry. It zips, pushes, and bounces over everything in its path. The rocker at the stern is also considerable. As a result, even after big boofs, you rarely get thrown out of position. Another important point: due to the banana shape, even small changes in seating position have a significant impact on the boat's handling. Experimenting with your seating position is recommended. Thanks to the new metal plate with a groove, this is quite easy to do. Shifting your weight forward and backward also translates well to the boat.
Despite the pronounced stern rocker, the boat can still be undercut and provides plenty of fun on the river!
Our conclusion: a fantastic river runner for everyone weighing approximately 45-80 kg! Definitely worth trying!
Product details EXO Zion Slalom S
- Interior fittings are very robust and easy to adjust
- Back strap adjustment via drawstring
- No foam wedge at the front, but a space-saving plastic column (ideal carrying handle!).
- Foam center wedge at the rear
- Center rail, which stiffens the kayak by connecting the center wedges to the seat.
- adjustable seat position
- including seat cushion and side hip pads
- One handle in front, one handle in back
- adjustable footrest
- Made in Italy
Length: 257 cm |
Width: 62 cm |
Volume: 256 L |
Weight: 19 kg |
Hatch size: 78 x 50 cm |
Recommended weight: 45 - 80 kg
