Lekker Kayaks Kulu Kayak is the kayak that turns children into whitewater addicts. It is the most versatile riverrunner on the market for the 30-60kg/65-130lbs young paddler (typically 8 to 14 years old), enabling the full learning curve from true beginner to competent kayaker.

The Kulu riverrunner is designed to be the perfect first whitewater kayak – for kids just starting out, as well as for more experienced young paddlers looking to take their downriver skills to the next level.

While not a freestyle kayak, the Kulu offers great playability. Its planing hull has rails just sharp enough for easy spins, and the super-forgiving sidewalls make controlling the kayak downriver while playing every feature a breeze. The bow has enough volume to make technical runs easy and safe, while the stern strikes the right balance between sliciness for squirting and forgiveness for staying on top of turbulent water.

Unbelievably easy to roll, the Kulu provides a huge confidence boost as kids begin whitewater paddling. Additionally, it carries enough speed on flatwater for children to keep up with adults on longer trips.

Kids on the lower end of the weight spectrum will find the Kulu exceptionally forgiving yet still responsive and maneuverable, with ample volume to install confidence in slightly bigger rapids. Kids on the high end of the weight spectrum will find it to be a lively kayak that they can learn to squirt too, but still forgiving enough for beginners to learn the basics. The sweet spot in terms of paddler weight for the Kulu is quite wide, making it a great kayak to progress in and not outgrow too fast.

Note: Petite adults (typically smaller women) who fall within the weight range will naturally experience the same benefits of the design.