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Pyranha Scorch X (Closeout)
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Brand: Pyranha Kayaks
The Pyranha Scorch X is a high-performance whitewater creek boat built for paddlers who want maximum speed, skip, and confidence in steep creeks, big water, and high-volume river running. Designed as the long-boat evolution of the original Scorch platform, the Scorch X combines aggressive hull speed, elevated rocker, and modern edge control to create a kayak that planes over features, accelerates effortlessly, and carries momentum through chaotic water.
At nearly 10 feet long, the Scorch X delivers race-inspired speed and precision while maintaining the forgiving stability and boof-friendly performance that modern creek boaters demand. Whether you’re charging big-volume rapids, styling boofs, or linking technical lines on Class IV and V whitewater, the Scorch X is engineered to help experienced paddlers stay high, fast, and in control.
Built for Speed, Skip & Big-Water Confidence
The Scorch X takes Pyranha’s award-winning Scorch design and amplifies every performance characteristic. The extended waterline increases hull speed and tracking while the aggressive bow rocker keeps the kayak riding high over holes, boils, and unpredictable current.
Its semi-planing hull and defined rails provide responsive edge engagement for carving across currents and maintaining precise line control, even at speed. The result is a creek boat that feels powerful and lively instead of sluggish and overbuilt.
Paddlers consistently praise the Scorch X for its ability to “skip over everything” and maintain speed through technical whitewater.
Key Features & Benefits
Nearly 10-foot design delivers exceptional hull speed and downstream momentum
High rocker profile resurfaces quickly and keeps rides dry through pushy water
Fast semi-planing hull skips and planes over holes and chaotic features
Defined edges improve carving precision and line control
High-volume bow maintains confidence on steep drops and large hydraulics
Spacious volume profile supports overnight gear and expedition paddling
Ergonomic Stout outfitting system enhances comfort and river safety
Designed for advanced creek boating, racing, expedition paddling, and big-water river running
Designed for Advanced Whitewater Paddlers
The Scorch X is not a typical forgiving beginner creek boat. Its speed and length reward active paddling, precise timing, and confident boat control. Advanced paddlers will appreciate the ability to carry momentum through technical rapids, accelerate across complex current seams, and drive powerful boofs with minimal effort.
Compared to shorter creek boats, the Scorch X thrives in larger-volume rivers and fast-moving whitewater where speed and carry become major advantages. Many experienced paddlers describe it as a specialist tool for confident river runners who want maximum performance and downstream efficiency.
Technical Specifications
Length: 302 cm / 9’11”
Width: 64.5 cm / 25.4”
Volume: Approximately 360 L / 95 gal
Weight: 24.5 kg / 54 lb
Recommended Paddler Weight: 70–115 kg / 155–250 lb
Material: MZ3 High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Outfitting: Pyranha Stout 2 system
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