The Necky Rip 12 has a stable hull but efficient design making it perfect for growing paddling skills without sacrificing fun on the water. A roomy cockpit and stable hull provide the reassurance you need to feel confident on the water. And Necky put many of the best characteristics of their high-end sea kayaks into the Rip series hulls, these entry-level kayaks perform. The rip has an efficient hull with a sharp keel to provide tremendous glide. Lively and playful on the water, the Rip won't disappoint. Discontinued 2012 model.