Aerius 490 Classic
€3,900.00
Available, delivery time: 6 - 8 Weeks
Description
Product information "Aerius 490 Classic"
The Aerius 490 Classic is an ideal touring kayak for day and weekend trips.
Thanks to its two air sponsons, the Aerius 490 Classic is very stable against tipping and immediately gives even novice paddlers a secure feeling. With the length of 490 cm, the linear tracking as well as the tilting stability of the kayak is improved.
Aerius 490 Classic is suitable for lake, calm river and sea cruising.For optimal maneuverability, we recommend our steering system “Comfort” on rail, for its long steering blade.
| Standard features / Aerius 490 Model | Classic | Expedition | Quattro |
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| Frame | Lacquered natural wood | Lacquered natural wood | Lacquered natural wood |
| Air sponsons (integrated) | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Frame material | Ash, birch (multiplex) | Ash, birch (multiplex) | Ash, birch (multiplex) |
| Seat | Sliding seat "STANDARD" | Sliding seat "STANDARD" | Sliding seat "STANDARD" |
| Safety line | Simple | with D-Ring | with D-Ring |
| Carrying toggle | Yes | Yes with rubber return | Yes with rubber return |
| Preparation for sail and rudder | Yes / Yes | Yes / Yes | Yes / Yes |
| Luggage spider | No | Yes | Yes |
| Keel strip | 25 cm TPU keel strip | 25 cm TPU keel strip | 25 cm TPU keel strip |
| Canopy tip | Fabric | TPU black reinforced | TPU black reinforced |
| Paddle pockets | No | Yes | Yes |
| Data sheet / Aerius 490 Model | Classic | Expedition | Quattro |
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| No. of seats | 1 Seat | 1 Seat | 1 Seat |
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| Measurement | L: 490 cm, W: 72 cm | L: 490 cm, W: 72 cm | L: 490 cm, W: 72 cm |
| Coaming | L: 150 cm, W: 42 cm | L: 150 cm, W: 42 cm | L: 150 cm, W: 42 cm |
| Air sponsons (integrated) | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Frame material | Ash, birch (multiplex) | Ash, birch (multiplex) | Ash, birch (multiplex) |
| Weight | 29 kg | 29 kg | 30 kg |
| Maximum payload | 300 kg | 300 kg | 360 kg |
| No. of packing bags | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Bottom material | TPU | TPU | TPU |
| Canopy tip | Fabric | TPU black reinforced | TPU black reinforced |
| Safety line | Simple | D-Ring | D-Ring |
| Sail | S-1, FREEWIND | S-1, FREEWIND | S-1, FREEWIND |
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Accessory
Footrest, recommended for Aerius 490, 545. Intended for the paddler without a steering pedal as a heel rest for more effective paddling. Like the steering pedal, this footrest is attached to the rail at the bottom of the keel. In principle, however, you can install the footrest in any AERIUS model with a rail, you decide the position yourself.Delivery: 1x footrest on rail - Aerius 490, 545
Standard boat trolley, pneumatic tires, foldable, seawater resistant. This boat trolley is exclusively suitable for your assembled folding boat to pull into the water. Material: AluminumSuitability: For salt and fresh waterWeight: 2.9kgLoad capacity: 80kg.Dimensions: 86 x 32 x 39 cmSupport: No Tyres: Rubber, diameter 30 cm, tyre width 5 cmOur boat trolley "Foldy" is suitable for transporting your folding kayak in bags.
The Klepper comfort boat trolley, also known as "Foldy", has pneumatic tires, is foldable, seawater resistant and can be used for both the assembled and disassembled folding kayak and also as a hand truck. The Klepper comfort boat trolley is optimally configured for the transport of Klepper kayaks The straps of other manufacturers are usually not long enough. Because joints and hinges are heavily stressed during unfolding and folding, high-quality and careful production is very important. Therefore, close cooperation with a leading German manufacturer is a guarantee of the highest quality. Material: aluminumSuitability: for salt and fresh waterWeight: 4.9kgLoad capacity: as a transport trolley of the disassembled boat 60kg, as a boat trolley for the assembled boat 130kg.Dimensions: 50 x 68 x 100 cm, disassembled 35 x 68. Support: as a transport cart yes, as a boat cart no, Tires: rubber, diameter 25 cm, tire width 8 cm. Special features: Wide tires that prevent sinking in the sand or mud.
Black tarpaulin comfort in high quality for all Aerius 490. Made of PVC. We recommend a tarpaulin for longer storage outdoors or in the boathouse. This will keep out dirt, dust, water and pesky rodents inside the boat. The tarpaulin is attached in the same way as a spraydeck. Part of the Velcro is sewn into the tarpaulin, the counterpart and assembly instructions are included in the delivery.Color: BlackScope of delivery: tarpaulin with Velcro fastening - Aerius 490
Spray cover with velcro fastening.Suitable for Aerius 490Color: BlackScope of delivery: Spray cover with velcro fastening - Aerius 490 - black
Ground protection to protect the interior of the kajak, black. The ground protection is spread out in the boat hull before the frame halves are inserted and connected. When dismantling, the ground protection blanket can be simply removed from the hull at the end and with it all the things that accumulate during a trip. It protects the interior of the kajak from dirt and scratches!Suitable for Aerius 490 modelsDimensions: ca. 126 x 51 cmScope of delivery: 1x ground protection blanket - Aerius 490
The flagstick is attached to the hull of the boat.A Klepper pennant is attatched to it. It is springy and without an adapter.Scope of delivery: 1x flagstick with Klepper pennant - springy, without adapter
Paddel
The perfect touring paddle for experienced paddlers. At 2.60 meter in length and weighing only 1120 grams, it is tailor-made for extensive tours and expeditions. The separable shaft, crafted from fiberglass, and the lightweight cedar wood blade make for an exceptional combination.Additionally, we offer the paddle in 2.50 meter length (1099060). Its elegant design makes it a perfect fit for our Kayaks.The paddle can be conveniently packed into the frame bag, eliminating the need for an extra packing bag. Delivery: 1x paddle "Loisach Extended" - 260cm incl. drip rings (without Klepper logo).
Introducing the "Mangfall" touring paddle - a lightweight marvel crafted from epoxy fiberglass, weighing just around 1040 grams. Featuring an asymmetrical blade and adjustable length of 2.40 - 2.50 meter, its standout feature is the seamless, foolproof lock closure system, allowing for smooth and precise adjustments in any direction. Experience effortless padding with the "Mangfall" paddles. Delivery: 1x touring paddle "Mangfall" - 240 - 250 cm incl. drip rings (without Klepper logo)
Sail
The Freewind sail is a driving sail and only suitable for the aft wind (from behind). Due to its sail area, already at wind force 2 the post goes off and you are already faster than with strong paddling. The assembly takes at most 10 minutes. Once lashed to the boat, it can be retrieved sideways or set up again within seconds.Material: high quality, super light spinnaker clothSize: approx. 1.4 m²Weight: approx. 2,2 kgA sailing license is not required! Delivery: 1x sailcloth, 2x trees, two-piece mast and packing bag.
The Freewind sail is a driving sail and only suitable for the aft wind (from behind). Due to its sail area, already at wind force 2 the post goes off and you are already faster than with strong paddling. The assembly takes at most 10 minutes. Once lashed to the boat, it can be retrieved sideways or set up again within seconds.Material: high quality, super light spinnaker clothSize: approx. 1.4 m²Weight: approx. 2,2 kgA sailing license is not required! Delivery: 1x sailcloth, 2x trees, two-piece mast and packing bag.
The Freewind sail is a driving sail and only suitable for the aft wind (from behind). Due to its sail area, already at wind force 2 the post goes off and you are already faster than with strong paddling. The assembly takes at most 10 minutes. Once lashed to the boat, it can be retrieved sideways or set up again within seconds.Material: high quality, super light spinnaker clothSize: approx. 1.4 m²Weight: approx. 2,2 kgA sailing license is not required! Delivery: 1x sailcloth, 2x trees, two-piece mast and packing bag.
The Freewind sail is a driving sail and only suitable for the aft wind (from behind). Due to its sail area, already at wind force 2 the post goes off and you are already faster than with strong paddling. The assembly takes at most 10 minutes. Once lashed to the boat, it can be retrieved sideways or set up again within seconds.Material: high quality, super light spinnaker clothSize: approx. 1.4 m²Weight: approx. 2,2 kgA sailing license is not required! Delivery: 1x sailcloth, 2x trees, two-piece mast and packing bag.
The Sail S-1 is the smaller version of our full sail configuration.It can also be used up to a wind force scale of 3-4 depending on the sea state. Wave height must always be considered. For beginners, we recommend starting with a smaller sail and use in lighter wind to get a better feel for its operation. Mainsail and Headsail Mast and Shrouds Boom made of seawater resistant anodized aluminum tubes Leeboard crossbar with two leeboards Main sheet and jib sheet Haylard Sail surface: around 2,5 m² Weight: around 5 kg Pack size: around 110cm No sailing license is required
The Sail S-1 is the smaller version of our full sail configuration.It can also be used up to a wind force scale of 3-4 depending on the sea state. Wave height must always be considered. For beginners, we recommend starting with a smaller sail and use in lighter wind to get a better feel for its operation. Mainsail and Headsail Mast and Shrouds Boom made of seawater resistant anodized aluminum tubes Leeboard crossbar with two leeboards Main sheet and jib sheet Haylard Sail surface: around 2,5 m² Weight: around 5 kg Pack size: around 110cm No sailing license is required
The Sail S-1 is the smaller version of our full sail configuration.It can also be used up to a wind force scale of 3-4 depending on the sea state. Wave height must always be considered. For beginners, we recommend starting with a smaller sail and use in lighter wind to get a better feel for its operation. Mainsail and Headsail Mast and Shrouds Boom made of seawater resistant anodized aluminum tubes Leeboard crossbar with two leeboards Main sheet and jib sheet Haylard Sail surface: around 2,5 m² Weight: around 5 kg Pack size: around 110cm No sailing license is required
The Sail S-1 is the smaller version of our full sail configuration.It can also be used up to a wind force scale of 3-4 depending on the sea state. Wave height must always be considered. For beginners, we recommend starting with a smaller sail and use in lighter wind to get a better feel for its operation. Mainsail and Headsail Mast and Shrouds Boom made of seawater resistant anodized aluminum tubes Leeboard crossbar with two leeboards Main sheet and jib sheet Haylard Sail surface: around 2,5 m² Weight: around 5 kg Pack size: around 110cm No sailing license is required