Kayak Specifications
Meet the Bluefin
Some Days Are Better Shared
Bring a friend. Bring the family. Bring the fishing rods. Or forget all of that and just find some water.
The Vanhunks Bluefin 12' was made for the kind of adventures that don't need much planning — a stable, comfortable tandem kayak that makes getting out there easy.
Room for Everyone
Two raised adjustable aluminium seats give both paddlers a comfortable place to settle in, while the versatile deck can accommodate an additional compatible centre seat when you want to bring a smaller third passenger along.
And when you need some time alone, the Bluefin can be configured and paddled solo too.
Confidence Comes Naturally
The hull flows from a deep-V bow through a stable midsection and twin-arch profile, helping the Bluefin track confidently while remaining easy to handle.
Whether you're exploring a lake, following a river or heading onto coastal water, the Bluefin is designed to make the experience feel natural and approachable.
Fishing Trip. Family Day. Your Choice.
Four integrated rod holders make fishing part of the Bluefin's DNA, while bow and stern storage areas give you room for tackle, equipment, food and everything else that tends to come along for the ride.
Just Add Water
The Bluefin isn't about chasing performance numbers. It's about making it easier to spend more time outside with the people who matter.
Bring someone. Find some water. Make a memory.
Live Your Legend.
Made for family, friends and days that don't need much of a plan. The Vanhunks Bluefin 12' is a stable, versatile tandem kayak with room for two paddlers, plenty of gear and the freedom to fish, explore or simply spend the day on the water together.
Comfortable raised seating, practical storage and an easy-handling hull make the Bluefin an approachable adventure platform for paddlers of all experience levels.
Bluefin 12' Features
- Stable Tandem Hull: A deep-V bow transitions through a stable midsection and twin-arch hull profile, creating predictable handling and confidence on the water.
- Two Adjustable Aluminium Seats: Raised aluminium frame seats provide comfortable, supportive seating for both paddlers and help keep you above water collecting on the deck.
- Versatile 2+1 Layout: Paddle as a tandem, add a compatible centre seat for a third smaller passenger, or configure the Bluefin for solo adventures.
- Four Integrated Rod Holders: Four moulded-in angled rod holders make the Bluefin equally ready for a relaxed paddle or a day of fishing.
- Bow & Stern Storage: Bungee-secured equipment areas and practical deck storage provide space for the gear, food and equipment the day requires.
- Durable 5 mm HDPE Construction: Tough rotomoulded polyethylene, marine-grade stainless-steel fittings and captive brass inserts are built for years of adventures.
Bluefin 12' Specifications
- Model: Bluefin 12'
- Weight: 35 kg / 77.2 lb
- Maximum Capacity: 250 kg / 551.2 lb
- Hull Construction: 5 mm Rotomoulded HDPE
- Hull Design: Deep-V Bow / Stable Midsection / Twin-Arch Hull
- Seating: 2 Adjustable Raised Aluminium Frame Seats
- Configuration: Tandem / 2+1 with Compatible Centre Seat / Solo
- Rod Holders: 4 Integrated Angled Rod Holders
- Storage: Bow & Stern Bungee Storage Areas
- Hardware: Marine-Grade Stainless Steel with Captive Brass Inserts
- Propulsion: Paddle
Q & A
Ask a Question-
Do I need to keep the scupper drain plug in or out?
When paddling it is always a good idea to keep the drain plugs at your feet out as this will automatically drain excess water that may enter the kayak from paddle splash or rain and so on. The Plugs are easy to remove so you can have either option. Having the plugs out permanently will not in any way change the performance of the kayak
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Do I need to install stabilizers on the Bluefin or is it stable enough?
The kayak is very stable and doesn’t need the stabilizers, especially for paddling however if you are a fisherman and want to stand and fish the stabilizers will add stability to the kayak and keep it still and balanced in the water.
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Do I need solid roof racks to transport the Bluefin, or can I use a soft rack setup?
This depends on how far and how fast you drive. The inflatable racks will work well but you will need to keep your speed under 100kms. Inflatable racks are great, but they are a temporary transport solution. Fixed racks will be a better and safer long-term investment.
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Can I load the kayak onto my car on my own?
The Bluefin weighs 33kgs which is not very heavy but with that weight and its 12ft length transporting alone can be a little tricky as the kayak will tend to sway when lifting. You can however make use of a kayak load roller that attaches to your rear window with suction cups. The roller section allows you to roll the nose of the kayak onto the roof racks and makes loading a lot simpler.
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Can I put an electric motor on the kayak?
Yes, you can add a side motor bar that you can use to add and mount an electric motor. Keep in mind that the Bluefin is a single keel kayak (The hull shape under the kayak flows to a point meaning that it is V-shaped) so your motor size would have to be under 40lbs thrust or the weight and the motor thrust would cause slight tilt towards the side that the motor is mounted on. Using a motor under 40lbs will limit that weight and not affect the kayak’s overall balance.
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What is the carrying capacity of the kayak?
The max carrying capacity of the Bluefin is 250kgs. The kayak operates at its best below 210kgs. When you are wanting to use any kayak keep in mind that any additional items you may load on the kayak will add to the overall carrying weight.
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Is the kayak easy to use as a single?
Yes, the kayak is well balanced, so paddling is easy and the shape of the keel with its good tracking ability makes the kayak very agile and easy to maneuver even for a single paddler.
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Can I use the kayak as a single?
Yes, by removing the two raised aluminum seats and attaching a soft padded seat to the center seat mold the Bluefin turns from tandem to a single-operated kayak. See question 1 for details to attach correctly.
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Where can I use my kayak?
The Bluefin is suited for all waterways from lakes and rivers to the open sea. The raised nose along with the V-shaped keel (Bottom of the kayak) gives the kayak the ability to cut through choppy conditions with ease.
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Why is there a drain plug on the kayak when there are no hatches into the deck?
The Drain plug is in place to drain off any possible water that may get into the deck of the kayak by means of the brass insert points or screws that have been used to attach rod holders and other implements to that hull.
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Do I not need a rudder?
The shape and the design of the keel on the Bluefin are designed so that the kayak has incredible tracking, so no rudder is necessary. The keel acts as a rudder and you steer with your paddles.
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Can I add a third seat to the Bluefin for my child to sit on?
Yes, you can add a soft padded seat that fits into the mold and connects to the D Rings on the front and back of the mold position. Once the straps are connected you can tighten up and shape the seating and mold it to fit your shape. Remember that the top straps clip into the forward D-Rings and the bottom straps to the D-Rings behind the seat.
Care & Maintenance
Rinse your Bluefin with fresh water after each use, particularly after exposure to salt water, and allow the kayak and accessories to dry before storage.
Store the kayak in a shaded area where possible and support the hull evenly on its side or on a suitable kayak rack. Do not hang the kayak from its carry handles or use the handles as tie-down points.
Avoid overtightening transport or storage straps, particularly in hot conditions, as excessive pressure and heat can affect the shape of the polyethylene hull.
Periodically inspect the hull, seats, rod holders, handles, stainless-steel fittings and brass inserts for signs of wear or damage. Keep fittings clean and free from sand, salt and debris.
Meet the Bluefin
Some Days Are Better Shared
Bring a friend. Bring the family. Bring the fishing rods. Or forget all of that and just find some water.
The Vanhunks Bluefin 12' was made for the kind of adventures that don't need much planning — a stable, comfortable tandem kayak that makes getting out there easy.
Room for Everyone
Two raised adjustable aluminium seats give both paddlers a comfortable place to settle in, while the versatile deck can accommodate an additional compatible centre seat when you want to bring a smaller third passenger along.
And when you need some time alone, the Bluefin can be configured and paddled solo too.
Confidence Comes Naturally
The hull flows from a deep-V bow through a stable midsection and twin-arch profile, helping the Bluefin track confidently while remaining easy to handle.
Whether you're exploring a lake, following a river or heading onto coastal water, the Bluefin is designed to make the experience feel natural and approachable.
Fishing Trip. Family Day. Your Choice.
Four integrated rod holders make fishing part of the Bluefin's DNA, while bow and stern storage areas give you room for tackle, equipment, food and everything else that tends to come along for the ride.
Just Add Water
The Bluefin isn't about chasing performance numbers. It's about making it easier to spend more time outside with the people who matter.
Bring someone. Find some water. Make a memory.
Live Your Legend.
Made for family, friends and days that don't need much of a plan. The Vanhunks Bluefin 12' is a stable, versatile tandem kayak with room for two paddlers, plenty of gear and the freedom to fish, explore or simply spend the day on the water together.
Comfortable raised seating, practical storage and an easy-handling hull make the Bluefin an approachable adventure platform for paddlers of all experience levels.
Bluefin 12' Features
- Stable Tandem Hull: A deep-V bow transitions through a stable midsection and twin-arch hull profile, creating predictable handling and confidence on the water.
- Two Adjustable Aluminium Seats: Raised aluminium frame seats provide comfortable, supportive seating for both paddlers and help keep you above water collecting on the deck.
- Versatile 2+1 Layout: Paddle as a tandem, add a compatible centre seat for a third smaller passenger, or configure the Bluefin for solo adventures.
- Four Integrated Rod Holders: Four moulded-in angled rod holders make the Bluefin equally ready for a relaxed paddle or a day of fishing.
- Bow & Stern Storage: Bungee-secured equipment areas and practical deck storage provide space for the gear, food and equipment the day requires.
- Durable 5 mm HDPE Construction: Tough rotomoulded polyethylene, marine-grade stainless-steel fittings and captive brass inserts are built for years of adventures.
Bluefin 12' Specifications
- Model: Bluefin 12'
- Weight: 35 kg / 77.2 lb
- Maximum Capacity: 250 kg / 551.2 lb
- Hull Construction: 5 mm Rotomoulded HDPE
- Hull Design: Deep-V Bow / Stable Midsection / Twin-Arch Hull
- Seating: 2 Adjustable Raised Aluminium Frame Seats
- Configuration: Tandem / 2+1 with Compatible Centre Seat / Solo
- Rod Holders: 4 Integrated Angled Rod Holders
- Storage: Bow & Stern Bungee Storage Areas
- Hardware: Marine-Grade Stainless Steel with Captive Brass Inserts
- Propulsion: Paddle
Q & A
Ask a Question-
Do I need to keep the scupper drain plug in or out?
When paddling it is always a good idea to keep the drain plugs at your feet out as this will automatically drain excess water that may enter the kayak from paddle splash or rain and so on. The Plugs are easy to remove so you can have either option. Having the plugs out permanently will not in any way change the performance of the kayak
-
Do I need to install stabilizers on the Bluefin or is it stable enough?
The kayak is very stable and doesn’t need the stabilizers, especially for paddling however if you are a fisherman and want to stand and fish the stabilizers will add stability to the kayak and keep it still and balanced in the water.
-
Do I need solid roof racks to transport the Bluefin, or can I use a soft rack setup?
This depends on how far and how fast you drive. The inflatable racks will work well but you will need to keep your speed under 100kms. Inflatable racks are great, but they are a temporary transport solution. Fixed racks will be a better and safer long-term investment.
-
Can I load the kayak onto my car on my own?
The Bluefin weighs 33kgs which is not very heavy but with that weight and its 12ft length transporting alone can be a little tricky as the kayak will tend to sway when lifting. You can however make use of a kayak load roller that attaches to your rear window with suction cups. The roller section allows you to roll the nose of the kayak onto the roof racks and makes loading a lot simpler.
-
Can I put an electric motor on the kayak?
Yes, you can add a side motor bar that you can use to add and mount an electric motor. Keep in mind that the Bluefin is a single keel kayak (The hull shape under the kayak flows to a point meaning that it is V-shaped) so your motor size would have to be under 40lbs thrust or the weight and the motor thrust would cause slight tilt towards the side that the motor is mounted on. Using a motor under 40lbs will limit that weight and not affect the kayak’s overall balance.
-
What is the carrying capacity of the kayak?
The max carrying capacity of the Bluefin is 250kgs. The kayak operates at its best below 210kgs. When you are wanting to use any kayak keep in mind that any additional items you may load on the kayak will add to the overall carrying weight.
-
Is the kayak easy to use as a single?
Yes, the kayak is well balanced, so paddling is easy and the shape of the keel with its good tracking ability makes the kayak very agile and easy to maneuver even for a single paddler.
-
Can I use the kayak as a single?
Yes, by removing the two raised aluminum seats and attaching a soft padded seat to the center seat mold the Bluefin turns from tandem to a single-operated kayak. See question 1 for details to attach correctly.
-
Where can I use my kayak?
The Bluefin is suited for all waterways from lakes and rivers to the open sea. The raised nose along with the V-shaped keel (Bottom of the kayak) gives the kayak the ability to cut through choppy conditions with ease.
-
Why is there a drain plug on the kayak when there are no hatches into the deck?
The Drain plug is in place to drain off any possible water that may get into the deck of the kayak by means of the brass insert points or screws that have been used to attach rod holders and other implements to that hull.
-
Do I not need a rudder?
The shape and the design of the keel on the Bluefin are designed so that the kayak has incredible tracking, so no rudder is necessary. The keel acts as a rudder and you steer with your paddles.
-
Can I add a third seat to the Bluefin for my child to sit on?
Yes, you can add a soft padded seat that fits into the mold and connects to the D Rings on the front and back of the mold position. Once the straps are connected you can tighten up and shape the seating and mold it to fit your shape. Remember that the top straps clip into the forward D-Rings and the bottom straps to the D-Rings behind the seat.
Care & Maintenance
Rinse your Bluefin with fresh water after each use, particularly after exposure to salt water, and allow the kayak and accessories to dry before storage.
Store the kayak in a shaded area where possible and support the hull evenly on its side or on a suitable kayak rack. Do not hang the kayak from its carry handles or use the handles as tie-down points.
Avoid overtightening transport or storage straps, particularly in hot conditions, as excessive pressure and heat can affect the shape of the polyethylene hull.
Periodically inspect the hull, seats, rod holders, handles, stainless-steel fittings and brass inserts for signs of wear or damage. Keep fittings clean and free from sand, salt and debris.
