Inflatable kayak is an indispensable device for fans of long trips on the river . Also, an inflatable kayak is also suitable for fishing enthusiasts. Deciding on such an acquisition, it is necessary to consider many factors. The process of selecting a kayak will take a long time, because it must correspond to individual parameters, namely: to take into account the height and weight of a certain person, his level of preparation and skills of owning these adaptations.
Inflatable boat - kayak
The inflatable kayak is very similar in its structure to an inflatable boat . Its difference is that it is already longer than the boat. Kayak has both advantages and disadvantages.
The advantages of this swimming device include:
- the ability to withstand a significant weight of cargo;
- the untarnished;
- Compactness in the folded form, which allows it to be easily transported;
- the presence of several inflatable sections, and in some models and an inflatable bottom. In the event of a breakdown in one section, the remaining ones will serve as a safety net, and they will not allow the kayak to sink to the bottom.
The disadvantages of the main number of inflatable kayaks are:
- insufficient rigidity in the place that is intended for the oarsman. As a rule, this leads to the fact that the kayak bends under the weight of the rower, and as a result, the bow of the stern is scraped. Because of this problem, the running qualities of the swimming device are significantly reduced;
- short lifespan, because synthetic materials, of which kayaks are made, do not have a particularly long life;
- the probability of cuts and puncture of the chambers, the stitching of seams;
- limited amount of free space for luggage;
- a weak sediment, the majority of the cylinders "lie" on the water, which contributes to the appearance of a large sail. Because of this, kayaks are unstable to strong wind gusts. By its ability to go against the wind, inflatable pitching is much inferior to rigid body models. There is a high probability of changing the course of an inflatable kayak in any strong gust of wind. In order to make the course more stable, it is manned with guiding fins and steering system.
Types of inflatable kayaks
Inflatable kayaks are divided into single and double. Single swimming means have a pronounced problem: they are characterized by the absence of any stiffening framework. In addition, the seat in them is located in the middle. This leads to the fact that the bow of the stern is lifted, and the speed of the kayak is significantly reduced.
Therefore, it is preferable to purchase a double inflatable kayak, which is much more resistant to deflection. In addition, a common classification of inflatable kayaks is their subdivision into:
- two-layer inflatable kayak - consists of an external power shell made of synthetics and internal inflatable cylinders. Advantages of two-layer models include:
simplicity of manufacture and high degree of reliability. Cons is the complexity of the assembly (the difficulty is the insertion of cylinders into the power shell) and the inconvenience of drying, since for this it is necessary to take out the cylinders; - single-layer inflatable kayak - the newest models are strong, which is not inferior to the two-layered. In addition, they are characterized by ease of use.
Thus, a properly selected inflatable kayak will help you to get unforgettable impressions from the fascinating journey through the water. Depending on your preferences, you can choose the model of the swimming device with the most suitable characteristics for you.