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Review: TRAK T-1600

It’s a freakin’ Transformer! Three hydraulic jacks tension the 16-foot, 48-pound kayak’s skin until it’s absolutely solid. Headed across the bay? Loosen the center jack so the hull lies flat for maximum speed and stability. Need maneuverability? Increase the tension so the boat bows up at the ends. You can even make the craft bend […]
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Rating:

8/10

WIRED
Rolly-bag handles almost as well as the boat itself. Included DVD shows how to snap together the eight-piece frame and polyurethane skin. Paddles straight and fast.
TIRED
Jacks add 9 pounds. Pins used to engage jacks are hard to find in less-than-perfect conditions (i.e., when you need them most).

It's a freakin' Transformer! Three hydraulic jacks tension the 16-foot, 48-pound kayak's skin until it's absolutely solid. Headed across the bay? Loosen the center jack so the hull lies flat for maximum speed and stability. Need maneuverability? Increase the tension so the boat bows up at the ends. You can even make the craft bend into a right- or left-facing crescent to combat crosswinds.