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15'
Kayak/Inflatable Boat Crossover - KaBoat. Patent Pending.
 This
new
and revolutionary product, is a crossover between an inflatable kayak and an inflatable boat -
KaBoat! It can be used as a regular kayak, just paddling anywhere you want, ocean, bay, river or lake.
If you get tired, use
an
electric or gas engine installed on marine grade plywood transom.
The 15' SK470 provides maximum space and comfort due to the larger
distances between aluminum seats and extra space in the front bow. Its high buoyancy
provides support for more cargo and passengers.
Use the KaBoat as an inflatable boat with an outboard engine. It can
take up to a 10 HP gas outboard engine or portable electric motor! If the battery
charge or gas is low, then use as a kayak to paddle to your destination. You don't really need that big
of an engine, even with a 3.5 HP engine, this boat will
fly at 15-20 mph with 2 people. See video clips below. Also
tested to run nice and quite with an electric engine with speeds
of around 5-7 mph and runs 2-3 hours at full speed. You can also put an electric engine
on at minimum speed to run for up to 6 hours, and use it as a "ride
assist" while kayaking with paddles to your destination far away.
New for 2010, all SK470 KaBoats are now come with
2(two!) sets of oarlocks in order to select best rowing position, or for
attachments of optional second set of oars for tandem rowing. However, it still
can be used as a kayak when navigation narrow or shallow places.
The KaBoat is extremely portable and will fit in medium size bag. Now you can go on vacation and take
the KaBoat with you along with an optional small electric or gas engine.
The main benefit
is that if you get tired of paddling, then you can use the engine to get back ashore.
The KaBoat can also
be used as a dinghy for yachts or sailboats to get ashore from the mainship. It is
portable and takes up much less space then a regular dinghy.
The KaBoat's
exceptionally stable design allows you to stand, fly fish or even get into those
narrow spots where other boats can't go to get the best fishing. Aluminum seats
provide excellent support and can be customized by drilling holes and installing folding
fishing chairs with a swivel base, or canoe seats for additional back
support on a long trips.
Benefits of KaBoat VS. conventional
Kayak or Inflatable Boat:
- Conventional plastic or fiberglass kayaks require
significant storage space due to their large dimensions. KaBoats can
be deflated and folded for easy storage and transportation.
- Kayaks can be only paddled, but the KaBoat allows you
to use a small gas or electric engine to cover larger distances. If
you get tired of paddling, you can start using an optional outboard
engine.
- KaBoats are much more stable than conventional
kayaks, allowing for standing and walking inside the KaBoat. In fact,
you can fish standing or even ride while standing.
- The KaBoat can be used for diving, snorkeling, and
fishing, however not many conventional kayaks can offer similar
functionality.
- Due to the high buoyancy of its inflatable tubes, the
KaBoat can transport a much larger cargo than regular kayaks.
- KaBoat allows you to go to narrow or shallow places
where regular inflatable boats will not fit. Just raise the engine and
paddle anywhere that is at least 5" deep.
- Due to its smaller chambers, it is much easier and
faster to inflate a KaBoat than a regular inflatable boat.
- Because of its narrow profile and a much lower drag
than wide conventional inflatable boats, KaBoats can go faster with
the same rated engine than comparable size inflatable boats.
- KaBoats can also be used as a dinghy to a yacht or
sailboat, but take up much less space when deflated and folded.
KaBoats also can be placed on a swimming platforms.
- KaBoats cost much less than any inflatable dinghies
and most kayaks available today.
| Most recent customer's
feedback about SK470: |
| "Your boats are GREAT - making 10
mph (controlled by Garmin GPS) with 2 peoples on 2.5HP Suzuki
outboard!" Alex, Ontario, Canada |
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| "Just wanted to tell you how much I love my 15 ft Kaboat. I get compliments wherever I go. I fish it in both freshwater and salt and it has performed wonderfully. Very stable, safe and fun. After seeing my boat in action, no one I know wants a canoe anymore.... The best part is: completely portable and no maintenance!!!! What's not to love? I keep it in the backseat of my Ford Taurus. Whoever designed it should get the Nobel prize for boat design. I put a 3 HP mercury on it and it really moves. Just can't say enough. Thanks Boats-to-go!" |
- Same heavy-duty 1100 Denier PVC as
in SATURN
inflatable boats.
- Wide beam hull design for stability. You can stand in a
KaBoat.
- Front Spray Skirt with water deflector guard and rope
lacing.
- Marine grade plywood transom with a one way drain plug.
- High-pressure inflatable air deck floor.
- 4 (four!) fins for improved tracking.
- Set of rowing oars with 2 sets of oar locks for tandem
rowing.
- Set of rowing oars with oarlocks.
- 3 aluminum removable benches.
- Included: hand pump, repair kit, 2 oars and carry bag.
- Optional covers
for KaBoats are now available.
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KaBoat SK470 GRAY Inflatable Kayak/Boat SK470
(This model is NOT available for shipment arriving 08/05/10.)
SALE: $699.00 (MSRP: $1,398.00)
SHIPPING: $49.00 (by FedEx Ground)
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KaBoat SK470 RED Inflatable Kayak/Boat SK470R
(8 in stock)
SALE: $699.00 (MSRP: $1,398.00)
SHIPPING: $49.00 (by FedEx Ground)
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SK470 Technical Specifications: |
| Exterior Length |
15.5' |
| Exterior Width |
42" |
| Interior Width |
14" |
| Transom High |
13.5" |
| Tube Diameter |
13" |
| Shipping Size |
45 x 24 x 13" |
| Shipping Weight |
85 lbs |
| KaBoat Weight |
64 lbs |
| Person Capacity |
3 + 1 |
| Weight Capacity |
900 lbs |
| Chambers |
2+1 |
| Material |
1100 Denier PVC |
| Air Valves |
Halkey-Roberts type valve by Naru |
| Max. Engine Capacity |
10 HP |
| Inflation time |
up to 10 min. |
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