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| Author: | mantaray [ Mon Aug 30, 2021 10:21 am ] |
| Post subject: | Rotomolded Lynx? |
Could you rotomold a kayak in the shape of the lynx? It seems like many of the issues with the Lynx would be solved with a rotomolded kayak. It is just so delicate and limiting since you cannot drill holes in the hull. |
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| Author: | mmiller [ Mon Aug 30, 2021 5:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rotomolded Lynx? |
The thin shape does not work well in rotomolding. It needs a foam core and that is then a lot heavier. |
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| Author: | wdkerber [ Tue Aug 31, 2021 7:41 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rotomolded Lynx? |
The Perception Hi Life a comparable boat: Its a 'paddleboard with a seat' style hull, similar to the Lynx but with a rotomolded hull (and no pedals). I've had a Hi Life for several years and I love it, in fact it was one of the main reasons I bought the Lynx. Hobie could have put a Mirage drive on a rotomolded paddleboard with a seat. It would be more durable, but heavier. The Hi Life is 55 lbs, and I notice the difference when I move my 45 lb Lynx. Every boat is a compromise |
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