I went back and changed your image URLs. Now the images appear. You need to show the image not page URL (
https://i.imgur.com/TUA4Bqa.jpg)
As bad as this looks, I am wondering if your can salvage it to use while the process plays out on getting a replacement hull. Since Hobie is shut down for at least another month... we would be unable to get a hull out. Maybe the dealer has another?
In any case... we have seen very damaged hulls pop back using hot water to soften the plastic and some pressure from inside to try and form the hull back to it's original shape. Seem plastic has a "memory" of its shape when molded. Check this one out:
mmiller wrote:
Easy Dent Removal
Kayaks can be dented by various means, no need to worry, they are simple to remove. Improper storage, cart use, freight/transport, too much pressure on tie-down straps all can cause a dent in a kayak. We have the solution. Watch Jacques Bernier in the video linked below. Jacques explains the simple procedure that, as you will see, can remove even a nasty dent in the side rail of a kayak.
Dent Removal Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpuIJzMotDgSuccess Story: