Kayaking is a fun and relaxing experience once you’re on the water, but getting there often means lugging around hefty kayaks from your home to your car and then from the car to the water. Enter modular kayaks–kayaks that can be taken apart into smaller sections and then simply put together when needed.
Modular kayaks offer high performance and comfort, paired with easy transport and storage options. They’re everything you want from a kayak in an easy-to-use package, and they come in a wide variety of sizes and sit-on and sit options, so it’s easy to find the perfect one for your needs!
What Is A Modular Kayak?
Unlike traditional kayaks, which come as a one-piece hull, modular kayaks come in two, three, or even four pieces which you assemble right before use. Modular kayaks come in sit-on-top and sit-in styles and offer just as many features as other types of kayaks, with standard options like cup holders, storage space, foot braces, and back support all available.
The pieces of a modular kayak are attached using buckles and ratchet straps, providing rigidity similar to a one-piece kayak. Modular kayaks come in single and tandem styles and are best used on enclosed waterways like harbours, rivers, lakes and bays.
1. Modular Kayaks Are Easy To Store
Kayak storage can be tricky with larger, one-piece kayaks, as fitting them in a garage or undercover can be hard, given their long length and shape. Modular kayaks make this a breeze—not only does disassembling them give you much smaller pieces to store, but it also means each piece is lighter, easy to manage and more manoeuvrable.
Kayak accessories like racks and straps are still a good idea to prevent the pieces of your modular kayak from getting scratched or dented when not in use. However, their smaller size means you can store them much more easily in the garage, shed and even under the deck. For more information on kayak storage, check out this blog on What Is The Best Way To Store My Kayak?
2. Modular Kayaks Are Easy To Transport
Travelling with a one-piece kayak often means you need to lift it and attach it to the top of your car using kayak storage racks or use a specially designed trailer to do the job - both ways expose your kayak to outside elements and the hassle of loading and unloading. Luckily modular kayaks alleviate this problem by being small enough to transport in the boot of your car, trailer or even your caravan!
When taken apart, most modular kayaks separate into pieces around one metre in length each, with the tail and nose sessions being slightly shorter and the middle being larger. This allows them to fit into the back of most cars when the seats are down or in the back of a van or ute. For more information on safely driving with kayaks, please read this blog on How To Properly Store And Transport Your Kayak.
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3. Modular Kayaks Are Easy To Assemble and Take Apart
If you’ve already been looking for something a little different from traditional kayaks, you may have come across inflatable kayaks as an alternative. While light and easy to transport, inflatable kayaks can take a while to prepare for use - which isn’t great when you have arrived at your destination and just want to get in the water!
Modular kayaks are assembled quickly and easily – simply lay the pieces out on a flat surface in a line, bring them towards each other and snap them together using the buckles and ratchet strap system. This is quicker than inflating a whole kayak and easier than having to get a full-length kayak down from your car or out of your trailer. They are also similarly easy to disassemble when done, so you can jump in your car and leave for the comforts of home when you’re done paddling for the day.
4. Modular Kayaks Are Versatile And Customisable
Did you know you can increase your modular kayak from a single-seater to a tandem? The ability of these kayaks to come together and take apart makes it easy to add another section for a second person. With plenty of paddling options, it’s also very easy to remove a section from a tandem modular kayak if you're going for a solo adventure.
High-quality modular kayaks are suitable for all sorts of different paddling experiences. You’ll find options for single and paired adventures, as well as modular kayaks designed for solo or tandem fishing. Modular kayaks are suitable for use on calmer waters, although you can equip them accordingly for use on rougher waters if needed.
For more information on choosing the right safety gear for kayaking in rough waters, check out this blog on Essential Safety Items That Every Kayaker Needs.
5. Modular Kayaks Are Durable And Stable
A well-designed modular model has all the strength and durability of a rigid, full-length kayak, so you don’t need to worry about unexpected tears, holes and leaks you might get from an inflatable kayak. Many high-range modular kayaks, like the Point 65 modular kayaks, are made from durable rotomolded polyethylene that will keep them in one piece while also being light enough to lift and carry when needed.
Want to know more about modular kayaks? Read through this Comprehensive Guide To Modular Kayaks to learn everything you need to know!
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PaddleZone is here for all your kayaking and paddleboarding needs. Contact us online or visit your nearest PaddleZone store to choose a modular kayak–our team is ready to help you find the perfect modular kayak for your next adventure.
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