Plano Molding V-Crate
Plano Molding V-Crate
By Steve Fennell
Plano Molding V-Crate
Exclusively for kayak fishing, the V-Crate from Plano Molding is designed to be placed behind your seat and features three compartments that offer safe and convenient storage. Two storage compartments are located on both sides, each offering the capacity for a pair of StowAway utility boxes and are secured in place with rubber straps. These storage compartments can also attach rod holders and other accessories. In the main section of the V-Crate is the larger, main storage area (that’s hinged to lift open), allowing you to store clothes, food, extra gear or other items. It also has a waterproof compartment. The V-Crate can fit most kayaks and comes standard with four StowAway boxes.
Suggested MSRP: $120 USD - www.planomolding.com
Riot Kayaks Escape 12 Angler
Riot Kayaks Escape 12 Angler
Riot Kayaks Escape 12 Angler
The Escape 12 Angler is no doubt designed for fishing with its abundant features and designs. Based off the company's popular Escape 12, the Angler has a length of 3.66 m (12 ft), width of 78 cm (30.7 in) and maximum displacement of 136 kg (300 lb). The sit-on-top design is complemented with four, flush-mounted rod holders, one swivel rod holder and an anchor trolley system. If the front deck hatch (with a dual density hatch cover) or the rear deck storage (with shock cords) isn’t enough space for gear, the Angler is milk crate-ready for additional belongings. Rubber handles are also featured for easier transport on land while the Pilot Rudder System helps with navigating. It comes with a five-year warranty.
MSRP: $1004.43 USD (Amazon) - www.riotkayaks.com
Seaward Kayaks Guide 17
Seaward Kayaks Guide 17
Seaward Kayaks Guide 17
After extensive research and development with input from professional guides, Seaward Kayaks’ new Guide 17 features a rockered, semi V-hull, length of 5.2 m (17 ft), and width of 58.4 cm (23 in) to combine speed with optimum maneuverability for touring paddlers. Some highlights of the Guide 17 includes 85 litres of storage in the bow, 73 litres of storage in the stern hatch, plus another 41 litres of space in the rear day-hatch. There’s even a forward day hatch with a knee tube. It also features the company’s Safe-Hatch System, which offers three layers of storage protection for your gear. Other features include the safety grab loops (forward and stern), painter/tow line, the smart track footrests, plus the mid-ship skeg to ensure tracking. When it comes to comfort, the anatomically-molded, padded seat has an adjustable backrest to raise or lower the seat back. You can also adjust its angle forward or backwards.
MSRP: $4195 CDN - www.seawardkayaks.com
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