First Light KayaksUltra-light weights from 17.6 to 22.2 poundsSimple and intuitive assembly takes 15 to 20 minutes.
Excellent paddling speed and tracking thanks to the light weight of the boat, a fine bow and a water line length that is virtually the same as the length of the boat. Our boats perform as well as longer boats whose waterline length is similar to ours, but whose overall length can be considerably longer.
Tune the kayak by altering the position of the small cross ribs. Vary the degree of rocker according to paddler weight and paddling conditions.
No corrosion - metal components are limited to a few stainless rivets.
Low packed volumes enable easy storage and transportation.
Packs will fit behind the seat for use as a dry bag.
Materials: Carbon-Kevlar tubes (upgrade 2005), urethane hull, polyester fabric, marine grade G-lock zippers.
An option with your FirstLight folding kayak is a transparent lower hull, available on all models. The transparent hull is made of the same high quality urethane film as the regular hull and offers a view of the scenery under the kayak.
Keelstrips can be added to the urethane skin to reinforce the major wear points on the bottom of the kayak. We only offer keelstrips on black hulls, not on transparent hulls.
All FirstLight kayaks are supplied with an assembly DVD demonstrating the assembly process step by step.
Packed weight includes pack, kayak, paddle and spray deck. Add 1.7 lbs / 0.8 kg if keelstrip option is selected.
Accessories
FirstLight kayaks come equipped with the following:
* Kayak (Carbon-Kevlar-fibreglass longitudinal rods, cross ribs, end caps, skin with black lower hull, seat, tensioning system, footrest)
* Sea sock
* Spray skirt
* PVC carry bag with shoulder strap
Recommended extras:
* Flotation bags. We have not provided flotation bags as part of the kayak package because you can buy them separately at a cheaper price than we can supply them. However we strongly recommend that you buy at least two buoyancy bags to fit in the bow and stern of each boat. Your local kayak retailers will be able to recommend suitable bags.
Optional extras:
* 3 piece carbon paddle, 780g weight - $290 USD
* Keel strips on black hulled boats only - $75 USD
* Transparent lower hull - no additional charge
A two year warrenty is offered on all parts and materials.
