Beachcomber

The new Finn "Beachcomber" was designed as a great 1.5 person kayak to suit big load carrying or to carry a child or pet... stability & load carrying capability were the prerequisites to this design, though as with all Finn kayaks, "Glide" was paramount.

 

       Features:

• All accessories on the Beachcomber have been positioned within easy reach of the seated paddler. 
• Two rod holders for either anchored fishing, drift fishing or trolling a larger rod.
• The rudder is an asset when used more as a "trim tab" for trolling & to offset quartering wind and waves. The rudder allows all of your paddling effort to be converted into forward movement, and its use also avoids broaching during the casting and retrieving of lines if using the Beachcomber as a fishing kayak.
• The Beachcomber's unique cathedral hull provides great tracking in rough and windy conditions.
• The Beachcomber has additional displacement to carry +160kg - its upswept bow & stern sheds the waves as you cut through the chop or run with a following swell, and its unique "wine glass" bow and stern makes for great tracking and control in following waves and swells.

• A combination of the flared hull and bow for shedding water, as well as the large cut-aways which facilitate a more efficient paddle action, gives you a big volume dry kayak (without it paddling like a barge). The combination of all of these design features makes for a fast,  stable & dry hull which knifes through rough water. (The hull design has no large corridors or inverted keels, giving the hull a better glide with less turbulence.)
• The "boat tail" stern increases the volume in the stern for better load carrying for less length overall, again providing big boat displacement & characterisics for a small 3.7m kayak.
• The long tub style cockpit allows the adjustment of seating position and /or the trim of the Cuda. The adjustable footrests and backrest allows one to slide aft, allowing room for a child or pet to share the paddling experience. 
• A small stepped seat and curved back support for a child is positioned forward for them to sit facing you.
• The large cockpit "well" helps keep any equipment (pets or children!) semi-contained, as well as offering the occupants some protection from the wind and elements.
• Features XL Hatches which allow easier access into hull and the ability to stow larger items.
• Six scupper drains are positioned in the cockpit well  to provide self draining and avoid any risk of swamping.
• A large self draining tub in the rear deck allows access to a "milk crate" or similar container to which extra rod holders can be fitted, or the recommended eski to keep your lunch or catch cool.
• Solid carry handles fitted to the bow and stern allow for comfortable lifting by two people, and doubles as a great tie-off for towing and transporting.
• Painters (decklines) are fixed around the cockpit for easy lifting. By using nylon webbing instead of cord, we achieve a more comfortable grab handle for rescue or re-entry. The painter also doubles as conveinient fixing points to attach paddlestraps, paddle clips, bait buckets,and security lines for snorkelling gear, knives, pliers etc.  

Dimensions:

• Length  3.7m
• Width  0.75m
• Weight  25kg
• Please note that weight and dimensions are approximate due to unpredictable variations in rate of plastic expansion and contraction during the manufacturing process. 

Retail Price Beachcomber:

• Standard Beachcomber $995.00  (Including Paddle)
• Includes 2 x XL Hatches ($80.00 each)
• Includes 2 Rod Holders ($50.00 each)
• Includes Finn Deluxe Large Backrest ($99.00)

 Retail Price BEACHCOMBER PLUS:

• Beachcomber PLUS  $1,200.00  (Including Paddle)
• Includes All Features as above for Beachcomber
• PLUS Includes Rudder  

Optional Extras:

• Sail & Rigging
• Outrigger
• Fishing Pack