Saturn 12 ft Kaboat SK396 Inflatable Boat / Kayak Crossover
Description
- Transoms now have triangular splash guards to minimize back splash and protect the transom holders from heat and exposure to UV rays. Bulky plastic handles on end tubes were replaced with sun resistant and durable soft handles for longer life span.
- The valves were moved to the inside of the tubes and under the seat to protect them from sun and the elements, and to make inflation from inside the boat easier when on the water. New models have different bench attachments to make them shorter, lighter and move slightly lower for easier rowing.
- Grommet PVC splash guards with safety grab lines run all along the KaBoat's tubes from the front to the rear. Having grommets on PVC lines allows the attachment of additional accessories, kayak seats and custom made frames and arches for rod holders, night lights, etc.
- Same heavy-duty 1100 Denier PVC as in SATURN inflatable boats. Wide beam hull design for stability. You can stand in a KaBoat. Front Spray Skirt with water deflector guard and rope lacing. Marine grade plywood transom with a one way drain plug. High-pressure inflatable air deck floor.
- 4 (four!) fins for improved tracking. 1 set of rowing oars with oar locks. Set of rowing oars with oarlocks. 2 aluminum removable benches. Included: hand pump, repair kit, 2 oars and carry bag.
The KaBoat is our newest invention, patent pending. A crossover between an inflatable kayak and an inflatable boat, KaBoats take the best of both worlds to create a versatile option. Modeled after Asian Dragon boats, the KaBoat's narrow profile helps it zip through water, reaching higher speeds than other boats even with less horsepower. KaBoats are light, and run great with an inexpensive electric motor, or small gas motor. Its streamlined design also allows it to be paddled with a regular kayak paddle, allowing you to get into tighter, shallower spots that other boats could not dream of reaching. Extremely portable, the KaBoat fits into a medium size bag. Instead of renting a boat while traveling, you can now take your KaBoat with you. Stable enough for flyfishing and casting while standing, this versatile craft is also agile enough to get you to the fish, wherever they may be. KaBoats also work great as dinghies for yachts and sailboats. The KaBoat's is exceptionally stable design allows you to stand, fly fish or even get into those narrow spots where other boats can't go to get the best fishing. An optional electric motor can act as a virtual "Ride-Assist". Just set the throttle to the 1st speed setting and it will help reduce rowing exhaustion. On the 1st speed setting, an electric engine can run around 12 hours (depending on battery size).
Reviews
G**T
I highly recommend this product
We just received our boat and inflated it.NOTE: This boat is NOT made of thin or cheap PVC. I was quite concerned about that!The PVC is thick and well made and reminds me of a quality RIB, although I have not yet compared them side-by-side.This KaBoat is made for serious long-term use.Needless to see, I am very relieved and excited.I highly recommend this product.
L**A
Saturn 12 ft Kaboat - Ideal for the independent women
Being a single female who has champagne taste and a beer budget who loves the water and boating, well, this little baby is the key to my happiness. I love my kaboat!! I have an electric motor and a 2.5 HP Suzuki motor which I switch off and use. Sometimes I paddle it like a kayak, when I am not lazy. It is very versatile and if I am alone in the boat with my 2.5HP and lean forward so that the bpw part hits water, I cruise! What do I love about this baby, well for one it is made extremely well. I have had it for 2 years now and it has been through rocky rivers, murky lakes in my garage with my cats, with claws, jumping in and out of it and no rips or tears. This is not a cheaply made boat. It comes with NO storage fees, I can carry it, as it only weighs about 45 lbs and I inflate it with a Coleman electric pump in about 2 mins. It has no electrical items to break and cost me a fortune. I love it so much, I am looking at getting an inflatable SUP paddle board as well. This is a secret I can't keep any longer. I am an accountant, a Pisces, a water sign, a value gal and you get a of lot bang for the buck with this boat! That about sums it up. PS I called this my chic boat but my boyfriend now uses it more than me with my new 2.5 HP motor. He's said just the other day, I must say I am impressed with your chic boat, you did well.
J**R
Excellent design
This boat is designed so well that it has a very good performance in the water.It also ensures a great comfort for the people inside it.I love kaboats because I am able to stand up in them for a while.This helps me relax my muscles and joints and feel better.
A**R
The item was not exactly as the online picture, ...
The item was not exactly as the online picture, it has some material that goes all the way around the top which wasn't supposed to be there. But i figured it would be a real hassle to return so i kept it.
B**A
Olid and reliable
I liked a lot the idea of having a kaboat – a kayak and boat at the same time but I was not sure whether you can trust on such a thing.It would be pretty bad if you row for hours until you have no more energy and then an engine problem happens.Fortunately, this one is reliable enough and I have not problems rowing and then using the engine for coming back.
S**H
Saturn inflatables are worthless junk.
My 12’ Saturn inflatable made it to the water only three times before the glue in the seams came apart. Even the oar locks fell off and the seals arround the transom just came apart like there was no glue holding it together. We followed all recommendations for upkeep and storage and the boat was still a total loss. Saturn rep couldn’t care any less. Suggested we buy another one. A repair facility suggested the repair of Saturn inflatables is not worth the time, effort or expense. Save your money and buy a real boat that doesn’t fall apart at the end of the first season.
A**R
KaBoats also work great as dinghies for yachts and sailboats.
I am impressed with its stable design, because it allow me to stand, fly fish or even get into those narrow spots where other boats can't go to get the best fishing.
C**L
Want to give surprise
I bought it for my young child. He has been talking about boat for many days. I searched online and came across this product and didn't delay to buy one for my loving son. He became very happy with this gift.
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