Description
FAST. MANOUVERABLE. STABLE.
THIS KAYAK IS HEAPS OF FUN
The shad 10’4ft kayak — with all its attributes molded into an excellent craft for the avid fisherman and the relaxed paddler who wants to take in the sights —is a kayak ahead of its time.
The Shad is an exciting kayak that offers a removable tool box on deck and one of the primary benefits we wanted to afford you is this vessel’s remarkable stability and versatility. Stability was paramount, and the flat bottom with pontoon channels keeps the kayak on an even keel, equipping you with the confidence to sit or even stand easily while you’re out on the water.
Shad’s shape and sleek hull lines allow for much-needed speed and easy maneuverability. The double pontoon hull allows for easy flow of water through the channels, increasing traction and speed.
The Shad has an easy-to-operate adjustable foot control or hand-controlled rudder system, which is interchangeable from one to the other. The deep, adjustable rudder provides great direct action and limits drift which assists in maintaining speed. As a bonus, the rudder blades are compatible with the Bixpy motor.
Our Shad is equipped with a large equipment hatch at the kayak’s bow, a smaller round hatch behind the paddler, and a large tank-well in the swallowtail stern, fitted with bungee cords to secure your load.
The raised deluxe aluminum seating gives you a slightly elevated approach that assists with paddling and visibility and keeps you dry should there be excess water in the craft. The seating is adjustable to the front or the back along the track system.
The Shad is designed for fishing so we added four embedded, angled rod holders to assist with rod storage and positioning. Three accessory rails can hold extra fishing rod holders or accessories. Better still — mount your fish finder. There is spacing built into the hull for a transducer and cabling to run comfortably. The transducer plate protects your transducer and under the transducer plate, you will find pre-assembled inserts to secure your transducer.
Overall, the Shad is a great kayak on both flat water, lakes, rivers, and smooth sea conditions. Its overall design will make your fishing experience fun.
The Shad is a kayak that has a lot to offer, including a tool box that can be easily removed from its deck. One of the main advantages of this vessel is its exceptional stability and versatility. To ensure stability, the kayak has a flat bottom with pontoon channels that keep it level. This feature gives you the ability to sit or stand with confidence while you’re on the water.
- Seating: Single
- Style: Sit on Top
- Roto-molded: 5mm Polyethylene Design
- Hardware: Marine Graded stainless steel fittings.
- Inserts: Brass
- Fin Drive Compatible
- Prop Drive Compatible
- Electric Motor Compatible
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND EXTRA’S INCLUDED:
- 1 Two-Piece Paddle with three-position adjustment features. The shaft made of heavy-duty black EDC coated aluminum, built-in handgrips, and PVC anti-drip rings.
- 1 Tool Pod
- 1 Deluxe aluminum adjustable seats
- 2 Storage hatched (Large bow hatch and round hatch behind paddler)
- 2 Molded-in side handles
- 3 Molded-in carry handles (front and back)
- 2 Drain plug
- 6 Scupper plugs
- 1 Swivel rod holder
- 4 Integrated fishing rod holders
- 3 Accessory track rails
- 2 Adjustable Footrests (can be converted to control rudder system)
- 2 Molded-in tackle box holders
- 1 fish finder compartment
- 2 Cupholders
- Bungee cords at back tank well area (with 6 D-rings)
- Hand controlled rudder system
OPTIONAL EXTRA’S NOT INCLUDED:
- Motor Mount
- Electric Motor
- Drive Cover
- Fish finder
- Fin Drive System
KAYAK SPECIFICATIONS:
- Length: 305 cm / 10’4 ft
- Width: 89 cm / 35 inches
- Height: 36.5 cm / 14 inches
- Weight w/out drive: 32 kg / 71 lbs
- Weight with drive: 37 kg / 81 lbs
- Maximum Weight
- Capacity: 200 kg / 440 lbs
- Always store kayak in a shaded area and out of direct sunlight.
- Do not hang your kayak through the handles.
- Store your kayak on the side with the weight evenly displaced.
- Do not tie or try to secure your kayak through the handles.
- To avoid warping, ensure your kayak’s weight displacement is even during storage.
- Do not over tighten your kayak, especially in hot conditions as this can distort your kayak’s shape.
WARRANTY POLICY
Vanhunks Boarding warrants that this product, when purchased from an authorized Vanhunks Boarding dealer by a retail customer, will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 60-months from the date of purchase by the original retail customer. All hardware, inserts, and components carry a 12-month warranty. This warranty is solely for the benefit of the original retail purchaser and may not be assigned. For retail customer Limited Warranty claims, proof of purchase from an authorized Vanhunks Boarding dealer is required.
The warranty is valid only when the product is registered in the support section of www.vanhunksboarding.com within seven (7) days from the date of purchase.
The warranty is valid only when this product is used for normal recreational activities and does not cover products used in rental or commercial operations. Vanhunks will make the final warranty determination, which may require inspection and photos of the equipment, clearly showing the defect(s). If necessary, this information must be sent to the Vanhunks distributor in your country.
If a product is deemed defective by Vanhunks, the warranty covers the repair or replacement of the faulty product. However, Vanhunks will not be responsible for any costs, losses, or damages incurred due to the failure of this product’s use.
This warranty is void if any unauthorized repair, change, or modification has been made to any part of the equipment.
The warranty for any repaired or replaced equipment is effective from the date of the original purchase only.
The original purchase receipt must accompany all warranty claims. In addition, the name of the retailer and date of purchase must be clear and legible.
There are no warranties that extend beyond the warranty specified herein.
Any repair or replacement of any product under this Limited Warranty is not available for ordinary wear and tear, including scratches or paint chips, or any damage caused by misuse, abuse, unauthorized modification or repairs, accident, heat, excessive exposure to sunlight, excessive exposure to cold, improper handling, storage, maintenance or care; incorrect setup, use in commercial, rental or teaching environments; use in reef waves, shore break or off the water; any blow or impact with a hard object or any other irresponsible use.
THE PRECEDING LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, WRITTEN, ORAL, OR IMPLIED, AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL VANHUNKS BOARDING BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, STATUTORY OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE including, without limitation, loss to property other than this product, loss of use of the said product, or other property or other economic losses.
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THE SHAD USER PROFILES
THE SHAD FEATURES
FIN OR PROP DRIVE COMPATIBLE
FISH FINDER COMPARTMENT
large front storage hatch
HAND or foot CONTROLLED RUDDER SYSTEM
MOTOR MOUNT ready
Flip up rudder system
REMOVABLE TOOL POD
double pontoon hull
See the shad in action
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