The BIC Sport company produces new generation “hybrid” kayaks that feature unique cockpit closure system which keeps you dry and warm during the off-season or rough-water paddling sessions, which can be also easily removed for warmer, quieter paddling. This Bic Sport SCAPA FIT Sit on Top Kayak Review will outline the new features this kayak brings, compared with the older models as for example the Bic Sport Java Sit-On-Top Kayak.
General Description
The Scapa proves to have excellent speed and that makes it a true sports boat designed and built for fast cruising and physical conditioning. More than that it’s also a great kayak for beginners as it can be used for exercising sea kayaking. Even in difficult sea conditions, the Scapa is very resistant thanks to its outstanding glide and reassuring stability.
As we said above SCAPA FIT is a boat designed for speed and that is because it comes with a narrow water-cutting bow section a clean hull shape. It looks as sporty as it is but at the same time it is capable of retaining the excellent ability and also adding comfort he cockpit too. Thanks to this type of foam the boat cannot be sunken, it makes the cockpit more rigid and aligns the kayak scoop properly with the original design.
Now, the footrests are no longer fixed, they have been replaced with new adjustable ones.
In terms of technical specifications, the kayak is 14’5″ long, 26″ wide and weighs around 50 lbs. The primary material is Polyethylene Plastic and the rigid, hard shell is designed on the Tough TCT thermoformed construction technology, to ensure maximum usage in maximum safety. The seat is designed in such a way that only one person can sit on it, and as the name says it is a Sit-on-Top Kayak, with an open cockpit type.
It can be used for Touring, Racing or Fitness, as types of activities and in terms of conditions, SCAPA FIT can resist Flat or Sheltered Water, Open Water or Ocean, River or Creek (Up to Class II) without problems.
Additional Attributes
- Wide rear storage area with integral criss-cross elasticated straps for carrying maximum equipment
- Anti-slip bow, stern and lateral carry handles
- Ergonomic anti-slip seats
- Integral survival lines make getting back on board simple
- Watertight forward hatch included as standard for increased equipment storage space
On the water abilities
Bic SCAPA was designed for gliding and speed with its futuristic lines. This is without a doubt a marine kayak, fast, and sporty for fast hiking and fitness.
Its ease of paddling, its stability, and its docile nature allow initiation to sea kayaking relatively easily while providing fast sensations of slips and speed on the water.
Conclusion
With all these features we can only say that it is a great sea kayak, that would be great for both beginner and advanced users, and it is also worth all of its money. If the review helped you made a decision into having Bic SCAPA you can check here the available offer and you are ready to order.
